Cheap areas in which to live

[wildman]

??? The Wildman is going to have to get out of Southern California, he can't afford the prices any more.

I had an idea and that was to ask all of my Wilders friends to list areas in the U.S.A. that would be cheap for the Wildman to live in. The only requirement is that there must be an active military installation close by. The Wildman ain't picky either, they can be any branch of the service. The Wildman is dependent upon a commissary and medical facility.

Thanks
Wildman

[BeetleBoss]

http://www.wilderssecurity.com/images/other/happy.gifHere ya go, buddy!! http://www.wilderssecurity.com/images/other/happy.gif

http://www.house.gov/moore/AnimatedKansasflag.gifMove to Kansas!!http://www.house.gov/moore/AnimatedKansasflag.gif
http://www.lvks.org/community.htm
-{ Quote: "Leavenworth is a community of approximately 35,000 people located in the rolling hills of northeastern Kansas on the Missouri River. Leavenworth is on the outskirts of the Kansas City metropolitan area and is home to the Army's Fort Leavenworth, Saint Mary College, the Dwight D. Eisenhower Veterans Affairs Medical Center, and the Leavenworth Federal Penitentiary. " }-

You'd be about 45 mins away from us. http://www.wilderssecurity.com/images/other/BUBBLECHEW.GIF

[snowbound]

Did u consider Bakersville California?

http://personalfinance.aol.homestore.com/Finance/Census/LeastExpensive.asp?poe=homestore
-{ Quote: "If you're heading to L.A. to begin your acting career, you might consider living 92 miles north in Bakersfield, California where you can save those hard-earned bills. There, you'll find a house for about $130,000 cheaper and have an eight percent greater chance of finding a job. You'll also breathe easy as you settle into your new home with air that is 13 times better than the smog in Los Angeles." }-

Not sure about the military situation there though. :-\



snowbound

[mercurie]

Wildman,
Really...for real is it that bad? :blink: How far would you be willing to go to have cheap living (in the USA I mean) otherwise my help would be limited? ;)

East coast...north east can you define cheap...things are going up all over the place for sure? :-\

[Alphalutra1]

Atlanta is pretty cheap, and there are tons of military installations around Georgia

Alphalutra1

[lynchknot]

http://cgi.money.cnn.com/tools/costofliving/costofliving.html


http://www.visn20.med.va.gov/careers/nursing/locations.html

http://cvcwashington.org/counties/clark.asp

http://www.va.gov/portland/PatientVisitor/About/Vancouver.htm

http://www.va.gov/portland/index.asp

http://wyden.senate.gov/media/2003/09122003_veterans.html

http://cvcwashington.org/counties/clark.asp

Military installations: http://www.google.com/search?hl=en&lr=&safe=off&q=Oregon+Washington++military+installations&btnG=Search

[bigc73542]

Oklahoma has many military bases and a good VA hospital in Oklahoma City. I moved from ventura County in California in 1989 to Here in OKlahoma. It is about as cheap to live here as anywhere there is. I have Fort Sill Army Base Thirty Minutes away In Lawton OK and Altus Airforce Base in Altus OK that is thirty minutes away. and Tinker Airforce Base in Oklahima City that Is 2 1/2 hours away and then there is Sheppard Airforce Base in Wichita Falls Texas which is fourty five minutes away. We are surrounded by military bases.

bigc

EDIT there is a military hospital of some sort at fort sill in Lawton also. and the run a shuttle to the VA hospital in OK city on a regular basis also.

a few pictures of Fort Sill Here (http://sill-www.army.mil/Graphics/FORTSILL/Page.html)

[Graystoke]

-{ Quote: "Oklahoma has many military bases and a good VA hospital in Oklahoma City. I moved from ventura County in California in 1989 to Here in OKlahoma. It is about as cheap to live here as anywhere there is. I have Fort Sill Army Base Thirty Minutes away In Lawton OK and Altus Airforce Base in Altus OK that is thirty minutes away. and Tinker Airforce Base in Oklahima City that Is 2 1/2 hours away and then there is Sheppard Airforce Base in Wichita Falls Texas which is fourty five minutes away. We are surrounded by military bases.

