Hi there Maebug! I live in southern MO right now, but am for the PNW also...that'll always be 'home'! You do know that the 'salt' gets in your blood, right? I grew up a block off the bay across from Seattle. Have always lived in the country, but close enough to go into town for fabric with no problem! Now I'm 17 miles from the closest Wal-mart...ugh! Much rather go on into Branson or Springfield to great LQS! Take care & welocme to the board! :)