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15 of the worst Things About NYC

The many downsides to this Concrete Jungle.

Victoria Primiano

Jun 26, 2018

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When I was younger, the thought of New York City was exciting. Going to the city always meant doing something fun. When I was really little, going to NYC meant a visit to Madame Tussauds, Ripley's Believe It Or Not, The American Girl doll Store and Dylan's Candy Bar. However, as I have gotten older, the excitement that runs through my head at the thought of NYC has diminished. Now, NYC reminds me of high rent, suits and stressful jobs. I still like the city, but now that I am older, I am starting to see the many downsides to city living. Here are just a few:

1. The dirt

I have learned my lesson to never wear sandals for a city day. The dirt from the sidewalk somehow always gets onto my feet and I end up making a beeline for the shower as soon as I get home.

2. How no one talks to each other

When I first moved to PA for college, I was shocked that so many strangers stopped for small talk. That never happens in NY.

3. The subway and LIRR at rush hour

That first train after 5:00 when everyone gets out of work is terribly packed.

4. Driving/not being able to drive

If you can drive in NYC, you can drive anywhere.

5. The rent

I'm not sure how many other places there are in the world where people will pay over $1000 a month to share a shoe box with a group of strangers they found on craigslist.

6. The cost of everything

It's not only the rent that is astronomical--it is absolutely everything.

7. How bikers almost run people over

I feel like people in the city aren't as cautious about bikes as they are about cars. However, bikes could do some serious harm and they're constantly weaving in and out of cars and going way too fast.

8. Unfriendly neighbors

I'm pretty sure no one really knows their neighbors in Manhattan.

9. Crazy cab drivers

I always stand as far away from the curb as I can when I'm waiting for the light to change. The taxis can be crazy.

10. People who will literally knock you over to make their train

I've seen it happen so many times.

11. It's either too hot or too cold most days of the year

There is nothing worse than standing on a packed subway on a hot summers day or trudging through the snow in the middle of a blizzard.

12. You'll never have your own grass

New Yorkers get overly excited about having a bedroom with a fire escape. I feel like that just goes to show how nature-deprived people are in the city.

13. The work/life balance is usually terrible

It seems like there are not too many people who will take a lunch hour in NYC--or even a half hour. A lot of people just eat at their desks which, in my opinion, is no way to have lunch. Even a 15 or 20 minute break everyday can make you a more productive employee.

14. Home-ownership seems unattainable for most

Since most people in NYC choose to rent, there is a much smaller pool of homes that are for sale--and the ones that are for sale are astronomically expensive.

15. You think about leaving but you never do--because although it has its many downsides, NYC is still a great place to be.

At the end of the day, even though there's so many downsides to city life, there are a lot of people who find it hard to leave. That's because once you get past the negatives, NYC really does have a lot to offer.

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15 of the worst Things About NYC

The many downsides to this Concrete Jungle.

1. The dirt

2. How no one talks to each other

3. The subway and LIRR at rush hour

4. Driving/not being able to drive

5. The rent

6. The cost of everything

7. How bikers almost run people over

8. Unfriendly neighbors

9. Crazy cab drivers

10. People who will literally knock you over to make their train

11. It's either too hot or too cold most days of the year

12. You'll never have your own grass

13. The work/life balance is usually terrible

14. Home-ownership seems unattainable for most

15. You think about leaving but you never do--because although it has its many downsides, NYC is still a great place to be.

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The Best Lines from the Fab Four

And in the end, the love you take is equal to the love you make

The sun is up, the sky is blue, it's beautiful and so are you

Love is old, love is new, love is all, love is you

There's nowhere you can be that isn't where you're meant to be

Life is very short, and there's no time for fussing and fighting, my friend

He say, "I know you, you know me", One thing I can tell you is you got to be free

Oh please, say to me, You'll let me be your man. And please say to me, You'll let me hold your hand

It was twenty years ago today, Sgt. Pepper taught the band to play. They've been going in and out of style, but they're guaranteed to raise a smile

Living is easy with eyes closed, misunderstanding all you see

Can you hear me? When it rains and shine, it's just a state of mind

Little darling, it's been long cold lonely winter. Little darling, it feels like years since it' s been here. Here comes the sun, Here comes the sun, and I say it's alright

We danced through the night and we held each other tight, and before too long I fell in love with her. Now, I'll never dance with another when I saw her standing there

I love you, I love you, I love you, that's all I want to say

You say you want a revolution. Well you know, we all want to change the world

All the lonely people, where do they all come from. All the lonely people, where do they all belong

Oh, I get by with a little help from my friends

Hey Jude, don't make it bad. Take a sad song and make it better

Yesterday, all my troubles seemed so far away. Now it looks as though they're here to stay. Oh, I believe in yesterday

And when the brokenhearted people, living in the world agree, there will be an answer, let it be.

And anytime you feel the pain, Hey Jude, refrain. Don't carry the world upon your shoulders

I'll give you all I got to give if you say you'll love me too. I may not have a lot to give but what I got I'll give to you. I don't care too much for money. Money can't buy me love

All you need is love, love is all you need

Whisper words of wisdom, let it be

Blackbird singing in the dead of night, Take these broken wings and learn to fly. All your life, You were only waiting for this moment to arise

Though I know I'll never lose affection, for people and things that went before. I know I'll often stop and think about them. In my life, I love you more

Obviously the best superpower.

There have been many lessons learned.

1. The importance of traditions.

2. How to be thankful for family and friends.

3. How to give back.

4. What the word "community" really means.

5. That it isn't about the destination, but the journey.

6. The consequences of making bad choices.

7. To trust people, until you have a reason not to.

8. To be welcoming and accepting of everyone.

9. How to be my own, individual person.

10. How to work for what I want.

11. How to be great at giving directions.

12. How to be humble.

13. To be well-rounded.

14. How to be great at conflict resolution.

15. The beauty of getting outside and exploring.

16. To be prepared for anything.

17. That you don't always have to do it alone.

18. How to be creative.

19. To brush off gossip.

I have never been so thankful to know you.

Dealing with the inevitable realities of college life.

Don't freak out

Email the professor

Attend the first class

Keep attending class

Have a backup plan

Remember that everything works out at the end

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