bigc

EDIT there is a military hospital of some sort at fort sill in Lawton also. and the run a shuttle to the VA hospital in OK city on a regular basis also.

a few pictures of Fort Sill Here (http://sill-www.army.mil/Graphics/FORTSILL/Page.html)" }-


Ahh Sheppard AFB and Wichita Falls TX. That brings back memories. I spent 4 months there for job training when I was in the Air Force. That was a long time ago. Made a trip or two to Lawton. :)

[big ed]

Aaah Wildguy,

Looking at your past resume .... you've lived in lots of different places. You get what you pay for! Yesterday, here, it was in the 50's and sunny.....nice. Today it's 20 and snowing....rats!

Daughter is on Coronado Is......poor, but happy!

Good luck, big ed

[Primrose]

Come to South Carolina..

http://www.johnsprattforcongress.com/deliver/shaw.html

At Myrtle Beach you have a great new VA Clinic..

http://www.afrpa.hq.af.mil/ols/myrtle.htm


And at Charleston you have the VA Hospital..one of the best in the world.


http://brown.house.gov/News/DocumentSingle.aspx?DocumentID=37689

I could go on and on about the great things they have and will be happening in Myrtle Beach with this Myrtle Beach Air Base Redevelopment Authority.

I know many retired living in this redevelopment.. lovely houses and very affordable....and they never forget a comrade in arms. :lurking:

:thumb:

[wildman]

-{ Quote: "Ahh Sheppard AFB and Wichita Falls TX. That brings back memories. I spent 4 months there for job training when I was in the Air Force. That was a long time ago. Made a trip or two to Lawton. :)" }-

:) Thank you all my wonderful Wilders friends. The Wildman is going through some rough personal problems right now, and will be having to move very soon, so I do from the bottom of my heart thank you all. I don't know how often or how much longer I can continue to post here, but you can bet your last dollar that the "Wildman" will be back here as soon as he possibly can. After all this time, take a look at the way I will sign off on this one.

Thanks
Bill, a.k.a. "Wildman"

a.k.a

William B. Heath, TSgt, U.S.A.F. (retired)

[Primrose]

Take care Bill..semper fi here in Myrtle Beach :lurking: You know where to find us when you make some decisions.

[bigc73542]

Bill, a.k.a. "Wildman," I do hope that all works out well for you. But do come back as soon as you can. we'll keep a light in the window for you.

bigc

[Primrose]

-{ Quote: "Bill, a.k.a. "Wildman," I do hope that all works out well for you. But do come back as soon as you can. we'll keep a light in the window for you.

bigc" }-


And we promise no one will sit in your chair..:'( when you are away.

[Primrose]

But think twice if you head for New Mexico..that is the current staging area for Buckie's Next Birthday Bash. ;D

[mercurie]

I guess he was serious. :(

There are bases in VA and PA where I have lived. Cost of living is not as bad as CA for sure.

I look forward to the Wildman coming back soon or staying around as long as he can. Thank you for your service to your country Bill. ;)

[BeetleBoss]

Hurry back, buddy!!
I'm gonna miss you!

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You're very good friend,

Cindyhttp://img118.exs.cx/img118/1691/hug8ok.gif

[sweater]

Maybe in the forest jungle and live like TARZAN...;D

http://www.diegotorres.com.ar/mensajeitor/foro/caritas/monodsdsd.gif

[wildman]

:-\ Well I've held the dogs off for a while longer, and managed to keep the electrify hooked up for a while longer also. I won't go into personal details except to say that the problems are serious. I managed to get some contacts through various sources and am now able to get some necessary things accomplished.

BigC and BB, the "Wildman" will be in either one or the other of your area in a shorter amount of time than even I can imagine, it is all going to boil down to which of the two areas are cheaper.

It has come down to the point where I will be packing a u-haul with the necessary items, leaving the rest to be disposed of however the powers to be want to take care of it, and heading with the spouse and myself to either Oklahoma or Kansas.

