How Much, if at All, Would I Fit into Your Country/State?

[Debater Slayer]

There are RFers from various countries and states, so I'm curious what the answers to this question will be.

I realize that such things can only ever be guessed to a limited extent from online interactions, but based on my posts, conversations, things I have shared, etc., here, how much, if at all, do you think I would fit into your country or state if I moved there tomorrow? Would you see me having difficulty integrating, for example, or would I do so quickly? Or something else?

(I included "state" in the question to account for the vast differences between some states in the US.)

 

[JustGeorge]

There are RFers from various countries and states, so I'm curious what the answers to this question will be.

I realize that such things can only ever be guessed to a limited extent from online interactions, but based on my posts, conversations, things I have shared, etc., here, how much, if at all, do you think I would fit into your country or state if I moved there tomorrow? Would you see me having difficulty integrating, for example, or would I do so quickly? Or something else?

(I included "state" in the question to account for the vast differences between some states in the US.)

I'm going to answer this from the perspective of my city. I live in a state where the culture varies a lot between the urban and rural areas, and even as far as urban places go, my city is like me. Its weird.

You would do well. There would be ample places for you to socialize and congregate in. Your intelligence and patience would shine through, and I think you'd find yourself well respected in most circles.

Winter might kick your butt, though. I don't imagine you're used to the bitter cold we get here. Also, if you don't drive, getting a license would almost be required for you to have an easy life. Our public transit is terrible(non existent past 5pm), and taxi/Uber is expensive and would drain a person if they used it daily(especially multiple times a day). This city is not pedestrian or bike friendly, for the most part.

 

[Revoltingest]

You'd wonder why you didn't move here sooner.
Liberty & prosperity abound.
Our weather is great....no extreme heat, cold, rain, or snow.
It's green, with many lakes, rivers, & creeks.
Food variety is exceptional.
No killer bees, fire ants, murder hornets, or deadly snakes.
(The Mississauga rattler is rare, tiny, & easily frightened.)
And we have engine shows superior to anything on your continent.

The only problem might be discomfort having to admit that such
rampant capitalism, & freedom to say even hateful things could
turn out so well.

 

[Debater Slayer]

You'd wonder why you didn't move here sooner.
Liberty & prosperity abound.
Our weather is great....no extreme heat, cold, rain, or snow.
It's green, with many lakes, rivers, & creeks.
Food variety is exceptional.
And we have engine shows superior to anything on your continent.

I have no doubt that there are many great places in the world, but I don't think I'd integrate equally well into all of them, which was part of the reason for the thread question.

I know Michigan is a pretty diverse place, though. I believe I'd like it too.

 

[Revoltingest]

I have no doubt that there are many great places in the world, but I don't think I'd integrate equally well into all of them, which was part of the reason for the thread question.

I know Michigan is a pretty diverse place, though. I believe I'd like it too.

And since you speak English, you should know that
it too is common here...it's not all Arabic & Chinese.

 

[JustGeorge]

I have no doubt that there are many great places in the world, but I don't think I'd integrate equally well into all of them, which was part of the reason for the thread question.

I know Michigan is a pretty diverse place, though. I believe I'd like it too.

I'd rather be in Michigan, myself.

 

[Revoltingest]

I'd rather be in Michigan, myself.

I've been thru Iowa.
It's a great state to go thru.

 

[JustGeorge]

I've been thru Iowa.
It's a great state to go thru.

Its a great state to leave.

 

[Debater Slayer]

I'm going to answer this from the perspective of my city. I live in a state where the culture varies a lot between the urban and rural areas, and even as far as urban places go, my city is like me. Its weird.

It's the same here! In some cities here, especially rural ones, I wouldn't be able to go out with female friends one on one, but it's normalized in my city. That's just one example among many.

You would do well. There would be ample places for you to socialize and congregate in. Your intelligence and patience would shine through, and I think you'd find yourself well respected in most circles.

That's good to hear! What kinds of places would those be?

Winter might kick your butt, though. I don't imagine you're used to the bitter cold we get here. Also, if you don't drive, getting a license would almost be required for you to have an easy life. Our public transit is terrible(non existent past 5pm), and taxi/Uber is expensive and would drain a person if they used it daily(especially multiple times a day). This city is not pedestrian or bike friendly, for the most part.

I can totally believe that. I'm sensitive to colder weather but can handle fairly extreme heat.

If I decide to move to Iowa, I'll try to obtain my license here first!

 

[ADigitalArtist]

Oregon is a pretty varied state, with the culture in the capitol being very different from its cities or from its wine country, coasts and deep rural areas. It does have its tech industry, Intel is here and being sandwiched between Washington and California helps. It's climate is all over the map with wetlands, desert, deciduous forests and coasts. And the people are just as varied. It's got a huge nerd community with lots of gaming and comics and tabetop, but it also has a lot of sports and outdoor hobby enthusiasts. It is generally left leaning in the cities but the sort of lukewarm leftist you see on the west coast which is more centrist liberal 'I'm left so long as I'm comfortable.' It gets very red in some parts of the country. I mean, there's still sundown towns.

