I enjoyed my two years in Milwaukee. The second winter got to my hands and I knew I was not designed for the cold.
Shoveling snow and walking in the house to defrost my mustache is something I am not likely to experience in Califo-nia, except in snow areas like Big Bear, Arrowhead etc.
I liked the attitude of Milwaukee folk and the seasons with variable weather in each season. Storms in summer and the like. And people really seemed to appreciate a nice day with more value as to picnic and just, get outside.
My farm house was in Mequon, a 30 minute drive north of Milwaukee. I understand now it is continuous suburban sprawl so as not to know where Milwaukee stops and Mequon begins, Califo-nia style.
It is lovely country. Especially the wonderland after an ice storm.
I was very impressed with how fast they get the snow plows out.
Califo-nia could learn a thing or two about keeping the grapevine open.

Moi