NM Cities

Well, my wife and myself have been thinking about getting out of jerz and moving somewhere. One of the destinations we have been thinking about is NM, I liked it when I stopped by years back, even though I was told to leave the state by some state police or something, or was that AZ, shrug.

Anyways, was wondering what cities would good possibilities? We're used to a NYC type of feel to our cities, I know a NM city is a lot different than a NY or NJ city, but I mean where you see every color of person walking around you, art, culture, clubs, etc. My wife is an artist also, so was wondering what cities have major art galleries in them (not just SW art) Also are there any communities with Rasta living in the area, would hate to have to go Harlem every time I need a new hat or headwrap..

any lil piece of info appreciated :D

I would say Albuquerque. The price of living here isnt too expensive, Downtown has pretty much everything you are looking for and the mountains are very close and extremely beautiful.

HI From NM
Im glad to here you want 2 move here. But its hard to make a living here,Stay in the larger citys--ABQ OR las Cruces Even then its hard to make Good $$$$ NM is a good place to live Good luck.

Yeah,definitely good luck.

I think you both will enjoy Taos. It is named after the Taos Pueblo people who live nearby. It started out as an artist colony and has a unique cultural mix. Plus the vistas are amazing.

There are more artists, per capita, in Taos than any other city in the world. It is NOT anything like NYC. There are more artists, per capita, in Santa Fe than in Paris. It is NOT anything like NYC.

Both Santa Fe and Taos are the most diverse and open minded place that you will ever experience. But they are unique in many ways. There is not any sophistication here, and you are not going to see multi racial culture outside of Santa Fe really. This is NOT a racially integrated society at all.

A hell of a lot of people move here because it is extremely beautiful and the landscape goes from one extreme to the other. It is absolutely beautiful...and terrible...and a lot of other adjectives. Lots of outdoor activity 365 days a year.

Most people that move here are apalled at certain things they see. Quite a few people hate it. Those that dont hate it love it. I would suggest an extended visit before you commit. New Mexico is truly the third world. I say that with the utmost respect for her but it is true. Colorado is a LOT more upscale, and Arizona would be more suited to the "New York" type personality.

I have a new neighbor that just moved down the road from me a few months ago from New York and I have never heard such bitching. Just as I could not stand living in a city, she can't stand living here. She has always had this idea of what a "Native American" was...she is into Native spirituality. Now she is surounded by rez. She has had this idea of "hispanic culture" and she is having a hard time coming to grips with that one too. The extreme poverty and the reality of what life is here is shocking to those from elsewhere.

It is not for the timid or close-minded.

Most people that move here are trying to get away from the hectic lifestyles of the east or west coasts. Santa Fe is one of the most open minded,non judgmental cities in the US. I'm admittedly not that much into art but not by choice. I used to be interested but my condition leaves little room for that now. I live in Las Cruces and I can tell you that original Dali,Monet and Van Gough have passed through here on tour. I would NOT recommend an NYC'er moving here however. People do things that they would be shot for without a second thought in Jersey,NYC. You'd be in shock!! So Santa Fe for art of all types and I presume Taos as well would be your best shot. Is Georgia O'Keefe all "southwest" to you? There is a museum dedicated solely to here in Santa Fe. You simply aren't going to find the total package you described here in one place. The population of Santa Fe just about doubles in the summer time so you are likely to see people of all cultures and color then. This truly is the Land Of Enchantment and if you live here long enough it becomes the "Land Of Entrapment". New Mexico speaks to your soul,you feel it. I agree and recommend an extended stay. I warn you though...if you happen to come across some fungi and consume it here you are one. One with the earth,here you will feel the mother that is our earth warmly embracing you. You will have such an appreciation for life and want to see it all here and our neighbors to the north are just as in tune. A bit brash you might think at first but salt of the earth people. I've had many opportunities to leave and have for awhile but always came back,my soul forever will remain here until I die. When I get my legal right to use Cannabis I will be able to enjoy it as I once did.

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Originally Posted by bedrockbob

There are more artists, per capita, in Taos than any other city in the world. It is NOT anything like NYC. There are more artists, per capita, in Santa Fe than in Paris. It is NOT anything like NYC.

Both Santa Fe and Taos are the most diverse and open minded place that you will ever experience. But they are unique in many ways. There is not any sophistication here, and you are not going to see multi racial culture outside of Santa Fe really. This is NOT a racially integrated society at all.

A hell of a lot of people move here because it is extremely beautiful and the landscape goes from one extreme to the other. It is absolutely beautiful...and terrible...and a lot of other adjectives. Lots of outdoor activity 365 days a year.

Most people that move here are apalled at certain things they see. Quite a few people hate it. Those that dont hate it love it. I would suggest an extended visit before you commit. New Mexico is truly the third world. I say that with the utmost respect for her but it is true. Colorado is a LOT more upscale, and Arizona would be more suited to the "New York" type personality.

I have a new neighbor that just moved down the road from me a few months ago from New York and I have never heard such bitching. Just as I could not stand living in a city, she can't stand living here. She has always had this idea of what a "Native American" was...she is into Native spirituality. Now she is surounded by rez. She has had this idea of "hispanic culture" and she is having a hard time coming to grips with that one too. The extreme poverty and the reality of what life is here is shocking to those from elsewhere.

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Has she even been to Espanola or Pojaque yet?

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Has she even been to Espanola or Pojaque yet?

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Hell no. She cant get to the road because her Jeep Liberty that she is VERY proud of is stuck dipstick deep in a big puddle that freezes solid every night. She is on five acres of sabino and pinon but she doesnt know how to use a chainsaw, cant swing an axe, is afraid to use a hatchet so split kindling, and it is 12-18 degrees each night. She aint good looking so I am not cutting wood for her and nobody else lives out here.

I beleive she is living on the table scraps I am feeding to her dogs. She moved in right after elk season and I offered her dinner when we first met. She lectured me on the killing of animals. She used the word "cruel" and such. I offered her a few bags of green chile and some Estacia beans and she almost turned up her nose.

There is a lesbian playwright/author that lives a mile down the road that takes her into town once a week to get some bean sprouts or some damn thing. She huddles in a sleeping bag and shes looking pretty skinny. I figure she probably eats more pussy than bean sprouts.

Then there is the propane fiasco, and I am not going into that story. If NYC Woman can learn to make fire she will survive until spring thaw. I am sure she thinks she is on "Survivor". By runoff she will wear a beard of bees for sure.