I moved back to the midwest from Los Angeles almost 2 years ago. I have the opportunity to move back in a few months, and as much as I miss my work and friends in LA, I'm staying put. I have my eye on a few homes I want to look into purchasing for 1/4 of what I would pay in LA, not to mention the taxes, etc.
Never looked back..and have very little desire to ever visit.
FRegards,