Living on an island means ferries.
My own island is reasonably self sufficient. Medical clinic, pharmacy, fire department, police, groceries, galleries, hardware and lumber store, mechanics/garage, restaurant. For most things you don’t have to leave.
Sometimes though there is no avoiding it. Medical imaging or ER or specialist trips. Specialty wood supplies. Tools or hardware can be found local but selection is limited, sending you across the water. Until recently we had a husband and wife vet team but their impending retirement will mean a ferry trip in the future.
Some folks are quick to complain about the ferry. “Running late again!” “I got cut off in line”. “Hey that’s an illegal u-turn!” These sometimes end up in a call for a bridge, which is immediately naysayed by many others.
It can be quite comical.
Personally, I say if you don’t like ferries don‘t live on an island. Simple. In the meantime, enjoy the experience.
My Elysium 