Submitted by Something-Fierce t3_11dvpyv in Washington
Why or why not?
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Baked_Cheeto t1_jab56eq wrote
Yes. I like the rain and being left alone
thesmallestwaffle t1_jabcauw wrote
Yes and no! I’m born and raised here and so 98% of my family is here— if we weren’t so rooted, I might consider a move.
I moved once for work (to Arizona), but couldn’t stand the constant sun/heat.
I love the fresh air (when there’s no wildfire smoke lol), fresh seafood and produce, how green everything is, proximity to water and Canada. I struggle with living here during January and February.
steven-daniels t1_jad30d0 wrote
Health care, marriage equality, no income tax, and legal weed. What's not to love?
justpickituplease t1_jab9mzi wrote
I like Eastern Washington . 4 seasons, mountains, rivers and streams and best of all less people. High taxes that include a very high gas tax are a big negative. Tough to be a small business owner
Anaxamenes t1_jab7360 wrote
It’s a little close to Idaho but what can you do?
fatmanchoo t1_jab86b0 wrote
Is that a good or bad thing? There's always Aberdeen for those wishing to get as far away from Idaho.
manos_de_pietro t1_jab9cbu wrote
Yeah, but then you're in... Aberdeen.
fatmanchoo t1_jab9mvk wrote
But far from Idaho.
Also, there's Forks for those that want to be far from EVERYONE and EVERYTHING.
IamPlantHead t1_jabptrq wrote
… you take that… no you’re absolutely 100% correct. I hear it way too often but this place is “the forgotten realm of reality..”
Do I like living here in Washington? Yes and no. Yes, because it’s the first place that I moved to without any care or opinions of my family. Picked a place on the map and moved to Sequim. All with two backpacks, a duffel bag and a box with my bike in it. One of my siblings called me a “selfish bastard.” For not considering them first. Oh well., I am out here. Have a family now. Also the green, and the weather. (I have lived in Minnesota for winters and summers, I have lived in Southern California out near Palm Springs), No, because Forks is small, it’s redneck, and it’s not super friendly to outsiders (despite what is said).
RakaYourWorld t1_jabrnkg wrote
Please don't use the term redneck. I'm not one to get offended, but I grew up in Kentucky and every presumes people in Kentucky have no shoes, running water, and are "Rednecks" You don't know how blessed you are until you've spent 20 years in Eastern Kentucky. So please, just stop.
IamPlantHead t1_jac1ocq wrote
You might have lived somewhere where that term is by definition Redneck. But did you think there is other places in the country it also applies? I never said anything about “no shoes” “running water”. If you wanna go that route. Then yes I have lived in places that fit that definition. But if your definition of “redneck” is hillbilly. Than I can even use that describe or “presume” your definition. With places I lived or even of Forks., or the immediate surrounding areas.
RakaYourWorld t1_jacxvp3 wrote
Why can't we all just have a little respect for each other? Why are some insulting, degrading words worth not saying in fear of offending me, but others are okay? I don't wanna argue, just saying that I moved away from eastern Kentucky to start a new life and I've had to deal with this type of shit for years. That's all I was trying to say.
IamPlantHead t1_jadachs wrote
When I used Redneck the first time it wasn’t an insult. My definition was based off what is seen in a dictionary: “rural laboring class”. There was no disrespect. There are two major jobs or laboring jobs here in Forks: Logging and working at the prison/correction center. Of course there are more jobs out here. But again that’s part of the “rural laboring class.” .. Now if you were thinking of the slang/degrading term term for Redneck “no shoes” “running water”,. Or what people equate to Redneck., than that’s on you. And for that I am sorry. Never meant it as such. .. I moved to Washington to start a new life too. My dad had just died. My great grandma, and my aunt died all within six months of each other. My girlfriend at the time was cheating on me. Had a few friends kill themselves, kinda a sucky time. Also had one major surgery since my dad’s death. What did I do? I moved. Enough was enough. … I am happy you got out of Kentucky. Sounds like it was really horrible. No one should have to go through that.
