Made the move and lovin'colorado (Denver, Wheat Ridge: to rent, hotel, neighborhoods)

[lovin'colorado]

I see a lot of posts on this site from folks thinking of moving to Colorful Colorado. My husband, 2 grown daughters and myself moved in early 2001 from California. It was the best move we have ever made. It was a little tough at first because the economy was a little rough here and finding a job after 9/11 was about impossible.

The best advice I can give is to rent a hotel room for a couple of weeks or even a month near Denver. Then just drive around during rush hour (which really only lasts about an hour here) and non rush hour and get a feel for the different areas. It's OK to talk to people, they are very friendly everywhere here and will tell you their opinions about different cities and neighborhoods.

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Make the move, you won't regret it!!!!!

[WIGooFan]

I am so glad to read your post! I am thinking of relocating to Wheat Ridge as well. How are the winters there?

[karenbataglia]

I moved here from Fl. 20 years ago, and the winters are pretty mild. It snows a bit, but the average tem is 50 with no humidity, and over all it's not bad at all. Nothing like Michigan or NY or anywhere like that. I grew up in NY and PA.

[Gina23]

i got here in june after waiting 10 LONG YEARS and having to work my tail off... i have seen 45 of the 50 contiguous states... NOTHING is like this. i will die here.