tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5356114186987252972.post4447949269876886790..comments2024-03-28T13:26:20.672-04:00Comments on The Closet Professor: New England State of MindJoehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05299122685163501819noreply@blogger.comBlogger30125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5356114186987252972.post-39042745152503225462015-09-27T16:42:30.417-04:002015-09-27T16:42:30.417-04:00very cool. (no pun intended.) congrats. I'v...very cool. (no pun intended.) congrats. I've been to Burlington and St. Albans - and I like it there. Blobbyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11821768145570876450noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5356114186987252972.post-40160389485364603902015-09-26T14:06:37.025-04:002015-09-26T14:06:37.025-04:00Congrats and best wishes. Sure, in general you wo...Congrats and best wishes. Sure, in general you won't find the folks in Vermont as friendly as in Alabama, but there are so many other things on offer. <br /><br />And don't sell yourself short about a relocation package - or take all the advice and pack light till you find a place. Paulhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12775219683154536934noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5356114186987252972.post-78754949874875777402015-09-26T01:41:46.789-04:002015-09-26T01:41:46.789-04:00I am very glad all that hard work searching for em...I am very glad all that hard work searching for employment paid off, and it seems it did so in the best of ways. Best of success in Vermont! From a Canadian point of view, you're still far in the south... but it will be an adaptation. I had to move across the continent a few years ago for a tenure-track position and have never regretted it.<br />Stéphane, a fellow historian.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5356114186987252972.post-25816195847642102932015-09-24T12:15:42.670-04:002015-09-24T12:15:42.670-04:00Two times in my life I relocated for a new job to ...Two times in my life I relocated for a new job to a city where I didn’t know anyone. Each time it was an adventure. I was able to build a good base of friends. I’m sure you’ll do the same. The one time I was in Vermont I found the people warm and friendly. Have fun!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5356114186987252972.post-33134931122059681422015-09-24T11:46:51.759-04:002015-09-24T11:46:51.759-04:00Southerner in a Northern State?
Congratulations!...Southerner in a Northern State? <br /><br />Congratulations!!! I'm so excited for you!!! Can't wait to hear your adventures and things you are up to at the museum.Mikehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03866077134601099787noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5356114186987252972.post-58879059570522895472015-09-24T07:00:16.095-04:002015-09-24T07:00:16.095-04:00Congratulations! I have to confess to having said...Congratulations! I have to confess to having said more than a few prayers that you would get this job, because you were saying that it would be God willing, and I wanted to be sure God heard at every opportunity. You deserve it! And I think you will love joining us up here in the north (OK, I am not THAT far north, but NJ certainly counts). You should feel instantly at home, even if you still have a part of your heart down south, because you will be among people who share your worldview.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5356114186987252972.post-14071650105211158612015-09-23T23:29:18.798-04:002015-09-23T23:29:18.798-04:00*C*O*N*G*R*A*T*U*L*A*T*I*O*N*S*!!!!! I'm just ...*C*O*N*G*R*A*T*U*L*A*T*I*O*N*S*!!!!! I'm just thrilled for you!!!Marshahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14106230377241412829noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5356114186987252972.post-76570643473757157772015-09-23T22:51:11.287-04:002015-09-23T22:51:11.287-04:00Congrats!!!!!!!! Your going to love Vermont!!!! An...Congrats!!!!!!!! Your going to love Vermont!!!! And just think about all the new adventures you'll have. Plus you will be close to other cool cities big and small to explore. What great news!!!!!Mistress Maddiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02098940220513091207noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5356114186987252972.post-85946223812270766682015-09-23T20:31:30.766-04:002015-09-23T20:31:30.766-04:00This is great news! I don't think you will ev...This is great news! I don't think you will ever regret the move. The fresh air of the New England temperament and character of mind will blow away the damp