My Bride and I have traveled every chance we have been blessed with during our 35 years together. In recent years, we have been on some very long motorcycle trips. I love what I call the "Cowboy States", it's the feeling I get with every moment of the day. I also find these states attractive as we love rodeos.
I like Montana very much and we often try to get off the highways during all of our travels. There just isn't enough time in life to see all the wonders of this planet, even in our own country. We revisit many places because we know that we will see something different each time. We have been to Yellowstone 6 times. Of course, I also love mountains, trees and salt water, so as tempting as it's been to move, I can't.
Your beautiful place was just another adventure along the way. You see, for us, it's not about the destination, it's what you see and experience along the way.
Sounds like you better retire out here someday, this is where cowboys at heart do! Only 11 hour drive to the beautiful Oregon coast.