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She said it has been the worst decision of their (her and hubby's) life. They both hate it and want to return to NJ even though her remaining family are in NC. I haven't spoken to her personally yet so I don't know the reasons. Does anyone else feel the same way and why? What was it about NC that you didn't like?
Areas vary but I spent a summer working in the foothills near Hickory and I enjoyed the free spirited warm goofy people as well as the beautfy outside taking a walk and running from 12 unleashed dogs in the country. But the reality was I couldn't date the woman, not longterm. While I respect them, they all want to start a family and live in the country the rest of their life, not me. Plus I'm not Baptist which is what dominates many southern towns. After living there a while reality hits u and u feel out of ur element - I don't fit in, what am i doing here?
I'm sure you can find people who feel like neighbor does, but for every one who feels that way, you'll find one who loved the move and wouldn't trade it for anything. There are definitely differences between living in NJ and living in NC (and also differences even within each of those states)- for some it'll be something they can deal with, and for others, NJ will always be "home", and nothing else will work.
I'm sure you can find people who feel like neighbor does, but for every one who feels that way, you'll find one who loved the move and wouldn't trade it for anything. There are definitely differences between living in NJ and living in NC (and also differences even within each of those states)- for some it'll be something they can deal with, and for others, NJ will always be "home", and nothing else will work.
I agree. I guess what I'm looking for is a what didn't you like/what did you like answer, that way I can try and figure out if it's right for us. Seeing as neither state is 'home' for us, that's not going to be a factor.
One thing I could take into account is that my neighbour and I are polar opposites so I will probably love it
I'd love to hear your neighbor's reasons -- people, weather, location, what....
I moved from PA to CA and despite ideal weather there and feeling like I was on vacation for two years, in the end I missed the people and the East Coast "vibe", so I moved back. Now that it's 15 degrees, I wonder why....
I'm sure you can find people who feel like neighbor does, but for every one who feels that way, you'll find one who loved the move and wouldn't trade it for anything. There are definitely differences between living in NJ and living in NC (and also differences even within each of those states)- for some it'll be something they can deal with, and for others, NJ will always be "home", and nothing else will work.
I agree. When my sister lived in NC, a pretty little town called Clemmens, she loved it. The majority of people in her neighborhood were tri-state area transplants.
Everyone is different. You should ask the individual in question.
If you haven't spent time in different parts of the U.S.- you should think about doing that before moving somewhere. If you just pull up stakes and go, chances are great you will find certain things lacking. Better to do research than be surprised. These people could be city folk living in some bumble-f place who knows?
I agree. I guess what I'm looking for is a what didn't you like/what did you like answer, that way I can try and figure out if it's right for us. Seeing as neither state is 'home' for us, that's not going to be a factor.
One thing I could take into account is that my neighbour and I are polar opposites so I will probably love it
Pushing the question back to you, what are your interests, what do you like/dislike about Jersey? Once that is known, it will be easier to evaluate.
From my own personal experience, I had a relative move down to Raleigh area from Northern NJ. He lives the normal life; has a family, drives to work, goes to the gym, spends most time at home watching tv, doing housework, improvements, goes out once in a while for food/entertainment. Doesn't venture much into NYC
While he misses some of what NJ has to offer (Nice towns, better malls, Italian food/Pizza), he likes living down there. Its a little easier in a sense he has a bigger house, can afford a nice car, likes the space, community and schools are good for his kids.
I'd love to hear your neighbor's reasons -- people, weather, location, what....
I moved from PA to CA and despite ideal weather there and feeling like I was on vacation for two years, in the end I missed the people and the East Coast "vibe", so I moved back. Now that it's 15 degrees, I wonder why....
It's always greener on the other side...but yeah, i lived in Cali once (1 year only) and I have no freaking idea why I'm in jersey right now. That state is beautiful, with its mountains, beaches, and deserts.
It's always greener on the other side...but yeah, i lived in Cali once (1 year only) and I have no freaking idea why I'm in jersey right now. That state is beautiful, with its mountains, beaches, and deserts.
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