I'm bored in NC. - Page 7

Tamborista · #61 10-01-2009, 09:41 PM

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Originally Posted by bigbird

Hello JJ, a long time ago people used to say New York is a great place to "visit" but I wouldn't want to "live" there. That saying holds true today.

I guess you never "lived" in NYC Sr. Perdue?

bigbird · #62 10-01-2009, 09:58 PM

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Originally Posted by bachata

.......some time when I say that I would like to live there they say that I'm crazy that we live like rich people here, big houses with land scape parking spots every way you go & that this place is clean and safe......JJ

You won't find that in NYC.

ExtremeR · #63 10-01-2009, 10:20 PM

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Originally Posted by bigbird

You won't find that in NYC.

But he may find a Doña selling Empanadas in a corner, or a Chimi & Fritura in the next intersection, or head Downtown to get some Sbarro's Pizza, put the radio and actually find some merengue, bachata and salsa playing instead of rock, country, hip hop and corridos mexicanos. While is true that NYC isn't in its best moment economically and not exactly the cleanest city in the USA, the appeal specially for us Dominicanos is huge. Although I don't live there (Vegas) I am really anxious to hop on a plane and visit family and friends.

Mercy · #64 10-01-2009, 10:23 PM

JJ, Do not get discourage. You are going through culture shock (like most of us do when we move to an area where we do not see any known person), but it will, as everything else, come to pass. I had the same experience in LA. When I first moved here (15 years ago) the only person I knew was my husband, who happened to be from this area and seemed to know every body. I came with an open mind. I was going to meet people and make the most of my stay (since I had no choice). One by one, I got to meet all of my neighbors. I began to go to church with a family in my neighborhood and in no time, I knew a lot of people from my church. I was never bore there after. I made of this place - a home away from home- to the point that I feel like I really belong here.
Try not to get depressed; look ahead and conquer!!
MD

web · #65 10-01-2009, 10:31 PM

JJ,

Llamame quando tu en RD. Soy David PM mi numero

bueno

bigbird · #66 10-01-2009, 10:39 PM

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Originally Posted by ExtremeR

But he may find a Doña selling Empanadas in a corner, or a Chimi & Fritura in the next intersection, or head Downtown to get some Sbarro's Pizza, put the radio and actually find some merengue, bachata and salsa playing instead of rock, country, hip hop and corridos mexicanos. While is true that NYC isn't in its best moment economically and not exactly the cleanest city in the USA, the appeal specially for us Dominicanos is huge. Although I don't live there (Vegas) I am really anxious to hop on a plane and visit family and friends.

I guess JJ and his wife would have to ask themselves if it is worth giving up a house, a yard, parking, peace and quiet, land to grow fruit and vegetables, affordable housing, a job, year round warm climate, and more.........

Just me, but I think when you have been used to having your own it is difficult to become an apartment renter with no land. I know it would be tough for me, not to mention more than likely having to give up my cars for lack of parking in the city.

bigbird · #67 10-01-2009, 10:57 PM

I said:

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Originally Posted by bigbird

.......New York is a great place to "visit" but I wouldn't want to "live" there.......

You said:

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Originally Posted by ExtremeR

.......Although I don't live there (Vegas) I am really anxious to hop on a plane and visit family and friends.

I guess we somewhat agree.

bachata · #68 10-01-2009, 11:14 PM

yes bigbird, I lived in an apartment in la Villa Santiago for many years and it is totally different to live in a house. I remember that some time I had to stay in the car awaiting for a visitor to leave in order to get a parking spot. Now I have room for two cars in the garage and four out side in the driveway when I have visitors.

It is different

JJ

bigbird · #69 10-01-2009, 11:22 PM

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Originally Posted by bachata

yes bigbird, I lived in an apartment in la Villa Santiago for many years and it is totally different to live in a house. I remember that some time I had to stay in the car awaiting for a visitor to leave in order to get a parking spot. Now I have room for two cars in the garage and four out side in the driveway when I have visitors.

It is different

JJ

I don't discourage you from visiting NY one day. I just don't think you would want to live there. I remember the nice home you had in Santiago and I would guess your home in NC is even nicer. Ask your wife and see what she says. I think you already know the answer.

ben jammin · #70 10-02-2009, 06:45 AM

having been born and lived in NC most of my life i have to give some love for my home state. although raleigh is not my favorite spot here(too big for this country boy) it does have advantages. within 2 to 3 hours you can be in the mountains or at the coast. you will find the people there are more like dominicans, friendly and helpful

i am happy for you that you will be visiting the DR soon and hope you have a wonderful time with family and old friends. but don't miss opportunities to explore some of what NC has to offer. just as in the DR the national and state parks here are special places and for all to enjoy. best wishes to you and rocia and family... ben