Author Topic: San Antonio? (Read 7626 times)

Greg M · « **on:** February 10, 2016, 03:14:58 pm »

I'm about done with New Mexico. I need a change. I'm considering potential cities to move to. Right now it's Austin and Denver. I'm thinking about San Antonio too, but other than my couple of trips as a kid to the Alamo and riverwalk, I know nothing of the city. Does it have a Houston or Austin vibe? Something between?

Thanks. Would appreciate some insight.

BudGirl · « **Reply #1 on:** February 10, 2016, 04:09:16 pm »

IMO, San Antonio has its own vibe. While you can see parts of Austin here in Houston, SA maintains its own. Everyone I know there is married with kids, so it is quite family oriented. They adore the Spurs and love the Cowboys, but many fans are bandwagon and will flip.

I don't really know much about the culture, but I do know it is a city on the rise. I do like the fact that it has maintained its own uniqueness.

Greg M · « **Reply #2 on:** February 11, 2016, 03:54:57 am »

Middle aged and single here. Hmm. That might scratch that one off the list. Thanks.

BudGirl · « **Reply #3 on:** February 11, 2016, 08:25:19 am »

Please note, I don't go out on the town when I go there, I go visit my parents. I know my sister had a friend that was divorced that got married, I just don't go looking for a man there since I live in Houston.

Fredia · « **Reply #4 on:** February 11, 2016, 09:17:45 am »

i live in austin and it is an explosion of cranes downtown as they race to see who can put up the most codos.

Limey · « **Reply #5 on:** February 11, 2016, 09:47:14 am »

Quote from: Greg M on February 11, 2016, 03:54:57 am

Middle aged and single here. Hmm. That might scratch that one off the list. Thanks.

Just my 2 cents: if you're middle-aged and single, Denver would be my pick of your shortlist. Mrs Limey loved-loved-loved Austin having lived there during and after her college days. She hated moving to Houston and always wanted to go back. On a recent visit back to Austin, though, she was shocked at how trashy it was to go out. Bunch of drunk college kids running around.

Now I'm not saying that there's nothing to Austin but 6th Street; of course that's not true. But it's a small town dominated by a huge college, so that's a big part of what happens there. So, unless you're a huge music buff, go to Denver. I have seen friends of mine turn around their lives completely by moving there and embracing the active lifestyle which...not coincidentally...is a great way to meet people to have sex with.

HudsonHawk · « **Reply #6 on:** February 11, 2016, 11:09:12 am »

I like San Antonio. Never lived there, and I won't, principally because my mother in law does. But I always enjoy the town. Not a huge fan of Denver, and especially not Boulder. I realize that's probably not particularly helpful.

Greg M · « **Reply #7 on:** February 11, 2016, 12:27:36 pm »

Quote from: HudsonHawk on February 11, 2016, 11:09:12 am

I like San Antonio. Never lived there, and I won't, principally because my mother in law does. But I always enjoy the town. Not a huge fan of Denver, and especially not Boulder. I realize that's probably not particularly helpful.

I went to grad school in Boulder and hated everything but my house and a few friends. Denver is way different. Boulder is all upper-middle class white granola folk. I don't run marathons, so I don't fit in.

Greg M · « **Reply #8 on:** February 11, 2016, 12:28:28 pm »

Quote from: Limey on February 11, 2016, 09:47:14 am

Just my 2 cents: if you're middle-aged and single, Denver would be my pick of your shortlist. Mrs Limey loved-loved-loved Austin having lived there during and after her college days. She hated moving to Houston and always wanted to go back. On a recent visit back to Austin, though, she was shocked at how trashy it was to go out. Bunch of drunk college kids running around.

Now I'm not saying that there's nothing to Austin but 6th Street; of course that's not true. But it's a small town dominated by a huge college, so that's a big part of what happens there. So, unless you're a huge music buff, go to Denver. I have seen friends of mine turn around their lives completely by moving there and embracing the active lifestyle which...not coincidentally...is a great way to meet people to have sex with.

Good advice. I've been a career student. Time to separate myself from that environment.

HudsonHawk · « **Reply #9 on:** February 11, 2016, 12:41:02 pm »

Quote from: Greg M on February 11, 2016, 12:27:36 pm

I went to grad school in Boulder and hated everything but my house and a few friends. Denver is way different. Boulder is all upper-middle class white granola folk. I don't run marathons, so I don't fit in.

