I saw that post. What’s the running gag about Holden?

I do not (any chance was lost after I shattered my ankle a few months ago) BUT my fiancé does. I’ll let him know, thank you!

I’m going to second this - I grew up in New England, but have lived outside of it for education over the years and I feel the same way. New Englanders aren’t overtly rude, we’re polite (maybe cordial would be a better word), but we’re not about to get into your business if we don’t know you. I read a really great piece once in the Boston Globe by someone who’d moved to Boston from the South. She had a bad breakup and was ugly crying on the T (local train) on the way home. People obviously noticed, but no one asked her what was wrong. Initially she was very put off by this, but the more she thought about it, the more she realized that it was exactly what she needed in that moment: her privacy. That’s what we respect in New England - each other’s privacy.

Same! I’m a 2022 grad, moved from CT this summer to have more job options up here. I know a few people who commute to Boston, but there’s plenty of job opps close to/in Worcester as well. The cost of living here isn’t anywhere near Boston’s, so there’s far more diversity here as far as wealth/culture go. In my area there’s an Asian market and at least two Mexican markets, it’s not the nicest part of Worcester but if you’re looking for authentic food and groceries + cheaper rent I’d recommend it. I can also give you my landlord’s info via pm if you’re interested, they own a handful of buildings throughout the city. Prices are pretty fair and any problems are resolved within a day or two, pets allowed with no additional rent if you have them. I’d also figure out Worcester’s trash pickup system before you move because it’s a little unusual

Hmmm…. ok, I’m going to try them again. I’m not enthused about the hour drive but my vet is backed up and I’m getting extremely irritated at one of the vets who seems to only ever want to do surgery. I hope it’s right that I recommended them to the person with the dragon. Thank you so much for getting back to me!

Another new one that runs to a different bakery/cafe every Saturday: https://instagram.com/woo_runs_on____?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

I went a couple weeks ago, and have another appointment coming up for different critters. I've never had issues scheduling or getting a hold of them, it's odd that you did.

Yep!

Biotech by any chance?

Thought that one was the serious one 😭😭

/s = sarcasm

Thank you! I’ve never had puerto rican food before so I am excited to try it.

I have been to Mass before and people have been nice so far, fiancés family is from there so I am kinda hopeful. Not the biggest fan of California, visited a few times and found people were kind of rude. I am in Texas (not the racist Texas lol) but it’s what I have gotten used to.

It’s honestly one of the best places for my field. The other place is california which is a lot more expensive. Currently in Texas where starting salary for my field w/degree is 11 dollars :( Got a really good job in Mass already so I am excited.

Fiancé is from there, have gotten reprimanded enough about the pronunciation. Finally got it down!

As a fellow latino, just be prepared to be disappointed in most of the Mexican food here. There are only a few places that do legit tacos (taco caliente is my go to because it's close to me) but most Mexican places are Americanized Mexican or Mexicali restaurants.

That said, there is a huge caribbena population here so finding good Dominican and Puerto Rican food is easy.

Just make sure to make a reservation. It gets mobbed on the weekends.

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Ah. I don't know that they allow dogs, so get take out and find a nice spot to have a picnic. There's great outdoor spots around them.

I was curious how recently you’ve been to Odd Pet Vet? My vet is crazy backed up & thought I’d get a hold of them but they haven’t called back after 2 leaving messages in a week. I’ve heard such great things about them.

"we are respectful of your time out getting shit done" is Masshole for "I will block two full lanes of traffic as I try to make a left turn onto a busy road at rush hour because my time is more important than hundreds of other people's time."

I'm pretty sure I saw the sneakerama group out last Thursday on Lake Ave.

Can't tell if you're being serious or not :)

(I live in Holden)

We’re not ignorant enough to waste our time being kind to someone who thinks we’re ignorant.

Oh right lol. I thought it happened again. So many dumb moves at that intersection.

First, learn how to pronounce it correctly. It’s Wiss-tah!

Avoid Quality Apartments (chandler st)

El Patron, Sol of Mexico, Taqueria Del Pueblo, Main Taco (main taco is severely underrated. best fish tacos EVER)