What it’s like living in Fargo, North Dakota | Update on our first year

Moving from California to North Dakota was a big change, but I’m glad we did it. I’m could have touched base on a few more things, so if you have any questions feel free to comment here or find me on Instagram (link below) and shoot me a DM. Overall, I enjoy it here. I wish it wasn’t so far from other friends and family, but I’m thankful that this move led to a place we are happy to call home for however long God intends for us. Thank you SO much for watching. It makes my day to see a comment or a new subscriber and I’m honored that you’d want to be apart of my story! You’re the best!
XOXO,
Sarah
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[@sunnytian4551]

We moved to Fargo from CA 5yrs ago. I agree with everything you have shared about Fargo. This is a great place to raise family. The best way for me describe ND is " the coldest place with the warmest people!". 😃

[@sean2015]

I lived in Fargo for six years. The reason it doesn't get much snowfall is because there are no large bodies of water nearby. However, like she said the snow you do get tends to stick around for a while once the ground freezes, and you also get very windy conditions which creates what are called "ground blizzards". Fargo's winters are NOT as gloomy and overcast as Chicago (where I now live) but the roads and highways can get VERY icy. December is a dark month yes, but that's why you put up your holiday lights to brighten the mood. January? You just have to soldier through it. By the end of February, it is still light outside until past 6pm. The days quickly get longer and longer quickly once you pass that winter solstice. Summers are pretty nice with the 9:30pm sunsets.

[@gvinnydog5500.]

I can't imagine what people think of Fargo winters who have never lived here. Lived in ND all my life. From Veterans day to St Patrick's day is like living in the Arctic.

[@pgnesmith]

Thank you. We moved here about 10 years ago from California. We will never move back.

[@Arcticos0]

Thinking about moving to Fargo from Cali as well, also hoping to never return to Cali

[@Blessingsbeautyandbravery]

I have no desire to move back either!

[@barryon8706]

Considering North Dakota from California. But I'm not sure there would be the software jobs in case my work situation changes. And winter is more something I've heard of than been through.

[@jolt4532]

@@barryon8706 Microsoft is a top employer in the Fargo area. There are also a TON of healthcare jobs, some of which involve software development in the area.

[@barryon8706]

@@jolt4532 Thanks!

[@vanessamapel]

Yes!!! More ND bloggers. We love to see it! 😘

[@Blessingsbeautyandbravery]

Thank you 🥰♥️

[@SKYGSupprank]

Hello I’d like to move in Fargo but I wanna know the salary exactly I hear someone who talks about it it’s a good city

[@SKYGSupprank]

Can u give me more information plz

[@alexan6118]

Winter back in the 90s were much worse. 1996-97 was definitely the worst I lived through (I know in the 80s had some really bad ones too) we had 116 inches of snow that year and I have no clue how many blizzards. Then in the spring, it all melted making for record breaking flooding. I love Fargo. It will always be home no matter where I may move. Love watching your review ❤

[@beachaddict7653]

Were did you move to and why?

[@gvinnydog5500.]

The winter of 96-97 was my first year living here. It was horrid. I thought there was an ice age..... Up here, we don't worry about polar bears. We just try and survive.. Polar bears are the last thing on our minds. We actually feel sorry for them because it is so cold 🥶.

[@pyratenomad]

Your video was a great help in answering some questions I had about moving to Fargo. Thank you! I moved from Oakland, Ca to Boise, Id and now am planning to move to Fargo next month. It seems like a really nice place to live with good quality of life. I am looking forward to experiencing life in North Dakota. Thanks again. :)

[@davidpoole629]

I moved here last Monday from Georgia lol. This video is SPOT ON from what I've witnessed. I LOVE it here so far!

[@CrazySexyCool-kj9il]

Wow! I'm in Ga now and thinking about moving to ND in the summer

[@taylorcattersont9737]

Thank you! I'm thinking about moving to Fargo after I finish nursing school here in South Dakota (originally from CA) and this helped a lot

[@Blessingsbeautyandbravery]

You are so welcome! Thank you for watching 🤗

[@jenniferchristiansen2040]

Bismarck doesn't have the mosquitoes. Thank you for vlogging.

[@ffarmchicken]

I moved here from Cali about the same time you did. I live way out in “the bush” as they call it around here up near the Canadian border. One thing that struck me that was different was that people go shopping and leave their car running or the keys in the ignition while in the store. And no cars are stolen! This place is safe!

[@thorkappabrosilon]

That’s not Fargo! If you go into Fargo, do not leave your car running like that or it will get stolen.

[@ffarmchicken]

@@thorkappabrosilon I’ve been to Fargo, totally different demographic than up here. I always lock my car doors when I leave me car in Fargo.

[@daddylogan]

@@ffarmchicken You must be up by Rugby or thereabouts?

[@ta1410]

Getting ready to move to Grand Forks from Temecula, CA. Wish us luck !

