After 42 years in OC/SD (SD since 87) we moved out of SD, out ofCA, and to Colorado. One hour north of Denver to Fort Collins.
It was a perfect fit for us to slow life down for the kids and add seasons, fishing, boating, skiing, and all around 90% of people appear to have self-selected to be here by choice vs. a job. Thus, its a the most friendly, neighborly place I’ve ever been.