Boulder is wonderful, but it still has its problems. Its a city that has its own environmental police quad, but its residents drive some of the most un-eco-friendly cars available (Hummers, Range Rovers etc.), all while touting "save the earth" ideals. People joke its five square miles surrounded by reality and it fits. Its expensive and comparative in cost to suburban Boston. The college kids can be rowdy as is the problem with any college town.

Its got wonderful aspects. Its gorgeous! Its got great weather, activities, arts, music etc. G and I consider moving back to the area on a regular basis. Of course, we'd be happy with the Boulder environs.

I must say though, the locals are generally wonderful. If you can find them:-)