Ellen P wrote:There's not the density of population. Not the crime. You don't have people who don't repair their homes; let the grass go for 2 months; shoot people; break into cars.
Jeff Cavanaugh wrote:It's worth noting that the existence of places like Lake Forest and Norton Commons contributes to places like Old Louisville being the way they are today, as much as or more than those suburbs are the product of conditions in the city.
Robin Garr wrote:Jeff Cavanaugh wrote:It's worth noting that the existence of places like Lake Forest and Norton Commons contributes to places like Old Louisville being the way they are today, as much as or more than those suburbs are the product of conditions in the city.
Okay, help me understand. It contributes in what way? Divides the gene pool into separate, different groups?
Jeff Cavanaugh wrote:The growth of the suburbs is the direct cause of the decline of the city and its old, urban neighborhoods.
Carla G wrote: In an ideal situation (at least for NCers ) you'd never have to leave, it's all right here! There is a reason why that is appealing to some and (yes) creepy to others.
Mike D wrote:
A former work colleague of mine moved to NC a few years ago from the St. Matthews area. When I asked her how she liked living there, her reply was "I love it...everything that you need is right here." My reply was "I guess it depends on what you need."
While I would never want to live in NC (or Lake Forest are Polo Fields for that matter) I certainly do see the benefits of it over Lake Forest or the Polo Fields developments. In the first place it's a much more walkable community where you can stroll down the streets and enjoy an evening walk. It also has some restaurants and shopping available locally instead of having to make a major commute to get to anything. Stores are finally moving closer to Lake Forest but Polo Fields is still in the boonies compared to any place you go shopping.I do get the appeal of NC over Lake Forest, Polo Fields and the other upscale developments that stretch north and east.
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