Greetings to any and all reading this...
Just wanted to introduce myself. I moved to Wyoming at 20 and just turned 40. It's literally where I became a man, learned to shoot, learned to survive. I'm self-employed and I've ranched, built livestock handling equipment, homes, vehicles, and alternative energy systems (this post brought to you by "the sun").
I grew up in a big eastern city falling into social chaos (a murder a day, typical). My small family made the decision to have an outpost in a free state. That meant no income tax and personal freedom were of utmost importance. Wyoming fit the bill perfectly, with good ranches selling for $80/acre, and the local gov't keeping it's nose out of our business of "Hard Work + Dedication = Reward."
I am now astounded by the direction of our
rapidly rabidly growing Federal Government, and whittling away of our Liberty. I am shocked by their disregard for the simple physical law that "Nothing is Free." I am even more horrified by the gov't and media's assault on decent people and especially, their values. And now they're worried about veterans? Just keep pokin' that bear...
To those considering Wyoming, I can say that after two decades my love affair continues with our great state. It's the only place I've lived that, upon returning home and crossing the state line, brings a sigh of relief, and occasionally a tear of gratitude to my father, for seeing the future and taking a risk. Thanks Dad. Rest in Peace, my Friend. (He's buried on our ranch - LEGALLY.)
Some random thoughts... Wyoming is an awesome place for self-actualized folk looking for freedom. If you're looking for malls and movies, Gucci and sushi, forget it. NPR exists for those who can stomach it. Good vegetables can be hard to get and raw milk is illegal, but with a garden and some goats, you'll be fine. Medical care is potentially questionable. I have personal horror stories. There are some die-hard great docs, but many are transient, so don't get attached.
To Boston - just started
Molon Labe and the Introduction had my chin on the floor. Wow - you nailed it. Bravo. Looking forward to finishing it in the next couple nights. I'd just sit and read it, but my boss is an ass.
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God, Guns, and Guts built America
Gold, Goats and Gardens keep us Free and Independent