The more and more I think about it though, I can handle whatever they throw at me in the summer to essentially not have winter. Think about it, no snow, no ice, no freezing temps for months on end. I won't have to shovel it or drive in it, or really even wear my wool coat much, I'll be able to get by on just some nice heavy jackets. In the summer we'll spend the 2 months of super hot in the house or water, and the rest of the year we can go outside (as opposed to being stuck in the house for 4 months due to bad storms and cold). It's really a win-win situation.
Don't worry, Spange and Baby Bird are going to need to see the Grand Canyon and such, so you can come and visit.