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| oija - 2017-09-06 11:08 AM
First of all, if you want barrel races and frequently with good payouts then this is the place to be. In my area (North Texas) there are jackpots almost every night of the week and even a few series through the winter. North Texas does have tornadoes though, and yes we are hot. If you get down into the hill country, its hotter but fewer tornadoes. The hill country is more expensive though. You have a few less problems with tornadoes around Stephenville and it is definitely a horse capital. Weatherford also has tons of activity. Decatur and Pilot Point are other areas (though Pilot Point is uber costly). I will say you can find 'uppity' or 'snobbish' horse people anywhere so don't think moving here will cure that completely though I know you will meet many who are down to earth too. DFW, Austin, any major urban center is going to have plenty of jobs. But if you are an RN, finding a job shouldn't be too hard. Places are always looking for nurses THOUGH the BSN is quickly moving in as the new minimal requirement so keep that in mind when looking for jobs.
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| First of all there is a shortage of nurses here. Obviously we a few extras to deal with our natural desasters. You need to be aware that we have a lot of heat, drought, tornadoes, regular flooding, fires, straight line winds, sandstorms, and hurricanes. That just depends on what part of the state. You need to know that we measure approximate distance here a little differently. Right down the road may be 20-30 miles. He is one of my neighbors may mean he lives two roads over and it may take 15 minutes to drive there. I drive 25 miles to work and don't think about it. You may have to drive 10- 15 milks to get groceries. I live in E Texas. In WTexas your nearest neighbor may be 5 miles down the road. We still vote with paper and pencil. Other than the fact that your neighbor may have moved to Texas from somewhere else and is a freakin idiot, we all love each other for the most part. I can't speak for the larger cities because I would rather die than live there. |
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Location: Bandera, TX | So many great places to live in Texas. I'm west of San Antonio, if I were to move elsewhere is the state I would consider the following areas:
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Location: Texas! | I am a Texas transplant also and have lived in east, north and now central Texas. I LOVE the little town I'm in. Beautiful area close to Waco, not far from major airports and within an hour from barrel races almost nightly. There is a good from what I've heard hospital even in town and it's only 2500 population. I didn't love east Texas and north twxas was alright but I prefer the hills and scenery of central Texas personally. Land can be pricey but we actually are i he process of buying a little place with 15 ac and it's very affordable |
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| GoMistyGo - 2017-09-06 12:06 PM
So many great places to live in Texas. I'm west of San Antonio, if I were to move elsewhere is the state I would consider the following areas:
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Abilene
Stephenville and surrounding areas
So excited for you!!!
I've been looking at Abilene!
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| I was born and raised in Dallas, lived in Austin a few years and have been in Houston for the last 20 years. We also have barrel races thruout the week and your choice of where to go on the weekends. If I had my choice I would condider these areas Stephenville, north of Waco, Weatherford, Ft Worth. All have big hospitals, and you will be in the heart of barrel racing country. In addition to local small races easy access to Waco who hosts huge events, Stephenville has huge events, there are numerous arenas towards FT Worth that hosts great races too, again easy to get too. That area too is an easy drive to Oklahoma for the big races there. It is hot in the summmer but you don't have the humidity we deal with here.
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| WYOracer - 2017-09-06 12:10 PM
I am a Texas transplant also and have lived in east, north and now central Texas. I LOVE the little town I'm in. Beautiful area close to Waco, not far from major airports and within an hour from barrel races almost nightly. There is a good from what I've heard hospital even in town and it's only 2500 population. I didn't love east Texas and north twxas was alright but I prefer the hills and scenery of central Texas personally. Land can be pricey but we actually are i he process of buying a little place with 15 ac and it's very affordable
I am used to pricey land, a flat one acre lot in my parts will cost you anywhere from $50,000 to $250,000 depending on location...if you want property with a view go ahead and add a few more $$.
