Why we are moving to the area
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2/23/2010
My husband and I are from the Metro-Detroit area; and if you think Portland is reeling from the "economic downturn" you have seen nothing! Coming from a city that had based its ENTIRE economy on the auto industry, I can tell you that things here are really down and dirty.
We began searching for a new place to live once we settled on career choices that did not really fit into the lifestyle in the area. My husband is an artist, musician, and graphic designer, while I look to open a Holistic Wellness Center in the eventual future. Most people in the area here are not concerned with health and the west coast is an area very friendly to this type of thinking already.
We wanted an area that had an avid outdoor community, was pet friendly and very eco-conscious. We also wanted great public transportation, a varied economy, and a strong arts/music/cultural attration. The micro-breweries help too! And thankfully, I Love the rain and realize that this helps things stay lush.
After a long search, we kept coming back to Oregon. Over and over again. We looked into graduate schools and couldn't be happier about transplanting our fledgling family to the area w/in the next 6 months. Thankful also that we are into careers at this point and not just looking for a "job."
Keep up the good work Portland!
Danielle | Ferndale, MI