Which state would be ideal for me??

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Hi there,

I am currently living in NH, working in MA; however I have a true hatred for snow and winter and I am think of moving. I have never been out of New England and would like some info on which state (or town/city if you really want to narrow it down) may be ideal for me or as close to it as possible... I am looking for a state that is warm, but it may have seasons, just not winter. I do not mind cool weather, just not cold or snow. I would also like a state with things to do, if possible, has out door types of things to do, but that is close to city activities. I don't mind rain, but I dont want it everyday. I wold also like a place that has a reasonable ost of living.

So, any ideas?? Any help would be appreciated. I would go visit every state and deside on my own, but that would be to expensive.:wink2:

Thanks for any advise.

Sweetooth

Have you considered Boulder or Denver CO? The winters are surprisingly mild, & altho the summers can be hot, you don't have to contend w/the humidity. I moved here from Northern New England too & was amazed how mild the winters were. You still get the change of seasons here, but nowhere near as severe & miserable as what I was used to! My sister lives in No. CA & that's a gorgeous area too- a lot like NNE.

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Although the cost of renting is expensive in California, the house prices are plummeting very rapidly due to the foreclosure crisis. In addition, California has legally mandated ratios for RNs who work in acute care hospitals, as well as competitive pay rates. You'll be within driving distance of the desert, beaches, mountains, plains, snow, and forest.

I live in Fort Worth, which is 30 miles west of Dallas, TX. The springs and autumns are pleasant here, the winters are mild with only 1 or 2 days of light snow, and the summers are hot. The cost of living here is wonderful, and the pay rates are competitive for the amount of money it takes to live here. Also, there's no state income tax in Texas.

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Specializes in NICU.

I would suggest AZ too, but here in the valley we definitely do NOT have seasons, like you mentioned you wanted.

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Specializes in Pediatrics (Burn ICU, CVICU).

I second Texas or Arkansas.

Weather is about equal in both states, beautiful springs, hot summers, cool fall, and mild winters with little snow (except down further south in TX where they don't experience much winter) and the cost of living is great.

Texas is much larger and has more attractions, but Arkansas has the greatest outdoors with lots of lakes, rivers, mountains, you name it.

The pay is very comparable in both states.

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Hi there,

I am currently living in NH, working in MA; however I have a true hatred for snow and winter and I am think of moving. I have never been out of New England and would like some info on which state (or town/city if you really want to narrow it down) may be ideal for me or as close to it as possible... I am looking for a state that is warm, but it may have seasons, just not winter. I do not mind cool weather, just not cold or snow. I would also like a state with things to do, if possible, has out door types of things to do, but that is close to city activities. I don't mind rain, but I dont want it everyday. I wold also like a place that has a reasonable ost of living.

So, any ideas?? Any help would be appreciated. I would go visit every state and deside on my own, but that would be to expensive.:wink2:

Thanks for any advise.

Sweetooth

Sweetooth, my youngest daughter is an occupational therapist, who lives and works in Austin, Texas. She has no problem finding jobs there, and it definitely is her shangralah; meaning it's the perfect place for her. She and my grandchildren love it. She even met her new to be on Aug 15th hubby who is a professor of education at the University of Texas located in Austin. I'm looking forward to the wedding. They are definitely a match.
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PS -- in PA we have 4 seasons ... winter, still winter, almost winter, and construction season. :chuckle

We have those same 4 seasons in Ohio, except that the construction season is starting to overlap the 3 winter seasons. If there is a break in the weather, construction is resumed now (sigh).

One caution about moving to a better climate. Everyone else wants to do that too. As a result, the nicer climates tend to be crowded, scarce in jobs, and have a high cost of living.

For those of you who do not like bugs, once in a while someone will post that they want to move to a warm climate that does not have bugs. This is sort of like asking how to lose weight without eating less or exercising more.

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We have those same 4 seasons in Ohio, except that the construction season is starting to overlap the 3 winter seasons. If there is a break in the weather, construction is resumed now (sigh).

One caution about moving to a better climate. Everyone else wants to do that too. As a result, the nicer climates tend to be crowded, scarce in jobs, and have a high cost of living.

For those of you who do not like bugs, once in a while someone will post that they want to move to a warm climate that does not have bugs. This is sort of like asking how to lose weight without eating less or exercising more.

Hahahaha the part about the bugs and exercising made me laugh out loud! :D

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One caution about moving to a better climate. Everyone else wants to do that too. As a result, the nicer climates tend to be crowded, scarce in jobs, and have a high cost of living.

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I am sure this is true in some areas...I just moved from IA to Houston Tx...getting away from the snow!! Yes there are a TON of people here, jobs are plentiful(at least for nurses) and the cost of living seems great!! You should come down and check it out!!

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Anywhere in NC or Nashville, TN. I am originally from MA and my husband is from NH. He is in the military and NC and TN have been my favorite places to live.

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Anywhere in NC or Nashville, TN. I am originally from MA and my husband is from NH. He is in the military and NC and TN have been my favorite places to live.

I second Nashville, TN! I grew up there, great hospitals and climate! Knoxville TN has a lower cost of living and has beautiful mountains nearby, though. Nashville has plenty to do (and you don't have to like country music).

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Specializes in psych, long term care, developmental dis.

I love Kansas and would not move now on a bet. However, My Ideal place for you would be Sedona Arizona. Breath taking views but less then several hours drive to the Grand Canyon and Flagstaff where if you would want to have a snowball fight you can. Can go from desert to forrest to mountians in a matter of minutes.

Lots of great shopping, dining, and cultural experiences to name just a few.

Have fun and let us know what you decide.:nurse:

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Specializes in ED, Pedi Vasc access, Paramedic serving 6 towns.

Thank you all that have replied thus far. Looks like Arizona is a popular place. I am still pondering, but will most likely leave the snow ridden winters of NH for the sun within the next year.

Sweetooth

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