I will keep posting here as long as I can, and will be back here as soon as I can, the puter is coming with me.

Thanks
Wildman

[BeetleBoss]

http://www.wilderssecurity.com/images/other/FROGJUMP.gifhttp://www.wilderssecurity.com/images/other/all.gifhttp://www.wilderssecurity.com/images/other/FROGJUMP.gif
http://users.telenet.be/honeybee1/lasso.gifHow exciting!!!http://users.telenet.be/honeybee1/lasso.gif

WM, you're never too old for a new adventure!
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Curt and I, welcome you to come live near us!!

I found another link for ya to check
http://www.wilderssecurity.com/images/other/BUBBLECHEW.GIF
{I think, Curt will approve of ithttp://img115.exs.cx/img115/9916/z4dwink.gif}

http://www.texasroadhouse.com/content.php?menu=menu&display=menu

When you get here.....
We're gonna go celebrate!!

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{We might even celebrate your birthday (http://www.wilderssecurity.com/showthread.php?t=120346)!!}
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[bigc73542]

Wildman you won't miss the rat race one bit. the hardest thing to do out here is learn to relax ;D ;D

Welcome to the Great Plains :thumb:

[StevieO]

Hi Wildy

I'm VERY sorry to hear about the predicament you find yourself in. But i truly believe that things do happen for a good reason, emphasis on the Good !

So although it can't have been easy for you and your wife whilst this has been going on, at least you will be able to have a fresh start. That's not the oppourtunity that many of us ever get to do, though i'm sure we've often thought about it from time to time.

So don't look back, you only have the future, and all that Will bring from now on to share together.

One of the Many benefits from moving, and to a less expensive part of the country is, you get a lot more for your money. And often the scenery is much nicer too, and far less congested. So all in all i would say you are on a winner all the way. Hey i'm jealous lol, as i keep thinking about making that Big move, so you may have just inspired me to do it, so thanks.

Yes CA is very nice, i've been there, but the USA has many lovely places to see, and live.

Another thing, where you're moving to might just have better connections to AntiVir lol.

Think positive, keep well and all the very best to both of you. Looking forward to your speedy return just as soon as possible.

Also many happy belated birthday returns.


StevieO

[mikel108]

Wildman,
I know how strong willed you are and know that you can conquer whatever adversary that you face.

Mike

[JimIT]

Lawton, OK is going to be a bit less expensive than Wichita-area KS.

But don't forget us down here in Texas. Abilene has Dyess AFB, (home of the B1) and a very good hospital. The cost of living is very reasonable.

It's a bit more expensive than OK, but less than KS.

(NOTE: I obtained this info from www.salary.com and their moving/relocation calculator.)

EDIT: Wichita Falls, TX has a lower COL than the Lawton area, FWIW, as well, with Sheppard AFB nearby.

[wildman]

:-* The "Wildman" is going to tell you truthfully, angles post here at Wilders, and I consider a good many of them to be my friends.

The decision is made, BB, BJ and their kids will be having a new neighbor, the Wildman is packing a u-haul with the absolutely necessary items, putting his fat butt in the drivers seat, the "spouse" in the passenger side and he is getting the hell out of California, and starting a new life.

I thank you all my wonderful Wilders friends, from the bottom of my heart. The Ole Wildman was really down in the dumps, but your concern and moral support has been a God send.

Thanks
Bill, a.k.a. Wildman

[mikel108]

Well this calls for a celebration! (http://www.retrojunk.com/details_theme/264)

[BeetleBoss]

-{ Quote: "Well this calls for a celebration! (http://www.geocities.com/Hollywood/9176/jeffrsns.au)" }-
http://img116.exs.cx/img116/1231/z7shysterical.gifThat is soooooo funny, Mike!!!

