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weather - 11/13/2011

Love winters in Texas![more...]

Very Hot and Dry Summer - 10/24/2011

After living at the Lake of the Ozarks for two years, and becoming acclimated to snowy winters, our family moved back to Texas in early 2010 to land in the hottest summer in Texas history. In two words, it was absolutely miserable. The house we live in does not have ample insulation at all. Even with multiple layers of curtains, three window units and the central air on almost constantly, the inside temperature was 85 degrees or higher during the day, for months. The outdoor air was thick and suffocating, and being outside was tolerable for a few minutes at a time, even early in the morning. I do not recommend Texas for seniors, children, or middle-aged women who suffer from hot flashes. I was born and raised in Dallas, Texas, and I cannot wait to leave the South forever.[more...]

Texas is a Great State - 10/22/2011

I love everything Texas! [more...]

Killeen-Temple-Fort Hood, Texas - 10/4/2011

The Killeen-Temple-Fort Hood, Texas metro area is the best place to live and raise a family. The Cost of living and quality of life are affordable. The perdominance of active duty and retirees gives the aire of stability and comforts of hometown living. Affordable housing: homes for sale and rental market rates are competitive. Country living at it bests. From Texas you can travel anywhere in any direction by air or by land and enjoy life. [more...]

Not so great - 9/21/2011

Texas is not so great because the weather is so miserable here from late May until Sept. Not so pretty here and its alright in a few places. Its so boring and not many sight seeing. Out west like California,Oregon,Washington,and Colorado there is many sight seeing to see and many outdoors things to do and here in Texas if you try to do some fun outdoors activity you might get a heat stroke because its so hot and humid here in Texas most of the time its over 100 degree everyday and drought is a huge problem and a growing problem. The panhandle of Texas is just butt ugly and its flat with no trees and mostly grass. Southeast Texas there a lot of pine trees which I like but its still flat and is so humid compare to the panhandle. West texas is very boring nothing to see and there is some mountains until you reach closer to EL Paso but EL Paso is a boring city and ugly. There is many illegals living in Texas and its a very serious problem because they are causing a lot of crime problems. The job market is a joke here in Texas and I have no luck finding a really good job with high pay. I should have stay in California or move Oregon or maybe to Colorado but my family talk into me to move to Tx and now they all move out. Some people here are nice but not very many and they are mostly snobs. I have visit other states where people are so much nicer and I came from a state where people are much nicer than Tx. Property taxes is a joke here and its so high that I don't know how people here can afford their house payment with those high property taxes. Other states like Oregon and Colorado have a much lower property taxes. I am moving to Oregon or colorado because the weather there is so much more comfortable than Texas. Its may rain a lot in Oregon during the winter but I rather live somewhere where the summer is so nice and not deal with a crappy summer in Tx. I am fixing to move out of Texas very soon.[more...]

Housing - 7/30/2011

Very affordable [more...]

Thanks - 7/7/2011

Thanks for the helpful comparisons.[more...]

It's the heat - 6/16/2011

Texas is just hot, no matter when, no matter where. [more...]

Premier City - 5/22/2011

A vibrant fast growing premier city richly diverse in culture and neighborhoods.Economic growth of new shopping centers,educational centers and many new business relocating.Great tax break incentives for new business growth.Parks,,fitness centers and a outstanding recreation center[more...]

Texas - 5/7/2011

Very conservative socially, politically, economically, and religiously, except for a few more progressive towns and enclaves at universities.[more...]

Crime in Texas is Increasing - 2/25/2011

If you are considering relocating to Texas, you need to know about the rapidly rising crime rate. Crime is on the increase not only along the Texas/Mexico border and large cities throughout the state. Crime is increasing in rural areas as well. Thoroughly research the area of Texas you are considering relocating to. Better yet, choose a safer state and city to live in.[more...]

From Texas - 2/25/2011

I've Lived in Multiple States and Multiple communities... I hope I will be a helpful contributor. [more...]

Texas, Our Texas - 1/16/2011

I'm proud to be a 4th generation Texan. Although, our family has vacationed in many states through my childhood and adult years, I can't imagine living anywhere else. We have a culturally diverse population which is truly a manifestation of the inscription on the NY, Statue of Liberty. "Give me your tired, your poor,..." Our state has aided people during hurricanes, floods, and many other disasters. Our economy has remained one of the strongest, during the volatile times. Texas is a land beaming with opportunity. I am a city girl, but my family has cattle ranches in South Texas...hundreds of acres. Yes, they are real cowboys! I'll never forget going to the ranch as a child (1970's) in my bell bottom jeans and platform shoes...looking for Native American Indian arrowheads...I didn't realize the historical importance at that time. My Texas life affords me the luxury of going to the Houston Theatre district one night, and visiting real cowboys. The food is great in Texas: French, Asian, Texas Country Cooking, Italian,...you name it, we've got some of the best. Our southern hospitality is second to none! Don't listen to the uneducated rants of an ignorant few :) Pray for them to put away the hate! There's enough of that in the world. Let's teach our children to strive for peace and put away the hate. God bless America and God bless Texas! Daughter of an American Vet and Proud Texan, Rebecca [more...]

Living in Texas - 1/9/2011

Texas is friendly and the value of homes for the cost is great. Salaries are comprable to other places that cost more to live and the cost of iving is reasonable. There are so many different landscapes in this state. Eastern Texas is so green with a lot of lakes. In the south there is the coast. Westward is like the old west depicted in television. There are a lot of variety and options for school, career, and it is possible to live outside a major city and feel like you are in a small rural community.[more...]

Economy - 12/5/2010

I believe Texas is one of the most stable economies in the nation. The state is very self sustaining.[more...]

single parent of 2 planning on moving to texas - 11/30/2010

planning on moving to texas any ideas. Need info on good area for children to go to school and live .thanks [more...]

Texas - 11/30/2010

How is the quality of life in Texas? What area is best to live?[more...]

Flu epidemic - 11/23/2010

Flu [more...]

Been to Fort Worth before and... - 10/29/2010

I went to Fort Worth, TX on a sort of extended vacation (about 3 months) and I must say I thoroughly enjoyed myself and was impressed at the atmosphere and the friendliness of everyone. Both my husband and I were unfamiliar to our surroundings and never, not once ran into anyone who was reluctant or anything but welcoming us, many wanting to talk about the "Up North" life and the trip from Michigan to Texas. I plan to move there in 6-8 months (or sooner if my family can procure jobs and housing sooner) and don't have any doubtful thought about doing so. [more...]

Cheap - 10/5/2010

I like the cost of living for most places in Texas.[more...]