[rocky raccoon]

Sandy,
Without knowing where you are living now I can't make a comparison. BUT if you have lived and worked in San Fransisco, the cost is about the same traffic is the same. BUT, you are on an island here so, you will give up the plethra of variety of shops and venues. I settled on the west end in Kapolei because for price per sq/ft was about 65% of the more exclusive Windward side and the communities are newer and more spread out. Traffic is like SF also, I commute 16 miles to the Airport area, which is the business district on H1 each day, it's a hour each way. If you leave the house at 5AM you can make it in 1/2 that time.

You have to change your mind about a few things. TAKE IT EASY traffic is not a thing if you relax in your car, and put the top down. Most companies, like mine adjust your salary requirements for the cost of living. I live comfortably. Learn to give up your mainand brand names, I shop for Japanese products and food staples and eat well and am more in shape already. Once you have your local ID you will get into attractions much cheaper.

If you smile and are courtous, you will be fine. If you exhibit pushy type A bossy attitude you will be treated unkindly as one should expect.

I love it here. Just miss the Rock Star Rocky

I've been looking for a breeder here so I can give him a little brother, so far no luck. Anyone out there know of one?