[@ffarmchicken]

@@ta1410 Bring a jacket! ;)

[@douglassullivan3717]

Thanks for the info, considering moving to Fargo/ Moorhead in August or September. My wife is from Albany MN, by St. Cloud & has family including her mom in Moorhead. She’s in education & Im a chef, we’re in our 50’s so it might be a little tougher. We did live in Mankato MN for 11 years in the 90’s. Just listed our home in Raleigh NC, looks like homes are in the same price range. Very grateful…

[@robertdavis3433]

Hello, im from Sacramento. What a total shock it must be living there. The cooler summers must be nice. Its 103 today in Rancho Cordova. Im just a little scared of the winters. U have to really layer. Good luck in ND. Good video from Sacramento

[@Blessingsbeautyandbravery]

Thank you!! It was a transition for sure. I nearly forgot what that heat is like 🥴

[@marcusaurilius8839]

I’m moving to the western part of ND in three months. Looking forward to being in a small town. Currently living close to Seattle with insane traffic and high population density. So done with this. Thank you for the winter heads up! 😃❄️✨🥶☃️

[@andrewhuston4510]

I hope you enjoy ND. I quite like it, but it's not for everyone.

[@thingsnstuff85]

@@andrewhuston4510 western North Dakota is a whole different beast

[@Allium_369]

Western nd is great!

[@vernsnith2230]

A great way to meet people in Fargo is when one goes to church, we have found that the good church folks are the most welcoming and through the various activities of the church we came to feel right at home correctly. The people are Fargo are so warm and friendly. Bison football is very big in the community as thousands attend their home games; and, there are so many delightful community events during the Christmas season that are just beautiful and uplifting. Before long one even comes to appreciate some of those tasty Lutheran bake goods; and, the delicious Catholic Lenten fish suppers on each Friday of Lent. Yes, Fargo is truly a wonderful place to live for it is a city which people truly care about one another that make living in Fargo both a privilege and a blessing.

[@cheeta_h3407]

Here's a tip, if you want to see more hills try traveling more west and try going to Medora musical in Medora, ND, or an NDSU Bison game in Fargo, or thunder road family fun park, also in Fargo, or Skyzone, a trampoline park

[@Blessingsbeautyandbravery]

Thunder road was fun! We definitely checked that out. Thanks for the recommendations!

[@sa_arat]

I’m moving from south Florida to Minot in a couple of weeks and this video was helpful THANK YOU 💗✨

[@kendracarlstrom3911]

I’m in Fargo, ND! I attend NDSU and I love it! I hope you are doing well!

[@Blessingsbeautyandbravery]

I’m really enjoying it too!! Thank you ☺️

[@janicenaaayeley2155]

Hi Kendra! Just got my admission offer to attend NDSU! would be grateful if you connect. wld love to ask some questions. I'm coming from a very tropical country and I've lived in the capital city my whole life!

[@akuanyarko622]

Are you there already ?

[@ciwanechris1428]

Thank you for your video and informations ! I will come to visit Dakota this summer 2023. I watch your video from Canada 😁👍🏽

[@lttle_ghost3421]

My plans have updated!! We leave Palmdale, end of February. Possibly the 22nd. And off to Fargo we move.

[@Blessingsbeautyandbravery]

How exciting! Wishing you all safe travels!

[@gretchensmith3981]

This video was super helpful...thank you❣️

[@lissetteleon-rodriguez384]

I am looking to move out there in ND from Florida lol and I ended up in your channel. I love itttt God bless you!

[@Blessingsbeautyandbravery]

Thank you!! I’m so happy you found it useful!

[@jonathantanasi2557]

My winter “fit” as they would call it in Massachusetts where I moved from 2 years ago: 2 pairs of pants like you said, thick wool socks on top of regular socks, insulated boots, 2 tshirts, a sweater, sweatshirt, and winter coat.

[@jonathantanasi2557]

I don’t know why I dress like this while out and about honestly, I’m getting used to the extreme cold and basically dress in jeans, boots, tshirt and a coat on the farm. I’m in Slope County. South western corner basically, it is probably as cold and snowy but way windier.

[@SouthernRebels94]

I moved to Minot North Dakota 2 months ago from Florida but i learned from a few locals that once you get used to the cold you won't have to layer as much when your body naturally adapt to it which i understood would take a few winters tho.

[@Blessingsbeautyandbravery]

I feel like this is true! My husband is still a t-shirt and shorts guy in the winters unless there’s wind chill. It makes most people laugh 😆 I’d say i bundle up now less than i originally did but it’s more so in circumstances where i know I’m only going to be outside for a short while so i just put up with the temps vs have to wrestle with all the layers.

[@weatherman474747]

Thanks for this video. My family and I are moving to Fargo from Lincoln, NE in August 2021 so I can attend NDSU for a PhD. We have a visit planned for the beginning of July to check things out and look for apartments. I'm excited to see what it's like there.

[@jm329]

Interesting. My sister moved from Fargo to Lincoln for her Masters.

