Emilie wrote:
Yes, I can definitely see the attraction to not getting out of my car when my tank is on empty and it's raining or I'm tired. But potentially having to make small talk with someone every time I get gas wouldn't thrill me. And I'm an extrovert!
Emilie
Take my word for it, Emilie - you won't be making small talk with those pumping your gas in my state! In fact, the majority of them are just learning english, and numbers, credit/cash, and thank-you are the main things they know! I'm not saying that in a negative way - I give them credit for learning the new language here. It's good that most don't have to get directions these days when stopping for gas!
Josh,
There's a lady in Salem Oregon on a gardening forum that you can check out, once you get settled in, as you may get some ideas for things to grow there. She is also vegetarian! Username Oregonred. Actually, there are quite a few vegetarians on this forum.
http://organicgroup.freeforums.net/