RakaYourWorld t1_jadkfwg wrote
My life story and why I'm in Washington is in my post history. I'm sorry I took it the wrong way. Just very used to people being nasty. I'm also sorry that you had to go through all that. Events like that change a person. Clearly it made you a better person.
LiveNet2723 t1_jaeyqac wrote
But not in Hoquiam.
manos_de_pietro t1_jaezsty wrote
Pick your poison, I guess.
hadenoughoverit336 t1_jacnsz9 wrote
I moved here four months ago from Mississippi. The difference is like night and day in a very positive way. I love the landscape. We have the best of both worlds here. The ocean, the mountains, and the forest. It's beautiful.
RoganIsMyDawg t1_jad8xey wrote
Just wait till summer/fall! You'll fall in love all over again (as long as it's not a smoke filled dystopia summer)
hadenoughoverit336 t1_jad93x8 wrote
I'm looking forward to it! I can't wait to get out and find some sea glass.
Critical-Ordinary751 t1_jadiecb wrote
Welcome! I am so glad you like it here
cross20 t1_jae4ooq wrote
What part of Mississippi? I moved here from Mississippi in August
hadenoughoverit336 t1_jae4tvp wrote
The Gulf Coast.
cross20 t1_jae5nko wrote
Oh nice! I didn’t get to go down there as much as I would’ve liked. I spent two years in the Jackson area before moving here
PNW_MDF t1_jab849j wrote
Yes. The weather and the fresh, local produce and meats.
lilu_66 t1_jabfdzi wrote
For me it’s the best place on earth; I feel lucky to be here
Hops_n_Boost t1_jacjhmd wrote
I agree. Have lived and traveled to a lot of places and this is the best.
RakaYourWorld t1_jabr8lb wrote
You haven't traveled a lot have you? Because I have and Washington is a complete shit show of a state.
AdventureBum t1_jadiv0c wrote
I love traveling and have been to 47 states. I prefer WA to all of them.
RakaYourWorld t1_jadkqkn wrote
Wow. I wish so much I could travel that much. Respect.
Old-AF t1_jade113 wrote
I have traveled a lot, and there is no place better. Either you don’t live here, or you’re a Trumper.
RakaYourWorld t1_jadjio0 wrote
A trumpet lmao. I live in southwestern Washington, I also don't get into politics at all. What are you? 12?
1dad1kid t1_jabbd75 wrote
For the most part. The "freeze" is difficult for an extroverted person.
Swagnasty95 t1_jabpyzn wrote
What's the freeze?
ok-moni t1_jacg0p0 wrote
it’s referring to the seattle freeze - meaning that generally people are not the most talkative/friendly. i live in a smallish town about an hour from seattle and find people to be incredibly friendly though!
1dad1kid t1_jack8gv wrote
And the freeze can extend beyond Seattle. Can be difficult to make friends in many parts of the state
Critical-Ordinary751 t1_jadiosn wrote
I just smile and look at people dead in the eye and say hello
1dad1kid t1_jadwgy7 wrote
It is occasionally entertaining when they look a bit panicked because I have greeted them lol
Critical-Ordinary751 t1_jadza3c wrote
Yes!!!! That is fun but I give it my best smile plus my husky is really friendly they have no choice
1dad1kid t1_jadzmkv wrote
Always easier with a pooch
createmoar t1_jabikyv wrote
I chose to be here. Never regretted making the move. This state is beautiful.
peffervescence t1_jabl7il wrote
I’ve lived in a lot of different places. There’s no place more beautiful than Washington.
RakaYourWorld t1_jabrva4 wrote
Sorry, but if that's your opinion, you haven't lived every many places at all. Washington is beautiful....in certain places. Most of the others are Garbage bins. Please travel a bit more before assuming that Washington is paradise on earth.
peffervescence t1_jabto21 wrote
There’s always that one person who feels the uncontrollable need to shit on something demonstrably awesome. Welcome to the party. I’m sorry you have to live with being you.
