I think if you did move to Washington state, that the winters would be less dreary and solve that suicide rate problem for damn sure!
I would love Florida, but I only went there during the winter, and I am not sure if I could stand the heat. And I couldn't stay inside all day for comfort. Oregon is the most moderate of climate, and yet the most green and lush as far as vegetation and growth. It's not as wet as Seattle, but for schooling I think Washington would be where I would want to raise young'ins.
Lots of Asian in Seattle, that a blondie would stand out and make you very unique in the area.