I'm noticing a higher percentage of members from Texas, more specifically the Metroplex, than what I normally see in other Internet forums. How many here are from Texas and, more specifically, the Metroplex?

Jeanette Isabelle

Kuovonne, kmat, Librarian and I are in north Houston.

-Blast

I'm in North Dallas.

I'm in Occupied Texas: Oklahoma.

I'm in Graham Texas. North central Texas.

N. Dallas.

Because of his devotion to George W Bush we used to refer to 'the honourable member of parliament for East Texas' (i.e Great Britain):

Tony Blair.

I'm in DFW this week, on vacation.

But does the rest of Houston admit that?

I'm just slightly south of San Antonio

I'm also from DFW - have to admit that I'm a transplant. Wouldn't live anywhere else after getting here.

This is my first time in DFW, and so far really like the area!!! Now if my wife would let me rent a pick up truck, i'd fit in! I've never saw so many pick up trucks in my life!!!!!

Next on the list is a hat and belt buckle... we are going to Cavenders. I can really get into the texas way of life. Just wish i can keep up with the locals when it comes to eating. I have more then enough food for the whole day at breakfast! Then add lunch and then dinner...arrrggggggggggggggggggg.

And some of us actually drive a sedan.

Anyhow, everywhere you look you see the lone star. Everyone here takes pride in their country. Yes, I know, I just called a state a country.

Jeanette Isabelle

"...I just called a state a country..."

If I remember my US history correctly, it was, for a short time...

Actually it was from 1836 to 1845.

Jeanette Isabelle

Texicans, if I recall correctly...

my brother and his family live in foat wuth.

and i was there twice.

does that count?

"...foat wuth..."

That's in Takesass, right?

I did my basic training there, but I am sure that doesn't count...

you bet, pardner.

carswell?

Lackland...

Yup. One of the reasons we are becoming South Dakodians (if that is correct)...

I know that's how my wifes brother-in-law, who lives in Boerne, transplanted there from PA, pronounces it...

We hope to actually get there 'bout this time next year.

CA has some beautiful spots too, but they have become not worth the cost of living here...

We have Texas plates on our truck and RV. We belong to a consumer side RV group called Escapees, headquartered in Livingston TX. They provide our mail forwarding and our domicile address. We are technically Texas residents. But we seldom go to Texas.

When asked "what part of Texas you all from?", we reply, "A small county in the northeast part of the state called Maine."

I lived in Houston for a couple of years when I was very young. I've lived in the Tulsa, OK area ever since.

We thought about doing the Takesass thing, but after talking to others decided on SD...

I was born and raised (24 yrs) in South Texas, went to A&M and and lived in Houston for a year or so. My folks still live in Kingwood, so we visit sometimes. Been gone for 13 years now. Sometimes I miss it, but Missouri isn't too bad. One day I'll go back if I get the chance.

Now that I have acclimated to colder winters though, I can't take the high temps like I could back when I lived down south. Houston in the summer would probably kill me if I had to be outside the A/C for long.

Greg

Oh...My...God, no telling where this will end!!!

To The Duh: As a member of The Daughters of the Republic of Texas (ancestor must have owned land in Texas between 1836-1845), I thank your state for sending Sam Houston.

OBG: This will never end! No real Texan will walk away from a gauntlet, a line in the dust, or a chance to brag!

"...This will never end!..."

That's what I was afraid of

That is so cool! Though I was born in Texas, as was my mom, I can trace my ancestry to France, England and Germany.

Jeanette Isabelle

Read what I wrote. I never said he was texan. How come he has a texan accent anyway? When his brother raised in the same house doesn't?
The Sock

Hey cool a Texas thread!

I am heading to Fort Bliss on wednesday to do some training with the U.S Army dudes.

Anyone know of any cool stuff to see or do anywhere around the Area of Fort Bliss.

"...He gives us a bad name..."

You'd better be careful, the Dixie Chics badmouthed him, and look what happened to them...

That certainly is a tragic story.

Jeanette Isabelle

Yeah. They basically talked their way into oblivion. The FUTC tee was probably the final nail in their coffin. Meanwhile, Toby has his own bank...

Head east to Houston and meet up with Blast.

I'd do it. I did the Biloxi to Houston thing once. That was when Biloxi had the bumper stickers that said "Beautify Biloxi, Kill an Airman".

Works for me! I'm sure we could find some way to entertain ourselves.

-Blast

Hey MoBob,,,I well remember the signs in Norfolk, Va yards that said: "Keep your dogs and Sailors off the grass"!

It's so nice to have the locals know, love, and appreciate the presence and money that those who protect them bring to an area.

I was thinking about starting a Louisiana thread but everybody already knows that Lousy-anna is all about us having the best politicians and police that money can buy!

I'm glad to hear that you're not heading to Folk Polk in Lousy-anna.

If you do by chance get sent to Fort Polk, let me know,,,perhaps I'd be able to run over there and we could meet up. Bo

Back from a week plus in Texas... Love the state, well, the DFW area at least.

I have two trips planned for August, one business and the other for personal.

Anyone know of any good spots for a quick hike in the area? A few hours max, and if there is any good senery is a big bonus.

Cedar Hill State Park
Cedar Ridge Preserve, formally known as the Dallas Nature Center

Jeanette Isabelle

thanks