[@richardfroste4548]

I lived in Fargo in 94-95. Loved it. Great people. I wasn’t making too much money there so I left. I was back on North Dakota 2007-11, but I was west of there working in the oilfield and made great money. Back in Texas now

[@lorinewgard2476]

I was born and lived in North Dakota all my life. I think you are an extraordinarily couple to move from California to North Dakota. Welcome… A year late…tonight was the first time I watched your videos.

[@Blessingsbeautyandbravery]

Thank you! We appreciate it 🤗

[@donblevins1181]

The wind stopped one day, and everyone fell over

[@khatokhato9350]

Gloomy weather doesn't upset me at all. Also I like foggy mornings and frosty short days of winters. Though considering wear some eyes protection concerns me a bit.

[@jkramer8605]

Grew up 50 miles west of Fargo. Winter? Guys - sweat pants under your jeans, etc. Mittens, not gloves. ND snow doesn't melt, it just blow around until it wears out. Fargo has a decent and growing pub crawl area. Triple D has done a couple of vids there. Summer is short but grand. ND is flat. If you stare into the west long enough, you'll see the back of your head. 🙂 Great, honest vid!

[@duffytv7870]

Moving to Fargo tomorrow from south west Florida. Can’t wait!

[@rkb3991]

How is it?

[@shuga4296]

I’ve lived in Fargo all my life and it’s super fun but you definitely need to take your vitamins haha. I actually love the weather usually there’s still snow till April. Also wearing big coats is normal don’t feel embarrassed about wearing them we all need to keep warm. Also I recommend that when your with your outside with your animals make sure you animal has little booties the snow can make there paw pads get frostbite quick. Also make sure that when you wake up and your going somewhere whatever you do always start you car before you do anything (enless you take an hour to get ready) haha. I hope you enjoy it here

[@khatokhato9350]

Twice I cannot access my car because the doors frozen upon car hull adhered dead unless I poured some hot water out the kettle on the gaps and hinges. Also you have to figure out some charger for battery to crank engine when battery gets low.

[@vickitaylor6912]

Thank you our families have moved to North Dakota and it scares us to death so you've been very helpful

[@lttle_ghost3421]

coming from Palmdale, Ca. plan being put into play in Feb,2022 moving to Fargo.. im a father of 3 little ones. very excited

[@Blessingsbeautyandbravery]

I hope you all will like it here!

[@bekind7478]

Hi, great information thank you! I'm moving from California to ND in 10 days, just me and my 2 dogs. I will be North near the Canadian border so buying the Parka 😁. My main concern is the drive there, any pointers would be much appreciated. Happy I found you!!

[@Blessingsbeautyandbravery]

DON’T BREAK ON ICE!! Take things slow, don’t be afraid to stop for a day if the weather is rough. Give someone you trust your location. Hopefully you’ll make it before the weather gets wild!

[@bekind7478]

@@Blessingsbeautyandbravery I'm so trying to get there before the wild weather, thanks again great advice!

[@pastorclay82]

@@bekind7478 welcome to North Dakota, try to get to know Rick Becker on Facebook. He has excellent videos on the philosophy that built the safest and freest state in the union.

[@thorkappabrosilon]

Most of her advice is Fargo specific, not for the whole state. Fargo is an outlier amongst the other cities and towns of ND. I grew up in Fargo and we are more similar to MN than we are to the rest of ND.

[@mohamedameen4245]

Thank you I'm thinking of moving to it soon

[@cristelcamacho798]

What do you do to get ready your dog for a walk in winter? Like protecting his paws, do you make it wear a coat, things like that. Thank you 😊

[@Flyingjos]

Watching from Greece (like to know about living in USA's north states). The weird thing for us here, is the enormous distances you have there. I drive 5 minutes to reach a beach for swimming, 25min to reach downtown with its vivid nightlife and 1 hour to reach mountains, forests and traditional taverns.... Visiting Montana, Dacota, Idaho seems a good experience though, because of the country's easy going life ( I suppose 🙂). By the way... first time I learn about Fargo was from Coen brother's movie with the same title...

[@Blessingsbeautyandbravery]

We also had easier access to various places in California! That’s been an adjustment for sure! I’m sure Greece is beautiful- definitely a place I’d love to see one day!

[@Flyingjos]

@@Blessingsbeautyandbravery Imagine you are in an expensive restaurant. You eat small quantities from various dishes. In that way you experience many flavors in one night. A country about sea and mountains, nightlife and tradition in a package twice ( i think ) smaller than Montana... Less fuels ...😂

[@foxyauragems6146]

Yes the USA is huge if you’re coming from Europe . Each state is the size of an entire country

[@claudioagmfilho]

🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷👏🏻👏🏻, Thank you so much for sharing your video, it was so awesome, seems to be a cold place tho, isn’t it? Well, I appreciated your video a lot. May God bless you and your husband…

[@loripieper3700]

Great Video! I want to move to Fargo, ND. What positions do they have there? Is it hard to move there without knowing anyone there? Thanks for posting!