RakaYourWorld t1_jacz1fn wrote
I'm sorry I have to live with being me as well. My post history will tell you all you need to know about why I'm a negative a-hole. I'm working on myself, and my mental healh. It's just that why takes only a few moments to happen, or in my case years, can take a lifetime to fix. I wasn't trying to shit on anything either. Just dropping my opinion based on what I've seen in western and eastern washington. White pass is a sight to behold.
peffervescence t1_jad1dc3 wrote
I hope you get the help you need.
RakaYourWorld t1_jad1qf7 wrote
Thanks, That means a lot honestly. I've been in therapy, and seeing a pysche doctor for almost a decade and it's a journey honestly. Especially when the on medicine that helps you isn't covered by insurance.
RakaYourWorld t1_jabu5c9 wrote
I'm not. I love being truthful. Oh the other hand, I'm sorry you have to move to Washington in order to realize what is considered a "Beautiful state". You've clearly never been downtown Tacoma, Seattle, etc. I'm sorry you're so salty like you're "Favorite" shithole is. Truth is hard to accept sometimes kiddo.
peffervescence t1_jabw2o7 wrote
If you’re judging the beauty of a state based on what’s wrong with its urban centers, you’re not going to be happy anywhere. Face facts, you’re just a super negative person.
IamPlantHead t1_jac2sxu wrote
Well said. Completely agree with you. Yeah some of the rural areas do suck here in Washington. But that doesn’t cancel out the sheer beauty of the truly beautiful and amazing places we have around here in Washington. It’s like for me. Like in my comment I lived in Minnesota near the Mississippi River. And wasn’t far from Headwaters, or even the Boundary Waters (I actually recommend visiting there.) because it’s stunning. And heck even some of the small towns a great. Stillwater Minnesota is cute “little” town. I lived in Southern California out near Palm Springs Joshua Tree Park is beautiful for the nights sky’s. Lived in Florida near alligator alley. Absolutely hated it there but still pretty. There is beauty in every place. And sadly there is a lot of ugly too. Whether the people who inhabit the area or the actual landscape.
RakaYourWorld t1_jacydvp wrote
I lived in southlake union for 6 months. That's literally downtown. You seem like you're having a bad day and I'm sorry for that. I hope it gets better. I also worked at pike's place market and that was a great experience, because you get to meet and greet people from all walks of life.
IamPlantHead t1_jadb5dt wrote
Pikes Place is awesome for people watching or to meet and greet people. That’s the only real part of Seattle my wife and I like..
RoganIsMyDawg t1_jada6f9 wrote
One of my favorite views is driving north on I-5 in Seattle just before the 520 exit, when the sun is low and casts a shadow of my vehicle on the imposing freeway wall to my right, looking out over lake union, past the ships and waterways of Fremont to catch a glimpse of the snow peaked Olympic mountains.
Driving into Seattle over lake Washington two weeks ago, the Olympics were shining, the mountain was out, and then driving home the sun was setting on the cascades.
Beauty is everywhere here if you're looking for it.
The_Red_Pillz t1_jabssua wrote
Holy crap, glad someone is also saying it. It's such a junkyard in some parts and I don't understand why given the wealth of the state.
RakaYourWorld t1_jabt920 wrote
Because of they idiots they elect, to be honest. I've lived here for about 7 1/2 years, and been waiting on ANYTHING to change. It hasn't. When news stations in Washington's favor put out video like "Seattle is dying" with a 2 hour documentary.....well it isn't good news. Not to mention the biggest job employer has decided to move out of Seattle for "Worker safety" and etc. You know it's bad. Either way, Washington USED to be awesome, and is now a landfill of bad politics and horrible crime/homelessness.
walkinguphills t1_jacfq2x wrote
Yes, can't imagine a better place to live. I was born here, though, so I am likely not a good example. We have such a wide range of geography (ocean, mountains, rivers, desert, farms), a good range of seasonal changes, so much green, and decent career opportunities.
ok-moni t1_jacfr7a wrote
Moved here from Illinois. Yes 1,000 times over. I giggle internally hearing people complain about the apparent cold (at least where i live). it’s mild here.
ckash27 t1_jadcp4o wrote
Same! I tell everyone 30 degrees is grilling outside in shorts weather back in Chicago lol
Comfortable_Sweet_47 t1_jabayqe wrote
It's a thousand times better than Montana
Forsaken_Care t1_jabl31k wrote
I dunno know, been here a year and we're still on the fence.