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| rodeomom3 - 2017-09-06 12:26 PM
I was born and raised in Dallas, lived in Austin a few years and have been in Houston for the last 20 years. We also have barrel races thruout the week and your choice of where to go on the weekends. If I had my choice I would condider these areas Stephenville, north of Waco, Weatherford, Ft Worth. All have big hospitals, and you will be in the heart of barrel racing country. In attention to local small races easy access to Waco who hosts huge events, Stephenville has huge events, there are numerous arenas towards FT Worth that hosts great races too, again easy to get too. That area too is an easy drive to Oklahoma for the big races there. It is hot in the summmer but you don't have the humidity we deal with here.
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| streakysox - 2017-09-06 11:32 AM
First of all there is a shortage of nurses here. Obviously we a few extras to deal with our natural desasters. You need to be aware that we have a lot of heat, drought, tornadoes, regular flooding, fires, straight line winds, sandstorms, and hurricanes. That just depends on what part of the state. You need to know that we measure approximate distance here a little differently. Right down the road may be 20-30 miles. He is one of my neighbors may mean he lives two roads over and it may take 15 minutes to drive there. I drive 25 miles to work and don't think about it. You may have to drive 10- 15 milks to get groceries. I live in E Texas. In WTexas your nearest neighbor may be 5 miles down the road. We still vote with paper and pencil. Other than the fact that your neighbor may have moved to Texas from somewhere else and is a freakin idiot, we all love each other for the most part. I can't speak for the larger cities because I would rather die than live there.
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| Sandok - 2017-09-06 2:51 PM
Don't forget the Fire Ants and the snakes.
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Location: Texas | WYOracer - 2017-09-06 12:10 PM
I am a Texas transplant also and have lived in east, north and now central Texas. I LOVE the little town I'm in. Beautiful area close to Waco, not far from major airports and within an hour from barrel races almost nightly. There is a good from what I've heard hospital even in town and it's only 2500 population. I didn't love east Texas and north twxas was alright but I prefer the hills and scenery of central Texas personally. Land can be pricey but we actually are i he process of buying a little place with 15 ac and it's very affordable
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Location: Texas | Mrs.Stepniak - 2017-09-06 12:13 PM GoMistyGo - 2017-09-06 12:06 PM So many great places to live in Texas. I'm west of San Antonio, if I were to move elsewhere is the state I would consider the following areas:
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So excited for you!!! I've been looking at Abilene! Thanks!
Abilene is a great area. We went to the HS State Finals Rodeo there for the last several years. The people there are so nice. We commented on not interacting with one single person who was not really nice. Not a server, not a Walmart employee, not any store person. Not one. I live in east Texas and I would not mind moving to Abilene. Between Abilene and Ft Worth there should be plenty of barrel races.
You mentioned that you are a nurse. Tyler has a large medical community and is still a relatively small town.
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Location: West Texas | Texas is big and diverse. What does your husband do for a living? What kind of climate and landscape do you prefer? There certainly is a lot of choices. I am not a fan of humidity myself. If you were considering the location and climate of Abilene, you might look at San Angelo as well. The more rain you want, go East.
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| I just passed about 10-18 wheelers loaded with hay at the Marshall,Tx Convention Center. They are waiting for others and are headed for South TX.
I forgot to mention in Marshall, they love those fire ants so much they have a FIRE ANT FESTIVAL.
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| Thanks for this post! My husband and I are waiting to see if he gets a major promotion...if not...Texas is one of the places we are looking at, too. I know everyone said that certain parts of Texas were expensive, but coming from Southern CA it's all pretty cheap to us! (And the majority of the folks are not idiots like they are here.) |
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Location: Texas | To those of you looking to move to Texas from beautiful states, know this: Most of Texas is flat and not beautiful. I've lived in N. Texas 37 years, and I call it home. Barrel racing is the best but summer is brutal. I know I say this everytime someone mentions moving to Texas but it's the truth. Five full months of summer will sap the life out of you. BUT, winter is pretty good. |
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| treasurehunter - 2017-09-07 2:54 PM
It sounds like you would love east Texas. D finitely small town feeling, opportunity and more barrel racing than you can shake a stick at. Now, it's gonna be a heavy dose of sweet tea, yes mm, rolling hills, pretty sunsets, and a lot of "can we help
Y'all with that".
