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And personally, I would like to hear the rendition of Dixie when I get up there - there must be some venue that you guys could use - especially after whetting our appetite for some good ol stereotypical entertainment - Maybe we could have a menu to accompany - like fried chicken, grits, etc.??
May you ladies could discuss this on Feb 20 - maybe even practice a few bars after a couple of margaritas.
Yes, we will practice at our meet up. But you know - the stuff about fried chicken and grits - now that really is true . . .
We are a couple from the Midwest. We love Minnesota and everything about our state, however, the cold weather is really a problem, today it was -14 F.
My wife has considered a move to a warmer climate. Right now, we are thinking about San Diego, CA but the cost of living is very high.
I have talked to her about Charlotte, after all I am a financial guy and I know there are good jobs in Charlotte, however, she is a very picky person and I do not know if I could sell her the idea of going to NC. I guess, our concerns are:
-We live in a very cosmopolitan city, we have plenty of co-ops, people are very health conscious, liberal and progressive. I would assume Charlotte is much more conservative and religious. Is this true?
-We would love to meet people that are like minded. We are not really big fans of "Y'all" and "Sir, Ma'am" kind of thing. Are locals nice to outsiders even though we are not "Y'all/Yes ma'am" kind of folks?
-I heard people here say that the Charlotte area is very cookie cutter, a bit lacking in culture and sometimes "boring". What do you think?
I think a move to Charlotte would be a total culture shock. I am just trying to see if that is something that may work for us. Thanks!
Why would you think that Minneapolis is more cosmopolitan than Charlotte. I am sure Charlotte is larger in population too.
Probably 75% of people in Charlotte are not from here. Very transient city...so it is not just a "ya'll city"...nothing wrong with that...but you would not hear that that much in town...but if you don't like Southern ways...maybe you should stay put!
Hey, condorito, why no response from you? I'm beginning to doubt if you really exist. I hope you do because I, thinking you were in good faith, spent a lot of time answering you.
Having lived in San Diego and loved the mild climate and diverse culture I think that is what I would recommend for you. I have never been to Charlotte so I can't comment on Charlotte other than from what I have seen on this forum and from pics I have seen. Charlotte seems increasingly perfect for my family the more I hear replies from people. I like friendly! I'm thrilled to move somewhere where people are polite and courteous. Generally speaking people in California aren't overly friendly and tend to keep to themselves. I am honestly tired of that. So, you move to San Diego and live in a dump for a million bucks and I'll move to Charlotte and live in a super cute house for way less.
Having lived in San Diego and loved the mild climate and diverse culture I think that is what I would recommend for you. I have never been to Charlotte so I can't comment on Charlotte other than from what I have seen on this forum and from pics I have seen. Charlotte seems increasingly perfect for my family the more I hear replies from people. I like friendly! I'm thrilled to move somewhere where people are polite and courteous. Generally speaking people in California aren't overly friendly and tend to keep to themselves. I am honestly tired of that. So, you move to San Diego and live in a dump for a million bucks and I'll move to Charlotte and live in a super cute house for way less.
Come on, Beckybee! I am sure you will fit in great here!
Forgot to say that I had a hard time teaching my kids to say "sir" and "ma'am," but their teachers soon taught them. That is not to say that my kids didn't have good maners. These words are not the gold standard for manners here or any place else.
Heh....Minny may have the same heat for a day or two, but no way is it as bad.
Hey, condorito, why no response from you? I'm beginning to doubt if you really exist. I hope you do because I, thinking you were in good faith, spent a lot of time answering you.
Thanks for all the responses.I am very busy with work, so It is not like I can come here everyday. I think San Diego or Seattle would be more like what we are looking for. I am basically looking for a relatively liberal city. I abhor conservativism and retrograde ideas as well as the other stuff that goes with it (racial intolerance, closed mindedness and most importantly, RELIGION!) I guess, we will either stay put or move to California or Washington.
Last edited by condorito; 02-12-2008 at 07:29 AM..
I am very busy with work. It is not like I can come here everyday. Anyways, I appreciate all the responses. I think Seattle or San Diego would be a best choice for us. Minneapolis-St Paul metro area has a population of 3,175,041 Charlotte MSA has a population of 1,521,278. That is half the size. I think San Diego and Seattle would be more like what we are looking for.
I agree with you..
Seattle is a fantastic city. Wish I could go there myself.
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