suspiciousness of the deep south, which has been weighing on your soul. Yes, the climate will be bitter a good part of the year but winters bring out the best in the New England can-do spirit. Believe me you will make lasting and loyal friends once you get used to the Yankee reserve. Speak slowly. Listen for the dry wit and understated sense of Yankee humor. We will be looking forward to reading your reports of culture shock! But I know you will do brilliantly. Congratulations!Brother Dochttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16642001031754775342noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5356114186987252972.post-85246786621157086072015-09-23T20:00:05.741-04:002015-09-23T20:00:05.741-04:00Congrats! Sharing your happiness! And a little bit...Congrats! Sharing your happiness! And a little bit envious of you, who will be able to be out at work...<br /><br />A reader from Ottawa<br />(not that far from Vermont)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5356114186987252972.post-78513871117825493282015-09-23T13:44:40.410-04:002015-09-23T13:44:40.410-04:00Michael, I just wanted to say I always enjoy your ...Michael, I just wanted to say I always enjoy your comments. How sweet and thoughtful of you to think of the other candidates too. So awesome. Bless you. Amandahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01909623741866805635noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5356114186987252972.post-6921654447932374552015-09-23T13:42:05.190-04:002015-09-23T13:42:05.190-04:00Wow! That's fantastic Joe! There's so much...Wow! That's fantastic Joe! There's so much to say but Congratulations is the main thing! I knew you'd rock it. And the fact your dad said he's proud is the best reaction yet. I'm jealous of the New Enland fall you'll get to see. I can't wait to hear all about your journey. Enjoy it , you deserve it! ((Hugs))Amandahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01909623741866805635noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5356114186987252972.post-857030228898453702015-09-23T13:08:30.124-04:002015-09-23T13:08:30.124-04:00Delighted at your news! This is the first place I...Delighted at your news! This is the first place I have ever heard that Vermonters are unfriendly. My experience is to the contrary. It's very different from Boston. Central Vermont has some interesting spots, such as the Joseph Smith memorial at South Royalton. Chrisnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5356114186987252972.post-43853661303481813752015-09-23T13:02:06.859-04:002015-09-23T13:02:06.859-04:00I am so happy for you and proud as well! I knew yo...I am so happy for you and proud as well! I knew your knowledge, personality and intellect would not go unappreciated and that you would eventually land on your feet.<br /><br />Yes, the climate change for you is going to get some getting used to, but the Autumns there are beautiful, the snow in wintertime is beautiful and the summers are incredibly nice as well.<br /><br />Not to mention the political climate! Vermont used to be one of the most conservative states, but now it is one of the most liberal. A MUCH better place for a gay guy.<br /><br />So losing that job where you were not fully appreciated might very well turn out to be a blessing in disguise. Best wishes going forward!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10298823814652368029noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5356114186987252972.post-62015126162573467942015-09-23T12:55:36.516-04:002015-09-23T12:55:36.516-04:00Oh My God! I have been checking the site every day...Oh My God! I have been checking the site every day and keeping my fingers crossed and sending positive thoughts out to the central HR department of the Universe. I am so happy for you!Nikkihttp://www.fridaville.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5356114186987252972.post-12239959463773968762015-09-23T12:52:05.060-04:002015-09-23T12:52:05.060-04:00Forgot to mention as natugesetz has recommandation...Forgot to mention as natugesetz has recommandations... <br /><br />Be sure to have some «snow tires» on you car to have a better traction in winter weather..<br /><br />Here, in Province de Québec, they're obligatory from Dec. 15 to March 15... <br />I'll get mine installed on my car on Dec 2.. <br /><br />For the rest, you'll easily ajust to all Vermont's specificity.JiELhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03290330475832440721noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5356114186987252972.post-44230726633558117032015-09-23T12:43:45.210-04:002015-09-23T12:43:45.210-04:00OMG!
