I love where I live now (AZ). The biggest part of that is because of the weather. I grew up in NY state and lived in Utica as an adult for 18 years and just got tired of the long winters and dreary falls. Upstate NY is absolutely beautiful, but it was time for a change. I now don't have to shovel snow (from driveway AND roof), mow lawns, rake leaves, etc. That means more quilting time!!