And WM....
Hey, hurry it up, buddy!!
We've already told the kids the babysitters on the way
http://users.telenet.be/honeybee1/smiley128.gif
{I promise, they shouldn't give ya any trouble}
http://users.telenet.be/honeybee1/spelende_kinderen.gifhttp://users.telenet.be/honeybee1/strand_spelen.gifhttp://users.telenet.be/honeybee1/kinderkribbe.gifhttp://users.telenet.be/honeybee1/joepie_sneeuw.gifhttp://users.telenet.be/honeybee1/zandkasteel.gifhttp://users.telenet.be/honeybee1/duel.gif


Hey, you won't mind if Sam plays on your computer, would ya?
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Nahhhhhhhh......
I'm just teasin'!!http://img116.exs.cx/img116/1231/z7shysterical.gifhttp://img116.exs.cx/img116/1231/z7shysterical.gifhttp://img116.exs.cx/img116/1231/z7shysterical.gif
We're soooooo thrilled about our neighbor http://img99.exs.cx/img99/8577/yupi3ti.gif

Your steaks a waitin'!! http://www.wilderssecurity.com/images/other/SMILEEYEBROW.GIF

http://users.telenet.be/honeybee1/smiley193.gif

[mikel108]

That website ran out of bandwidth:-[ The link now goes to another site that even has a video with it. Glad you like it BB.

[wildman]

:blink: Baby sitter on the way? Ok what does she look like? Will she play with us kids?

Hay sam can play on my puter, if I can play on his X-box.

Make it medium, with load of mushrooms. Dang for some unknown reason I am suddenly hungry. Now why would I be craving beef?

Fair warning all of you at Wilders, stop and think what it is going to be like when the combined minds of BB, BJ, the Wildman and a surprise individual all conspire. It ain't gona be that much longer neither.

Thanks
Bill, a.k.a. Wildman

[BeetleBoss]

-{ Quote: ":blink: Baby sitter on the way? Ok what does she look like? Will she play with us kids? " }-
Hummmm...http://www.wilderssecurity.com/images/other/THINK.GIF..I think, you're confused.

YOU!
are the babysitter!!

http://users.telenet.be/honeybee1/smiley175.gifhttp://users.telenet.be/honeybee1/smiley176.gif
-{ Quote: "Hay sam can play on my puter, if I can play on his X-box." }-
X-box??
:o Who said we have an x-box! :o

You're movin' to the poor neighborhood, remember?http://users.telenet.be/honeybee1/smiley108.gif

OK, I drew an x on it just to make you feel better.
{Oh yeah, ya gotta keep bangin' on the tv to keep it workin' ;) }
http://img64.imageshack.us/img64/2015/nintendonesbox2im.jpg
http://img116.exs.cx/img116/1231/z7shysterical.gif
-{ Quote: "Make it medium, with load of mushrooms. Dang for some unknown reason I am suddenly hungry. Now why would I be craving beef? " }-
Okey dokey!
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[wildman]

:wacko: :gack: :blink: Huh? Are you sure that I am the baby sitter? Don't you know that I've been told I need a baby sitter myself?

Hay all of you who get the Sunday paper, look at the funnies and Family Circus. Do you think this could be the BB & BJ scenario?

OK no X-box? Hay I'll play with the Atari, but if you think I am getting peanut butter and jelly finger prints on my puter? Geeeerrrrr!

Thanks
Wildman

[wildman]

:) Well the boxes are packed, the movers called, moving sale taking place, and the date to be on the road set.

This will be the last week I post from California, and I will be shutting down the computer the end of this week. Ya can bet I will be back on line as soon as possible after arriving in Kansas. Just think I will have experts to help me on that end, YIPPEE!

Thanks
Wildman
;) 8) :isay:

[bigc73542]

experts! experts!.. I don't see no stinking experts --------------------;D

[wildman]

-{ Quote: "experts! experts!.. I don't see no stinking experts --------------------;D" }-

:gack: :dry: Ya need to get another mirror, and I do hope you use antiperspirant and a good smelling soap, because you is the expert!