[@Blessingsbeautyandbravery]

It’s hard to move anywhere without knowing anyone honestly. It would get lonely! I’d say the only major disadvantage i could think of being here alone vs somewhere else alone is that if you get stuck in the snow somewhere you won’t have family to call. That being said, people pull strangers out all of the time. Everyone is pretty kind about that. Also, there are all kinds of positions available! You can check Fargo jobs on Indeed.com 😊 i hope this helps!

[@janicenaaayeley2155]

just came across this video! Thanks alot Sarah

[@Blessingsbeautyandbravery]

You’re welcome! I’m glad it was helpful!

[@eyeshadowshopper]

Great video!

[@Blessingsbeautyandbravery]

Thank you love! 🤗

[@joanneherring58103]

Hi Sarah! Great video, thanks. I moved to Fargo 13 years ago from Oregon. I'll never move back!

[@Blessingsbeautyandbravery]

Thank you! I agree! It’s a lovely place to live ♥️

[@sarahogren3697]

Hi! I was born and raised in Moorhead, MN and lived either in Fargo or Moorhead until 8 years ago when I moved to the Oregon Coast. I'm considering moving back, however, I just love the ocean & mountains. I'm scared I will miss them. However, I miss my lifelong friends and feeling like I'm living in civilization. It feels so rural here. Also yes, healthcare is severely lacking. Am I just homesick? I don't know. I currently have an excellent state job with a great Public Employees retirement plan. So confused....missing home. ❤❤❤

[@johnnyhensler]

Thank You For Sharing 🇺🇸

[@JJosephS1]

Great Summary.

[@sheldonmartin8794]

Not sure if anyone already commented this, but ND doesn’t salt roads. There’s an anti-icing agent that gets sprayed on the roads, also, sand.

[@amywilliams4345]

Where I live the flashing yellow and solid/arrow green lights are everywhere. Love them! Bummer about the mosquitoes. What about 🐝?

[@Blessingsbeautyandbravery]

Haven’t noticed a bee issue!

[@qiannivan5287]

lol. that is also washington. the green light is just plain green and you can turn left.

[@smalljen2040]

I am in Minot and the key to the men staying warm is UnderArmour. And waterproof boots. 😊

[@marinabalderas4417]

Thanks for making this video! We’re considering moving up there as a fresh start. I was wondering if you know anything about the school systems like elementary - high school and if so what the quality is like?

[@Blessingsbeautyandbravery]

I unfortunately don’t know a lot about the schools here, but there are groups on Facebook for the Fargo/Moorhead area that are very useful if you have a question I’m unable to answer! Just search Fargo, Moorhead, or Fargo/Moorhead in the Facebook search bar and click the “groups” tab so see what groups you might be interested in 🤗

[@Marina-vb9by]

@@Blessingsbeautyandbravery thank you SO MUCH! I will do that now. ❤

[@smffboe7733]

The schools are excellent. To be honest what pressure you put on your kids and the collaboration you have with the teachers and staff resources will determine their success in any school.

[@marinabalderas4417]

​@@smffboe7733 Thanks for your answer. While I agree that's true to an extent, that doesn't change that the quality of education provided varies by school districts and the funding provided to them. So regardless of the "pressure" you put on your child, there's still the variable of location affecting the quality of education based on taxes and funding.

[@jessicas.edwards3952]

Me & my spouse (with our 6 month old daughter) are seriously considering moving to ND. It looks so beautiful. We are born & raised in California & we are tired of how crowded it is. It’s starting to get to the point where you can’t find parking for your vehicle, often times have to park away from your home & walk to your home, the cost of living is ridiculous, $13 a pound for meat, I won’t even mention gas prices. We are considering the little towns near the border of Canada rather than Fargo or Minot that seem larger. I’m excited although a little frightened as I hear it gets unbelievably cold.

[@Blessingsbeautyandbravery]

If possible, i highly recommend visiting one of the smaller towns before moving 🤗 it’s s whole new work out here and I’m so so happy we moved and I’m betting you guys will be too! It’s tough getting around in the winter and if you’re not used to being far away from the places you usually go, it might be a lot to bite off at once. That being said, you know what’s best for you guys!! My suggestion would be to pick something on the outskirts of a larger town initially and maybe move farther out in a year or two after getting acclimated. A big city here really feels spacious and not cramped in comparison to Cali. Small towns are also very very teeny in comparison to small towns back home haha 😅 i feel my only hesitation would be the additional driving time into town with the snow and the access to the places I’d like to go, but if that’s not a huge concern for you guys then totally disregard! I’m happy you guys are thinking of moving out here! We truly love Fargo and the people in it ♥️

[@sandwitchv2667]

It's not that cold. If you're lucky it can get to -20, -30 and that means school it out for a few days

[@OffTheWagons]

@@sandwitchv2667 I start moaning if it drops below 40°F (from Massachusetts)

[@OffTheWagons]

@@sandwitchv2667 It looks absolutely beautiful and an amazing place to raise a child though. My body just physically has a difficult time withstanding those temperatures. It hurts, it hurts my joints, muscles, and my jaw when it's tight all the time from being clenched, my hands go cold all the time, have trouble sleeping and simply functioning because of the pain it causes from the clenching of all my muscles. The air though, the air was so clean where I grew up and I miss that immensely. Bet it's even cleaner up that way.

