Maybe the time has come for the VI to become a state of the US, with a Member of Congress (with voting power) and 2 senators.

I should have been more specific. Mid-80s during the day, contrasted with highs of 100+ on the mainland.

Just got a round-trip ticket on Seaborne St Croix - St Thomas. Senior card saved me $10. 🙂

Green Cay Marina fees: Daily $2.00/foot; monthly $20/foot. Liveaboard rate $25/foot/month. Pool and tennis courts included. Galleon Restaurant on...

Here in St. Croix, it's nearly always 85 degrees F, plus or minus a few degrees, and there is always a pleasant breeze (most of the island). The ...

Bryon, Big difference. Your father had a job. You can get lots of good advice in this forum. Some of that good advice is above. Also, see ...

Jones Marina on the Boardwalk is less expensive. Tamarind Reef/Green Cay is considered a hurricane hole and has lots of amenities.

I started my career in El Paso in 1958 and loved the sunshine and Texas Western football. I guess I'm part-Texan!

As usual, I agree with Linda J. $10,000 is reasonable. I offered this advice earlier: Do a "scenario budget": best case, middle case, worst case....

EZ, Thanks for that! I have a Honda, too.

I agree with Linda J. Let me know if you find a nice place for $700. :@) I'm a fairly frugal guy living alone, and my electric bill is about $240...

Having just returned from a week in Europe, I stopped at Pueblo for groceries. Using my Senior Citizen I.D. Card saved me over $7. Not a big amo...

"run down"? How about "charming"!

There are many medical folks here at Ocean Terrace in Estate Orange Grove. It's maybe 15-20 minutes' drive to the hospital.

Give them a call. Anyone have a correct number? The number that was on a card left at my neighbor's door was a wrong number.

Condo row? My favorite is Sugar Beach. All units on the beach.

My Honda Fit Sport is one of the most reliable cars with the best value, according to the car magazines. Hondas are popular here on STX. I bought...

I registered to vote this week. In all, it took me about 10 minutes. Everyone was professional and pleasant. While in the office, I saw a video p...

I have had no contact by anyone regarding the census. I completed my form, but it rests unattended on my shelf. I guess they will miss one more r...

I chose STX over STT because I dislike crowds. STJ is out of my price range.

I use Broadband VI for Internet. Just under $50/month. Excellent service.

No problem here on Estate Orange Grove STX.

I'll start a new thread on the criminal justice system.

I've been a prosecutor but never a juror. I would look forward to the experience.