2010 Archives RePost: Jack Shaking Like a Frenchman in a Thunderstorm

When asked "If that's the way you feel about it, why do you continue to put off moving South (to Silver City)?" We all know that decisions about moving can strike fear in the heart of the very brave. "Decisions have to be made Jack. Don't sweat it dude," a rogue SD realtor Agent replied. Jack was overheard recently at a meeting of the First Heathen Church (non denominational) of Cold Hill South Dakota: "It was Elvis that died, so why am I in Hell?" He told the congregation, "I'd rather bait an alligator with my manhood or sleep in a bunk bed under Oprah than face staying here another year or have to face another Northern winter. It's just too damn cold for anything approaching Real Living.* So after visiting the Land of Enchantment, the decision was clear. Move to Silver City New Mexico. 4 Gentle seasons combined with a natural beauty not found in many places North, West or East. "That's the ticket", he said. Don't forget the Hot Springs soaks (see image to left), the Sweat Lodges, Native American "meetings", the Arts, Music, Food, Recreation, and Rock Hounding opportunities..... The diversity of this area is extreme. Everyone can find a place of comfort here, and all are welcomed. Old rockers and rollers, we of the baby boom generation particularly, seem to do fine here, and find many who also share similar likes and loves. Straights and stiffs get along here together as well as do those of different political and spiritual backgrounds. Melting Pot Green Chile Stew.. mmmmm good The perfect retirement location? Is anyplace perfect? Ok so perfect may be a stretch. But I can give this area a near perfect rating based upon it's numerous opportunities for living well and living healthy, - and what's perfect for me will not be the same for everyone.. If that's the way you feel about where you are hanging your hat, please contact this Baby Boomer, Realtor, Rocker and Roller. Let me show you the workings of "our well kept secret" here... Come visit New Mexico. Be forewarned, you may never want to leave........ (*RL is coming to New Mexico soon)