[@castiellion5472]

thank you for this! i’m 19 and moving to fargo with my 20 year old cousin into a house this july. it’s my first time living anywhere but missouri, and i’m leaving my family behind! i’m not currently in school so i’m stressed about finding a job/commuting to work during storms. does work/school get cancelled often because of the weather? do you work from home? are jobs more lenient with points and time off when regrading the weather? the job i’m at now would kill me for being late cause of the weather

[@Blessingsbeautyandbravery]

Places are definitely lenient if you are snowed in or there is a blizzard! There are so many jobs here, i don’t think finding one would be too hard 🤍

[@four-x-trading5606]

They plow the roads when it snows sometimes they get heavy snow that school may close for a day or depending how long the storm last ... but overall you shouldn't have to worry about your kids missing school much get snow tires for your car and you should be fine if you have rear wheel put heavy sandbags in the trunk front wheel drive is best even better is 4×4 recommended but not needed just like I'd reccomend a nice jacket for $250 compared to a jacket from Walmart at $100 talking about cold weather gear they have down jackets which are nice and lightweight jackets but if your jacket gets wet the down gets useless but I doubt you will get it wet anyway ... sythentic is good for wetter weather types as it won't snow anyway unless its freezing but I reccomend both a down and synthetic just incase .... they also make synthetic down which basically mimics down jackets which is brilliant because unlike down you can't get synthetic wet and it still will keep its warmth something down can not do I reccomend getting a pair of snow boots make a emergency kit for your car for cold weather you don't want to get stuck somewhere without the right equipment to survive through the night that being a good sleeping bag I'd recommend a nice -40 bag and a linear maybe to go inside the bag for extra warmth your going to want this incase you get stuck somewhere and cannot provide heat like a fire to keep you warm keep water in your car and a way to start fire food and all that and you should be fine

[@castiellion5472]

@@jackwilliams5474 no lmao

[@Blessingsbeautyandbravery]

I removed the user you were corresponding with from my channel- it’s not a place for pervs and i want you and everyone else to feel safe and welcome to comment! Hopefully you didn’t even see his response 🤢 I truly hope you’ll love it here!

[@castiellion5472]

@@Blessingsbeautyandbravery i didn't see it! thank you i really appreciate it! and i'm loving it! i have a good job and i'm going back to school. snow in october is weird to see tho! i've gotta buy myself a coat!!

[@davidrenovationgomez284]

I went to Fargo 3 weeks ago I went for two weeks I really love it 🥰 people are so nice I hope 🤞 God bless my life to go back to Fargo I’m Spanish guy but I love Fargo

[@Blessingsbeautyandbravery]

I’m so glad you liked it!

[@bobodeyuca]

Hola David, acabo de leer tu comentario y me he estado preguntando si se entiende el español en Fargo? no creo que haya muchos hispanohablantes pero hay que saber inglés 100%?

[@davidrenovationgomez284]

Mmmm nop incluso yo no se al 100/ pero vi i conosi mucha personas que hablan español i la verdad creo toda las personas allá son muy amables serio yo quede impresionado

[@bobodeyuca]

@@davidrenovationgomez284 gracias por responder tan rápido, y chevere! me mudo a Fargo en 4 dias y estoy un poco nervioso jajaja

[@davidrenovationgomez284]

Pues suerte 👍🍀 trabajo hay mucho i es una área muy limpia 🧹

[@succc540]

Wow I just found out I’m from the neighboring city that you came from and I wish I could live up there

[@TJBaruch]

Interesting, your take on living in Fargo. I grew up in Grand Forks, lived in Fargo from 1969-75, and in Minot from 1976-85. I also lived in San Francisco 17 years and Florida for 20 years so I found your comparisons interesting, too. Some wag described the seasons in Grand Forks as "July, August and Winter."

[@fremontpathfinder8463]

I am considering ND only because I want to be very close to the Canadian border. I love Canada and currently live in CA. I have looked up all the towns very close to the border. Do you have anything to mention about close to the border? The houses close to the border of Canada are affordable and that is another reason I want to be there. It has been very cold in CA where i am and I highly recommend merino wool or paca base layers. It is very important. I also have technical wear for winter and it has really helped.

[@MunsonCustomBeadwork]

My husband and I moved to Dickinson back in 2018. Tornado went right by town and we decided to move back to Washington. After lots of prayer, God is pushing us to move back and opening so many doors for us over there!! We are waiting to hear back from his boss, but it sounds like we will be moving in June!

