I want to start a new life in Texas, help me!

[TexasHorseLady]

Oh, we have plenty of mosquitos in the Georgetown area. Not so many on our farm, but that's because I have goldfish in the horse tanks and the creek has fish of its own, but if those tanks don't have fish, it's Katy bar the door!

We don't have central air in our 1930's farmhouse, only window units. We first turned them on this year right about the end of May - until then, we didn't need them, partially because the house is designed for the climate (since AC of any kind didn't exist when it was built), partially because it's a bit cooler out here than it is in the heart of the city. But even when we lived in a 1950's house 5 minutes from downtown and had central air, I don't recall turning it on until mid-May. So that's a very subjective and personal thing - some people need it almost year round, others not so much.

[Cowboybootnut]

Originally Posted by GTT1234

As far as weather, maybe you and others can share what its like in the Abilene area.
I asked similar questions in another thread but not about Abilene.

I would like to know exactly what the summer is like in Jones, Taylor, Shackelford, and Callahan counties.

How hot does it REALLY get? and during what times of the day?

How does the humidity REALLY feel? I know that the city-data weather information is very general and not always accurate.

Do you always have your A/C on during the day? Or will a box fan usually do?

Is there usually a breeze?

I have worked in Jones, Taylor and Callahan Counties. Yes it gets hot, but it is dry. It does cool off in the evening and morning. Garden-wise, I am sure the soil is good and fertile, but they do not get a lot of steady rain, when they do get rain, they are usually a good downpours.

The towns I have worked in, Anson, Stamford, Clyde, Abilene, are all fine towns. However, only Abilene seems to have any growth. The populations in the other towns are slowly dwindling, which is a shame. I have met some very friendly people out there, in fact my two best friends live in Abilene. A lot of times on trips to and from Midland/Dallas, I will spend the night in Anson, even though it is out of the way. It is very relaxing and I am sure it lowers my BP.

I would not mind retiring out there in 10 years, or so, but I may have to drag my wife kicking and screaming.

[Stufrogg]

mpsouth,

just letting GTT1234 know a little about the number one religion in Texas: Football!

Stufrogg,

[texas4sure]

Originally Posted by GTT1234

I (with wife and two children) am planning on moving to Texas to start a medium/small town type ice cream shop. This is our dream so we want to choose the right place to be. I need some help narrowing down the options.

I plan to stay away from West Texas mainly because of the soil quality (I want to plant a large garden), wind, and a little bit colder winters. Schools are not a concern except for when it comes to taxes. We plan to homeschool and cringe at having to pay for public education, which my children won’t ever receive.

I would like to live somewhere in northern Texas, but away from the large cities (Dallas, Fort Worth). The concern is I need a job in general aviation (my current trade) for about a year before we can get the ice cream business going.

My main concerns are:

Weather

People who will buy lots of ice cream.


Water supply/quality

Air Quality

Soil quality

Crime, must be safe for my 3yr old daughter

Water recreation Area, possible lake near-by

A solid Bible believing Church


Any input would be helpful. I have already been looking at Graham, Vernon, Wichita Falls, Stephenville, Decatur, Runaway Bay, Gainesville, Sherman, Denison, Paris, and Abilene. There are good and bad about all so far. I need to hear what y’all think.

I see your post has been almost a year ago. I'm responding on the chance your still pondering the idea. I've lived in a lot of places in Texas. My sons school and safety is the most important thought on were to live. We chose Springtown when he started pre-k a very small community but excellent schools. It's not that bad of a drive to the airport and there is an aviation school about 30 minutes away plus Mecham Airport isn't that far away either. I only know because I make that drive everyday. Hope you find what you are looking for.

[Eliza08]

Y'all are making me so anxious today, as I look out my office window and see all the frozen snow, to launch out on my trip to Texas end of this month! As my co-workers and I enjoy this weather and discuss politics I ask them, what would Davy Crockett do (Crockett's quote is on my desk) "you may all go to hell and I will go to Texas"!

So yes I am sure also, texas4sure, I will start my trip in Abilene, travel through M/O and down to Alpine/Big Bend. I originally considered the Ama and Lubbock areas, but have shied away for various reasons. We share many the same requirements for a location to start new in Texas. I think Abilene and the West Texas areas may fit the bill.

I find Moderator cut: link removed, linking to competitors sites is not allowed very helpful when researching towns and cities.

[2happy]

[quote=Eliza08;7316915] what would Davy Crockett do (Crockett's quote is on my desk) "you may all go to hell and I will go to Texas"!

My sentiments exactly!!!