eatont9999
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I gave my two-weeks notice today. I am planning on staying here for Thanksgiving to see the family one last time, then I am off. I just hope I am not unemployed for too long. That will be one of the hardest things about this move.
Want to move to Texas
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But there is many dangerous things still allowed in Texas, with limited oversight. Be sure to get to work on supporting sensible laws immediately!
I remember I was in Texas in the late 90s, and saw several on different occasions driving down the road drinking a beer. I thought they were certainly breaking the law.
Then I learned it was perfectly legal, as prior to late 2001 there was no open container law! (They just couldn't be drunk.)
Entire Tech companies have fled California's increasingly hostile business costs, and relocated along with many thousands of California employees to Texas.
They bring with them entire communities and families that desire new common sense legislation on a wide variety of topics.
Keep in mind that just 50 years ago California was not much different, and people from around the nation who headed west went out to California for the great freedoms. People from the East and Northeast flooded into California, bringing most of the ideas now associated with California political beliefs.
As it relates to firearms, it was not much different from Texas up into the 1980s (other than a waiting period when purchasing from an FFL.)
One major thing Texas has going for it is the legislature only meets for a limited number of days every other year unless called into action by the governor, and then they can only address what the governor called them for!
While in places like California and Massachusetts they have just about every day to pass legislation, and they pass constant legislation just to feel like they are doing something.
Interestingly enough Texas is almost a blue state now. With 74 out of 150 of the Texas house of Representatives being Democrats. 1 more and it would be even.
In the 2008 election Obama got 44% of the vote in Texas. Southern Texas is almost entirely blue.
The breakdown by age group shows that in not too many years Texas will be a blue state (54% of 18-29 voted for Obama, while 66% over 65 voted for Mccain with each age bracket in between telling the same progression):
http://www.cnn.com/ELECTION/2008/results/individual/#mapPTX
So Texas is not quite as radically right as popular culture would suggest, and will likely be a blue state in just over a decade or so if current trends continue.
I remember I was in Texas in the late 90s, and saw several on different occasions driving down the road drinking a beer. I thought they were certainly breaking the law.
Then I learned it was perfectly legal, as prior to late 2001 there was no open container law! (They just couldn't be drunk.)
Entire Tech companies have fled California's increasingly hostile business costs, and relocated along with many thousands of California employees to Texas.
They bring with them entire communities and families that desire new common sense legislation on a wide variety of topics.
Keep in mind that just 50 years ago California was not much different, and people from around the nation who headed west went out to California for the great freedoms. People from the East and Northeast flooded into California, bringing most of the ideas now associated with California political beliefs.
As it relates to firearms, it was not much different from Texas up into the 1980s (other than a waiting period when purchasing from an FFL.)
One major thing Texas has going for it is the legislature only meets for a limited number of days every other year unless called into action by the governor, and then they can only address what the governor called them for!
While in places like California and Massachusetts they have just about every day to pass legislation, and they pass constant legislation just to feel like they are doing something.
Interestingly enough Texas is almost a blue state now. With 74 out of 150 of the Texas house of Representatives being Democrats. 1 more and it would be even.
In the 2008 election Obama got 44% of the vote in Texas. Southern Texas is almost entirely blue.
The breakdown by age group shows that in not too many years Texas will be a blue state (54% of 18-29 voted for Obama, while 66% over 65 voted for Mccain with each age bracket in between telling the same progression):
http://www.cnn.com/ELECTION/2008/results/individual/#mapPTX
So Texas is not quite as radically right as popular culture would suggest, and will likely be a blue state in just over a decade or so if current trends continue.
I would think you might be able to find a job with a company in The Woodlands area, then you can live up in Conroe (Montgomery County)...
When I worked for Verizon up in Dallas, the office was located up in Coppell (north of the airport)... Was pretty nice not having to drive downtown...
As for shooting guns on your property, that will vary based on if you are in unincoporated couty or a municipality. Also each county has their own ruling on Local Government Code 235.022 (discharge of firearms on less than 10 acres)...
Harris County it *technically* is legal (I contacted the director of commisioners court records). Montgomery county they ruled against it... I do not know any other counties, you will have to contact the county clerk.
If you own more than 10 acres in the unincorporated county, and you have a good backstop... shoot to your heart's content...
When I worked for Verizon up in Dallas, the office was located up in Coppell (north of the airport)... Was pretty nice not having to drive downtown...
As for shooting guns on your property, that will vary based on if you are in unincoporated couty or a municipality. Also each county has their own ruling on Local Government Code 235.022 (discharge of firearms on less than 10 acres)...