Comfortable_Sweet_47 t1_jabldmt wrote
I don't think I'd have fun if I stayed a year on a fence, not very comfortable.
Forsaken_Care t1_jabm4ye wrote
When you're favorite kind of living can be found between Great Falls and Sweetgrass, even eastern Washington comes up a little short. The biggest issue is getting the kids acclimated. But, when you have a good job, it's hard to say no to a move.
Comfortable_Sweet_47 t1_jabn37v wrote
I will never deny the beauty of Western Montana. Just that its good for disabled people who can no longer spend alot of time outdoors.
D0NG_WATER t1_jab7y41 wrote
I used to
hapatra98edh t1_jabxwfm wrote
💯I was born here. Used to love it, but I keep seeing things get worse and worse every year. Housing costs, food costs, homelessness rate, burglary rate, drug abuse rate. I know it’s happening in a lot of places but it’s hard to not see failed policy after failed policy and not blame the incompetent politicians who only seem to get elected because the other guy is a trump republican.
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Cuidado_roboto t1_jad0ol7 wrote
I was lucky enough to have had a good education and training to do what I love here in Washington. I’m also pretty lucky that I was able to afford a home before prices skyrocketed in an area that suddenly became a landlord/real estate investor’s paradise. I’m seeing a lot of misery in hard working folks who are being priced out of their dreams here and a lot of callousness from the folks who “got theirs.” I love it, but it’s breaking my heart. But that’s not just Washington, tbh. EDIT: The beauty of our state is beyond measure. Get out and experience it.
Luna_Panda31 t1_jabwq2d wrote
No. Grew up in lake Stevens. Washington is too expensive sadly. That’s the only reason why I don’t like it
bowlofjello t1_jacgiib wrote
Yeah. I like the west side of the state more than the east side of the state. Moving to the east side was a mistake
Rainmoearts t1_jacuywr wrote
I thought I didn't because I've lived here for 40 years. Left and came back 10 months later. It's just beautiful here and surprisingly the people are nicer than where I was at least. Lots of nature to see. Beautiful skies and Water!!! Just high cost of living.
Crazyboreddeveloper t1_jacyxk0 wrote
I love it. It’s beautiful here. It’s very expensive though. I’d like to live here forever but I’m not sure I’d even be able to afford a house here.
ZimofZord t1_jab6j38 wrote
Will let you know soon, I have friends that love it though and others have hat moved elsewhere for a better job.
The_Red_Pillz t1_jabqp0c wrote
I don't know. Opportunity is good, there's everything I need, I'm comfortable.
But people are strange, and it's lonely. Everyone talks about the beauty of the state but I don't see it. It's so dull and there are just roads everywhere, it's not walkable. If there is beauty I guess you gotta drive 2 hours away to see it? Some days it feels like I'm living in a junkyard. I thought it was just Everett, but it feels like the whole Seattle area is like that, haven't found a place that clicks.
Ex: you look up "beach" on Google Maps and in theory there are plenty around but they're tiny and inaccessible. Same for parks, half of the park is a parking lot. I don't get it.
Dannyp425 t1_jacg0gz wrote
Well no wonder you don’t see beauty you live in Everett 😂. WA us absolutely gorgeous you just gotta get out of the ghetto to see it.
bananapanther7 t1_jac1wn3 wrote
I haven’t lived there…yet. But perspective is important.
We’re about to move to Washington from Texas. I welcome open roads, trees, water, rain and isolation. I’ve lived in Dallas the last 5 years and the heat is literally killing me and my 2 young boys. Not to mention the violent drivers. I’m ready for access to waterfalls, ocean, trees, hills, precipitation. We’re looking to embrace all the ‘negatives’ that Washington has to offer and look forward to it.
