10. (tie) change. new beginning. getting there via bike rides or road trips or planes. having friends visit.
9. nature. mountains. redwoods. beautifulness.
8. outdoor activities. bike trails. hiking. camping. snow sports. water sports. trails galore.
7. seasons. cherry blossoms. no need to chase fall. snow. cold. pea coats. snow men. snowball fights. 
6. big city. big buildings. lights. nightlife. public transportation. fun nearby cities- notably, portland, vancouver, san fran... well, all of california via pch.
5. job opportunities. cotn and world vision headquarters. known as both the most highly educated and most literate city in the u.s. no state income tax. its #6 on top cities for singles: http://www.forbes.com/lists/2008/3/forbeslife-cx_singles08_Seattle_2396.html 
4. there's not many things i love more than the feeling of rain drops on my skin. rain boots. cute umbrellas. playing in puddles. 
3. culture. art school. real museums. the music scene. festivals (i.e. tulip festival!). coffee shops on every corner. 
2. mars hill. good teaching. new people. new community. new challenges- being named the most 'unchurched' city in the u.s.
1. it's not florida. 
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