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Old 09-18-2017, 07:40 AM
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You're replying to a person who used the term "fabric of the city" non-ironically. I wouldn't expect much useful dialogue.
What's wrong with saying "fabric of the city"?
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Old 09-18-2017, 08:11 AM
 
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As an English teacher, I think "fabric of the city" is an excellent metaphor; figurative language really enriches the meaning of the English language. ;0)
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Old 09-18-2017, 11:51 AM
 
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I've noticed, more often than not, non-Millennials trying to speak on behalf of Millennials. Trying to explain their habits through data.
That's the issue. There have been tons of opinions stating that their focus on live, work, play is so strong they will stay in the urban locations as they age. The problem is that the data isn't supporting that opinion.
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Old 09-18-2017, 01:38 PM
 
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That's the issue. There have been tons of opinions stating that their focus on live, work, play is so strong they will stay in the urban locations as they age. The problem is that the data isn't supporting that opinion.
I believe that opinion is incorrect.

Millennials and people, in general, will move to live/work/play communities that they can afford and are close to where they work. Wherever that may be.

The idea of walking to work, walking to the kids school, walking to the grocery store, etc. is appealing to many people. Something Europeans have been hip to for some time. It's just that Millennials have the first go at starting their adulthood with that type of lifestyle versus their parents who couldn't.

In the long run, the urban and suburban lifestyles will be equally desirable. Because both will have the whole live/work/play walkable community feel.

It will be entirely based on preference. People will pick the area they want based on cultural factors. Do I want the uppity-family feel of Avalon? Or do I want the Hollywood feel of Shops @ Buckhead? Or do I want a more country feel like Serenbe?
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Old 09-18-2017, 07:50 PM
 
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Well, if they leave maybe something will get done. Hard to get things done when you leave at 3 or 4 everyday. Off half the day, or entire day on Friday's and take a vacation every other week. Oh, and never take responsibility for anything.
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Old 09-18-2017, 08:35 PM
 
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As an English teacher, I think "fabric of the city" is an excellent metaphor; figurative language really enriches the meaning of the English language. ;0)
It is an excellent metaphor. Over used a bit, perhaps, but very expressive.
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Old 09-19-2017, 08:27 AM
 
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Millennials ... are simply looking for a lifestyle where they can live, work, and play. The same thing thing that everyone wants but most don't have because they have opted to live in completely different areas then where they work or play. Millennials have made this a priority. Learning from the mistakes of their parents before them.
Great point here. Older Americans have kind of just got used to the living, working and play most likely not being located near each other.
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