Spokane, WA, a place I've heard much about for the past few years, and was affirmed that it was comparable to SLC, but even better. Credit is due where credit is due - it is a lovely place. It is similar to Salt Lake in many ways - nestled at the base of beautiful mountains. Salt Lake's mountains are a lot more incredible, majestic, gignormous. I do love the trees - evergreens are everywhere (hence it is the Evergreen State!) on almost every corner, along the walks. Riverside Park is beautiful and the walkway along it's rushing, flowing water is almost magical to those who walk its path. I'm enjoying my time here although it is short. I have learned much and there is more yet to come. I will reveal its secrets as they are revealed to me.