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I'm an East Coast woman, but I fell in love with the West.
  • There are no traffic jams in New Mexico.

    I grew up in the midwest, lived in Boston for a while, and then settled in New Mexico. Have experienced all three, I'd say "go west." Life in the West is better. People are friendlier and far less judgmental here ("that's right, you're not from Texas, but Texas loves you anyway"). Unless you are in LA, SF, or the SV ("27 exits to nowhere"), the cost of living is lower. Here people are less caught up in money and putting on a good show for the neighbors. People are less guarded and more individualistic.

    Cary seems to think that you are referring to the west coast. That might be true, but I hope you are thinking about Colorado, Texas, New Mexico, Montana, or maybe Arizona. These states have mountains and big blue, sunny skies. The vastness of the open spaces will amaze you.

    Don't get me wrong, I love Boston and New York. However, they just don't hold a candle to the West for me.

    Also, there are no traffic jams in New Mexico.

    Good luck!