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You blew it out of proportion. Let me say it differently.
I like it when places have a distinct culture/style that is unique. For example, Boston is very unique. And Charleston is very unique. And New Orleans. Etc.
I want some diversity as well. But if EVERY city in the country simply became melting pots of culture, what will they look like in 50 years from now? They'll all be indistinguishable, which is sad IMO.
You're not making much sense with this. How do you know what ANY city is going to look or feel like 50 years from now? That's a pretty broad statement.
Oh, and I should remind you... in both Charleston and New Orleans you will hear the word "y'all" frequently.
You SAY you don't mind diversity or differences, but then you talk about being afraid to move outside of CT due to culture shock, and you say you can't stand the idea of living anywhere where people say "y'all." Maybe you don't mind diversity...as long as it's far away from you.
Have you been to Charleston (I'm assuming you mean SC, not WV or some other Charleston) and/or New Orleans? If so...how could you bear all that y'all'in'?
My gosh, I hate to think what your reaction would be if someone said, "ALL y'all come on in for supper."
I've never been to Charleston or New Orleans, but for some reason, it seems more acceptable for the phrase "y'all" to be used there. You know? Because those cities are quintessential southern charming cities with rich history.
Have you ever been to Pittsburgh, PA? I never have, but on paper it seems like it could work out great for me. It's not too large or overly congested. It has nice hills, four seasons and leans liberal with politics. A sizeable gay population, plenty of jobs and 1 hr 20 min direct flights to Hartford to visit family, which is nice. And housing is even cheaper than Texas!
Have you ever been to Pittsburgh, PA? I never have, but on paper it seems like it could work out great for me. It's not too large or overly congested. It has nice hills, four seasons and leans liberal with politics. A sizeable gay population, plenty of jobs and 1 hr 20 min direct flights to Hartford to visit family, which is nice. And housing is even cheaper than Texas!
I've been to Pittsburgh. In fact, I was there just a couple of weeks ago. It's OK. I thought the people were pretty friendly, friendlier than in the City of Brotherly Love in my opinion, which was surprising - but then Pittsburgh has a more blue collar feel to it and seems more laid back.
The thing about the housing that struck me was that so much of it seemed so old, and small, and crowded up. Also the roads seemed very small and twisty and frankly, everything just seemed older and dirtier than where I live. I don't mean to offend anyone, but that's just how it struck me. But I'm sure there are some nice areas of Pittsburgh that I didn't see.
The terrain is pretty. My husband works up there a lot and of course, since he's a Texan, he thinks the winters there are RIDICULOUS. But you're from up that way so you probably wouldn't mind it as much.
We considered moving up to that area because my husband works up there so much but after several visits to the region, we took it off our list. Nice place to visit, but I wouldn't want to live there. You might like it though.
How's the railroad industry looking out in Texas, right now? New construction going on, or primarily track maintenance? And if so, what are some of the bigger yards or contractors?
I've been to Pittsburgh. In fact, I was there just a couple of weeks ago. It's OK. I thought the people were pretty friendly, friendlier than in the City of Brotherly Love in my opinion, which was surprising - but then Pittsburgh has a more blue collar feel to it and seems more laid back.
The thing about the housing that struck me was that so much of it seemed so old, and small, and crowded up. Also the roads seemed very small and twisty and frankly, everything just seemed older and dirtier than where I live. I don't mean to offend anyone, but that's just how it struck me. But I'm sure there are some nice areas of Pittsburgh that I didn't see.
The terrain is pretty. My husband works up there a lot and of course, since he's a Texan, he thinks the winters there are RIDICULOUS. But you're from up that way so you probably wouldn't mind it as much.
We considered moving up to that area because my husband works up there so much but after several visits to the region, we took it off our list. Nice place to visit, but I wouldn't want to live there. You might like it though.
Wow! I read your mind.....who would have thought that you just went to Pittsburgh a few weeks ago!
Anyway, the climate/weather doesn't bother me one bit. I can handle anything, because I'm from New England. I actually prefer that type of climate because of the variety it offers.
Your comments regarding the houses and roads are interesting. I have spent a lot of time looking at random spots on Google Street View in the area, and everything you said seems to ring true.
Sigh...it's probably a stupid idea to apply for jobs at a place I've never been to.
Now I want to know your opinion on Columbus and Indianapolis!
Wow! I read your mind.....who would have thought that you just went to Pittsburgh a few weeks ago!
Anyway, the climate/weather doesn't bother me one bit. I can handle anything, because I'm from New England. I actually prefer that type of climate because of the variety it offers.
Your comments regarding the houses and roads are interesting. I have spent a lot of time looking at random spots on Google Street View in the area, and everything you said seems to ring true.
Sigh...it's probably a stupid idea to apply for jobs at a place I've never been to.
Now I want to know your opinion on Columbus and Indianapolis!
Thanks for the advice....such a nice lady!
Not meaning to hijack the thread, but what happened to the potential job in Detroit? Royal Oak, Ferndale and other communities in the Woodward Corridor(Berkley, Birningham, Huntington Woods, Bloomfield Hills, etc.) would be great fit due to having a LGBT presence and some of the nicest suburbs in the area. They are also walkable too.
Wow! I read your mind.....who would have thought that you just went to Pittsburgh a few weeks ago!
Anyway, the climate/weather doesn't bother me one bit. I can handle anything, because I'm from New England. I actually prefer that type of climate because of the variety it offers.
Your comments regarding the houses and roads are interesting. I have spent a lot of time looking at random spots on Google Street View in the area, and everything you said seems to ring true.
Sigh...it's probably a stupid idea to apply for jobs at a place I've never been to.
Now I want to know your opinion on Columbus and Indianapolis!
Thanks for the advice....such a nice lady!
LOL well thank you.
I've never been to Indianapolis, so I can't chime in on that one, but I've been to Columbus (I'm assuming you mean Ohio) several times, as well as some of the other major Ohio cities.
I am always favorably impressed when I visit Ohio, and it's cities. They usually strike me as feeling more clean and spacious than further north and east. I also think the people are generally friendly - a lot like the people of Pittsburgh. The COL seems to be within a reasonable range there too. However, my brother who lives in southern Ohio is very frustrated with the economy there. I don't know. All I can tell you is that he's seriously considering moving to Texas - he and his wife are coming to visit this fall with the intent of looking seriously at that option.
Thanks for the compliment. I can get snarky sometimes so I do appreciate that you don't hold a grudge. I like it when people don't take things personally on this forum - I certainly don't. I don't mind if someone has a different opinion and expresses it.
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