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Ok i have seen this post before and I think we should let people know what is good about the area we live in........... I mean with all the people thinking of moving to where others live we should be telling people how nice it is to live were we do.....
Though I've only been here a few months -- I like the weather now, and hopefully through the winter.
I like a lot of the people I've met here, so easy to talk to -- my husband and I are talkers, and have met some interesting people.
Downtown Charleston -- the history.
The beach/ocean -- don't know how anyone couldn't love that -- I wished I could live on the ocean.
Okay -- can't say "like" but have found interesting -- the lizards (but I'm an animal lover); the first time I've seen an armadillo (sp?); all the toads and butterflies I've seen since moving here -- but again I'm an animal lover. Though I'm not found of spiders -- the few I've seen here have amazed me -- the banana spider and the spiny orb weaver, kind of cool to see things for the first time.
I've not only gotten used to, but have come to like the southern style homes.
Great idea! I cringe everytime I see the title of the other post - HATE is such a strong and negative word.
Ok, what I LOVE most about Charleston:
* The historic buildings downtown
* The delicious lowcountry foods
* The weather
* Island life(style)
* The many beaches
* The friendly, laid-back people
That's a start and I could go on and on, but I'll save some for others!
Many times on southern CD threads, I see the words "friendly people." But are they easy to actually MAKE FRIENDS with? I'm talking real friends, the kind you can count on, the kind you can go out with on the weekend, ones you can share your problems with, and the kind you can have indepth conversations about substantive subjects? Having real friends can make the difference from just enjoying a place and loving it.
Many times on southern CD threads, I see the words "friendly people." But are they easy to actually MAKE FRIENDS with? I'm talking real friends, the kind you can count on, the kind you can go out with on the weekend, ones you can share your problems with, and the kind you can have indepth conversations about substantive subjects? Having real friends can make the difference from just enjoying a place and loving it.
Yes, I have many close friends who I: can count on, share my problems with, have indepth conversations about deep and meaningful subjects, etc. We laugh, cut up, share secrets, go places, do favors for one another....the usual friend stuff. My take on it is that you have to be a friend to have friends
I've lived here for 24 years and haven't met an enemy yet!
Yes, I have many close friends who I: can count on, share my problems with, have indepth conversations about deep and meaningful subjects, etc. We laugh, cut up, share secrets, go places, do favors for one another....the usual friend stuff. My take on it is that you have to be a friend to have friends
I've lived here for 24 years and haven't met an enemy yet!
That's wonderful for you! Old Friends are like that. But I was referring to people who move to a new place for maybe a year and wondering if they found any true friends.
That's wonderful for you! Old Friends are like that. But I was referring to people who move to a new place for maybe a year and wondering if they found any true friends.
I don't think that deep friendships develop that quickly, at least not for me. It took a few years to form close, lasting friendships.
I don't think that deep friendships develop that quickly, at least not for me. It took a few years to form close, lasting friendships.
Agreed. I have many aquaintances. I have a few dozen friends. The ones who are truly my friends, and will always be my friends I can count on one hand. Not one of them have I known less than 20 years. They come when I call, and I go when they call. Some have moved away and some are still here, but I hold them like family.
Okay, well it's obvious this person is looking for friends that she can develop close relationships in a shorter amount of time.
Anyone can develop a friendship over 20 years. Seems like she's talking about someone to go out with, shopping with, maybe to church, maybe double dates and bbq's. Someone she can spend time with and count on in between now and 2028.
Okay, well it's obvious this person is looking for friends that she can develop close relationships in a shorter amount of time.
Anyone can develop a friendship over 20 years. Seems like she's talking about someone to go out with, shopping with, maybe to church, maybe double dates and bbq's. Someone she can spend time with and count on in between now and 2028.
Thank you! You said exactly what I was talking about. I know deep relationships take years, but it would be nice to have friendships in a new town with people who actually care about you, want to spend time together, and are willing to start building a closer friendship. I was wondering if any of the transplants experienced this.
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I mean with all the people thinking of moving to where others live we should be telling people how nice it is to live were we do.....
Much Better!
Friendly - But are the Friends?
