I am a writer from Memphis TN but used to live in Montana. I miss the country, but Memphis is where I grew up, so I feel at peace either way. But I would say, I have fond memories, just as strong, of my college years in Missoula MT.
I work with the arts community in Memphis when I'm not at my job. In fact, I feel more comfortable getting paint on me than sitting at a desk (though I'm not knocking desk work. Someone's gotta do it.)
I love to travel, just like anyone, and have gone on a 3-day "pilgrimage" to see my favorite author, John Darnielle, by bus. Would not recommend it, but I'd say I wouldn't mind doing it again. In fact, I even wrote a poem series about my journey.
I have been published in the Spring Issue of 3Elements magazine and am looking forward to publishing more work in the future. But even if I get published or not, I'll still write. Why not?