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I'm moving to Maine from Seattle, WA. I've lived in Washington and Oregon for the last 20 years. I have read some posts here talking about how expensive Maine is but I can't believe it could in any way compare to Seattle. I am moving to be with my fiance who is much more attached to Maine than I seem to be to Washington. While I find it will be a little gut-wrenching to leave the Northwest...he's a native Mainah...I think that says it all.
Anyway, I was just looking for any advice, anyone's experiences moving from west to east, any native Mainah's suggestions and just any anecdotes on what I'm in for!
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Hello!
I'm moving to Maine from Seattle, WA. I've lived in Washington and Oregon for the last 20 years. I have read some posts here talking about how expensive Maine is but I can't believe it could in any way compare to Seattle. I am moving to be with my fiance who is much more attached to Maine than I seem to be to Washington. While I find it will be a little gut-wrenching to leave the Northwest...he's a native Mainah...I think that says it all.
Anyway, I was just looking for any advice, anyone's experiences moving from west to east, any native Mainah's suggestions and just any anecdotes on what I'm in for!
We had a saying in the military: The worst base is the one you are at, The best was the one where you just left, and the only one with any promise is the one you were heading to. That said, the islands in Casco are supposed to be nice. My daughters friend lives on Cliff Island with her native, lobsterman husband and a new baby. They all love it. And she is a girly-girl from the city. I did nont expect her to enjoy it one bit but she proved me (and a few others) wrong. It will be what you make it, mostly. If he's from there you have a leg up already. Good luck and enjoy. Keep us posted. We're nosey on here.
My fiance lives on one of the islands in Casco Bay so that's where I'll be!
Green with envy, here!
The Casco Bay Islands are wonderful. There is regular ferry service to Portland. Many people commute on a regular basis, though in summer the tourists outnumber the commuters.
I'm just looking for any advice, anyone's experiences moving from west to east, any native Mainah's suggestions and just any anecdotes on what I'm in for!
> I lived in Seattle from '87 to '90. Moved to Maine in '92. The first thing you'll notice is how small the trees are. Eventually, they'll appear normal.
> You'll find Maine generally less expensive than Seattle. Homes may be more expensive if they're on the water.
> There is a noticable difference in the work ethic. The Northeast is much less "laid back" than Seattle. When you say, "never put off 'til tomorrow what you can put off 'till the day after," Mainers won't laugh (or get it).
> The people are very nice and neighborly, but they take a bit longer to loosen up. Give them time. They'll do anything for you once they get to know you.
> Winter is about the same length in Maine, but less gray, rainy and depressing. Snow and ice actually add a little variety.
> The "Old Port" section of Portland has a similar feel to Seattle. When you get homesick it might provide some relief.
We had a saying in the military: The worst base is the one you are at, The best was the one where you just left, and the only one with any promise is the one you were heading to. That said, the islands in Casco are supposed to be nice. My daughters friend lives on Cliff Island with her native, lobsterman husband and a new baby. They all love it. And she is a girly-girl from the city. I did nont expect her to enjoy it one bit but she proved me (and a few others) wrong. It will be what you make it, mostly. If he's from there you have a leg up already. Good luck and enjoy. Keep us posted. We're nosey on here.
I knew this would happen! I'm moving to Cliff Island...and I know of your daughter's friend...she just had a son! And my brother works for her husbands father! I only briefly met your daughter's friend at my brother's wedding. You know...one wedding leads to another. And that quote from the military...I have moved a few times and I definately understand it. When people ask me if I like Seattle I tell them "I'll realize how much I liked it when I move".
But I plan on the long haul in Maine.
Green with envy, here!
The Casco Bay Islands are wonderful. There is regular ferry service to Portland. Many people commute on a regular basis, though in summer the tourists outnumber the commuters.
Which island?
Cliff Island...I'm so in love with it!
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