We launched our project by writing a “love letter” to Yakima back in 2012. We were fortunate to have Paper Hammer at Mighty Tieton design the broadside, now available to hang on your wall. Go ahead and write your own love letter!
I want to just start by saying when i came back in 2011 for a visit, I knew that I would love to come back here for good some day. The first thing I noticed wa the fresh air and sunny days and warm nights. But what made a lasting impression was the people. I have never found a community that cares quite like Yakima. We were welcomed with open arms and made to feel like we were finally some place where we could raise our children and know we did them a favor moving them away from the big city. From the mountains to the foothills and all through the valley, Yakima is beautiful and breathtaking at every turn. If you like the outdoors and a community with a small town feel, this is the place to settle and breathe free. We love Yakima!
Michele Forrester
March 9, 2020
OH MY GOSH. I love Yakima with my whole heart. I <3 Yakima!!!!
Gracie Owens
June 5, 2018
I love Yakima! The Yakima valley has been my home for most of my life. The abundant sun, clean air and beauty of the valley is a gift most take for granted. Wineries, craft beer, local coffee shops, downtown and a bunch of people that are dedicated to making Yakima a better place is why I call Yakima home. I also have to give a shout out to the Together Church...we are truly blessed!
Natisha Reed
June 5, 2018
The things I love about Yakima are the things that have been here the longest. The mountains, the valleys, the crafts and culture of the Yakama Nation, the near constant sunshine and of course the smell of wild sage. Apr 11, 2016 09:58 am
Lucas
December 11, 2017
Because Home Is Where Your Heart Is...And Yakima Has Been My Home. I Love Yakima!
Raul Rodriguez
September 25, 2017
This is a poem I wrote about Yakima after moving here in March. This is why I love Yakima - Yakima Coldness lies still, While warms creates. Stepped basalt gates, Rivers, Canals, Orchards, Vineyards,Hop fields. Friendly people with blue collar pride, All playing outside. Wow, Yakima’s great!
Patrick Washburn
July 30, 2017
I love Yakima because I have grown up here and my whole family has lived here. Strong cultural backgrounds and family unity. Many people with kind caring hearts. It is beautiful and many activities to do. We want to continue living here and raising children here.
Sarah Rock
July 24, 2017
I love Yakima!
Brianna Henry
July 21, 2017
Big, beautiful, clear blue summer skies. Rolling hills lined with fruit bearing trees. The people, the culture, everything about it. I love Yakima!
Marie Webb
July 11, 2017
I love Yakima because we are an immigrant strong community. Our farm workers have placed Yakima on the map and our city has become world-renowned for our apples and cherries. Let us never forget our community is stronger when we are inclusive and supportive of all our neighbors.
Manuel Hernandez
April 25, 2017
My husband LOVES Yakima. He moved here from the tri-cities as a young adult to manage a grocery store, now URM. Given a choice of Yakima or Eugene, he quickly chose Yakima for it's warm sunny weather, perfect for riding motorcycle. He quickly fell in love with the city. In the early years of our marriage I tried to convince him to move to a location with more summer, less winter, and closer water. I thought I nearly had him convinced to move to Redding, CA, but came to realize he would never move. He loves the people, the seasons, the mountains, the population size & all the locally owned businesses. I can't think of anything he doesn't love about Yakima. My husband would be honored and proud to be a part of this project. His name is Morris Mack.
Kara Mack
April 24, 2017
Friends, family & community.
George Luna
April 23, 2017
I love Yakima, I've lived here most of my life except a few years during my first marriage. It's the perfect place to be, near forest, lakes, rivers and even close enough to go to the ocean. I love the fact that it's a beautiful city for the most part and it continues to grow.
Trina Kryger
April 23, 2017
We are a church that loves our city. In fact, our intent as a church is to make the advancement of Yakima our focus. We have several ministries already launched (we are a fairly new churched) that are successfully blessing and helping our city. We support McClure Elementary and have developed a dynamic relationship with them, and we also have a thriving ministry to the homeless. We love Yakima, and we believe in our city, and we are committed to it with all of our hearts!
Shawn Niles
March 14, 2017
I love walking downtown! A pastry and latte from Essencia, a browse through cool places in historic buildings and the "Executive Lunch Special" at Santiago's are a few of my faves. If you haven't looked around downtown lately, check it out!
Vicki Rodgers
March 7, 2017
I've lived in Yakima for 6 months now and love it here! I'm a transplant from outside of Austin, TX but made it here with my Yakima-native wife and our toddler son. To me, the best part of Yakima is that the people here remind me every day of the folks from back home. Cheers to a new home and thank you, Yakima, for the warm welcome!
Josh
January 11, 2017
I Love Yakima.
Alexis Maestre-Saborit
January 9, 2017
Came here over many years to visit family, and now live here! It' just so awesome here!
Virginia
September 30, 2016
I love the Yakima valley that phrase alone brings tears to my eyes because I have so many positive memories that I would love to share I believe there is truly wonderful spirit here and I won't to do more for the community GOD Bless Washingtonians and the Great North West!
Alan Oropeza
August 26, 2016
I really do love Yakima.
Matt Hunter
August 25, 2016
I love Yakima!!
Lindsay
August 25, 2016
I have been visiting for eleven years and I love it! And I am moving to Yakima this Summer. I heart Yakima!
Paul
June 1, 2016
The things I love about Yakima are the things that have been here the longest. The mountains, the valleys, the crafts and culture of the Yakama Nation, the near constant sunshine and of course the smell of wild sage. Apr 11, 2016 09:58 am
Lucas
April 11, 2016
Great video on the CubCrafters website. It brings back the memories of Good O' American Advertising. Advertising as a whole has been given great esteem by this video that depicts Yakima in beautifully-bright light. I hope I can one day work and live in Yakima, Washington State. Great job Yakima! Regards, UUDEI
Opeyemi O. Ekundayo
February 27, 2016