ChasingBlueSky 0 #1 September 12, 2003 I was having a chat the other night, and someone found it odd that I have never lived outside of Chicago - let alone never moved out of my home state. She found it even more odd that no one from the group of friends that I have had since High School are the same way (about 8 of us). Is this really that odd (we all went to Loyola University which is here in Chicago)? She is under the belief that most people, before the age of 30 have moved out of state at least once in their life (and possibly returned back to that state later on). I mentioned that I lived in Ireland for 8 weeks while in college, but apparently vacations do not count - you would need to take up residence. So - I'm curious about this now...please vote away in my first poll ( yea yea, beer, etc)_________________________________________ you can burn the land and boil the sea, but you can't take the sky from me.... I WILL fly again..... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jmpnkramer 0 #2 September 12, 2003 I do not find it odd. What actually constitutes your home state? I was born in another state but claim Florida as my home state. Once again I guess I have never moved because I was in the military and never gave up my Florida Residency. You sure could have fooled me though because there Damn sure was no Fairy that moved my shit from installation to installation. Is your friend on this forum? If not please let them look at this. I want that fairy to move my shit! Anyway, As I said I do not find it odd. I mean honestly I doubt I would ever leave Florida. There are many people I went to H.S. with who have not left the state. If you like where you are and things are good why would you leave? Vacations are meant for those places you want to see. I believ it is your friend who is strange in their belief. Hmmmmmmmmmmmm. Anyway, Just a few of my thoughts. Laters, KRAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAMER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!The REAL KRAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAMER! "HESITATION CAUSES DEATH!!!" "Be Slow to Fall into Friendship; but when Thou Art in, Continue Firm & Constant." - SOCRATES Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
freeflybella 0 #3 September 12, 2003 Not only have I moved before 30 - I lived in 13 states (and I country oversees) before I graduated college!! Yeah, my dad was army. Obviously we're on opposite ends of the spectrum. While, I love the fact that I moved around and saw alot of the country and world, and even to this day have no fear of picking up and moving anywhere at any time and can make friends easily - Growing up, I would have liked to have had some friends for longer than 2 years. Sure, we kept in touch after we all moved away but when you start at age 6 months - moving away from your friends, you don't really learn how to keep in touch very well. It must be such a great and weird feeling to have people around you that have known you your entire life. They've seen you as a dorky kid, a messed up teenager, through all the trends and all the evolutions before you became who you are now. It must be cool to have people who know you so well. And vice versa. It may not be the norm to stay put, but hey, we're ALL odd!! Action expresses priority. - Mahatma Ghandi Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skydiverbrian 0 #4 September 12, 2003 Navy brat here. We moved 7 times (including out of the country) before I graduated high school. Moved out of my parents' house at 18. And have moved 5 times since then (I'm 32 now). Most people won't leave their home towns because of the security there. Those of us from military backgrounds seem less afraid to try a new environment, even if the change is dramatic. In a world full of people, only some want to fly... isn't that crazy! --Seal Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tonto 1 #5 September 12, 2003 It's not odd. Only 10% of US citizens hold passports. A road trip is an adventure for you dudes. tIt's the year of the Pig. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pds 0 #6 September 12, 2003 man o man. not military, but moved 15 times in 9 states before thirty. sometimes i feel like im missing something not having roots or a hometown. on the other hand i have always felt free to go anywhere anytime.namaste, motherfucker. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
