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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]We live in Annapolis. I think it’s surely the most underrated exurb. Second most underrated is Columbia. [/quote]

Annapolis is not an exurb, it’s the state capital of Maryland and a city in its own right.

Columbia is an exurb.[/quote]

Yeah that’s what makes it the best exurb. It’s a real (small) city with amenities and communities. And from the far western edge it’s an hour commute for us. [/quote]

We live nearby in Crofton.  It’s slightly walkable.  We go for neighborhood walks for exercise but not for groceries though a few bikers I know do that. We do have neighbors who do CSA boxes. 
Who’s here? Some gs-14 type feds like us live here, esp now with more telework, scientists like at nasa especially it seems.  But also lots of teachers, law enforcement, military, nurses and small business owners.  Less lawyers I think than when we were in Nw dc but some paralegals.  It’s a quieter life and people keep to themselves more that takes a bit getting used to.  Not as much of an academic rat race - top students are more interested in naval academy or business schools than Ivy league.  Several multi gen families which tend to keep to themselves.  Not as dynamic as city life but much more affordable (we picked a modest house/neighborhood) and good schools so that was our big draw.  We have definitely gained weight though living the more car dependent lifestyle.

When I go back to the city I do realize I’ve gotten used to the more trees and less traffic out here.  And proximity to the river and bay parks. But of course I miss places like  2 Amy’s!  Some good pho and Indian out here but most restaurants not worth it - for that you can go into annapolis though.
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