I moved to a small Midwestern city for a job. Although I miss my fast-paced life on the East Coast, I'm surprisingly happy.

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I moved from the Northeast to Lansing, Michigan, for a job. I'm surprised by how much I love it and how much I enjoy the slower pace of life.

Rachelle Legrand

I quit my six-figure job in New York City and now make less than $1,000 a month. I regret nothing.

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The author quit her six-figure job.

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Famous figures who had Titanic tickets but didn't make it on board

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American financier John Pierpont Morgan (1837 - 1913), circa 1880.
American financier J. Pierpont Morgan, circa 1880.

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I toured a Concorde. Take a look inside the discontinued supersonic commercial jet flown by celebrities and royals.

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The Concorde at the Intrepid Museum.

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Jamie Dimon warns high taxes could push people out of New York — but Wall Street isn't leaving yet

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Jamie Dimon said high taxes could drive employees out of New York City.

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My kids don't remember living in New York, so I retraced their earliest days with them

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The author said her kids don't remember the time they spent in New York, so she took them back 10 years later to better understand their roots.

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My fiancée and I live with my parents in a New York City apartment. It's helped us save money and open a business.

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The author lives with his parents in New York City.

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I upgraded to Amtrak's business class for $50. As nice as my 8-hour ride was, I'll probably stick with coach.

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My eight-hour ride in Amtrak's business class allowed me to work on the move while also being quite comfortable.

Alexis Buncich

After living on a sailboat for 18 months, we moved to NYC for my husband's job. I'm still getting used to life on land.

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Laura Keys

I spent my life savings on a NYC deli that was infested with rodents. Now, I bring in up to $4,000 a day thanks to 1 viral sandwich.

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