Why I don’t move to a warmer climate…

Having grown up in south Minneapolis, moved around & now living in a 1st ring suburb, I can attest to the wonderful things our area has to offer.  While your own experience & expectation determine where you are comfortable, I love it here! The general quality of public schools in the Twin Cities (& Minnesota) have been celebrated nationally.  There are also many incredible private institutions.  Higher education is also nationally recognized, from the U of M to the abundant smaller private colleges scattered throughout the area.  Great medical institutions are at hand with a teaching hospital in Minneapolis & the Mayo in Rochester.

Culturally, we have museums, concert venues, theaters & nightlife.  There are food & performances from around the world, delivered by wonderful people with first-hand knowledge.

But the jewel is the urban forest: our parks, lakes & wildlife sanctuaries within the 13 county “Metro”.  Bike trails, urban cross country skiing, little downhill runs close by… do your own sports or attend any of the professional, semi-pro or college games almost any day of the year.

It’s all what you make of it.  I’ve visited other places, but I love to call the Twin Cities home!