Submitted by Bruce Hecht
 
 
Call me smart, call me savvy, call me senseless, but don't call me to tell me that it is raining.
 
The weather, the way of life, the water, the snow, the mountains, the oceans and most importantly, the ease of life.  Combine all these factors with the ammenities of the biggest and best cities in the United States and you have Portland, the best place to live.
 
Some people believe that it is the schools that make Portland stand out most, while others often take the position that we have some of the most beautiful parks in the country. These things are all true of Portland and they go hand in hand with an overall low cost of living and excellent quality healthcare.  It is also important to note that if you are someone who likes to do a lot of travelling you are an easy flight to many popular destinations, such as San Francisco and Seattle.
It is my personal belief that Portland is the best place to live because it is the perfect combination of the four seasons.  Yes, that is correct.  Portland, Oregon has the perfect balance of weather.