Harris County it *technically* is legal (I contacted the director of commisioners court records). Montgomery county they ruled against it... I do not know any other counties, you will have to contact the county clerk.
If you own more than 10 acres in the unincorporated county, and you have a good backstop... shoot to your heart's content...
eatont9999
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I have learned that "common sense law" is up to opinion. Here in MA, they think it is common sense to lock up your firearms if you are not in arms reach in your own house. Unfortunately the political atmosphere in Texas has changed a lot since I was last there. I think it may have something to do with and influx of immigrants and liberal thinking people/companies.
I know I can't be too picky about where I find employment. I have to keep in mind that I cannot afford to be unemployed for an extended period of time. I have a point of contact in Tyler. He is a job placement specialist for the area. I think I might have a good chance finding a job with him. He may be my first contact when I get to TX. How is the Tyler area? Does anyone here have any experience there?
I know I can't be too picky about where I find employment. I have to keep in mind that I cannot afford to be unemployed for an extended period of time. I have a point of contact in Tyler. He is a job placement specialist for the area. I think I might have a good chance finding a job with him. He may be my first contact when I get to TX. How is the Tyler area? Does anyone here have any experience there?
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Just sent you a PM about work in the San Antonio area if interested.
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eatont9999
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Paul, those pictures remind me of home. I can work with almost anything except spiders. I don't know why, but spiders creep me out. I like the way rattle snakes work; at least they give you notice. When I heard one I could usually tell where it was, how close and how pissed she is.
JoeSlomo,
I am not a Yankee. I am a born and raised Texan just trying to get home. Don't worry.
JoeSlomo,
I am not a Yankee. I am a born and raised Texan just trying to get home. Don't worry.
eatont9999
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Update:
I am leaving the north-east this week. My last day at work was the 21st, so there is no going back now! Almost everything is packed and ready for when I send for it. I have a lot of firearms to move as well as ammunition. I guess I'll see y'all there!
I am leaving the north-east this week. My last day at work was the 21st, so there is no going back now! Almost everything is packed and ready for when I send for it. I have a lot of firearms to move as well as ammunition. I guess I'll see y'all there!
Boba Fett
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Welcome home to Texas!
Actually Austin might work. I know the job market isn't as great as the city would have you believe, but there are jobs there. And if you have property out east of the new toll way you can use it to get into town. There are a ton of state jobs, and the University I'm sure has some job openings from time to time. Couple that with us being silicone valley of TX, and I'm sure you'll be able to find something.
Yes Eaton, welcome back.
If you wind up at the sisters house in Georgetown take a ride north up I-35 first chance you get.
Georgetown, Round Rock and Austin are becoming indistinguishable these days and an early morning commute to downtown is a nightmare.
Once you get around the Belton, Temple, Killeen area you will be able to slow down and take a breath. Lots of big business in the area, Fort Hood, Scott and White, Texas instruments and good colleges abound. If you have the time take Hwy 190 west into and through Killeen and on out through Lampassas to the Colorado river (this is where you want to be).
Land is still available at a reasonable price and gets less expensive the farther west you drive.
Leave your jackets packed because it is already hot as hell.
If you wind up at the sisters house in Georgetown take a ride north up I-35 first chance you get.
Georgetown, Round Rock and Austin are becoming indistinguishable these days and an early morning commute to downtown is a nightmare.
Once you get around the Belton, Temple, Killeen area you will be able to slow down and take a breath. Lots of big business in the area, Fort Hood, Scott and White, Texas instruments and good colleges abound. If you have the time take Hwy 190 west into and through Killeen and on out through Lampassas to the Colorado river (this is where you want to be).
Land is still available at a reasonable price and gets less expensive the farther west you drive.
Leave your jackets packed because it is already hot as hell.
CoRoMo
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I hate the heat as much as you hate the cold. A couple weeks of temps above 80° and I'm ready to see snow again.
I grew up in NY, but moved to Texas in the 70's, returning to NY when my parents needed me towards the end of their lives. I've always missed Texas. The Northeast has spent two generations making an economic mess of itself. Their best and brightest have left. When I lived in Texas I found people to be more optimistic, friendly, and hopeful about what their lives could be. I think you will find the same thing. I wish you the best. After retirement, I may see you there.
eatont9999
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Thanks for the warm welcome, everyone! I agree, the further away from the cities, the better. It is just a matter of finding a job in a rural area in the Tech field.
eatont9999
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When I establish residency and apply for a CHL, do I have to take another safety course or will they dismiss it because I have had a CHL they already honor? It would be a waste to pay another $100 plus licensing fees to take a class I already have.
