I've lived in several different states, been in CT for 15 and firmly believe southeastern CT is one of the best places I've lived. My job brought me here, and if I lose it some day, I'll probably make a career change and figure out how to stay here.

Other places I've lived ...

Minnesota: Great place to grow up and raise a family, nice people, but long, tough winters. Not much cultural diversity. Occasional tornadoes in summer.

Northern California: I love the San Francisco area, but if you thought CT was expensive, try moving to CA. Taxes and the cost of living in CT is cheap compared to CA. The crowding and traffic in the SF Bay area are horrendous. The SF area is one of the most liberal places on the planet. That works for me, but not for many from New England. Earthquakes.

New Jersey: Ugh. Spent two years there and couldn't get out soon enough.

Philadelphia: An extension of New Jersey.

Upstate NY: Another great place to live that reminds me very much of Minnesota. A good place for outdoorsmen if you're into fishing, hunting and skiing. Higher taxes than CT. Saratoga Springs is one of my favorite small cities. No salt water.