And if you're not exactly like everyone else, you REALLY don't fit in. It's the most homogenous, can't-think-outside-the-box, Stepford-like town I've ever seen.

BudGirl · « **Reply #10 on:** February 11, 2016, 12:57:08 pm »

I should also add my niece moved to San Antonio and she loves it. She's only 27, so young people do like it too.

Duman · « **Reply #11 on:** February 11, 2016, 02:57:36 pm »

My mid 50's uncle is single and never married. He has settled in San Antonio after many years of living all over the globe as a contractor with the military.

He likes the city. He and his dog do a good bit of hiking and biking. He has lived in DC, St. Louis, Seoul, and Hamberg and SA is where he chose to settle.

Greg M · « **Reply #12 on:** February 11, 2016, 03:09:42 pm »

Quote from: HudsonHawk on February 11, 2016, 12:41:02 pm

And if you're not exactly like everyone else, you REALLY don't fit in. It's the most homogenous, can't-think-outside-the-box, Stepford-like town I've ever seen.

I'm a smoker. Imagine who that fits in Boulder.

Bench · « **Reply #13 on:** February 11, 2016, 04:24:48 pm »

Quote from: BudGirl on February 10, 2016, 04:09:16 pm

I don't really know much about the culture, but I do know it is a city on the rise. I do like the fact that it has maintained its own uniqueness.

Growing up in San Antonio, my parents always told me that San Antonio is one of only four truly culturally unique American cities, along with New Orleans, Boston and San Francisco. Looking back now it seems somewhat dubious, but I always enjoy repeating it.

HudsonHawk · « **Reply #14 on:** February 11, 2016, 04:30:44 pm »

Quote from: Greg M on February 11, 2016, 03:09:42 pm

I'm a smoker. Imagine who that fits in Boulder.

There used to be a cigar bar there. Where you could smoke. Indoors. I'm sure it's gone now though, probably because they needed another store that sold artisanal knit hats.

Ron Brand · « **Reply #15 on:** February 11, 2016, 06:43:27 pm »

Quote from: Limey on February 11, 2016, 09:47:14 am

On a recent visit back to Austin, though, she was shocked at how trashy it was to go out. Bunch of drunk college kids running around.

Now I'm not saying that there's nothing to Austin but 6th Street; of course that's not true. But it's a small town dominated by a huge college, so that's a big part of what happens there.

Small town with almost a million people.

As to #1, sure, Austin has its problems but I haven't run into this one and as some of you might know, I get out a little every now and then. Stay the fuck off of Sixth Street and you're ahead of the game. That was probably the fun place to go when Mrs. Limey was one of those college kids running around, but it's not that anymore. The fun places have moved to Rainey Street or other areas close to downtown and Sixth has become rougher and rawer.

The biggest problem you may face in living in Austin is that it's expensive and becoming even more so, and the transportation infrastructure is behind the times. But hey, Denver is pretty nice too.

Duke · « **Reply #16 on:** February 12, 2016, 07:52:19 am »

I've lived in Austin pretty much my whole life. Stay away from 6th altogether. Agree Rainey St. is fun as well as Fourth St. We live north so we do the Domain bars and Lil Woodrow's more. Real estate has gone through the roof and is going higher.

Don't think I'd do Denver but just spent a week with my brothers in Ft Collins. Went to a bunch of funky little restaurants like Blue agave and Oliver Millers and a pretty cool martini bar in Old Town (I think it was called Elliot's). Spent a couple of days in Steamboat Springs which is only 3 hours away through some of the most picturesque country I've ever seen. It had snowed about 18 inches the day before we got there but was clear and cold.

juliogotay · « **Reply #17 on:** February 12, 2016, 09:53:14 am »

Quote from: Greg M on February 10, 2016, 03:14:58 pm

I'm about done with New Mexico. I need a change. I'm considering potential cities to move to. Right now it's Austin and Denver. I'm thinking about San Antonio too, but other than my couple of trips as a kid to the Alamo and riverwalk, I know nothing of the city. Does it have a Houston or Austin vibe? Something between?

Thanks. Would appreciate some insight.

Where in NM, Greg?

juliogotay · « **Reply #18 on:** February 12, 2016, 09:54:54 am »

Quote from: Duke on February 12, 2016, 07:52:19 am

I've lived in Austin pretty much my whole life. Stay away from 6th altogether. Agree Rainey St. is fun as well as Fourth St. We live north so we do the Domain bars and Lil Woodrow's more. Real estate has gone through the roof and is going higher.

