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So far from what I have experienced here I think it's the perfect place. But I have been living a very unconventional lifestyle for the past 2.5 years. It wouldn't be perfect for everyone. It really depends on your preferences and requirements.
Like in the US hot water is a requirement. Here in Ecuador it's somewhat rare.

Community? Access to Medical facilities? I'd love to hear in depth the pros and cons for someone who has some medical issues. Your photos are beautiful.

Medical care seems to be the main concern for a lot of people when I tell them about our lifestyle and my response to that is:
We live such a preventative and holistic lifestyle that we have yet to experience a single person with some type of serious illness or disease in our community. Of course there has been the occasional cold or flu but nothing you cant solve by fasting, using medical herbs/plants, or of course our most useful colonial silver. We are all very careful, conscious and aware so accidents are very few and fare between and have never experienced any major accidents. I've lived at the GOE for almost 3 years and there hasnt been a single incident were somebody needed a doctor or a hospital. I avoid doctors and hospitals at all costs.
Thanks for asking!! 💚