i was one of the people that came to texas from new orleans when katrina hit. my husband and I decided to stay in houston because u get more house for the money and u make more money down here. i am a radiograher and i get paid more money out here. don't get me wrong i love new orleans with a passion and always will but i felt we had to do what we thought was better for us and the kids. anyway some of my family members are calling me a traitor because i stayed. do u think so please no stupid answers.
2006-10-14 09:47:28 · 12 answers · asked by keedy8300 2 in Society & Culture ➔ Other - Society & Culture
After reminding your family that you're thankful for following up and keeping in touch with you, remind them also that NAMECALLING is childish. They don't want to hear you call them "stick-in-the-muds", do they?
We can't blame them for wanting you back. It's just an immature way to approach a serious situation. Also, they oughtta' be grateful you survived and were able to reestablish, not heaping the pressure on.
2006-10-14 10:41:39 · answer #1 · answered by Zeera 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Home is where the heart is. You do not have to be there physically in order for it to be home.
I will always consider my home the town I grew up in even though I now live about 20 miles away.
Survival is a natural instinct. Don't feel bad because you did what was right for you and your families survival.
Besides tell the fam you will be back to visit.
When they see how good you're doing they will come around and be truly happy for you.
It was an emotional time for everyone.
Congrats on everything good in your life!
2006-10-14 10:00:46 · answer #2 · answered by Spay-n-Neuter-Your-Pets 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
No. I don't think so at all! I think you've made an intelligent decision, that is right for you and your family in your situation. That's what all of us have to do in the long run.
Rita went right through my hometown (I had moved to Ohio long before that due to situations beyond my control) in Louisiana, and some of my friends and family members have had to leave. Some of them will not go back and I don't blame them at all - but I support my friends who are trying to start over in my hometown and make a living there again as well.
2006-10-14 09:54:10 · answer #3 · answered by ACC 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You did what was best for Your Family, Your no traitor at all!!! Your Kinfolk need to open their eyes and hearts a little, I'll not slag them; but come on!!! I hope Your not looking over Your shoulder too much on this, You've no need to carry the cross; the fault isn't at Your door step.
2006-10-14 10:31:36 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Of course you are not, I would even say your act was one of reason and intelligence. NOLA really does not have much going for it in terms of your ability to make a good life for your family.
Go where you have the best opportunity, there is none in NOLA, not with the current government in place there.
2006-10-14 10:58:44 · answer #5 · answered by rmagedon 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Oh no, one should call you names for looking after your family.
Perhaps what they meant to say was that they miss you very much and that they want things to go back like they were before.
It seems you have been quick to realise things never go back and have adapted to the situation the best you can.
Stand tall and ask them to understand it's for your children.
Some people get stuck wanting the past back,try and be understanding,unless they keep insulting you.
Best Luck
M
2006-10-14 09:56:27 · answer #6 · answered by mesmerized 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋
People re-locate all the time. I don't see anything "traitorous" about it. Finding a place where YOU are happy is what most people do in life.
2006-10-14 09:50:33 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
No, you're not a traitor. That's a foolish idea. It's your duty to do what's best for you. Your relatives who call you a traitor must be real morons.
2006-10-14 09:52:36 · answer #8 · answered by yahoohoo 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
You need to do what's right for your family and yourself. I think if I found myself in that situation, I would do what you're doing and stay in TX. It's a hard thing to have to uproot your family again and if you're happy, why would you?
2006-10-14 09:51:36 · answer #9 · answered by woohoo 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
No1 You have to act in the best interest of your family (spouse and children), not the best interest of onlookers, regardless of being relatives..
2006-10-14 09:50:05 · answer #10 · answered by Stratobratster 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