Kybd:
We're all dreaming of that Ideal spot, I've been to NYC don't blame you a bit for trying to excape, I would be doing it in a minute. We're looking also to make a move to a more suitable spot, where we're at is great for a lot of things, but our place has a huge amount of upkeep, that we're geting to the point of not being able to take care of it. Have been considering (after a year of webb hunting) Poteau, OK. type it into your URL and take a look. Went thru there a couple years ago Its georgious.

We live on the eastern slopes of the sierra's 4600 ft el.

35 min drive to Reno omb heaven
cool cry summers
Mountains, valley setting overlooking a lake, pines, oaks, surrounds us, views are breathtaking
Small town atmosphere low crime and most ammenities in place
some snow usually melts off in a couple of days (this Winter it stayed for 60 days)
Temps usually runs from about 12 degrees F in th winter to mid 80's in Aug, but has gotten below zero and up to 98 for a few hours (usually in the afternoon) here.
Gasoline at present $2.09. Taxes are about average electricity is on a co-op so a bit cheaper Wages are a bit higher than average.
Tech jobs would have to be out of reno.
Schools are average with just a community college in town University of Nevada at Reno or Chico State is the only close schools, I would rate this area at a 8 for a place to live, The cold is not a problem if your a inside worker, but outside Its not the best.
Happy Hunting......Pose