stevens@teklabs.UUCP (Steven J Silberberg) (10/08/83)
I'm an Easterner in the West now. All the arguments I have heard have convinced me. I agree that the weather is nicer here. I agree that there is less pollution here. I agree that it's cleaner here. I agree that the mountains are nicer here. I agree that the countryside is beautiful. I agree that the coast is more breathtaking here. I agree the weather is far superior here. To me, none of that has any significance. What is important is the type of people you meet. The values espoused by westerners are just not the same as those in the East. The people are not the same. Sure people are friendly here, but friendly is no substitute for friendship. In the same way, a westerner may find the East equally void of those of similar backgrounds. So try to look at what's important. Name calling and comparisons are nice for regional pride, but in the long run, the place where your friendships are strongest will always be the best place to live -- regardless of heat, ice storms, or mudslides. -- Steve Silberberg