I wouldn’t live anywhere else – it’s absolutely beautiful here. Drivers gawking at green valleys backed by jagged, snow-capped peaks and set against bright blue sky have caused more than one accident on local freeways. And there are definitely has distinct seasons here – even more so in Eastern WA. A word of caution though, especially since you’re used to warm sunny weather down there in Florida – it’s cold, gray, and wet here for a good 2-3 months during the winter. I’ve talked with other real estate professionals who’ve sold homes to your fellow Floridians, only to resell them a year or two later when those clients decide they can’t weather the winters.