"I dislike how hideous this city is with all the concrete everywhere". So you're going to move to NYC of all places? You've obviously NEVER been to NYC, because outside of Central Park the city is practically completely concrete. I lived in Manhattan for four years.
I have. I know it's hideous there in many places. Bushwick looks like a third world country. I have lots of friends and family there. Overall I think it's a better place to be than Houston. At least for me.
You don't have to like Houston..... that's completely your right. But LOL at moving out of Houston because of urban sprawl, traffic, weather, and concrete. ......and going to NEW YORK of all places.
I never said NYC was "hideous". It's a fantastic city!!! You said Houston was "hideous because of all the concrete everywhere" when that's practically all NYC is.
Please don't post a thread when a stupid thought pops into your mind. Again? Houston is a great city right now.
It's kind of humorous reading threads like this, because I read it on pretty much every big city forum. LA, Chicago, New York, etc. all have reasons why people can't wait to leave and "that other place" is better. What it really is, I think is that people change as they get older or as their life situations change and so what they want out of life changes. In other cases, I think it's just a human thing to become bored with whatever you've become accustomed to. I can't stand big cities anymore and would rather live on a couple of acres of land in the open country where I can take long drives with little traffic. Instead, I'm in suburban hell in Dallas where there is nothing but a concrete jungle. The only reason I stay is for my job. I've even gotten to the point where I don't think that's worth staying. Move to New York, LA, Chicago, etc? Hell no. Done with big cities.... at least I think so. Give me something like open country in Colorado, Arkansas, Tennessee, etc. I'd much prefer that. If you had asked me if I would've liked living in places like that when I was in my 20's I would've laughed. Back then I wanted to live in a high-rise in the middle of any city. lol. Just sayin'... perspectives change.
It's hideous but maybe hideous was the wrong word for me to use. I think soulless would be better. Houston doesn't really have a sense of identity/vibe compared to other cities. It's just cheap and has jobs.
I think Houston will always be a great city. But I think the multinational corporations will think twice about setting up base over here. I certainly wouldn't unless there was a strategic reason to be close to Latin America. That being said, I moved out of the city almost 9 years ago and don't really miss it, but I do enjoy visits back home to see all the new development.
Don't want to criticize the OP b/c he says he is headed to Houston to help with recovery. That's amazing, and he has a long way to travel. All that said, I do have to wonder if this is premature when the city and its citizens (and clutch posters) may be hurting pretty badly, with water still yet to crest in places. I understand the motivation of the thread, but I think Houston will come back strong. What I don't yet see is how to prevent a repeat of bad flooding though, even if not this bad; that will be the big key. Best wishes all.
The best part about Houston is the people. Secondary to that is the ease of living due to the low cost. You get plenty of big city amenities (good selection of restaurants, good entertainment options, and pro sports franchises) and don't have to pay a big city price for them. The reason it's so cheap is that the weather is not very good, it's really spread out, and the city as a whole is very generic. There is nothing differentiating Houston from a lifestyle standpoint. Other places just offer more from a lifestyle standpoint.
Nah... too much population and too centered around tech. I'm done with all that. If I wanted something like that, I could just move to Austin, or something. Well, minus the great scenery, maybe. Nope... I'd rather have seasons, a view, a population around 10k-100k and not be living on property I can high-five my neighbor everytime I turn, and not be stacked on top of each other because 0.1 acre costs $500,000 - $1,000,000. I don't mind spending the money, but not so I can live like a sardine in a can. Not to mention, I know as soon as I move up there Mt. Rainier would blow up, take half the country with it, and ruin my damn day.
So you're going to move to NYC? To get away from then concerte jungle? To get away from transportation issues? Wut. Also, it's amusing when people complain about a lack of winter. Ask people in places where they have to deal with shitty winter storms how they feel about winter. You sound like you have no idea what you would be getting yourself into.
As someone who lives in the DFW area as well, you are more likely burned out of the disingenuous nature of the DFW area than of all cities. It's hilarious when people say Dallas is a better city. Dallas's central area is so small compared to Houston that the potential is nearly maxed out already. And then around it, you have hideous, massive suburbs like Arlington. Houston has plenty of room to grow in its downtown areas, and I expect big things to come.
Maybe you're the one that doesn't have a "sense of identity"' and are trying to find it in a city of all places instead of within? I wish you well in NYC and hope you find what you're looking for.
Can't believe some of the responses in this thread. Our freeways would only benefit from you people leaving. Bye Felicia
