Yes, there I said it. I really love living in Marin County. Anytime I leave the area and return home, as I cross back over the Golden Gate Bridge into Marin County, I find a smile lights up on my face. I could have been vacationing on the Mexican Riviera, and I still smile when I come home. I think that says a lot.
I love the view coming through the Waldo Tunnel- the lights twinkling in the Sausalito harbor at night, crystal blue water during the day, Mt. Tam majestic in the distance. Oh, sometimes we are socked in fog, but often, I leave a foggy San Francisco and can see the skies open up in to glorious sunshine. Marin County truly has some of the best weather in the country- never too hot or too cold. Despite living in such an affluent community, I find most Marin residents are very friendly. I love all of the quaint downtown areas in places like Larkspur and Mill Valley. Sometimes I feel like I have stepped back in time- “quaint” downtown areas are non-existent in the suburbs of Arizona where I grew up.
If you are lucky enough to live here, you probably know how special it is. Sure, Marin housing prices are ridiculous. Part of the reason they are is because we live in such a special place- close proximity to San Francisco, easy commute, tons of outdoor activities year around,
Marin, glorious Marin. I am happy to call you my home.