Congratulations and I'm SURE that you&#...OMG! <br /><br />Congratulations and I'm SURE that you'll love that NEW LIFE... <br /><br />Maybe some weather will be a bit cold but I'm sure that the warmth of the people of Vermont will take care of your heart...<br /><br />Funny twist of Destiny, yesterday, I had a contact with a 49yo man, David, from Burlington who is interested to meet me. He often comes to Montreal to visit a good friend of his. <br /><br />Now, the moment is of celebrating YOUR BIG NEWS. <br />Hope that they could help you to relocate but, no matter what, this is a move that will be the most positive in your life.. <br /><br />You'll be able to get out of your closet for sure.. <br />To change the name of your blog I'd suggest to name it:"The Liberated Professor".<br />Or maybe:"The Freedom Professor"...<br /><br />You made my day and all my best wishes my friend.<br />JiELhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03290330475832440721noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5356114186987252972.post-12795402734380400122015-09-23T11:48:59.904-04:002015-09-23T11:48:59.904-04:00Congratulations, You'll get used to the winter...Congratulations, You'll get used to the winter weather, everyone does. We're in upstate New York.<br /><br />My wife is a graduate of Middlebury College and we have lots of friends all over the state. It's a great place. Warm clothes and layers (Vermont Country Store is a great source)are the answer to make winter weather fun and a pleasure.<br /><br />Pack light for house hunting and get up there to start looking.<br /><br />Gerrygerryhoughnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5356114186987252972.post-60402722816880549042015-09-23T11:48:51.434-04:002015-09-23T11:48:51.434-04:00As part of the epiphany, you can with pride change...As part of the epiphany, you can with pride change the following in "About Me" "I am a historian (currently unemployed and sometimes college adjunct) who lives in the South" to "I am a historian (working at a museum) who lives in the Northeast". Yay, indeed! And, yes, the best news is your father's words. How and why can parents be so mean to their children? Why don't they accept them as they are, sexual orientation included?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5356114186987252972.post-76159762135434748422015-09-23T11:18:06.681-04:002015-09-23T11:18:06.681-04:00Yay! and Congratulations!
This is great news, and...Yay! and Congratulations!<br /><br />This is great news, and I'm really happy for you. And what a bonus that your father was finally able to say he's proud of you.<br /><br />Clothing tip: long underwear, both tops and bottoms. You'll also need hats scarves and gloves. But if you dress warmly, you'll be fine in the Vermont winter.<br /><br />Driving in snow can be a challenge. The main thing is not to lose traction, so don't accelerate too fast or brake hard (pumping the brakes is often a good idea). Just take it easy.naturgesetzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15268507379933286863noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5356114186987252972.post-79146548815825062722015-09-23T10:58:42.975-04:002015-09-23T10:58:42.975-04:00I also had thought Vermont Professor might work as...I also had thought <i>Vermont Professor</i> might work as a title. But maybe, and here I am thinking of Lucy's sign on her psychiatrist booth, <i>The Professor Is Out</i>. Or <i>Yellowhammer Up North</i>. <br /><br />I forgot to mention before that I was thinking of you as I drove back home from the gym this morning, wondering if you had heard the news yet. It was a delight to discover that you had and that the answer was what we had all hoped it would be. You started my day off great! Thanks you!Michael Doddhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00942287172727040371noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5356114186987252972.post-75828291196772745482015-09-23T09:44:29.859-04:002015-09-23T09:44:29.859-04:00Congratulations! It's an epiphany! (Perhaps ...Congratulations! It's an epiphany! (Perhaps you could do a thought piece on that concept?)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5356114186987252972.post-17021451215056903522015-09-23T09:06:02.898-04:002015-09-23T09:06:02.898-04:00I am very happy for you. Have been to Vermont and ...I am very happy for you. Have been to Vermont and found it very beautiful and full of history. Congratulations on your new position. dl.mileyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02030210295998261369noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5356114186987252972.post-30183136926068184922015-09-23T08:49:14.748-04:002015-09-23T08:49:14.748-04:00Great news! Congratulations!Great news! Congratulations!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5356114186987252972.post-56112148719228384692015-09-23T08:42:57.059-04:002015-09-23T08:42:57.059-04:00CONGRATULATIONS, JOE!!! I am bursting with happine...CONGRATULATIONS, JOE!!! I am bursting with happiness that you got the job you wanted; the one that was "the right fit." What wonderful news on the first day of Fall. There is nothing so fulfilling as having a job you love. I hope it turns out to be everything you want it to be. Good luck and enjoy it all. :-)<br /><br />As for the new blog title I suggest: The Vermont Professor.Susanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15705603797740188813noreply@blogger.com