I am also from Maine and lived there from birth until I moved here six years ago. I cannot imagine going back into the cold and snow. For me winter was way to long and around February I'd have awful cabin fever.
I am in the best possible shape I've ever been in because of my lifestyle here. In Maine I was virtually inside most of the winter because it was just too cold to do anything. Here, I can run all year long, even in the hot summer months. I just go out early or later in the evening. In Maine, it could be dangerous because of the ice to do so during the winter months. So every Spring it was a chore to rid myself of the winter weight gain and start all over again. Here I've been able to maintain my fitness level all year long without interruption that a cold climate brings.
Now, if I can just convince my three sons and grandchildren to move here, my life would be complete.
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