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Re:I stopped to watch kids playing at recess – security was ... by gexla on Thursday May 12, 2022 @08:22PM (#31361723)
Dense living doesn't necessarily have to be a big city.

I live in an area where I see people out and walking. The local neighbourhood feels bustling. If I needed someone to watch my kid, I could call outside for someone from a number of faces I have known for years.

This is in a developing country. Houses are smaller, closer together, and without things like a driveway. I guess most people in the US still wouldn't want to give up these things. But I wouldn't want to live in a place where I never see people because they are all either in their house or their cars.

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Re:I stopped to watch kids playing at recess – security was ... by nightski on Thursday May 12, 2022 @11:02PM (#31362801)
That's really not my experience with the U.S. I'm from a smaller city (250k) and there are constantly people out in my neighborhood. Kids playing, riding bike, people walking, pets, etc... Just a lot of activity!

We have large windows too so it's fun seeing it all.

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