It’s all about perspective.
ok-moni t1_jacg8ez wrote
coming from illinois, to me the beauty is literally everywhere here in washington. i’ve been to most of the states, and this one stands out majorly. sometimes i meet people who are from here that also don’t see the beauty, it genuinely confuses me. the summertime here is the absolute best. endless things to do and it’s all stunning.
Bambamskater t1_jadnooa wrote
I love it here. Washington turned me into an outdoorsy person. We are incredibly lucky to have such beautiful areas to hike.
I live in Tacoma & honestly I love it. Tacoma is a bit gritty but so am I. This community is great.
keltzy88 t1_jabfipf wrote
Absolutely
CursedTurtleKeynote t1_jabky9l wrote
It's better than dying in Washington?
Vogelkop_Superb t1_jablyp8 wrote
I love it, and I don't; the Spring, Summer, And Fall are beautiful. The mountains and forests here are to die for. The winters are so harsh here that we get no sunlight, which affects my mental health. I wouldn't want to live anywhere else three seasons out of the year. 😆
MatticusFC t1_jae827f wrote
Winters are so mild here compared to a lot of the country, though. To me, a Midwest winter is harsh.
Vogelkop_Superb t1_jaek05a wrote
Oh yeah, North Dakota winters are so gloomy 😅
Timbers-creek t1_jad2ew0 wrote
Yes, moved to Bremerton at 19. Been here since, at 41 I don’t want to leave. My kids are here & now I’m in Spokane. Absolutely love it here in WA.
TheTarquin t1_jadj47g wrote
It's pretty clutch, yeah.
setmysoulfree2 t1_jadm6sa wrote
I have lived here for 43 years. I have seen a lot of changes in those years and continue to do so. The continual growing population and the rising cost of living. Open spaces being turned into housing developments. People having a difficult time finding a place to rent. The housing market values reaching six figures plus. The increasing numbers of the homeless.
On the other side, yes, Washington state is extraordinary beautiful in all of it natural beauty. Within an hour's drive, you can walk, hike, bike and ski to your heart's pleasure and content.
The only thing that I have a very difficult time with mentally is the "Dark Season". This is from November to early February, when there is a great loss of daylight and much darkness.
IMHO, this state is very conservative. If I didn't have family here, I would move to Oregon.
Haisha4sale t1_jadmbk3 wrote
Yes. Love the dramatic seasons, the natural beauty, no income tax.
datscrazee t1_jab7im1 wrote
Yee
Feisty-Ninja-7667 t1_jabfk3n wrote
I love it here but the past 2-3 years has me feeling differently about it. We’ll mainly Seattle since that’s where I live and I’m watching it turn to shit everyday.
chromecod t1_jad36eo wrote
Lived here all my life ( 70 years ). I'd love it 2 hours to ocean or mountains. Jump over mountains to the east side for a change. Most all my friends are here some all the back to junior high plus the friends I've made over the years.
zer04ll t1_jadii0g wrote
It is one of the prettiest places in the USA and I love being outside here only rainforest in the US. For the most part, people are nice enough, not southern hospitality nice but nice enough and there is good food!
The amount of Nazis in this state is alarming however, I thought TX had its issues but they straight up are open about it here. I found out Oregon was founded as a whites-only state so its not surprising that they are near the border close to Portland and the WA capital.
Keeper-of-the-Mead t1_jadyxzn wrote
We lived here a few decades ago and then moved away. As soon as we retired, we moved back and love it still. Several of our kids who were raised in Washington and also moved away are now living here too. So glad we moved back!
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Masculine_Teacup t1_jab7y4n wrote
I like jojos. That's the main selling point of being here.
I don't really like to run here. Too chilly.