Don't think I'd do Denver but just spent a week with my brothers in Ft Collins. Went to a bunch of funky little restaurants like Blue agave and Oliver Millers and a pretty cool martini bar in Old Town (I think it was called Elliot's). Spent a couple of days in Steamboat Springs which is only 3 hours away through some of the most picturesque country I've ever seen. It had snowed about 18 inches the day before we got there but was clear and cold.

I passed through Ft Collins in September on our way back from Wyoming. I really liked what I saw but I didn't see much. Very clean, neat and well-kept.

HudsonHawk · « **Reply #19 on:** February 12, 2016, 11:18:50 am »

I ~~did~~...err..."dated" a girl from Ft. Collins once (or twice). It's a pretty cool place. Not a lot in terms of jobs there though, at least not at the time.

Fredia · « **Reply #20 on:** February 12, 2016, 12:27:26 pm »

we are heading to denver in july for our annual summer family trip. any suggestions? grand canyon was amazing last year

Duke · « **Reply #21 on:** February 12, 2016, 12:37:40 pm »

Quote from: HudsonHawk on February 12, 2016, 11:18:50 am

I ~~did~~...err..."dated" a girl from Ft. Collins once (or twice). It's a pretty cool place. Not a lot in terms of jobs there though, at least not at the time.

Still isn't a lot unless you are a Vet at CSU. I think HP has (or had) an R&D facility there.

Greg M · « **Reply #22 on:** February 12, 2016, 01:06:09 pm »

Quote from: juliogotay on February 12, 2016, 09:53:14 am

Where in NM, Greg?

Santa Fe mostly. But I spent years in Albuquerque and some time in taos. Currently driving from Houston to Santa Fe via Lubbock.

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juliogotay · « **Reply #23 on:** February 12, 2016, 02:11:21 pm »

Quote from: Fredia on February 12, 2016, 12:27:26 pm

we are heading to denver in july for our annual summer family trip. any suggestions? grand canyon was amazing last year

It's out of the way but SW Colorado is beautiful. The train from Durango to Silverton. Ouray. Telluride.

Greg M · « **Reply #24 on:** February 12, 2016, 02:48:49 pm »

Quote from: juliogotay on February 12, 2016, 02:11:21 pm

It's out of the way but SW Colorado is beautiful. The train from Durango to Silverton. Ouray. Telluride.

It is. But I want a moderate city now with outdoor access and a strong enough economy to employ me.

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Greg M · « **Reply #25 on:** February 12, 2016, 02:49:22 pm »

And sun in the winter is a must

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austro · « **Reply #26 on:** February 12, 2016, 07:21:29 pm »

Quote from: Greg M on February 12, 2016, 01:06:09 pm

Santa Fe mostly. But I spent years in Albuquerque and some time in taos. Currently driving from Houston to Santa Fe via Lubbock.

Mmmmm, I can smell that giant stockyard out northwest of Lubbock now.

Nate in IA · « **Reply #27 on:** February 13, 2016, 08:31:53 pm »

I can recommend my old haunt, Colorado Springs. Heavily dependent on the military but there's a fair amount of other tech too. And of course, a large tourism industry. Over 300 days of sunshine a year and enough outdoor activities to keep anyone busy. The flanks of Pikes Peak are a great playground.

Greg M · « **Reply #28 on:** February 13, 2016, 08:52:34 pm »

Quote from: Nate in IA on February 13, 2016, 08:31:53 pm

I can recommend my old haunt, Colorado Springs. Heavily dependent on the military but there's a fair amount of other tech too. And of course, a large tourism industry. Over 300 days of sunshine a year and enough outdoor activities to keep anyone busy. The flanks of Pikes Peak are a great playground.

I've been an independent my entire life. Today, I registered as a Democrat. Republican party is nuts. Springs is way too right wing for me. Beautiful city though.

chuck · « **Reply #29 on:** February 13, 2016, 10:39:08 pm »

Quote from: Greg M on February 13, 2016, 08:52:34 pm

I've been an independent my entire life. Today, I registered as a Democrat. Republican party is nuts. Springs is way too right wing for me. Beautiful city though.

We've been waiting you, dude. Welcome!