FirearmsEnthusiast
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I wanna move to Vermont and become a super awesome pistolsmith. That would be a dream come true
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Austin is the only big city I am familiar with, but as said before it is becoming more liberal every day. I live south of Austin in a small town named Cedar Creek. One thing about this area is the recent major population growth. Where there once were open hay fields, now stand rows and rows of cookie cutter houses.
Stay away from the big city's if you can, a 30 mile commute is a small price to pay for peace and quiet in the country.
Love the winters down here, but when the temp starts hovering around 100, I think to myself, wouldn't Alaska be nice right about now.
Stay away from the big city's if you can, a 30 mile commute is a small price to pay for peace and quiet in the country.
Love the winters down here, but when the temp starts hovering around 100, I think to myself, wouldn't Alaska be nice right about now.
If the MA one is valid it may count for its duration.
If not or it is no longer valid (like because you changed address or are no longer a resident) you will need a new one. Which would require the full process required by Texas, no shortcuts because you had one someplace else.
But in Texas you can keep loaded firearms concealed in your vehicle with no license or permit if you wish.
Long guns or hand guns.
So until you get one...
eatont9999
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The MA license will stay unchanged until I find permanent housing or become a resident. After that happens, I will notify MA and proceed to get a out of state license for MA. My question is if I have to take the TX safety course to get a resident permit after I become a TX resident and before I notify MA.
Also, can I purchase a firearm while still being, technically, a MA resident in TX? Do I have to get the TX driver's license to buy or will they sell to anyone?
Also, can I purchase a firearm while still being, technically, a MA resident in TX? Do I have to get the TX driver's license to buy or will they sell to anyone?
joeq
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It has to be nice being back in Texas. Lucky you, we should hit 100 for the first time this year on your first week back.
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I don't live in Texas, but welcome home. I'll drink a beer for you tonight.
Dam. Now I can't reload till tomorrow. Oh well, I'll just have to watch a rerun of the Indy 500.
Dam. Now I can't reload till tomorrow. Oh well, I'll just have to watch a rerun of the Indy 500.
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Welcome to TX!
eatont9999
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Well, I am staying in Round Rock and I have been here about two weeks now. I have driven across the country and seen many beautiful things on the way. I have driven through Dallas, Austin and San Antonio so far. Being unemployed is boring, so I sometimes go for a few hundred mile trip in the car to pass the time. I agree the cities are much more liberal and commute times are insane. If I had it my way, I would work in Temple or Killeen and commute 30 miles out to the country. I have applied for a few jobs in that area, but there is not much available right now. Hopefully I will get a call back soon. I have also thought about the Victoria area. I have not been there yet but I like the proximity to the ocean and it seems like a small city. Anyone know anything about the Victoria area?
Since when did they start playing rap music at the rodeo? 15 years ago, someone would have been shot for doing that! I do notice an eastern influence more than before. I don't like it but at least I won't partake in it. I also don't see many people with boots and a hat anymore. Did that go out of style too? It seems like I would see 3/4 men wearing the getup and now it is 1/10; better odds if you are in the country, but still.
Hopefully unemployment will send me a check soon. I still have to pay rent for this apartment and the extra funds would be nice. The cost of gas and food is about the same if not more than in MA. Liquor is now a luxury item. For example, a 1.75L bottle of Segram's 7 is just under $15 on sale at the NH State Liquor store. The same thing here is $25 plus tax! Every now and again I like to have a drink and relax, but at that price, I am going to have to rethink my relaxing.
Well, that's all the banter I can think of for today.
Since when did they start playing rap music at the rodeo? 15 years ago, someone would have been shot for doing that! I do notice an eastern influence more than before. I don't like it but at least I won't partake in it. I also don't see many people with boots and a hat anymore. Did that go out of style too? It seems like I would see 3/4 men wearing the getup and now it is 1/10; better odds if you are in the country, but still.
Hopefully unemployment will send me a check soon. I still have to pay rent for this apartment and the extra funds would be nice. The cost of gas and food is about the same if not more than in MA. Liquor is now a luxury item. For example, a 1.75L bottle of Segram's 7 is just under $15 on sale at the NH State Liquor store. The same thing here is $25 plus tax! Every now and again I like to have a drink and relax, but at that price, I am going to have to rethink my relaxing.
Well, that's all the banter I can think of for today.
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