But if I'm moving an hour away, why not move farther? I was born, raised and have lived 31 out of 34 years in California and I just can't fathom why anyone would choose to live here anymore. I bought a house in Southern Oregon 4 years ago and moved up here full time a year ago thanks to the pandemic. I really hope I never have to move back.
Southern Oregon is a far cry from Texas and Florida as the top comment mentions. I don't see how either of those states would factor in especially for my partner who champions women's and LGBTQ+ rights...
