I had trouble posting a response the first time around.

However, thank you to those who responded to my inquiry regarding Texas Pride.
Interestingly, I came across a hairdresser who lived in Michigan most of her life. She told me that people in Texas are friendlier and she has no plans to return to her home state.
I haven't run across any "big mouths"...though there is a lot of big hair (chuckle).
The bluebonnets and Indian paintbrush are a sight for sore eyes. I highly recommend a visit to the hill country in the spring or even a tour of the Alamo.
Perhaps you should schedule a visit, GuruBlue.
Bye y'all.