"Transplants"???? What's the deal (Greenville, York: fit in, crime, home)

[Soon to be South]

Okay, I know this might get me into a bit of trouble, but honestly, what is the deal with locals and not wanting "transplants". I read a post about what to do to get on the "good side" of the locals, but I just don't understand. When I think of outsiders, I think of immigrants from different countries, not US citizens from different states. I can't believe anyone would hold where I came from against me. When I move to the South, I am bringing a decent family with good morals and values. How could anyone not want that in their area? When people move to our neighborhood or area and help improve our crime stats, school ratings, etc. I would never have a problem with it!

[RCfromGreenville]

There are areas in Greenville that are suspicious of people from "outside". There are also areas in Greenville where you would be hard-pressed to find someone who is not from "outside". Most people I've known who moved in from outside Greenville - or even from outside the US - have told me that they felt very welcomed.

[Biscuits&Gravy]

I think the biggest issue about transplants are that although most go there to enjoy the high quality of life that has developed there, many refuse to adapt to there new communities and insist on carrying on as they did where they came from.
In my opinion the term "assimilation" has taken on a negative connotation on these forums. I dare to further opine that assimilation is exactly what one should do when moving to a new community, especially when that community has attracted you there. It is THEIR way of life that has made it so attractive and livable. What is the point in trying to make it like the less desireable place you came from. Assimilation is not a 4 letter word. We al assimilate fromthe day we are born to our families, our social groups, our schools our communities, our churches, etc... It is what provides order and functionality for all as opposed to utter chaos, such as my current home state of Massachusets. Why else would the saying go, "when in Rome, do as the Romans do."?
I greatly look forward to my assimilation into the cradle of the Greenville area and the beautiful south.

[g-man430]

I actually like having transplants in the area. It brings more diversity and variety of things including restaurants. Mmmm...doughnuts.

[drinkwat]

Originally Posted by Biscuits&Gravy

I think the biggest issue about transplants are that although most go there to enjoy the high quality of life that has developed there, many refuse to adapt to there new communities and insist on carrying on as they did where they came from.
In my opinion the term "assimilation" has taken on a negative connotation on these forums. I dare to further opine that assimilation is exactly what one should do when moving to a new community, especially when that community has attracted you there. It is THEIR way of life that has made it so attractive and livable. What is the point in trying to make it like the less desireable place you came from. Assimilation is not a 4 letter word. We al assimilate fromthe day we are born to our families, our social groups, our schools our communities, our churches, etc... It is what provides order and functionality for all as opposed to utter chaos, such as my current home state of Massachusets. Why else would the saying go, "when in Rome, do as the Romans do."?
I greatly look forward to my assimilation into the cradle of the Greenville area and the beautiful south.

Well said! I share in the utter chaos of Mass. Have not firmed up plans as of yet, but loosing job next June. Been doing lots of research and Greenville speaks to my heart and soul. I would be a happy Greenville "Roman" to assimilate to the majority of what I percieve the area to be. People will always bring a part of themselves and that's a good thing. But, as so eloquently stated above, it is the area's way of life that has drawn you there. B&G, where in MA are you? I'm in Kingston, near Plymouth. Would like to share thoughts. PM me if you'de like.

[NoodlesKnowles]

been here for two weeks, really haven't experienced any negative people, and I'm as yankee as they come, being from upstate NY. There are a ton of people moving here everyday, as a matter of fact most of the people I have met so far are not originally from here. just thought i'd throw my 2 cents in

[Soon to be South]

This is good to hear. Throughout the SC/NC threads, the word transplant comes up alot, and I was just wondering why this is. Yes, I believe too, that we need to assimilate, just as if others came to MD, where I live, I would expect them to sort of "fit in". That's understandbale.

[gnvlwvr]

The first few years I lived here, all I met were yankees living on the east side. We lived up in the mountains for 10 years and never met sweeter, "Salt of the earth" people. Some with no teeth but they would give you the shirt off their back. The only people that I have met that were negative were the blue blood, old Greenville families that are realizing that they no longer control things, and are resistent to changes. I met them in political activities, and they really like the "good old Southern Days". Think Foghorn Leghorn.

The only other issue is the older population and driving, where roads that were once small roads are now major thoroughfares, but they still drive like they are country roads. Oh, well. I'll be old someday, too.

[bnjp]

I moved away from here when I was 20, moved back when I was 32 and rarely see anyone "from" here. Most of our friends are from Ohio, and New York, and Connecticut! I love being in Greenville after living several other places. To me there is such a great balance here.

I think people in general are resistent to change, and I can say that this area has changed dramatically in the last 15 years...But I wouldn't blame that on people moving in.

[myrc60]

Originally Posted by bnjp

I think people in general are resistent to change, and I can say that this area has changed dramatically in the last 15 years...But I wouldn't blame that on people moving in.

Heck, its changed a lot in the 4 years I've been here, nevermind 15.

I think most locals fear Greenville will become more like Atlanta as that city moves ever closer to them removing the forest along the way.