My wife and I let go of our dreams and left New York City. We moved to a small town so we could be closer to my in-laws.

The author and his wife moved out of New York City. Courtesy of Zachary Fox My wife and I moved to New York City with hopes of building a vibrant community. When my son was born, our priorities shifted, and we eyed a house near my in-laws in Delaware. We left New York City behind and couldn't be happier. Two years before our son was born, my partner, Liv, and I moved to New York City to immerse ourselves in the city that never sleeps. She was working full-time and pursuing a master's degree...