Beautiful souls and pretty countrysides where you can imagine yourself up at daybreak, putting on your most comfortable boots and tshirt to go on a cattle drive.
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| Fun2Run - 2017-09-07 4:53 PM
To those of you looking to move to Texas from beautiful states, know this: Most of Texas is flat and not beautiful. I've lived in N. Texas 37 years, and I call it home. Barrel racing is the best but summer is brutal. I know I say this everytime someone mentions moving to Texas but it's the truth. Five full months of summer will sap the life out of you. BUT, winter is pretty good.
You are right. And I would be moving from an incredibly beautiful area but I am moving to Texas seeking more opportunity... not scenery. Thank you for the reminder tho, I'm sure if Texas is like any other state, the prettier the area the prettier the price tag lol. |
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Location: The best kept secret in TX | treasurehunter - 2017-09-08 9:15 AM I like Longview, Tyler, Jefferson, and Nacogdoches.
I like Naca-Nowhere too! Was born there and I'm always drawn back to that little college town.
So much of my family's history is in Nac. The little coffee shop across from the college is where my Mother bought her wedding dress back when it was a dress shop. I can see her inside that little shop trying on dresses everytime I pass by.
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| I took a horse to the guy that breaks mine in Nacogdoches. I had forgotten why I love that area so much. It is beautiful. I will say something important about Nac though. If you not a part of the old wealthy families there you are nobody. Students at the college never realize this because they are a part of the college society and don't get out from there. If you can find a person from one of those families to marry you are OK otherwise forget. Henderson and Carthage are the same. Just a hard area to move into. |
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Location: Buffalo, Wyoming | Fun2Run - 2017-09-07 3:53 PM To those of you looking to move to Texas from beautiful states, know this: Most of Texas is flat and not beautiful. I've lived in N. Texas 37 years, and I call it home. Barrel racing is the best but summer is brutal. I know I say this everytime someone mentions moving to Texas but it's the truth. Five full months of summer will sap the life out of you. BUT, winter is pretty good.
Very TRUE!!! I was born and raised in Utah and have lived in Wyoming off and on for the last 7 years or so. I have moved to Texas twice, (Stephenville). I loved Stephenville the first time I was there in 2009, and HATED it this last time we moved back. We lasted 9 months and have been back in the mountains for a year now. All of my inlaws live in Stephenville or surrounding areas. The tornados scared the crap out of me and we had a storm room.
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Location: North Dakota | Fun2Run - 2017-09-07 4:53 PM
To those of you looking to move to Texas from beautiful states, know this: Most of Texas is flat and not beautiful. I've lived in N. Texas 37 years, and I call it home. Barrel racing is the best but summer is brutal. I know I say this everytime someone mentions moving to Texas but it's the truth. Five full months of summer will sap the life out of you. BUT, winter is pretty good.
North Dakota isn't super scenic either but I know I could never last in Texas. It would be fun to be somewhere where the opportunities are endless with horses but I would die in summer--no joke. I will take my -30 any day over that gross heat.  |
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Location: Texas | Mrs.Stepniak - 2017-09-08 9:10 AM Fun2Run - 2017-09-07 4:53 PM To those of you looking to move to Texas from beautiful states, know this: Most of Texas is flat and not beautiful. I've lived in N. Texas 37 years, and I call it home. Barrel racing is the best but summer is brutal. I know I say this everytime someone mentions moving to Texas but it's the truth. Five full months of summer will sap the life out of you. BUT, winter is pretty good. You are right. And I would be moving from an incredibly beautiful area but I am moving to Texas seeking more opportunity... not scenery. Thank you for the reminder tho, I'm sure if Texas is like any other state, the prettier the area the prettier the price tag lol.
