Honestly didnt think this would happen... - Page 2

Junebug · 04-13-2007, 08:02 PM

Yeah... I did think about waiting. But here is my opinion.

I dont really have a stable situation here. I have a temp job just to make money. And honestly, I dont really want to stay in Des Moines.

It's not so much that I am chasing it so much, just I dont really have anything here, no mortgage, no kids... I really have nothing here. My family is not here, actually my Grandma is on the east coast so I would be closer to her.

When I am actually grounded and find a stable situation for myself, then I will stay put. But for right now, why not??

Wouldn't you all want to leave IA if you could

Amanda · 04-13-2007, 08:29 PM

Congrats on the great news!

Chi829 · 04-13-2007, 08:42 PM

Amanda- Im loving the pic of you as a little girl. It's way too cute! You were probably always the custest girl in all your classes huh?

Kristie · 04-13-2007, 10:27 PM

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Wouldn't you all want to leave IA if you could

I suppose so!! I heard the governor is still trying to subsidize people to live in IA?!

Junebug · 04-14-2007, 02:17 AM

Actually there is a big push to get people (expecially college kids) to stay in IA. In fact, they make it incredibly hard to become a resident to receive lower tuition.

Unfortunatly, there is not a whole lot here unless you are a farmer and want to live in a small town. Not saying thats a bad thing, but after almost 6 years I dont know the first thing about farming

Amanda · 04-14-2007, 04:56 PM

My bro-in law and a good friend went to U of I and they are REALLY into Iowa. I could never figure out why...

And Jo, thanks for the comment on my avatar. I found the pic (and some other more embarrassing ones) at my parents' house. To answer your quest, I was cute until age 10 then I got all weird looking after that!

Brenda · 04-14-2007, 09:14 PM

Congratulations!

Tallgrl98 · 04-19-2007, 04:20 PM

That is awesome - congratulations!!

christykay · 04-20-2007, 07:12 AM

A little late to post but,
CONGRATULATIONS!

flyershoe · 04-20-2007, 01:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Junebug

So ladies... the time has come. Seems like just yesterday me and FH were talking about him joining the commercial land. And now the day has finally come.

He got a job!! Right out of flight school... I couldnt believe it

Granted, its not for any huge airline or anything, but it's a start. Its for Colgan airways, I think they do US airways express or something (I get them all mixed up, I'm still new to the whole world). It is little 15-40 seater planes. At least it will be a paycheck. I'm just speechless right now. I am so proud of him. We sort of decided that I would move where ever he got a job. I am pretty rootless, and I am young and crave some adventure

So if there is anyone on the east coast, let me know. I will probably need some advice and possible places to live. More details as I get them. The only down side is he has to leave for another 6 weeks. But he will be home on Tues from ATP so we will get some time together until he starts in Menassis (sp?) VA.

I am just in total shock, and I think he is too. But hey, we'll take it.

Congrats!! That is such great news!!

I'm semi-close to the Manassas area - about an hour away in Odenton, MD. Northern VA and the DC area is a great place to live if you're young and looking for excitement. The main thing that you have to worry about is the cost of living in the area - NoVA is pretty expensive. There's a site called apartmentratings.com that was a great resource for me when we were trying to find apartments in the area.

If you get homesick for a rural area, all you have to do is follow route 66 west for a bit and you'll see plenty! It's also a great area for outdoorsy activities, Shenandoah National Park is about 1-1.5 hrs away... has great places to hike & camp and in the fall the trees are gorgeous.

I'll be happy to help you out as much as I can!

04-13-2007, 08:02 PM	#11 (permalink)
Junebug Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: In Transit Posts: 17 Recipes: Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Honestly didnt think this would happen... Yeah... I did think about waiting. But here is my opinion. I dont really have a stable situation here. I have a temp job just to make money. And honestly, I dont really want to stay in Des Moines. It's not so much that I am chasing it so much, just I dont really have anything here, no mortgage, no kids... I really have nothing here. My family is not here, actually my Grandma is on the east coast so I would be closer to her. When I am actually grounded and find a stable situation for myself, then I will stay put. But for right now, why not?? Wouldn't you all want to leave IA if you could

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Amanda Jetgirls Plus Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: PHL suburbs Posts: 2,193 Recipes: Thanks: 12 Thanked 12 Times in 12 Posts	Re: Honestly didnt think this would happen... Congrats on the great news!

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Chi829 Jetgirls Ol' School Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Panama City, FL Posts: 1,444 Recipes: Thanks: 0 Thanked 7 Times in 7 Posts	Re: Honestly didnt think this would happen... Amanda- Im loving the pic of you as a little girl. It's way too cute! You were probably always the custest girl in all your classes huh? __________________ Jo Happily Mrs. Adams and Mommy to Liam www.joandbillsblog.blogspot.com

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Junebug Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: In Transit Posts: 17 Recipes: Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Honestly didnt think this would happen... Actually there is a big push to get people (expecially college kids) to stay in IA. In fact, they make it incredibly hard to become a resident to receive lower tuition. Unfortunatly, there is not a whole lot here unless you are a farmer and want to live in a small town. Not saying thats a bad thing, but after almost 6 years I dont know the first thing about farming

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Amanda Jetgirls Plus Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: PHL suburbs Posts: 2,193 Recipes: Thanks: 12 Thanked 12 Times in 12 Posts	Re: Honestly didnt think this would happen... My bro-in law and a good friend went to U of I and they are REALLY into Iowa. I could never figure out why... And Jo, thanks for the comment on my avatar. I found the pic (and some other more embarrassing ones) at my parents' house. To answer your quest, I was cute until age 10 then I got all weird looking after that! __________________ Amanda Loving wife of Nick, an Int'l FO for Continental flying the 757/767 based in EWR! We're expecting baby #1 on May 30, 2009!

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