The author recounts her move from Iowa to Oregon in 2008 in search of climate resilience, inspired by Portland's sustainable reputation. Despite initial enthusiasm, reality hit hard with worsening climate catastrophes like droughts and wildfires, leading to increased anxiety and relocation within Oregon. As they moved to McMinnville, the allure of wine country clashed with the grim reality of wildfires, air quality issues, and economic instability. The journey highlights how initial motivations for moving often do not guarantee lasting contentment amid environmental changes.
The things that call you to move to a place aren't necessarily what keeps you there. I had already visited McMinnville during its quirky UFO Parade.
The climate crisis got worse. By September 2020, our first wildfire year, the air was so thick with smoke I brought our chickens inside.
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