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| Well I am hearing more negative qualities of Texas than I thought I would get, so if not Texas then where?? I am a nurse, my husband does construction. I want access to barrel racing, arenas, flat land, good job opportunities and as crazy as it sounds...feed and tack stores (if you knew how hard if was to get quality feed, hay and tack in my area, you would understand) Decent weather wouldn't be a bad quality either lol. |
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| I have lived in the same place for 37 years. I live on the same road I grew up on. The two main things that I don't like are how ignorant everyone drives when we have ice or snow and I am probably in there with the rest of them. We are not used to snow. The goofy weather we have sometimes. Never would have thought we would have a hurricane in NE Texas. I guess the two things I like best are the people here. When someone offers to help you THEY MEAN IT. We don't argue or fuss on face book or anywhere else. East TX is considered the Bible Belt and everyone goes to church. We have a lot of cowboy churches around her now.
I tried to just name to things in each category so maybe you could understand.
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| Mrs.Stepniak - 2017-09-08 3:18 PM Well I am hearing more negative qualities of Texas than I thought I would get, so if not Texas then where?? I am a nurse, my husband does construction. I want access to barrel racing, arenas, flat land, good job opportunities and as crazy as it sounds...feed and tack stores (if you knew how hard if was to get quality feed, hay and tack in my area, you would understand) Decent weather wouldn't be a bad quality either lol.
Nah, Texas is great and has many beautiful areas and great people. I live in a small town just outside Houston, my husband drives into Houston for work so we are close to the big city. That said my town stll has that small town feel, post office is never crowded, no traffic yet only 20 or 30 minutes from city conveniences. Fire ants are a pain but a minor inconvenience, out hottest month is August, the other months are hot but not like August. |
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Location: Texas | To the OP, you might look at the little town of Glen Rose. It's very pretty, fairly close to Fort Worth, there is a lake close (Granbury), and it's a cute, quaint little town. There are hospitals in both towns (for your work). And, there is a very nice arena in Glen Rose where lots of barrel races (big and small) are held.
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| Fun2Run - 2017-09-08 4:34 PM
To the OP, you might look at the little town of Glen Rose. It's very pretty, fairly close to Fort Worth, there is a lake close (Granbury), and it's a cute, quaint little town. There are hospitals in both towns (for your work). And, there is a very nice arena in Glen Rose where lots of barrel races (big and small) are held.
Sorry I was such a downer.
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Location: Kentucky | I was born and raised in Texas and have lived all around the state (Hill Country, Austin, San Antonio, Houston, Ft Worth, Dallas). I moved to North Carolina 3 years ago, so I'm pretty sure I know where you are from!
I would say that objectively, North Carolina is a much nicer PLACE. The land is more scenic, there are more pronounced seasons, it's not as crowded as Texas, and in the region I'm in land is cheaper. I have absolutely loved living here and will be really sad when I leave.
All that being said, I will probably be moving back to Texas next year. I have really missed the community in Texas, especially the barrel racing community. In Texas I felt like people were friendly and happy to meet you. I have not felt that as much here. Neighbors back home are just all so welcoming and there is a state pride that unites people, unlike anywhere else.
I have noticed that the barrel racing community in TX is much larger and the barrel races are, for the most part, run on a more regimented schedule. Even at many smaller races they start on time and run 40-45 an hour. There have been multiple times here I have gone to a race and it has started 2-3 hours late. I love the number of elite horses there are in Texas and I feel that that level of competition is really great to watch and participate in. You can really learn a lot when you get to run with the big names weekly. And of course, there are so many more races to choose from. Here a lot of times I will go a month or so without having a race to go to because of rain, distance, not enough added money, etc but in Texas there are literally multiple races a week to go to.
