Does anyone else not like living in Indiana? (Indianapolis, Columbus: neighborhood, buying)

[Katiana]

Originally Posted by domergurl

I guess I can understand someone who has never lived anywhere, or experienced life outside of the Hoosier state could be wondering what they are missing. I'm fortunate that I was able to get out and explore when I was in my wild 20's. I don't feel like I'm missing anything by living back in the state of my birth.

Or maybe it's this second glass of cheap red wine talking.

Probably the latter. LOL! My DD had some wanderlust in her and wanted to go to college out of state. She chose Valparaiso. Loved it, hated it, is coming home to Colorado to finish college. Missed the mountains, and maybe. . . her family? Well, probably not us, but maybe her sister. She eventually got to the point of liking Indiana for Indiana (the Dunes, proximity to Chicago, etc.) but not enough to stay there.

[amyfw]

[font="Comic Sans MS"]Well, I don't like many things about Indiana. I have lived here all my life and I am working to get out. Gov. (no man)Mitch has made a mess out of Indiana. Ya, we are doing okay, but he is so wrong with selling everything to private companies to make a quick profit. Next, I live in a city where taxes are going higher and higher (Fort Wayne). Every time we turn around, the city is raising taxes , utilities, or anything else they can get their hands on. Like building a baseball stadium in the middle of downtown when 98% of the people that live here don't want it. Sure, the cost of living is low and there are many places for food and other stuff. Many people are rude, the drivers are crazy, and there are no jobs!! Plenty of jobs if your are in the medical field or sales. Let's not even mention that you have to go for long drives to get to any lakes, bigger cities, or amusement parks. That doesn't go well when you have an old car and not much money for gas.

[jmfnme]

I have been in Bloomington for two years now, and I have not liked it at all. Maybe it's the neighborhood we ended up in, I don't know... (the neighborhood is very local, blue collar, rough). We have nothing in common with anyone that we live around, and neither do our kids. We are moving in a few weeks to Charlotte, NC (husband's job) and it seems nice there. I am from Montana/Idaho (also lived in Oregon and Washington) and the rules/laws people here... I don't know. Maybe it's because I grew up in Missoula, MT. There is really nothing to do here, other than go out and eat at some of the cool International restaurants in the town. This is of course just my personal opinion/experience.

[domergurl]

You don't like Bloomington, please clarify that. Bloomington is a very different town than most in Indiana (big college population 9 months out of the year). I've lived all over this state and am an IU grad. I found Bloomington very divided between the university and the blue collar folks that seemed to offend you (thanks a lot!) While this state isn't the most exciting place to live, you really create your own bliss here. If you come in with expectations similar to what you are used to, well, you'll be disappointed and miserable (case in point) Sorry that Bloomington didn't work out. Charlotte is nice, but if you are seeking Missoula ... it "tain't" in Charlotte either.

Here's to you not having to deal with blue collar and rough folks in Charlotte...sheesh!

[derek10rr]

Originally Posted by jmfnme

I have been in Bloomington for two years now, and I have not liked it at all. Maybe it's the neighborhood we ended up in, I don't know... (the neighborhood is very local, blue collar, rough). We have nothing in common with anyone that we live around, and neither do our kids. We are moving in a few weeks to Charlotte, NC (husband's job) and it seems nice there. I am from Montana/Idaho (also lived in Oregon and Washington) and the rules/laws people here... I don't know. Maybe it's because I grew up in Missoula, MT. There is really nothing to do here, other than go out and eat at some of the cool International restaurants in the town. This is of course just my personal opinion/experience.

Wait a minute now. You grew up in montana, and are complaining of nothing to do somewhere else?

[jmfnme]

Actually, I don't like Indiana. Bloomington is probably one of the highlights of Indiana. I don't 'hate' Indiana, and have not been unhappy here, just answering the original posters question. As for the blue collar observation, that was merely a stereotypical, shortened way of describing a divide that exists in the neighborhood. Bloomington seems to have a very big chasm between the locals/university, as someone else just said. I haven't experienced that in the past, as the west is different. And as to the post saying that I am 'complaining' about not much to do here, which he found amazing because I am from Montana... It was more of a statement, not a complaint. I am not looking for Missoula, because it is unique. And as for Montana/Idaho, there was quite a bit to do. Montana has almost limitless opportunities for recreation, skiing, etc., and Indiana doesn't, it is the midwest. I have found many of the people I have met here argumentative, difficult, and unfriendly. Where I am from people wave at each other as they drive, not honk their horns... neighbors are friendly, yet reserved where I grew up, here many of them are quite hostile and hateful of each other. Anyway, it is just my experience.

[derek10rr]

Originally Posted by jmfnme

Actually, I don't like Indiana. Bloomington is probably one of the highlights of Indiana. I don't 'hate' Indiana, and have not been unhappy here, just answering the original posters question. As for the blue collar observation, that was merely a stereotypical, shortened way of describing a divide that exists in the neighborhood. Bloomington seems to have a very big chasm between the locals/university, as someone else just said. I haven't experienced that in the past, as the west is different. And as to the post saying that I am 'complaining' about not much to do here, which he found amazing because I am from Montana... It was more of a statement, not a complaint. I am not looking for Missoula, because it is unique. And as for Montana/Idaho, there was quite a bit to do. Montana has almost limitless opportunities for recreation, skiing, etc., and Indiana doesn't, it is the midwest. I have found many of the people I have met here argumentative, difficult, and unfriendly. Where I am from people wave at each other as they drive, not honk their horns... neighbors are friendly, yet reserved where I grew up, here many of them are quite hostile and hateful of each other. Anyway, it is just my experience.

Actually, to be fair, I have heard many times that people in Montana are very neighborly.

My concern with montana would be jobs. I looked into it once, but found nothing for accounting work so kept looking elsewhere. Ive been looking for over 11 months and still havent reached a definite conclussion. Thats what's great about the U.S., alot of choices.

[domergurl]

I've found that most in the midwest are straight forward and friendly. I guess it's a northern european ancesestry thing. It's what I'm used to and if strangers start waving and chit chatting .... that's weird for me. As for the recreation ... well ... if you are used to Montana/Idaho, comparisons/expections are unfair to this state.

Hope Charlotte works out.

[X-Greensboro Resident]

Well, I hear ya on Indiana vs. Montana etc... but I gotta tell you, you won't find what you're looking for in Charlotte, trust me. I lived in NC for 12 years, went to college there and LOVE NC, would love to move back someday but based on your statements, you won't feel any different there. I guess it is what you make out of it, I hope it'll work out for you. Good luck.

[jmfnme]

Not moving to Charlotte because looking to find something. Moving because of husband's job, but it seems nice enough. We're buying a nice house and all, so that helps.