It is getting expensive to live here but it's getting expensive to live most places in the US, and a close to majority of young people are deciding not to have kids because it's so expensive, with such a pro corporate exploitation culture in the elite. Expect to pay around 1.6 to 2k for a two bedroom apartment in the suburbs.

Ultimately, not perfect because nowhere is, but beautiful and pretty easy to fit in, by not having a lot of pressure to conform, especially in the cities. But we are in a secret/silent depression like the entire country is.

 

[JustGeorge]

It's the same here! In some cities here, especially rural ones, I wouldn't be able to go out with female friends one on one, but it's normalized in my city. That's just one example among many.



That's good to hear! What kinds of places would those be?

I'd actually recommend the neighboring city for you along with this one. While there's plenty of different bars/restaurants, along with a few small museums, the neighboring city has more money and often has more to offer, culturally. They have a university and a theatre, and get a lot of shows and other things running through.

In the summer, this city does People in the Park on Fridays, which they offer free live music and encourage people to 'party it up'. Some like it, some don't. (Its easily avoided if one doesn't.)

I can totally believe that. I'm sensitive to colder weather but can handle fairly extreme heat.

We get that, too.

I recommend you don't leave your house during February.

If I decide to move to Iowa, I'll try to obtain my license here first!

Anywhere in the Midwest for sure, and perhaps much of the rest of the country, it would be immensely helpful. Some places will not hire you if you don't have a license(even if driving is not involved for the job).

Unless you're going to a large metro area(Chicago/NY/etc), I'd recommend it all around.

 

[Eddi]

There are RFers from various countries and states, so I'm curious what the answers to this question will be.

I realize that such things can only ever be guessed to a limited extent from online interactions, but based on my posts, conversations, things I have shared, etc., here, how much, if at all, do you think I would fit into your country or state if I moved there tomorrow? Would you see me having difficulty integrating, for example, or would I do so quickly? Or something else?

(I included "state" in the question to account for the vast differences between some states in the US.)

Your English is way too good for to fit into England

 

[Revoltingest]

Its a great state to leave.

Hey!
I've done that!

 

[Quagmire]

Screw fitting in, DS. What we need to do is get everybody in RF to pool our resources and buy some land somewhere.

 

[JustGeorge]

Hey!
I've done that!

Me too! We have so much in common!

Now I just have to work on not returning.

Screw fitting in, DS. What we need to do is get everybody in RF to pool our resources and buy some land somewhere.

An RF commune!?!?

My head might explode.

 

[Revoltingest]

Now I just have to work on not returning.

I've got that down pat.

 

[JustGeorge]

I've got that down pat.

How'd you master it?

 

[ChristineM]

There are RFers from various countries and states, so I'm curious what the answers to this question will be.

I realize that such things can only ever be guessed to a limited extent from online interactions, but based on my posts, conversations, things I have shared, etc., here, how much, if at all, do you think I would fit into your country or state if I moved there tomorrow? Would you see me having difficulty integrating, for example, or would I do so quickly? Or something else?

(I included "state" in the question to account for the vast differences between some states in the US.)

If they'll have me in France they'll have anyone.

You'd probably pick up the language enough to get by before you even came here. That really helps integration

Most areas are ok with immigrants who fit in well. Our small village has people from all countries of Britain, North and South African, Canadian, American, Australian, Iranian... Though some still have a hard time burying their colonial past.

Weather gets chilly in mid winter (a little +/- 0c). It can get pretty toasty in summer (southern france +40c).

Unemployment is currently rising, from 7.2% to 7.4% last quarter.

Healthcare is rated highly but you have to buy top-up insurance to pay for what the government doesn't.

Housing is pretty cheap.

 

[Debater Slayer]

If they'll have me in France they'll have anyone.

You'd probably pick up the language enough to get by before you even came here. That really helps integration

I'd hope so! French seems slightly harder than Spanish but easier than German. The fast pace of speech is the main thing I struggle with.

Most areas are ok with immigrants who fit in well. Our small village has people from all countries of Britain, North and South African, Canadian, American, Australian, Iranian... Though some still have a hard time burying their colonial past.

(Highlighting mine.)

How so?

Weather gets chilly in mid winter (a little +/- 0c). It can get pretty toasty in summer (southern france +40c).

Both ends would be tolerable enough for me!

Unemployment is currently rising, from 7.2% to 7.4% last quarter.

That's big. I didn't know it was that high.

Healthcare is rated highly but you have to buy top-up insurance to pay for what the government doesn't.

Is it expensive relative to the average salary?

Housing is pretty cheap.

Great! That's a huge plus compared to many other developed countries.

 

[Revoltingest]

How'd you master it?

When approaching Iowa, turn left or right.