Being from NC, I would think you would enjoy the Hill Country. Towns like Kerrville, Fredericksburg have good hospitals and plenty of races around to go to. Seguin might be another town in that region to look at. More towards DFW area Temple or Waco might be nice. Manageable size with good hospitals. College Station has a big hospital too and the area is nice. Anywhere around FW (Weatherford, Stephenville, etc ) would be nice. Glen Rose or Hamilton aren't too far from there and are both really pretty. Good luck in your search!
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There are many companies out in Texas and lots of opportunities.
Now it does get some kinda hot. And yep the fire ants and snakes are a pain.
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| ohkissmydash - 2017-09-08 9:34 PM
I was born and raised in Texas and have lived all around the state (Hill Country, Austin, San Antonio, Houston, Ft Worth, Dallas). I moved to North Carolina 3 years ago, so I'm pretty sure I know where you are from!
I would say that objectively, North Carolina is a much nicer PLACE. The land is more scenic, there are more pronounced seasons, it's not as crowded as Texas, and in the region I'm in land is cheaper. I have absolutely loved living here and will be really sad when I leave.
All that being said, I will probably be moving back to Texas next year. I have really missed the community in Texas, especially the barrel racing community. In Texas I felt like people were friendly and happy to meet you. I have not felt that as much here. Neighbors back home are just all so welcoming and there is a state pride that unites people, unlike anywhere else.
I have noticed that the barrel racing community in TX is much larger and the barrel races are, for the most part, run on a more regimented schedule. Even at many smaller races they start on time and run 40-45 an hour. There have been multiple times here I have gone to a race and it has started 2-3 hours late. I love the number of elite horses there are in Texas and I feel that that level of competition is really great to watch and participate in. You can really learn a lot when you get to run with the big names weekly. And of course, there are so many more races to choose from. Here a lot of times I will go a month or so without having a race to go to because of rain, distance, not enough added money, etc but in Texas there are literally multiple races a week to go to.
Being from NC, I would think you would enjoy the Hill Country. Towns like Kerrville, Fredericksburg have good hospitals and plenty of races around to go to. Seguin might be another town in that region to look at. More towards DFW area Temple or Waco might be nice. Manageable size with good hospitals. College Station has a big hospital too and the area is nice. Anywhere around FW (Weatherford, Stephenville, etc ) would be nice. Glen Rose or Hamilton aren't too far from there and are both really pretty. Good luck in your search!
People are not very friendly in NC, at least in my parts. Sad but true. Glad you have enjoyed living here tho! Thanks for the suggestions on where to look into! |
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| treasurehunter - 2017-09-08 11:15 PM
If it were me I would go see it for myself. I believe it is what you make it. I'm from Louisiana but very fond of Texas. We drive over for many different reasons, barrel races, shopping, and busts. Different areas of Texas of course have different types of terrain. I lived out in Plano for awhile. The people are very friendly overall and quickly feel like old friends.
There are many companies out in Texas and lots of opportunities.
Now it does get some kinda hot. And yep the fire ants and snakes are a pain.
I'm a hard core Louisiana girl though, I love mud, crawfish boils on Saturdays, and yes I have at least one gator on my property.
Thats what we plan on doing. Probably make our first trip down in February for the American, then go in the fall, we will save summer for last because I have been told if you make your first visit in the summer time you will never go back! Lol |
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Location: Arkansas | treasurehunter - 2017-09-08 11:16 PM
That was supposed to say "visits" not busts. Lol
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1. The low humidity is AMAZING!
2. The weather is AMAZING.
3. There are no mosquitos. Just mesquite, cactus and coastal grass. A far cry from the wet, high humidity and bug infested area where we are from.
4. The few barrel racers Ive met are not the friendliest. Ive had 3 of them tell me I'm going to get my @ss kicked up here. I smile but leave it alone.... They dont know me. Or my horses. So far they have left a bad taste in my mouth.