juanesky 0 #7 September 12, 2003 Yep, have lived in about 8 different countries, 3 of them for over 2 years. And lived in about 5 different states. Is she implying that you are not open minded?"According to some of the conservatives here, it sounds like it's fine to beat your wide - as long as she had it coming." -Billvon Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nacmacfeegle 0 #8 September 12, 2003 Hmm, by the age of 30...... My work had taken me to about 10 different countries on 3 different continents (Europe, Africa, South America). I left home at the age of 17, was degree qualified at the age of 21, was running my own company by the age of 27....More of a tax dodge than accumen! Now approaching my 40s, the Antarctic is the only continent I have not worked in, but I did apply a long time ago to join the British Antarctic Survey, however the money was a bag of shit....And it was a 2 year commitment. But hey, I still chat with peeps who never left my home town, they seem happy, so whats the big deal? I've met plenty well travelled assholes, and plenty good folk who never left Scotland, even for vacations.-------------------- He who receives an idea from me, receives instruction himself without lessening mine; as he who lights his taper at mine, receives light without darkening me. Thomas Jefferson Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ChasingBlueSky 0 #9 September 12, 2003 QuoteYep, have lived in about 8 different countries, 3 of them for over 2 years. And lived in about 5 different states. Is she implying that you are not open minded? No, not at all - I'm quite open minded and have traveled a bunch. She just found it odd that my roots were so strongly planted I think. I have had plenty of change in my life - but not quite the same - had to change schools every three years growing up due to family issues of money, transportation, etc....until HS I never was able to keep any friends due to this. Now, I have had the same group of whuffo friends for the last 16 years and we are all a part of each others family now (their parents consider me their son). Kramer - I don't think she meant residence - just moving away from your home base for an extended period of time and calling that home for a while. Sorry about your stuff in FL! lol_________________________________________ you can burn the land and boil the sea, but you can't take the sky from me.... I WILL fly again..... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RevJim 0 #10 September 12, 2003 QuoteIt's not odd. Only 10% of US citizens hold passports. A road trip is an adventure for you dudes. t Most have no need for a passport. Sure, it would be nice to be able to get out of the country and see some sights, but there are so many things in the USA that most of us will never see. And 10% is a pretty good amount, if you consider the size of our land area. What's the percentage of Russians holding a passport? 10% is also not bad considering our total population. How many from Mexico, Brazil, China, ect, hold passports? Of those that hold them, how many actually use them? I could easily get a passport, but why? I think a more important number is how many of those passport holders actually travel?It's your life, live it! Karma RB#684 "Corcho", ASK#60, Muff#3520, NCB#398, NHDZ#4, C-33989, DG#1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wmw999 2,587 #11 September 12, 2003 I got the impression you meant moving -- of your own volition -- out of state (or more). In places where distances are great, you could include moving to a distant city (El Paso from Houston, for instance). I moved a couple of times, and moved back each of them. Really good reason to move back each time, but I'm sure sick of Houston now. Wendy W.There is nothing more dangerous than breaking a basic safety rule and getting away with it. It removes fear of the consequences and builds false confidence. (tbrown) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
freeflybella 0 #12 September 12, 2003 Quotei feel like im missing something not having roots or a hometown The freedom thing is for sure true, here. But so is the roots/hometown thing. When people ask where I'm from my answer is always "My dad was military" followed by "I live on the East coast but consider myself a West coast girl." I guess it's up to us to make a hometown for ourselves or give ourselves roots when the time is right! Action expresses priority. - Mahatma Ghandi Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ChasingBlueSky 0 #13 September 12, 2003 QuoteI got the impression you meant moving -- of your own volition -- out of state (or more). In places where distances are great, you could include moving to a distant city (El Paso from Houston, for instance). I moved a couple of times, and moved back each of them. Really good reason to move back each time, but I'm sure sick of Houston now. Wendy W. yea, thats about right wendy_________________________________________ you can burn the land and boil the sea, but you can't take the sky from me.... I WILL fly again..... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