Anyone else wants to scale the walls of the madhouse, just let us know. Send a letter addressed to Planet Earth.

Jacksonian · « **Reply #30 on:** February 13, 2016, 10:52:43 pm »

Quote from: Greg M on February 13, 2016, 08:52:34 pm

I've been an independent my entire life. Today, I registered as a Democrat. Republican party is nuts. Springs is way too right wing for me. Beautiful city though.

The insanity is equal on both sides. The republicans just aren't as good at hiding it.

chuck · « **Reply #31 on:** February 13, 2016, 11:07:49 pm »

Quote from: Jacksonian on February 13, 2016, 10:52:43 pm

The insanity is equal on both sides. The republicans just aren't as good at hiding it.

Right. Lots of Democrats think the earth is 3000 years old.

This both sides are the same bullshit is tired and lazy and fucking stupid.

Not that the Democratic establishment is chock full of world beating intellectuals. But if a self-selecting group of people is consistently more fucked up and stupid than the Democrats, well, I'm not sure where you go from there.

Jacksonian · « **Reply #32 on:** February 14, 2016, 12:34:29 am »

Quote from: chuck on February 13, 2016, 11:07:49 pm

Right. Lots of Democrats think the earth is 3000 years old.

This both sides are the same bullshit is tired and lazy and fucking stupid.

Not that the Democratic establishment is chock full of world beating intellectuals. But if a self-selecting group of people is consistently more fucked up and stupid than the Democrats, well, I'm not sure where you go from there.

Your political bloodlust is pathological. Get help.

Col. Sphinx Drummond · « **Reply #33 on:** February 14, 2016, 06:04:32 am »

My political bloodlust is pathological. I pretty much hate all politicians, some more than others. I seem to always vote for whom I hate the least.

Greg M · « **Reply #34 on:** February 14, 2016, 07:24:33 am »

Quote from: Sphinx Drummond on February 14, 2016, 06:04:32 am

My political bloodlust is pathological. I pretty much hate all politicians, some more than others. I seem to always vote for whom I hate the least.

Same. Especially true this election.

Fredia · « **Reply #35 on:** February 14, 2016, 09:18:52 am »

they should rename the presidential debates Thats Entertainment

NeilT · « **Reply #36 on:** February 14, 2016, 09:54:56 am »

Fort Worth.

Ron Brand · « **Reply #37 on:** February 14, 2016, 11:16:43 am »

Bernie.

Oh, wait. Boerne.

Mr. Happy · « **Reply #38 on:** February 14, 2016, 03:34:12 pm »

Quote from: chuck on February 13, 2016, 11:07:49 pm

Right. Lots of Democrats think the earth is 3000 years old.

This both sides are the same bullshit is tired and lazy and fucking stupid.

Not that the Democratic establishment is chock full of world beating intellectuals. But if a self-selecting group of people is consistently more fucked up and stupid than the Democrats, well, I'm not sure where you go from there.

I might point out that all of the so-called free things that the Democrat candidates are promising have to be paid for by someone. All I know is that I'm paying too much and watching too many people take in government benefits who are too fucking lazy to work.

BudGirl · « **Reply #39 on:** February 14, 2016, 03:49:19 pm »

Quote from: Mr. Happy on February 14, 2016, 03:34:12 pm

I might point out that all of the so-called free things that the Democrat candidates are promising have to be paid for by someone. All I know is that I'm paying too much and watching too many people take in government benefits who are too fucking lazy to work.

Something I learned in high school was there is no such thing as a free lunch. So, you can pay for education and other social programs or bail out big business. Regardless, there are a lot of people that are tired of the rhetoric of both of those. If any of us performed our jobs as incompetently as the politicians out there right now, we'd all be fired. At least we should be.

Astroholic · « **Reply #40 on:** February 17, 2016, 12:55:47 pm »

I moved my family from League City to Spring Branch (the one 30 miles north of SA) about 3 years ago. I have been trying to get the wife to move to the hill country for years. The family loves it here. As far as tech jobs go, the SA market is behind Houston and Austin, but there are some good options and growing. As far as being single, I have not been in that scene for quite some time so sorry can't help you there.

Dark Star · « **Reply #41 on:** February 18, 2016, 09:08:05 am »

Two words: Beau mont.

Garden Spot of the Upper Texas Gulf Coast.

Fredia · « **Reply #42 on:** February 18, 2016, 11:22:45 am »

and i thought i needed help