5. There are races it seems like every night of the week.
Where ever you end up, WELCOME TO TEXAS! Its an amazing place.
After making a day trip to alvarado, the people over there are alot friendlier. I really think thats where I want to end up!!!!
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| Jazz's Girl - 2017-09-11 10:45 AM
I grew up om SE Texas. Moved to SW La 4 years ago. My husband and I weren't happy. So a month ago, he was offered a job in the Dallas area and jumped on it. I moved up here last week. We are living in Terrell at the moment but may look at going to the alvarado area. We are in an RV so its an easy move ;-). Heres what Ive noticed about being up here....
1. The low humidity is AMAZING!
2. The weather is AMAZING.
3. There are no mosquitos. Just mesquite, cactus and coastal grass. A far cry from the wet, high humidity and bug infested area where we are from.
4. The few barrel racers Ive met are not the friendliest. Ive had 3 of them tell me I'm going to get my @ss kicked up here. I smile but leave it alone.... They dont know me. Or my horses. So far they have left a bad taste in my mouth.
5. There are races it seems like every night of the week.
Where ever you end up, WELCOME TO TEXAS! Its an amazing place.
After making a day trip to alvarado, the people over there are alot friendlier. I really think thats where I want to end up!!!!
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| Bumping this back up for another question...
Is anyone familiar with the Boyd, TX area and has anyone had experience (as a nurse) with Texas Health Resources specifically Texas Health Harris Methodist-Fort Worth?? |
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Location: Texas! | Boyd has a nice arena with weekly jackpots and is close to weatherford and DFW. |
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Location: NE Texas | You've got a lot of really good feedback.
The only other thing I would suggest is double checking the soil in areas that you like - the soil type can vary greatly. I grew up in deeper east texas with sandy loam soil (it was awesome). As an adult I landed (for work reasons) closer to DFW where the soil is black clay. When it's dry it's like crunchy cake balls, when it's wet it's like wet doo balls that tangles in manes and tails like cray!
Not your friend if you have horses - but you learn to deal if that's where you end up.
Edited by reese_tx 2017-09-14 1:22 PM
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Location: Texas | Mrs.Stepniak - 2017-09-14 10:56 AM Bumping this back up for another question... Is anyone familiar with the Boyd, TX area and has anyone had experience (as a nurse) with Texas Health Resources specifically Texas Health Harris Methodist-Fort Worth??
Boyd is a nice area. Would be a pretty long drive into FW, and I-35 north is a traffic nightmare.
Texas Health is a big conglomerate of hospitals and medical groups all over the D/FW area. You should be able to find a Texas health hospital close wherever you land. |
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| reese_tx - 2017-09-14 1:20 PM
You've got a lot of really good feedback.
The only other thing I would suggest is double checking the soil in areas that you like - the soil type can vary greatly. I grew up in deeper east texas with sandy loam soil (it was awesome). As an adult I landed (for work reasons) closer to DFW where the soil is black clay. When it's dry it's like crunchy cake balls, when it's wet it's like wet doo balls that tangles in manes and tails like cray!
Not your friend if you have horses - but you learn to deal if that's where you end up.
Yuck, sounds like the red clay we have up here! I will remember that, thank you! |
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| Fun2Run - 2017-09-14 1:53 PM
Mrs.Stepniak - 2017-09-14 10:56 AM Bumping this back up for another question... Is anyone familiar with the Boyd, TX area and has anyone had experience (as a nurse) with Texas Health Resources specifically Texas Health Harris Methodist-Fort Worth??
Boyd is a nice area. Would be a pretty long drive into FW, and I-35 north is a traffic nightmare.
Texas Health is a big conglomerate of hospitals and medical groups all over the D/FW area. You should be able to find a Texas health hospital close wherever you land.
Yeah I saw the map of all the different locations they have, shouldn't be too challenging |
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