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Originally Posted by rwjoyak
Having moved to Bernalillo (between SF and ABQ) from Louiisville, KY two years ago, one thing we've been struck by is that it isn't just green, lush vs desert. More accurately in my opinion is it's green + lush versus desert + incredible vistas just about everywhere you look. We had lots of green in KY but that means you're usually sourrounded by it with few wide-stretching views - unless you live on top of a mountain and clear the green for scenic view paths or on a big horse ranch with open fields (neither of which we did). Here there's limited green to get in the way of the great views. Maybe a subtle difference for some but my wife and I both find the vistas wonderful, more than making up for the green we left behind.
I also think savoring the vistas everyday stretches your perspective in a good way. Your world expands more then if you're hemmed in in your little subdivision, yard, etc.
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As a Kentucky native, also been a resident for a stint in Louisville and a previous guest in New Mexico, I would almost rather live like a pauper in ABQ than middle class in Kentucky.
I'm glad you left Louisville. It's a dirty, mediocre sort of place with rude citizens who have strange senses of inferiority and superiority. I hated that place. I loved and love New Mexico and, while I am happy in California, NM would be on my short list of states were I to relocate.