[@evev88]

Hello, @BizzyBeeNails* reading through the comments yours definitely stands out. Our family is considering North Dakota but honestly God will have to deal with us when it comes to tornadoes🌪 also were waiting for confirmation from God and interested if you may share how God opened doors for you guys🙏🏼 Hoping to hear back🤗Blessings

[@MunsonCustomBeadwork]

@@evev88 absolutely! My relationship with God is still growing. But here’s how it goes: After moving back in with family, my husband was terminated from his job. We were quite relieved! But, I’m a stay at home mom. So I don’t bring in any money. That’s when I got closer with God. I prayed that He would supply us with what we need when we need it. Then, last Sunday, I asked God to give my husband a job this week (we have a toddler and the things that come up never end). Last night, he applied for a job and today he got word that he has the job and starts on the 16th of this month! Anyways, back to ND.... before we moved in with family, again, doors were opening for us to go back. It quickly wasn’t working out because there wasn’t any housing available. Well, as of last week, God is pushing us through the door 😍 the same house we had last time has our name on it!!!! Now we just have to make it safely from Brewster, Wa. To Dickinson, ND. I’ve been looking at hotels and even the possibility of taking my mom and daughter on a plane with me while my husband drives over with our car and dog. Those passes in Montana scared me when there wasn’t any snow... we are expecting to move the last week of March or first week of April..... I don’t do well with driving in snow 🙄🥴 I know God will watch over us though 💜

[@michaelpangelinan2167]

I’m originally from American Canyon, CA…. Retired from the Navy here in Fargo and stayed to raise our children…. Such a culture SHOCK. Good info for those who never been in Fargo.

[@jamescoleakaericunderwood2503]

Drove through American Canyon lots on the way to San Francisco and back to Sacramento.... Drove all the way to Fargo ND once and helped my Son install the Terrazzo at Discovery Middle School ..the Eagles! ✌️❤️🇺🇸

[@Weatherby406]

Last two winters were the best winters they every had. Trust me they do not even compare to the worst ones.

[@tacocruiser4238]

what about the floods? I heard Fargo has had problems with the Red River floodiing in the spring...

[@Blessingsbeautyandbravery]

There have been floods, but that only effects homes/buildings along the river.

[@shuga4296]

The floods are only bad for people who live around the river but it’s fun bc when your in school sometimes you get to go out and bag sand

[@sandwitchv2667]

The coldest day ever recorded in North Dakota was on February 15, 1936, when the temperature plunged to 60 degrees below zero at Parshall.

[@ddlk9913]

Theres 150,000 Fargo residents but the metro area is like 250,000, slightly more when you consider how many people drive in from the surrounding towns for work and commerce

[@gvinnydog5500.]

Some people say that they don't like Fargo because there are no hills . I actually think that the flat landscape has its advantages. When there is freezing rain, I am glad there is no hills. The only places you have to worry about is the overpasses. Bismarck has so many hills. I used to live there. It is a nightmare when there is freezing rain and ice. That is probably why Fargo has a bigger population. Driving around Fargo is so much easier. All the streets and avenues all run straight and they are numbered. I don't get lost in Fargo. Bismarck Mandan is another story. The only thing I don't like about is the long winter, far from family, and fishing sucks. I miss the Missouri river. Another thing, flooding is a problem, but the city is protected by the dike, and eventually the diversion. You don't have to worry about flash floods, like in Rapid city. There are no hills. It is a slow flood. You have weeks to prepare and sandbag. During the summer, flooding is rare, spring is when it can happen.

[@zooolieee]

Are there alot of bugs?

[@TheWeatherBoy456]

North Dakota is my home state you will always love it here

[@voxveritas333]

You moved to Fargo in the middle of winter, that's gutsy or crazy, LOL. I grew up there, so kudos to you.

[@Blessingsbeautyandbravery]

It was the crazy for sure 😂 would not recommend..

[@Blessingsbeautyandbravery]

At least we like it here though!

[@johnnyhensler]

I'm Old. I'm Retired. And I'm moving from Wisconsin to Fargo. I don't know about this year? Because I really don't like moving in Winter. But maybe next year for sure after Winter. I had some other questions for you. But don't remember what they were? But I'm going to need a good car after I get there. What's it's like buying a good car there? 🤔

[@gregl6827]

Awesome video. I been in Fargo for 2 years now. I just joined your page.

[@Blessingsbeautyandbravery]

Thank you! It’s pretty great here so far.

[@adriiancruz_]

Me and my wife are really considering moving to Fargo from Oxnard CA would you do a video about cars? And everything you would need to modify like chains? Or is it really necessary a 4x4 vehicle?

[@fargoaninphoenix8097]

Many people drive without a 4x4 and almost nobody drives with chains on as long as you’re in the city and not a rural area. What matters most is adapting your driving habits accordingly especially after a storm. Just give yourself an extra 5-10 min to get to your destination, drive a little slower and more cautiously (don’t follow too closely in winter). If you panic and hit your brakes hard on ice you’ll lose control. Best thing to do is pump the brakes and you’ll stop just fine. When you’re at a red light that turns green, always make sure no one from the opposite traffic lost control and is sliding through before you start to proceed to through the intersection. It’s a rare occurrence but something you’ll wanna watch out for. After the first storm hits, try driving around an empty parking lot testing your brakes and how your vehicle handles. Before winter hits there sometimes will be one night a year with freezing rain and if you’re car is not in a garage you’ll want to put the windshield wipers up so they don’t freeze to the car!

