Best quaint little town, and or suburb to live in
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Best quaint little town, and or suburb to live in
I am a divorced 40ish female, I guess I'm going through my midlife crisis because I just want to sell everything and hit the road and move to a new town. I am from and lived most of my life in Texas, I have also lived in Miami( hated it) and Las Vegas, ( not crazy about that either) I have always wanted to live some place where you can see all the seasons change, I want a slightly laid back atmosphere, but don't want to be bored either, would have to have job opportunities, be friendly, and I do have asthma so it would have to be a not too polluted environment, and someplace thats nice to us older single females lol
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I was once in a similar situation. I decided to move into a cohousing community (google and you will find them in a variety of locations). I choose one in Tucson, AZ - you won't get much change of season there - but IMO Tucson is a good place for single people.
Look into cohousing - supportive communities and a great way to transition to a new environment.
As far as jobs -- it is tough most places these days.
At age 51 I sold my house, quit my career and moved across the country. It was the best thing I ever did. Sometimes you just need to launch yourself in a new direction. Good luck with whatever you decide.
Look into cohousing - supportive communities and a great way to transition to a new environment.
As far as jobs -- it is tough most places these days.
At age 51 I sold my house, quit my career and moved across the country. It was the best thing I ever did. Sometimes you just need to launch yourself in a new direction. Good luck with whatever you decide.
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Well as a single female my choice sure wouldn't be to move to a "quaint town", it's too isolated (been there done that).
I loved living in Vermont, and that sure the heck has all four seasons, but it's hard to find work, and not easy to be single in a small town.
Personally I'm thrilled with my life in Seattle.
I loved living in Vermont, and that sure the heck has all four seasons, but it's hard to find work, and not easy to be single in a small town.
Personally I'm thrilled with my life in Seattle.
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There are jobs in Federal gov't. How about Takoma Park Maryland? A bit of seasons. Access to lots of culture. A small neighborhood near a commuter train or metro line so you can get into town for big culture and then leave for the mellow life might be a good fit for you. Look for interesting cities with good public transit (not LA!)
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our town is filled with dreamers.
http://www.ashlandchamber.com/
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I don't recommend New England for anybody who wants all 4 seasons. Most years, we skip Spring. This year, we're apparently having 6 months of Spring and skipping Summer. You guessed it: 65 and raining AGAIN. Seriously, for anybody who has lived in TX, GL and NV, anything north of MD is going to be a shock.
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Franklin (TN) is great, but I find it geared very much toward families. Nashville proper might be a good fit, though it's not "quaint." We get more seasons than Texas, but if you're looking for snowy winters, you won't find them here.
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Bronxville, NY
You better bring a REALLY big bank account to live there!
I moved from suburban NYC to Albuquerque in 2001. It was a wonderful move, maybe not different enough for you.
Colorado is pretty nice, Denver has lots to do, but can be expensive.
How much can you spend on housing? Jobs - tough times, what line of work?
If I were to move anywhere, it would be San Francisco, but with real estate [condo's] going for $1000 a sq ft, that won't be happening in this lifetime.
Deb
You better bring a REALLY big bank account to live there!
I moved from suburban NYC to Albuquerque in 2001. It was a wonderful move, maybe not different enough for you.
Colorado is pretty nice, Denver has lots to do, but can be expensive.
How much can you spend on housing? Jobs - tough times, what line of work?
If I were to move anywhere, it would be San Francisco, but with real estate [condo's] going for $1000 a sq ft, that won't be happening in this lifetime.
Deb