Faroutman1234 t1_jabhwyq wrote
Hate the rain but it beats sub zero temps and snow.
katcomesback t1_jabjbyj wrote
it’s beautiful but expensive and rainy/muddy so it’s eh. I have horses so that makes it more eh than average
shlopro t1_jacr2vj wrote
HELL YEAH. This state is beautiful and the people on the west coast are kind. Over here in the center of the country its kinda a shithole, but still naturally beautiful.
Old-AF t1_jaddpyt wrote
LOVE IT! I’ve traveled extensively in the US and there is no place better. Do I wish we had a fairer tax system? Yes, but we’re working on that with the Capital Gains tax.
Beaverhausen27 t1_jade47z wrote
Yes it’s beautiful here and the weather to me is good, I guess I’m part duck. Also have you saw some of the horror show level shit going on in other states? No thank you.
Critical-Ordinary751 t1_jadi7wu wrote
I moved around but always came back and would never live anywhere else ( maybe Ireland)
AdventureBum t1_jadigjp wrote
Love it. I’ve been to 47 states including Alaska and Hawaii, and I wouldn’t want to live anywhere else. The scenery, the culture, the politics, the weather…I love everything about it here.
NohPhD t1_jadmtfv wrote
Yes, having lived around much of the US, I love SW WA and hopefully am in my forever home.
Downside:
I get affected by Seasonal Affective Disorder but I installed a 1000W metal halide grow light in a garage bay. I sit under that for an hour or two per day (reading) and it helps tremendously with SAD and only cost $0.07-$0.15 per day for ‘treatment.’ I have to wear sunglasses, lol.
My dog tracks in so much mud it’s terrible.
Always have the Cascadia fault in mind, but no different from California and San Andreas fault.
Weeds grow, well like weeds.
Good restaurants are few and far between in our rural area.
Upside: Air is extremely clean here. (Forest fires are almost always east and downwind of where we live.). There’s plentiful water here, seafood too. Hunting & fishing is outstanding Get a few days of snow and enough cold days for good fruit production. Cost of living is very reasonable. Mountains and ocean are both an easy hour drive away. Population density is very low, people are friendly. No state income tax! Finally got rid of 4 Mbps DSL (thanks Elon)
ANGraves t1_jadn5wd wrote
Yup.
Gwtheyrn t1_jadroii wrote
I love living in WA. The Olympic Peninsula is paradise on Earth.
ScreamyPeanut t1_jadrpbd wrote
I love the beauty and climate here in Washington. Its the best state I have found for recreation. I am here for the long haul. But it is the most sexist and whitest state I have ever lived in. It is also the most corporate, business friendly state I have lived in. Great for employers, not great for workers. No income tax, but property taxes are really high.
Quack100 t1_jadt8al wrote
Yes.
ItsaNumbersGame_ t1_jadu800 wrote
I moved here 2 months ago, grew up in AZ and lived in So Cal for the last 8 years, and I am really loving it so far. Love the green landscape, the mountains, fresh air, water and traffic is not terrible. I do miss the great Chinese food from LA, but other than that everything is perfect here.
ComplexOk5954 t1_jadx7bc wrote
Kinda want to move there and see how it is, so curious to know everyone’s opinion
KyngRZ420 t1_jaexups wrote
Yes to the legal cannabis and it's prices, no to the snow and Hell no to the lack thereof black people.
aj_thatdude t1_jabcfl1 wrote
Moved here last April, love it
YewSonOfBeach t1_jabg1ez wrote
It was great until you asked, giggles in Redditor
EmergencyHairy t1_jacca3e wrote
Eastern Washington yes! Over to the coastal side , no!
RakaYourWorld t1_jabr0ce wrote
No. The weather is shit, people are very cold and hard to get to know, and the law enforcement are super ego type shit. Oregon, like it or not(IDGAF) is the better version of Washington. I came up here to start over, and within a year realized I had fucked up badly in my decision. It's beautiful, but that's about it.
nordichellhound t1_jacklb7 wrote
No I moved due to the democrats and the freedom of needing the vaccine
Irish_angel_79 t1_jab35a0 wrote
Yes I do. I love the beauty of the land .