Can someone please tell me why Californians hate Texas, Houston? (Dallas: live in, vs.)

[tyanger]

Whataburger for sure - where you can still get a deep fried apple pie, not some half-baked wannabe abomination.

[cheryjohns]

Originally Posted by Huckleberry3911948

good question. i am a university of houston grad. i have lived here 30 years.
i love both places.
however the city i inhabit its 3% AA a very very small part of that is gangbang. houston is 25% AA a large percent is gangbang.
and that is having an effect on quality of life for houston, you can thank bill white and new orleans for that. montrose and galleria were fun places to hang out, not anymore.

I am also assuming that whites, asians, and hispanics are also allowed to be in gangs. That would make Houston's population a MINIMUM of 50% "gangbang". I have lived her for over 35 years and had no idea it was like that. I used to feel so safe - and now I don't. So glad you added your 2 cents so I know the real truth.

[TXRyan23]

Originally Posted by tyanger

Whataburger for sure - where you can still get a deep fried apple pie, not some half-baked wannabe abomination.

Whataburger onion rings are pretty damn tasty too..

[cheryjohns]

Originally Posted by TNRyan23

Whataburger onion rings are pretty damn tasty too..

Sonic onion rings are the best - I can taste vanilla in the batter, which is surprisingly good.

[jfre81]

We should have fast food tastings where we all act like highfalutin wine connoisseurs, detailing the subtle notes we taste in our cheeseburgers and fries. It's like being half-sophisticated.

[Leasure]

Dear Seamagician,
I grew up in Cleveland, Ohio, lived on the Central Coast of California for 9 years, and Raleigh Triangle area now for 2 years. My husband is considering a job opportunity in Houston, so I am doing my due duty as researcher. As far as the entitlement you sensed in the Californians, I too noticed an overall attitude that bordered on superiority! Naturally, we made many good friends (lots of them native Californians), but the vast majority did not seem to realize there were any states East of Colorado! When I told people I was from Ohio, they said, "Idaho?" "Ojai?" They felt California is the only place in the world that matters. Granted, many people are overly proud of there home state or country, and I personally feel this tends to lead to prejudice, bigotry and hatred. We are all part of the human race and thus our choice of where to live should not be hindered by others who choose not to embrace differences. As to your thoughts on climate, I must admit that the heat and humidity of NC is much worse than I thought it would be. Having lived on the CA coast with cool, foggy summers, I love all the sunshine here, but it comes at a price! The people here in Raleigh are friendly and still have that southern hospitality, although most I have met are really not native to the area. Once you get outside the city, though, parts can feel somewhat back-woods (think the movie "deliverance") I have been to Dallas and Houston, and like the overall vibrancy of the cities. We are planning a visit in August as well to help us with our decision. I wish you all the best in your future plans. Do not get discouraged by those negative people, it is you that will be living your life!

[alphajet]

Granted, many people are overly proud of there home state or country, and I personally feel this tends to lead to prejudice, bigotry and hatred

Your going to get plenty of that here in Texas - Especially from native Texans outside that live outside the loop in Houston and some of the wealthier burbs in Dallas -

I have been to Dallas and Houston, and like the overall vibrancy of the cities

RE: Vibrancy in Houston? Maybe A few select places, Galleria, West side..mayeb....Dallas - a few more than Houston.

[TXRyan23]

Originally Posted by jfre81

We should have fast food tastings where we all act like highfalutin wine connoisseurs, detailing the subtle notes we taste in our cheeseburgers and fries. It's like being half-sophisticated.

I wanted to rep this but I have to spread it around a bit more...

That's awesome and to quote the great Butthead.. " I'm there dude. "

[AK123]

Originally Posted by Seamagician

Can someone please explain to me exactly why it is that Californians all seem to tell me that I will hate Texans in general and Houston in particular. People here pull up their noses at Texas and I don't get why. They're actively involved in telling me that I will be truly miserable there.

As far as I can see, apart from the humidity (which some mention), it seems to me to be a pretty international city with lots to offer.

I'm also constantly told that if I do have to go to Texas, then I must choose either Austin or San Antonio, because they're 'lovely' or 'acceptable'.

I've looked at both. They don't offer what Houston does.

I think you've got your answer -- the naysayers haven't done their research. You have. So kudos to you.

Austin (and to a much lesser extent, San Antonio) are media-loved darlings. The media seems to forget Austin is still in Texas. Remember perception is not all reality.
By the way, both are only about 10% less humid than Houston on average.

[Guillotinna]

I have no idea...but it's true...I have family that moved from California to Houston,TX and they hate it so much that they are planning to move out soon.