I think you made the right choice. Although, assuming you aren't married (what it sounds like), it may have been fun to make some more interesting memories.
I wouldn't, myself, have not went based solely on the $30k loss in savings, considering your current stash and your rate of savings already. But maybe the tax implications were too cumbersome to have to deal with.
I'm wanting to move to the Seattle area myself or PNW in general since I can't think of a better place to be. Just don't know if I can handle the constant rain!