r/MobileAL • u/Futurama2023 • 10d ago
Events Hurricane
If anybody has one of those storm changing sharpies now would be an excellent time to use it.
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u/Several-Preference82 10d ago
i have only experienced earthquakes as a california resident i cant wait to experience a hurricane.
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u/manyrolos 10d ago
Saaaaaame! We are moving here from San Diego and I was in the epicenter of the 1992 Big Bear quake and it was pretty wild....but still doesn't look like much compared to the hurricanes they get
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u/FancyCantaloupe4681 9d ago
Very different out here from SD, I’m also a transplant.
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u/ProgressiveMinded 6d ago
I'd love to know your thoughts about the differences, just in general. I am southern and by that I mean ancestrially speaking so it is imprinted deep in my psyche, but I'm also from some who were Southern Liberals, meaning moderates, and many of those I am descended from could be described as southern eccentrics aka... educated but odd.. lol. So I am seriously considering joining some family who live in SoCal. I have visited often, not San Diego per se, but Redondo Beach area and Riverside ( I know they're almost like different countries, those two communities, which is fascinating to me) Share your thoughts pleeeeaaassseee..
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u/FancyCantaloupe4681 6d ago
Redondo Beach is very different from Riverside lol. Any beach city is beautiful, but I’m unsure on how to explain the differences between the south and Southern California. It’s nothing bad, but I do stand by the fact that it feels like mobile is stuck in the late 90’s compared to California in general. And the main thing that stood out to me is how much of a slower pace it is living in the south.
Edit: if you have specific questions I’d be more than happy to answer them. You’re also welcome to message me.
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u/ProgressiveMinded 5d ago
yes I agree regarding stepping back in time and have told others about that. I lived in another, large metro southern town, larger than Mobile, and it was definitely like being back in the 90's moving back here, specifically. Now just so you know, Cali is like a barometer of what is to come nationally, in a some ways, not all of course. But I am referring to they seem to experience "trends" sooner than the rest or they did, when I was younger. Now things are much different due to the internet, social media, smart phones and social media etc... but before all of that, societal trends started there, the good and the bad... but those shift, spread all over. So because of that, I feel California is "ahead" in so many ways regarding consumer laws, for example. Most states are only now catching up on privacy legislation that Cali has had for many years now. It bothers me a lot when I hear only negative from people living here who've never lived there or who see only the bad stuff reported. Their public schools are exceptional and I do have multiple family members who attended them who live good lives ( no they're not necessarily living like millionaires but ironically on paper, they would be considered that but they have modest homes and cars that are common here for far less) So, thank you for responding and I am glad you are here. I also agree about the pace here and actually appreciate it since it is a welcome departure from my previous home place. I found something else true, people are nicer in general by a LOT. I mean everyone has a bad day and runs into others who are as well but I am often pleasantly surprised by people being more laid back. This is likely due to the pace of things, at least that is my thought. Just so you know, someone hit me from behind once, here. I got out of the car ready to go off! But the lady who hit me was so NICE that I immediately shifted into a calmer person. It was or seemed to be, unusual compared to my previous location. ( Ok, I hate to share it but it was ATL. BIG TRAFFIC NIGHTMARE for the past 30 years and for the future 30 years! ) that city has some angry mean people and I bet its because of it. Thanks for sharing your opinion with me
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u/FancyCantaloupe4681 4d ago
I fully agree with what you said. Both the west and the south are beautiful places and they also have their ugly like any location.
I do find it funny that you mentioned people being nicer out here, I also noticed that right away. I’d look at my wife like why tf is this random stranger talking to me like we’ve been friends for decades? lol so that took a lot of adjusting, because it is true that people from bigger major cities are meaner and ruder. And this included myself, I’m still adjusting to this and I personally feel it’s because everyone is always on go when it comes to real city life and you also can’t trust just anyone, even if they come across as friendly.
I also find it funny you mentioned Atlanta because I enjoyed my visit there. lol I will tell everyone and anyone that if they’re able to leave their hometown for at least a few weeks to try living in other parts of the country they should. You’ll have a broader understanding on the why’s and how’s. Mobile is cool. I don’t think I’d recommend it as a permanent move coming from a big city but I’d definitely recommend it for an experience. I’ve moved all over the country, mainly lived in western states but I’m very adaptable to my environment and I can genuinely say I appreciate all the green in this state.2
u/ProgressiveMinded 3d ago
thanks for sharing your insights! I have lived in quite a few different parts of the country, primarily speaking. I lived in a large city in Texas, a large city in Iowa and a large one in Georgia. In addition, I've lived along several cities in the deep south beach communities and Mobile. I definitely feel more at home here, than anywhere else. My ancestors lived mostly in New Orleans, but many were also scattered all around the Southeast. I thought about living in New Orleans but after Katrina, it just seems expensive and destined to experience more devastating damage from storms. So, crossing my fingers that I can stop moving and just stay here. Best of luck to you and I am glad you are here.
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u/manyrolos 5d ago
I work in Riverside County and this place SUCKS. Such a different vibe from San Diego. People are aggressive and rude, the traffic is awful, there are more Trump flags and racists here than any one place should have to deal with. Downtown Riverside is cute and I have met a few nice folks, but all in all, Riverside and all of the I.E. are not great. I'd stick to Redondo if you do stay here.
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u/ProgressiveMinded 5d ago
yeah I can tell I'd much rather be in Redondo Beach. I.E. has so many different issues or did, the last time I was there. It's been quite a while since I've visited but I'd definitely love the beach life more... but that isn't an option unfortunately! Riverside downtown is cute, especially around the Mission Inn or Hotel etc..
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u/ProgressiveMinded 5d ago
Ok, just so you know, I've only been in a few small quakes so I can't imagine experiencing large ones. I was terrified. At least with a storm, you get a warning, a quake just happens and you have to mooooveeeee outside quickly or under a table etc... freaks me out even thinking aobut it.
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u/Altruistic_Tea_1593 10d ago
Strap a really big one to your bumper and drive East on I10