[@Blessingsbeautyandbravery]

One thing I would know is that if you are leaving California in the winter and you happen to go through a snowy area such as Tahoe, you may be required to pull over and get snow chains. Unfortunately we had to do exactly that and it cost us $300 to buy them at a rest stop and we only needed to use them for 30 minutes before we were required to remove them. Many states actually don’t allow them! As far as the drive goes… So there are a lot of people that don’t use four-wheel-drive I highly recommend it. Especially being that You are likely not used to driving in the snow. It’s a pretty big adjustment! Having the four-wheel-drive helps a lot.

[@dfsk5123456]

My wife and I are moving from pismo beach California to Fargo. My big concern is the car situation. Do you need a 4wd/awd and do you ever have trouble with your car not starting because of the weather?

[@Blessingsbeautyandbravery]

We park in garages so we haven’t had that issue! I would 110% recommend AWD/4WD. Some people do without, so it’s not unheard of, but it would be significantly safer and more reliable to have a snow-friendly vehicle if possible. We traded in our car for the truck when we decided to move, but i understand that’s not always an option. Best of luck to you both!!!

[@sean2015]

I lived in Fargo for six years and I _highly_ recommend a 4WD vehicle. The ice there in the wintertime is no joke. They do an excellent job of plowing like she said in the video, but only the major thoroughfares get de-iced, not the residential streets). I also installed an engine block heater to make things easier, but occasionally I would forget to plug it in (or I plugged it into a non-functioning outlet) yet I never had problems starting my car (a Ford Focus). I've talked to people who have though, and I'm convinced they're people who just don't take as good a care of their cars as I did with mine. Unfortunately car got wrecked and I spent my last winter there with an older 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier, which I also took good care of and never had trouble starting. I had an AAA membership just in case. If you do any type of intercity driving in ND, you _always_ want to keep winter survival gear in your trunk just in case (e.g. a warm blanket, some candles, matches etc.,) due to the long distances between cities and severe cold.

[@jiayangli]

Thank you for sharing! It seems for more balanced than Pennsylvania. Do you think it is good place to start the business like restaurant or retail or shop?

[@jiayangli]

My concern is the Fargo is not very populated, May not get enough foot traffic.

[@justme2059]

People in Fargo/Grand Forks/Bismarck are areas where people like to eat and shop. Do your research though to see if you have competition. Then find area that are well traveled-near shopping centers.

[@donaldallen1276]

I would like to plan a trip to visit this nice place 🌞

[@aubreylolz9788]

I've lived in fargo my entire life!

[@davidbrook75]

Hi Sarah I enjoyed watching your video I’m in California and thinking about moving to North Dakota ... can you recommend me places neighborhood to rent apt ?

[@Blessingsbeautyandbravery]

Hello! Honestly, I don’t have any complaints about any part of Fargo i have come across. Moorhead, MN is the neighboring city and is also a great option! I’d just choose a place based off or rental reviews so you know people like living there, and it’s safe. Hope this helps!

[@zoebrugg7594]

I live in just north of Grand Forks and want to move south for a little less dramatic winter. But not so far south.

[@karenwalker1282]

I disagree with you on one thing. I have lived here for years & the wind almost ALWAYS blows. I love it here!

[@Blessingsbeautyandbravery]

Yes i agree after having been here for a while 😅

[@jimwagner2360]

Was in Air Force in grand forks ND winter of 66. 67 that was a bad winter twenty one days below zero

[@mukainoda9453]

When people talk about North Dakota or Fargo first thing comes to my mind is Steve Buscemi ,his best acting roles ever

[@danielhurst7432]

Greetings it's Daniel I'm hoping to move to Fargo North Dakota one of these Days. I wonder what do they have in the way of living arrangements.

[@Blessingsbeautyandbravery]

There are many affordable apartments as well as houses!

[@ericacoley7576]

I am moving out of California. Living in the mountains of California and it sounds very similar. Why I am hopefully moving to ND in the next couple of months.

[@ericacoley7576]

And the whole thing about utilities like electric is a great. One of the perks I am looking forward to because of the high rates. Plus I read about the doctors which is so much nicer. California is very "OK whatever" with medical stuff.

[@Blessingsbeautyandbravery]

You hit it on the nose! Good luck on your move ✨

[@jorgemellooliveira9611]

Ótimo vídeo congratulações

[@VolksStokes]

I may move into Fargo from NY state. We are debating between Hawley MN, Fargo, and.... FlowReeDah. Im leaning more towards Faaaargo!

[@anthonybaroni3285]

Hello from Vallejo, California...I'm moving to Jud, North Dakota.

[@Blessingsbeautyandbravery]

Wow, i lived in American Canyon for middle school! Welcome to the Midwest!

