Yep, there is something about life in a city but also impersonal. Last time we came back to the UK for a visit we did our normal smile at people you pass. In NZ the chances are you know them or will meet them again due to the low population lol.

People just stared at us as though we were mad rotf

Another good example was late one night we has a stranger knock on the door. Low on gas and no petrol stations open in the area that late. I gave him the gas I had in a container for my mower, few ltrs to see if that would get him home.

Few days later found some cash in the post box. He must have gone past as and dropped it off. Did not expect it so nice feeling that my gesture was appreciated :)