Welcome to Houston, Texas. Home to the most frequent traffic accidents, the largest rodeo in the world, and the best food you can't get anywhere else.
Now I know what you are thinking, Houston, Texas, why would anyone want to live there. The city is spread out over a 40 mile radius, you will be commuting everywhere. You will be to prepare yourself to spend hours in your car, and spending hundreds on gas. This is the reality of living in Houston, if you hate driving I suggest you live somewhere else.
If you can get over spending half your day in the car, be aware of the hundreds of accidents you will get to witness along 610 and 59. This is a death trap, you will soon learn that no one in Houston knowns how to drive, so take extra precaution when entering the interstate. Eventually you will adjust, and realize that everything you thought you knew about driving just throw it out the window. You're better off basing your driving skills on Mario Cart.
Houston however does have some redeeming qualities about it, for example Houston does host the largest Rodeo in the world. The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, is a great attraction for the whole family. From carnival games, to fried food, to the livestock show, and a dozen appearances by country artists the rodeo has it all!
Again be prepared to spend some extra cash, THE RODEO ISN'T CHEEP. Everything does add up, but I can say that it is worth it. Having grown up in Houston, I have attended the rodeo since the time I was little. There is something new and exciting every year, and each time I walk though the gates I get the same overwhelming feeling of excitement!
** For clarification, this is NOT the state fair ** You will not being seeing Big Tex, so don't get your hopes up.
Houston is also home to the Texans, the Rockets, the Astros, and the Dynamo. If you're a big sports fan, like myself, than Houston is will feed your hunger for sports. I can honestly say though I am a loyal Chicago fan, but I do enjoy a Rockets game every now and then. Downtown is the Hub for each sports team, so during game days it can be a little hectic. Downtown is already hard enough to navigate, add thousands of fan crowding the street it will be an all day event.
Houston is known for its food, and food is something that is loved by all. Houston has a great selection for great date night spots, family destinations, or even just an outing with a group of your girlfriends! From BBQ, to burgers, to seafood, to Mexican food Houston has you covered! You will never run out of places to eat in Houston, since Houston is so big there are so many great options spread out along the greater Houston area!
I know its hard to talk about Houston as a Houstonain, but I am proud to be from the H. I can't say that is where I will end up after I graduate, but it will always be home. Thank you Houston for all the memories, I'll see you soon!