Thanks
Wildman
;D :o :P :isay:

[bigc73542]

I guess I could take the dirt and flowers out of the tub and put a little water in it and run off a batch of lye soap ;D

[dog]

Good Luck Wild Thing :)

Best Wishes on the move

Steve

[Notok]

Best wishes from me as well. These things tend to work out for the better, though, so I don't know that you'll need em ;)

[mikel108]

Wildman does not like to be thought of as a babysitter...we like to refer to him as this (http://www.retrojunk.com/details_tvshows/96-mr-belvedere/)

[ronjor]

Sounds like Leon Redbone singing that song. ;D

[~*Nat*~]

Dear Wildman,

From me too "Good Luck" http://img303.imageshack.us/img303/7471/goodluckclover7ss.gif a SAFE trip, http://bestsmileys.com/cars/22.gif and wishing You and your wife a happy (and cheap ;) ) new Home to live !!!!!

I can't tell you how happy I am for you. You'll be close to one of the most luvable and craziest creatures. BB will spoil you rotten I'm sure. ;D Just watch bj's head...and his HAIR !! :o Not that it slaps ya right in the face, while he spins, ya know ! :P

Hope you'll like your new place ~ in the flat desert -(as I like to call it. HEY! I still think Kansas is pretty though, ok ! ;) I'm just more ...err...comfy in places I can hold on to trees or so if I must. ;) )


MANY HUGS to You Wild thing. http://img303.imageshack.us/img303/7403/hug11qp.gif

[bigc73542]

-{ Quote: "Sounds like Leon Redbone singing that song. ;D" }-


:thumb: :thumb: yep

[Detox]

Any of you Jayhawks know Fort Scott Kansas?

[~*Nat*~]

-{ Quote: "Any of you Jayhawks know Fort Scott Kansas?" }-


Since when aren't you able to type, Detox ???

They are called "Bluejays" !...not Jayhawks. ::)

And if you ask me...yes,..I DO know a Scott in Kansas.
My ex...after he demanded to be called "Master". Sad but true. Some men just have too high of an ego -(prob.)


;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D

[Detox]

Ahem... I did live in Kansas from halfway through kindergarten through 5th grade... and believe me; They be Jayhawks.

Sorry about that rude laddie you did date... but hey we all run across a spoiled cut of meat now and again eh ;)

Ah should anyway doubt me on the Jayhawk thing... while living in Fort Scott (named after General Winfield Scott) Kansas I had to sing in music class "I'm a aJayhawk through and through..." something something... I used to rebel again it since I was born in Missouri.

anyway here ya go for Jayhawk images. (http://images.google.com/images?q=jayhawk&ie=utf-8&oe=utf-8&client=firefox-a&rls=org.mozilla:en-US:official&percentage_served=100&sa=N&tab=wi)

[wildman]

Hi all my Wilders friends:

Needless to say I am not in California any more. I am using a friends computer for the time being, mine is still in storage, but hope to have it again in the near future.

I tell you true, there for a while I didn't know if the move would take place or not.

I am glad the move came about, and I think you all can gather whom I speak of.

Thanks
Wildman
;D 8) :isay:

[snowbound]

Welcome back. :)

So how's Kansas treatin u so far?



snowbound

[wildman]

-{ Quote: "Welcome back. :)

So how's Kansas treatin u so far?



snowbound" }-

Have been here a tad over a week now, and thus far I am digging this place. I would recommend this place to anyone thinking about moving to a better area. I quiet frankly like the attitude of the people I have run into thus far, and I can't recall when or where I have run across a friendlier group of people. I do believe that the "Wildman" has found a new home.

Thanks
Wildman
:) :blink: :gack: :isay:

[bigc73542]

But in every paradise there is a slave driver ;D ;D :lurking:

[mercurie]

-{ Quote: "Hi all my Wilders friends:

Needless to say I am not in California any more. I am using a friends computer for the time being, mine is still in storage, but hope to have it again in the near future.

I tell you true, there for a while I didn't know if the move would take place or not.

I am glad the move came about, and I think you all can gather whom I speak of.

Thanks
Wildman
;D 8) :isay:" }-Thinking about you yesterday while flying into the the forums, Hadn't heard from Wildman. Hope he is well. And gosh darn here you are! Good to see you here and glad you found a new home. :thumb:

[mikel108]

Hi Wildman,
Glad to see the move went well.