vinnys025 Posted January 9, 2010 Share Posted January 9, 2010 So after being in Texas and New Mexico and living great for the past several years (cost of living) I am realizing something, I'm not happy here. I have outweighed the positives vs the negatives and the only negative I can come up with is that its more expensive in NY. New York has my friends I grew up with, green grass, trees, culture, all four seasons, good food, great restaurants, beaches, the NYJETS, and just a different atmosphere. Texas and New Mexico have none of that, and I'm just not happy here anymore. So in short, I'm moving back this summer, I have decided. I have realized that having a big house and living the easy life is boring and I'm too young for this. Not only that but I'm also realizing that money can't buy me happiness, so I'm coming back to my roots, where my friends are at. I know it will take a couple months to get used to the lifestyle and the people again, but its like riding a bike. Am I crazy, or is this the right decision? Either way, I can always leave if it don't work out, but I"ll give it a year and see what happens. Life is about risks, right? I have a descent resume, 2 bachelors degrees and 12 years served honorably in the military, I should be good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
war ensemble Posted January 9, 2010 Share Posted January 9, 2010 UIuOWv-mLP4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
visajets Posted January 9, 2010 Share Posted January 9, 2010 The military service should help get the job at Wal-Mart in security. Dont do it there are MANY places better and cheaper---------- Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maxman Posted January 9, 2010 Share Posted January 9, 2010 So after being in Texas and New Mexico and living great for the past several years (cost of living) I am realizing something, I'm not happy here. I have outweighed the positives vs the negatives and the only negative I can come up with is that its more expensive in NY. New York has my friends I grew up with, green grass, trees, culture, all four seasons, good food, great restaurants, beaches, the NYJETS, and just a different atmosphere. Texas and New Mexico have none of that, and I'm just not happy here anymore. So in short, I'm moving back this summer, I have decided. I have realized that having a big house and living the easy life is boring and I'm too young for this. Not only that but I'm also realizing that money can't buy me happiness, so I'm coming back to my roots, where my friends are at. I know it will take a couple months to get used to the lifestyle and the people again, but its like riding a bike. Am I crazy, or is this the right decision? Either way, I can always leave if it don't work out, but I"ll give it a year and see what happens. Life is about risks, right? I have a descent resume, 2 bachelors degrees and 12 years served honorably in the military, I should be good. It is more expensive here. But there are many more jobs and the pay is better. It is relative. Plus when you go to an away game to see the Jets, everything will seem cheaper and you will feel like you are beating the system. Welcome home! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
New York Mick Posted January 9, 2010 Share Posted January 9, 2010 I'm trying to move back to NY after 22 years so it doesn't seem to crazy to me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
visajets Posted January 9, 2010 Share Posted January 9, 2010 I'm trying to move back to NY after 22 years so it doesn't seem to crazy to me. Wow you spent 22 years in that Transylvanian prison----------- Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bruce Banner Posted January 9, 2010 Share Posted January 9, 2010 There used to be parts of this country which were vastly better to live in than other parts. But third world immigration has dragged down all the places that used to be better. In today's america you are either rich or living in a place that sucks. So you might as well live in a place where you know people. I'm not even trying to be funny with this, its the truth as I see it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slowmoe57 Posted January 9, 2010 Share Posted January 9, 2010 I have had many ops to move back to NY.Alawys decided against it. Everytime I go back after a day or so I am ready to leave again. Sure I would like to hang with the old gang have a few cold ones ect ect. But I have planted new roots where I am now. Way too expensive to live there now. Good Luck in what you decide to do. There is no wrong answer here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Larz Posted January 9, 2010 Share Posted January 9, 2010 a friend of mine has gone back and forth from LI to vegas twice he misses the four seasons and the deli's Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vanDoug Posted January 9, 2010 Share Posted January 9, 2010 I would love to live in Manhattan. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rillo Posted January 9, 2010 Share Posted January 9, 2010 I don't think so, I'm seriously thinking about moving too. Florida's economy sucks BIG time and I miss the season's, food/culture, and family. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SouthernJet Posted January 9, 2010 Share Posted January 9, 2010 Good Luck. Follow your heart. Just make sure your significant other is also in agreement. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
124 Posted January 9, 2010 Share Posted January 9, 2010 Moving from Texas or New Mexico to NY? Yes, you're very SMART, not crazy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vinnys025 Posted January 9, 2010 Author Share Posted January 9, 2010 Good Luck. Follow your heart. Just make sure your significant other is also in agreement. I'm single, and yes, my heart says go to NY. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vinnys025 Posted January 9, 2010 Author Share Posted January 9, 2010 Moving from Texas or New Mexico to NY? Yes, you're very SMART, not crazy. lol, yea, it really is terrible here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vinnys025 Posted January 9, 2010 Author Share Posted January 9, 2010 I would love to live in Manhattan. Yea, I'm not sure if I'm going to move to queens or Nassau County..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thai Jet Posted January 11, 2010 Share Posted January 11, 2010 I'm trying to move back to NY after 22 years so it doesn't seem to crazy to me. That's only because you ARE crazy Mick. There should be plenty of room here, everyone else is moving out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Green DNA Posted January 11, 2010 Share Posted January 11, 2010 Yea, I'm not sure if I'm going to move to queens or Nassau County..... If you are buying a house the real estate taxes in Queens are much more affordable than in Nassau County. Nassau keeps raising the taxes due to due gross mismanagement, incompetence and wasteful spending. You have the same in NYC, but the impact is less due to the greater tax base. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Garb Posted January 11, 2010 Share Posted January 11, 2010 hahahaha....you may have a change of heart after your first full winter. Being away from the brutality of the season softens you....that's not a bad thing either. It makes you smarter than us, actually. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maxman Posted January 11, 2010 Share Posted January 11, 2010 If you are buying a house the real estate taxes in Queens are much more affordable than in Nassau County. Nassau keeps raising the taxes due to due gross mismanagement, incompetence and wasteful spending. You have the same in NYC, but the impact is less due to the greater tax base. Is their slogan, "We suck but only half as much" ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vinnys025 Posted January 11, 2010 Author Share Posted January 11, 2010 I'm going to be renting, defiantly not buying anytime soon. Know of any apartments for around 1000 per month for one person thats not too small? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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