Been tossing around the idea of relocating somewhere warmer, and Texas keeps popping up in conversations with friends and family. I mean, I get it—BBQ, music scene, affordable housing (well, compared to where I'm at now anyway), but is it really all it's cracked up to be? I've heard summers can be brutal hot and that traffic in some cities is a nightmare. Plus, I'm not exactly a cowboy boots kinda person, you know?
I'm curious if anyone here has made the move recently or lived there for a while. What's everyday life like? Any hidden downsides or unexpected perks that don't usually come up when people talk about it? Just trying to get a realistic picture before I pack up my whole life and head south.
Lived in Austin for about 5 years, and yeah, summers are no joke—think walking into an oven every time you step outside. But honestly, you adapt pretty quick. Traffic can suck, especially during festivals or game days, but that's true for most popular cities. Funny thing is, I moved there thinking I'd never own cowboy boots either...fast forward two years and I'm at a friend's wedding rocking a pair. Life's weird like that. Ever thought about checking out smaller towns nearby instead of the big cities?