I lived in Maryland Had the Atlantic ocean and creeks. Lived in Houston, Tx. and went to Galveston whenever i could. In Arizona i could go up to the lakes and fish and swim. Here, i can swim in the swimming pool in the park. I originally was going to move to the coast of Texas and glad now that i didn't! I still want to go back to Maine to live. I loved the fishing and swimming there. I would never have left there but for Debs health. If she dies before me i will move back there again. I can only swim for around 3-4 months of the year but fishing is pretty much year around. Hey Smart Guy, You ever ice fish?? I have and i liked it! Trout in cold water is the best! Even Bass tastes great in Cold water. I love the ocean over the swimming pool but with my age and health i am better off in the swimming pool or a lake,maybe a river. I am too busted up for surf.