I haven't lived across the country, but I have lived in five different states and been to about 36 of the 50 states. Southeast CT I loved and still do have a fond memory of it. And, I did live in different parts of the state. However, for a guy like me trying to make something of myself, CT was not it. All my friends that I grew up with and were doing well, left. The econemy sucks and taxes, cost of living are huge. If you are financially well, or content and don't mind the winters, CT is great. Like just about everywhere, there is good and bad. Life is about finding those places where most of life is good for you. But, you will never find it unless you try.