Reviews & Comments
Eden Prairie, MN
Just a few thoughts -
2/2/2013I 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.