The light box really does work. I have a close friend who has been using one for years.
You know, the advice Oakleaf gave about understanding the character of the people/social scene of a prospective place to live is something that we all need to pay attention to. I saw this so much when I lived in AZ. People are often lured by the weather, and think that starting over in a place with endless summer will fix everything and anything. Then, eventually, the same issues start popping up and they are in a place with no family or social support from friends. I am not speaking specifically to Vegan Bike Chic here, but more as a general thought, because I have seen this so many times, it really resonated with me. I've lived in 4 states and the differences in the "character" of each place are enormous. There are some places that I just could not live, even though the environment would be perfect for my outdoor pursuits.