A reader writes:

I'll be visiting Seattle for five days around July 4, and the main point of the trip is to decide whether or not to move from NYC in October. What should I check out/explore/think about over my trip, to influence my decision? I want to try and do more practical stuff (see the areas I might hang out in regularly, maybe see some apartments), rather than touristy stuff (e.g. museums).

About me: I've been told I should try to get a place in Capitol Hill, since I'm a gay. Besides being a gay, I'm nerdy (I make and read comics, I like video games, dnd, stuff like that), I'm a UX Designer, and I draw stuff for fun. I've been told Seattle is great for all those things. I think my main reason for considering the move is the lower cost of living—I dream of spending more time making art and comics, and less time doing UX work, if I can make it happen.

Thoughts?

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