[pepperdog]

Well I'm just mean enough to say remove every military installation from those states that are anti-military and I'll decide what anti-military means. Massachusetts is at the very tip top of my list, followed closely by New York! Those loyal people who love freedom and the military are welcome to relocate to places where their work and their attitude will be appreciated!

[Himyar]

Mass. is getting jobs from Alabama. Alabama actually gains over all, but 1200 hi-tech computer jobs are being sent to the Boston area. My hubbie's job is one of them. It really is a stupid move, not just because it's personal. None of the current folks will relocate, so they will have to start over up there. This outfit does most of the Air Force's software, including the F-22. This done by civilian contractors, most of whom are retired military who have years of experience. They will never get such experienced troops up there. Cost of living is a big reason. They are not closing the base where these guys work, in fact they are in the middle of building a brand new building for the unit that is leaving. I guess the building will make a good recreation building.

[Coldwater Creek]

Sounds about right to me!! Glad to know that you survived the holiday!!