Why do we enjoy working at MSN and Windows Live so much? What's so great about the Seattle area? The most motivated, intelligent, visionary colleagues in the industry, and the most fascinating, involved, large-scale business challenges reside here. Not to mention an area that blends stunning natural beauty and outdoor sports galore with the live music, fine dining, and culture of one of the country's great cities. That's just an overview-to get the real details, see what a few of us have to say about working, living, and playing in the Seattle area.