… Just Another Day, living in the hood

Still "unpacking" the idea that I might be happiest living in a small town.  Hell, a *tiny* town, even.  Though it makes no sense that houses here are as expensive as they are in Minneapolis, I still would like to live here for a while.  But, Portland is also a draw.  I need to identify as many pros/cons about each place to assess what I should do.  I really think this time in Brevard is going to expand my perspective quite a bit.  I feel the conflict of "letting go".. but, as I attempt to deduce *exactly* what it is I think that I am letting go of, I come up short.  I don't *need* a Best Buy... or .. well, that's the only store I can think of at the moment.


Vancouver, WA
No state income tax
Not *as* crazy as Portland
Epic trails everywhere

Portland, OR
It's fucking Portland.  I've wanted to live there since the 90's.
Still can access "winter" if/when I want to
Amazing stuff nearby (ocean, crater lake, Seattle, etc...)


Spearfish, SD
No state income tax
Tons of outdoor activities
Close to CO
Flight options likely suck
Winter would not be awesome


Brevard, NC
I kind of feel that it's overpriced

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