I love the fact that you don't have earthquakes to deal with Donna & Sandy....THAT's why I want to move! Arizona sounds great to me! We have rattlesnakes here in abundance, also. March to Oct. We have them here in the foothills in a big way. (Firemen would never respond if we called to remove a snake.) We have many on the property, hatching right now. Horses & dogs seem to know when they're around...It's time to wear boots & "look" before we step outside. It sure is a gorgeous sunset right now - very clear & bright! Despite all these "critters", you will love the West, Karen! - :) Michele