[@brettthomas5605]

The closest major cities are Winnipeg to the north or Minneapolis-Saint Paul to the east. Take your choice equal distance by car from Fargo!

[@Vxncezz]

I been living here in fargo for 4 years 😊

[@4gma59]

I grew up in North Dakota, a mile from the Manitoba border, and spent 10 happy years living in Fargo. I'm in Minneapolis now and we hear horrible reports about Fargo weather. When I lived in Fargo, we heard horrible reports about Minneapolis weather. Once it gets below zero, cold is just cold, no matter where you live. The one thing I absolutely hated about Fargo was the wind. They call Chicago The Windy City --- I would challenge that title after living in Fargo.

[@natefaust7790]

One year when I went to an HS in Fargo. Fargo actually averaged more wind speed then Chicago did. So Fargo is windier then Chicago.

[@michaeltaylor252]

I'm moving to Fargo on the 1st of October this should be Interesting.

[@Blessingsbeautyandbravery]

Welcome!!

[@RogerK46]

I lived between Dixon and Davis for several years.

[@KC-yj3yx]

Hunter thermals at bass pro shop or cabelas. Moving up there in March. Thanx

[@thomasnorman4221]

Those below 0 Temps gotta be really welcoming on a wind chilly day

[@nwalters7]

When the city of Fargo reaches 200,000 people, I move back to Wahpeton, ND.

[@JujuDeathMetal03]

I always wanted to move to fargo north dakota from Florida I like fargo it is my favorite city

[@jessicas.edwards3952]

Thank you for this video. Coming from CALIFORNIA… ND sounds scary during the winter and I’ll be moving there with my husband and 11 month old baby this winter 🥶that makes me nervous. Would you mind giving us an update now that you’ve been there a few years? How has it been for your baby girl? Does she enjoy the snow? How do you bundle her up? Have you had any scares due to weather? I would really appreciate an update. I would love to be more prepared.

[@Hulahoopvillian]

Dont

[@Hulahoopvillian]

U will regret it!!!

[@Hulahoopvillian]

To cold to raise a family

[@Hulahoopvillian]

Theres crime !!!!

[@jessicas.edwards3952]

@@Hulahoopvillian what was your experience like?

[@stephthemess6960]

Thank you for this! I’m super interested in moving to New Salem, ND from The Bay! I think my biggest concern is interacting with racist/unwelcoming residents. As a single PoC, I’m moving there to be an English teacher! So I definitely prefer living in a rural area and then traveling into the city.

[@Blessingsbeautyandbravery]

I’m sorry you even have to think about that. Fargo is fairly diverse which I’m thankful for being used to California! I hope that no matter what you do you find a community deserving of your presence!

[@justme2059]

Actually, we are fairly welcoming people all over our state. I live in a small town (300ish people) and the only time they become “unwelcoming” is if cops are continually at your place, you are telling them how they now have to do things...we are fairly humble people, enjoy getting to know others, and are curious. I can honestly say I have not seen the racism. Hope you enjoy it😊

[@xJamocax]

I know this was awhile ago but yes nd has a lot of racists but I doubt you'll be able to see it or point out who is, because despite it people around here tolerate but not exactly except if you get what I mean and same goes with the LGBTQ community

[@smalljen2040]

Living "rural" in ND means you sometimes get snowed in until the plows can get to you in a day or two.

[@PerfectaRhyme]

I lived there for 1 year by the INOVUS Hospital and worked Boppas Bagels and at SunMart Foods. Had the most beautiful girlfriend too. Stacy my love.

[@sheldonmartin8794]

That’s funny that I seen this comment. Innovis is now Essentia hospital and Sunmart is now Family Fair. Pretty sure Boppa’s is still there, though.

[@tristenlohnes7319]

It snows here in North Dakota around October 30

[@DrGingerHamster]

It's cold...that's the main thing Ginger

[@marvinroberts23]

I'm actually planning to move to Fargo from California, I'm not to far from where u actually moved from is it worth it

[@Allium_369]

Fargo is the San Francisco of ND. We all wish we could give it to Minnesota.

[@Blessingsbeautyandbravery]

Have you ever been to San Francisco? While i see the point you are trying to make…apples and oranges for sure.

[@littledemon4139]

I just moved to rugby north Dakota from California and I am not going to go back I have been here in rugby north Dakota for six months now and yes it is cold here and in the winter if you don't have heating oil or any heater then things freeze here and it is windy here and cold wind but I still love it here and it is hard to get a job here because there is a click here and if you are not born here then they don't want to hire you here but it is cheaper to live here I bought a house for 91k and you can't bye a house that cheap in California that is why I love rugby north Dakota and the property tax is cheaper here.also there is no beaches here.

[@dovygoodguy1296]

How are health care medical services in Fargo? Or even South Dakota?

[@jaysonmalong1228]

Hi,is there any residential homes there in fargo which is not in flood zone?

[@justme2059]

Yes, most homes in south Fargo and west Fargo. They are the furthest from the Red River.