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| Just a few thoughts - 2/2/2013
I have grown up in Minnesota, Saint Paul, MN to be exact. I have lived in Woodbury, Eagan, Bloomington, Apple Valley, Minneapolis and now Eden Prairie. I do have to say I am not a fan of winter although the snowfall is very beautiful here, but we do have harsh winters. I think if you’re prepared for it, it’s not so bad. My Mother loves it here best she loves the idea of having a cup of j cocoa sitting by the cracking fire and snuggling up with a good book or movie. While my brother loves skiing and playing in the snow with his friends. Besides Apple Valley, Eden Prairie is my favorite place to live. Has great education with the Eden Prairie, high school and near Minnetonka East Middle school two schools. EP has the EP Mall and many stores and shops. I guess what I love most is the fact that I have the luxury of private suburban living and the convenience of having all the stores I love in driving and sometimes walking distance. Eden Prairie is very clean. They are very on top of handling crime and sometimes overly cautious (depending on who is your neighbor)! Eden Prairie likes to help its own. We have so many people who love to donate food, clothes, furniture and so much more and if you live in the area you have access to this help. And no one gives away rags it’s all very good quality and many times name brand items. It can be really expensive to live in this city but I do love what it has to offer. I am conveniently located by 3 highways so my commute is very easy and I have options when roads are closed or what have you. I do have to agree with everyone who mentioned the culture shock you have if you are not used to passive aggressive behavior. I have heard many people say most of the people they met in MN are "fake". Most people don’t think I’m from here because I’m so upfront. So if you are more outspoken you may appear rude or unruly in these parts of town. Because people can be more manipulative, and it is more important to be wise in how you handle people or you will look like the villain. Now knowing that, you can have a great life here especially if you love biking, walking, hiking, theater, shopping, and eating out. Minnesota offers great restaurants and places for couples or families.[read more...]
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| Eden Prairie, MN - 5/13/2008
I could no agree more Kyle... I have grown up here, and Kyle put it very well... long cold winters and very short, but nice summers... Great schools and education! Good for some sports but other than that, its NOT a really "FUN" place to live...[read more...]
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| I've lived here over 20 years - 2/6/2007
I'm 23 and I've been here since I was one. Currently, I'm looking to move away. I thought I'd share my comments about EP since there are none.
PROS: This is a very safe city to live in. There is one part that is shady, but that's it. Few weirdos anywhere you go, but hey, that's life.
CONS: Unless you are materialistic, shallow, and self-centered, I would not recommend raising children here. The community has become very high salary over the last ten years. The kids in the school system are pretty shut off to anyone that isn't in their own clique. Meeting new people here is nearly impossible unless you work with them. I went to Normandale Community College, and most of the friends I made there lived in Bloomington (which I would much more recommend).
Restaurants are very homogenous. You could find them anywhere. The only unique restaurant I could think of is EP Vietnamese Cuisine. If you go into Minneapolis or St. Paul frequently, or wish to for social activities, work, etc. then this is the LAST place you should live. I go to school in St. Paul and it takes about half an hour to get there without traffic. EP once bordered the country side. People are now moving further away to Chaska and Chanhassen, so I guess it's not too bad. SW Metro bus depot is good is you work downtown.
For the most part, it's rich, stuck up, and a far drive from anything. If you make +$100K a year, and love really cold winters, this place is for you.[read more...]
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