GenX Texas F – Straight-talkin’, off-grid hermit looking for friends & potentially more..

Northwest of Houston, Texas.

I am a retired I.T. pro that bugged out into the forest near Houston 12 years ago. I am straight-talkin’, straight-shootin’, and looking for like-minded friends, companions, and possibly more. I say what I mean, mean what I say, and do what I say I will. I expect the same from others.

I smoke and occasionally drink, and I enjoy intellectual conversations. I have been teaching myself foraging and care for chickens. I’d love to meet like-minded people for friendship, and possibly an off-grid mate if he can handle it! 

Noelle Fae wrote:I say what I mean, mean what I say, and do what I say I will. I expect the same from others.

Ah, wouldn't that be a refreshing change?!  I describe myself the same way, but it is disappointingly rare to find others who subscribe to this same, simple standard of conduct.

Too bad I'm not in Texas.  I know that general area, though - my Mother was raised near there.

Good luck with your off-grid adventures : )

Matthew Nistico wrote: "...it is disappointingly rare to find others who subscribe to this same, simple standard of conduct.

Too bad I'm not in Texas.  I know that general area, though - my Mother was raised near there.

Good luck with your off-grid adventures : )

Thank you for that! Yeah, we are a different breed, and it is VERY hard to find other genuine people. You are my first interaction here. Thank you for making it a good one!

Noelle Fae wrote:

Matthew Nistico wrote: "...it is disappointingly rare to find others who subscribe to this same, simple standard of conduct.

Too bad I'm not in Texas.  I know that general area, though - my Mother was raised near there.

Good luck with your off-grid adventures : )

Thank you for that! Yeah, we are a different breed, and it is VERY hard to find other genuine people. You are my first interaction here. Thank you for making it a good one!

You'll find people here on Permies generally pleasant to interact with.  They kick the A-holes out pretty quickly, LOL!

BTW, I like your cosplay.  Do you ever attend any cons?  I try to make DragonCon in Atlanta every year.  Coming up pretty soon, actually, at the end of the summer.  This year I'm volunteering for free admittance, a first for me, so we'll see how that goes.

Well, thank you! I worked at Renaissance festivals for years.. even going on the road for a couple years. (Instead of a carnie, I was a rennie) I had to create a work wardrobe to match different shops I worked at. Steampunk was my favorite, but I have outfits for Celtic, pirate, gypsy, etc. I'd love to do cons but haven't had the opportunity.

Noelle Fae wrote:Well, thank you! I worked at Renaissance festivals for years.. even going on the road for a couple years. (Instead of a carnie, I was a rennie) I had to create a work wardrobe to match different shops I worked at. Steampunk was my favorite, but I have outfits for Celtic, pirate, gypsy, etc. I'd love to do cons but haven't had the opportunity.

Oh, well then I'd definitely recommend DragonCon.  It is huge and very eclectic.  All sorts of people and activities representing every aspect of pop culture.  At peak attendance, Saturday afternoon, there are 75,000 people on the streets, at least 1in4 in costume!

It's been a long time since I've attended a Ren Fest.  Cons are kinda similar, but indoors, and with a greater selection of generally more structured activities to choose from: lectures, interactive panels, craft rooms, game rooms, art galleries, vendor halls, concerts, films, and more.

Cons are not too expensive to join - you can buy a DragonCon membership for as little as $100; the earlier you buy, the better.  The real cost is in the food and lodging... and whatever you can't resist spending in the art and vendor galleries ; )  If you are disciplined about food - mostly packing your own - and can find a room for cheap, cons are a great experience for a reasonable expense.

Most people find a "cheap" room by sharing a very pricey room among a half dozen folk.  I can't practically do that, unfortunately, so I used to reserve a cheap(er) room at the far end of some subway line and commuted in and out from the con.  Starting last year, I improved on that situation by stealth camping in a van parked at a much closer subway stop, saving a lot of time and money.  It's still not the same experience as staying in one of the con hotels.

I wish I could! Sadly, I have to stay close to home to care for animals & plants. Maybe someday...
Anyhow, good luck in your ventures!

I.t to off grid is about as opposite as it gets, but I applaud your decision. I would love to be off grid myself haven't decided on where or how. I've made a few posts on here before, but to no avail lol. But basically looking for a partner to start a homestead with. I'm 37 and im fairly handy and in good shape. I also can cook, clean, and im even house-broken! If any of that tickles your fancy, please hit me back🥸