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@biznachio I envy you, and hope it goes well. Enjoy the desert.
Thanks for the well wishes. Any particular reason for the envy? I'd love to hear your thoughts and perspectives.
@biznachio I don't know how much I have that's useful. I went to college and lived in Las Cruces for about 6 years, and just developed a love for the desert, the history and culture and the food. I live in Colorado Springs now, which is so bland it could be on an ulcer diet. Starbucks and Walmart on every corner, and Yogurt has more culture.
Just take it all in, and see what you like. If I can ask, why are you moving there?
Work and lower cost of living are the two more attractive factors. I'm wrapping up a 20 year career in the military and looking for a quiet area that has access to decent jobs
It's funny you mention the prevalence of big box stores and franchises. The smaller town feel is appealing. Getting to know people and do things with the fellow community appeals to me. The East Mountains seems to always have some fair, festival, or event going on.
At present I'm living in Vegas, and I prefer the desert climate, similar to yourself. Vegas is cool and all, but it's insanely expensive and way too crowded.
@biznachio Funny, I was stationed at Nellis for 6 months before I cross trained. Congratulations on your impending retirement. Going on 8 years since mine.
Hope you enjoy the area.