Recently, a few of my virtual pals have inquired about what it’s like to live in South Dakota, with at least a passing interest in considering a major life change. Most are clueless and have never even passed through the state and thus have no idea what it’s like to live here. To many, all they’ve heard about is Mount Rushmore, empty prairieland, the Badlands, and bitter cold winters. Little do they know!

I have compiled my thoughts below from the prospective of informing someone who may wish to move/retire here to give you just a taste of the Sunshine State.