freeflybella 0 #14 September 12, 2003 QuoteOnly 10% of US citizens hold passports. We (as Americans) are not encouraged to travel beyond the US. Other countries encourage their people to travel. You guys get things like 'Around the World Tickets' and decent airfares! We want to keep all of our $$ at home. Not sure what that says about us, or what that's done to us re: our world view but...maybe I have that perspective because I don't have a true sense of belonging to one place or another. (see above) Action expresses priority. - Mahatma Ghandi Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nacmacfeegle 0 #15 September 12, 2003 "In places where distances are great, you could include moving to a distant city" Hell, you could spend a lifetime moving around Texas, and still never see all there is to offer....Or you could flit around Europe for a couple of years, and still not be a "better person"......-------------------- He who receives an idea from me, receives instruction himself without lessening mine; as he who lights his taper at mine, receives light without darkening me. Thomas Jefferson Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stacy 0 #16 September 12, 2003 lived in baltimore for 18 years. Spent a year and a half in upstate new york, and 3.5 years in the philly metro area. Been in southeast FL for 1.5 years now. changes of scenery are good. __ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
txblondie 0 #17 September 12, 2003 I've never lived outside the Dallas area. My parents lived in Richardson when I was born but moved to Plano 6 months later. I lived in Plano until 3 months ago, and I'm in McKinney, still the Dallas area, now. So, no, I don't think it's odd. I've considered living other places, but I can't think of very many that are appealing. Maybe Miami or Colorado Springs. Or, if I could afford it, Santa Cruz. But I definitely feel comfortable in Dallas. If it's what you've always known, of course you're going to feel comfortable there... ***************************************** Blondes do have more fun! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jessica 0 #18 September 12, 2003 I grew up in the Dallas area, and I moved 300 miles away to South Texas about two years ago. I don't really feel a need to leave Texas, but if a good reason came along, I wouldn't hesitate. A few months ago I considered moving to Florida. I have a passport. Wait, what is this thread about? It's early.Skydiving is for cool people only Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tonto 1 #19 September 12, 2003 Hey RevJim. I didn't mean it as a bad thing. That same philosophy got me many an extention to my stays in the states. 50 states, 52 weeks in a year... show me the state you can see in a week... etc The US is gifted with massive geographical diversity, from Ice fields to desert, mountain to swamp. If anything, you lack big mountains - with nothing in the 20 000ft range. (I climb..My comment on the road trip was also meant as a compliment. Anywhere else in the world a road trip of over 1000 miles is considered a chore - but you guys have taken it to an art form. I have a passport "in case" I want to go someplace. Living in Africa - if anything is about to happen - it's unlikely to be here. tIt's the year of the Pig. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AggieDave 6 #20 September 12, 2003 QuoteMy parents lived in Richardson when I was born but moved to Plano 6 months later. I lived in Plano until 3 months ago, and I'm in McKinney, still the Dallas area, now Careful! The blackhole known as Sherman is drawing you closer, once your in its grasp you will NEVER leave! You'll have a family there, then your kids will have a family there...agggggghhhhhh!--"When I die, may I be surrounded by scattered chrome and burning gasoline." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
txblondie 0 #21 September 12, 2003 QuoteQuoteMy parents lived in Richardson when I was born but moved to Plano 6 months later. I lived in Plano until 3 months ago, and I'm in McKinney, still the Dallas area, now Careful! The blackhole known as Sherman is drawing you closer, once your in its grasp you will NEVER leave! You'll have a family there, then your kids will have a family there...agggggghhhhhh! You're right, actually... I'm looking at houses in Sherman!!! But it's not so bad; it's close to the DZ... ***************************************** Blondes do have more fun! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Casie 0 #22 September 12, 2003 I have moved sooooo much growing up I can't even count them right now, however I've lived in the state of Texas for quite some time. I have a passport & would luv to use it more than twice!~Porn Kitty WARNING: Goldschlager causes extreme emotional outbursts! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AggieDave 6 #23 September 12, 2003 If you get a house in Sherman, besure to get it on the West Side of Hwy 75!--"When I die, may I be surrounded by scattered chrome and burning gasoline." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
txblondie 0 #24 September 12, 2003 QuoteIf you get a house in Sherman, besure to get it on the West Side of Hwy 75! Gotcha... ***************************************** Blondes do have more fun! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sunshine 2 #25 September 12, 2003 QuoteWait, what is this thread about? It's early. Why the hell are you awake at this hour? Or maybe you haven't yet gone to bed....hrm... ___________________________________________ meow I get a Mike hug! I get a Mike hug! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
