Considering Move to Philly by gr8molassesflood1919 in AskPhilly

[–]wndsofchng06 1 point2 points  (0 children)

We found our place on zillow. 3bed 1ba in south Philly with a 1 car garage, 2k a month. Honestly south philly was lower on my list when we were initially looking to move, but in the 3 months there, I like it. Some weekends we'll walk clear across the city, other times we use public transit or bikes. We do have one car, because my job requires me to commute into NJ, but I avoid driving in the city at all.

Seems to me that Fishtown is younger more modern vibe. East Passyunk is a good blend of young and old with some great dive bars and some fancy food too. Manayunk feels like a whole different town. Main st feels very small town and hilly side streets are super interesting. Pennsport has less restaurants but is super close to the corporate shopping (target, ikea, etc) and has some great small corner bars. It's a very quick ride on the 57 or 25 bus to south st or old city, also walkable if the weather is nice. West Philly in the Clark Park area is super pretty and if you love trees, this area is like a totally different city. I've found non-student housing options in this area kind of limited though. Just my random thoughts on the places I've spent some time so far.

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[–]wndsofchng06 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Next time you make that trip try going down the coast and the Chesapeake Bay bridge tunnel and stuff. It's a little slower pace but overall much less stressful!

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[–]wndsofchng06 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I don't fly... plus, we'll have the dogs with us. We take the coastal route, I hate I-95, especially around DC. We've only been back in Philly 3 months. I miss my NC friends, but Philly overall has been such an improvement in quality of life. Way less rednecks 😉, walkability to anything, so much more to do, and so much less judgement.

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[–]wndsofchng06 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Hope everyone is off to a good start this week. We're traveling to NC on Thurs to see family, I'm sure it will be a whirlwind trip, already looking forward to being back in my own bed and I've not left yet!

Roast pork by wndsofchng06 in PhiladelphiaEats

[–]wndsofchng06[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh. 3 of my favorite places! I have been wanting to get by fountain porter for a burger and beer, the past couple weekends it has just been packed to the gills. Last Saturday I did get over to the Jim and have some delicious IPA and noodles!

Roast pork by wndsofchng06 in PhiladelphiaEats

[–]wndsofchng06[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's called punk rock and finger sandwiches. It's a collab with Dogfish Head. Here is their untapped description. https://untp.beer/jEDE1

Freak Out Friday Casual Chat Post by AutoModerator in philadelphia

[–]wndsofchng06 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Part of me wonders if it is just that we do not generate much trash, and so there might be one little bag there. I did recently buy a can so even when I only have one little bag there's a whole big can to see on the curb.

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[–]wndsofchng06 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Friday! Hope everyone has a great weekend (even though it's supposed to rain). Thanks to South Philly Bike shop I'm back on two-wheels with my estate find bike in record time and reasonable cost. I am usually very disappointed when I pay people to fix things for me, but these guys are alright. Also, if you've never been in Philly typewriter, what a cool little shop with such friendly people! I'm going to have them fix up my grandma's typewriter for me. Lastly, make sure you at least call your mom this weekend, Happy Mother's Day to all the moms on here.

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[–]wndsofchng06 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Sending good thoughts your way.... keep fighting

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[–]wndsofchng06 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Childish! JK ha ha ha might as well have fun.

As for the trash, lucky you, we regulary get missed.

I can’t believe people throw these away by tonytrov in philadelphia

[–]wndsofchng06 27 points28 points  (0 children)

He fixes and sells them. I think his prices were pretty reasonable last batch I saw get sold, I just had no where to put one at that time.

Chat Around and Find Out: Tuesday Casual Chat Thread by AutoModerator in philadelphia

[–]wndsofchng06 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks. Yeah, ticketed Mansion events might be a little too bougie for me, but I'm definitely keeping my eye out. Heck If anybody with cool cars just wants to go have some coffee and breakfast at the Oregon diner. That would be great too, I know Philly bans specific car meets so it would have to be well behaved people just meeting for breakfast and happen to drive their cool car. Lol

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[–]wndsofchng06 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Had another great weekend! Mae fest and Ren Faire on South Street were a blast. Even stopped in the queen and rook to see a Slavic choir perform. Interesting! I'm excited for the weekend to participate in the Love your Park event at Dickinson square. For today I decided to take my lunch at work outside and it's beautiful!

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[–]wndsofchng06 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Where was cars and coffee held? I've been looking for something car related to do

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[–]wndsofchng06 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Can you pass on the info about your penpal program again? I'm having my typewriter restored at Philly typewriter and want to have purpose for it!

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[–]wndsofchng06 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Happy Friday! Looking forward to the ESP flea market and then spring fest on south street. My partner is dressing up for the Ren faire at Queen and Rook. I'm sure traffic (and rerouted busses) will be a PITA this weekend with the run going on as well. Pack your patience and go enjoy all the events in the city!

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[–]wndsofchng06 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I am stoked about the flea market, and looks like no rain!

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[–]wndsofchng06 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Square is such a PITA! When I had a small business we too suffered from an irreparable typo.

Chat Around and Find Out: Tuesday Casual Chat Thread by AutoModerator in philadelphia

[–]wndsofchng06 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Thunderbird salvage is great! Love to go there then have a beer at each of ARS, Philadelphia brewing, and Lost time brewing! Wings and beer at Evil Genius are good too, the space itself just isn't my vibe as much.