I have lived many places as I come from military - and the place I felt I loved best was New England. We lived in NewHampshire - many years ago.

I loved the four seasons. The winters were cold but that is great for me since I really hate heat. I loved the beaches - being able to drive a few minutes and then see the ocean. The air feels cleaner and fresher there. I loved the seafood!! I recall being able to go to the local drive-in and ordering a cone full of clams. FRESH shellfish is so easy to find and that is my favorite - oysters, clams, shrimp. Oh and the lobster!!! I loved the local color, the accents. I loved the style of the homes. I loved being able to go to what felt like the biggest city I know -Boston. I loved taking the subway and being able to shop in big department store - then go back to my small town. I loved the color of the countryside in the fall and that anticipation of winter.

We are now retired on Ohio and I like the weather and we finally own a home and have settled with family nearby. I am pretty sure we will remain here - but when you posted this thread, it made me think of NewEngland. I don't know how similar it still is but that is the area I feel drawn to