Well I grew up in Northern California. Moved to Northern Washington. Moved back to Northern California. Then I moved to Oregon eight years ago. I have lived in Ashland, McMinnville, and the Portland area. Most of my native friends have adopted me because I am from the north side of the "evil down south" for witch I hold a special place for in my heart. I have to say being from the coastal region in northern california I am right at home here. Love it. Will be here for a while longer(at least untill I get a bug to move again.) D