Random Thoughts on Dallas

🐃Having lived in the US for years, I’d never really explored Dallas—until now. I’d seen countless posts calling it “boring,” but to my surprise, it turned out to be incredibly fascinating 🤔—and its charm lies in how delightfully diverse its highlights are. Dallas is a city with a bold, distinct personality. This trip, I ventured to nearby Fort Worth Stockyards, and let me tell you—I fell head over heels, especially for the Rodeo Show 🤠! Unlike most touristy towns where you always feel like an outsider, stepping into that cowboy haven made me feel like I belonged. I wasn’t just a visitor—I was a cowboy (well, a cowgirl at heart)! The immersion was instant, and that’s probably the magic of Texas: it wraps you up in its culture so naturally, you can’t help but embrace it. I went in with so many stereotypes about Texas—you know, the usual assumptions. But what I found were people who are warm, (passionate), and surprisingly open-minded. Would that change if I lived here long-term? Maybe—but for now, I’m utterly charmed. There’s a gentle softness beneath its rugged exterior: the skyline isn’t filled with towering skyscrapers, and the streets aren’t packed with crowds, yet it never feels desolate. Plus, the fashion sense here is chef’s kiss—people dress with that effortless, laid-back stylishness that looks so easy yet so put-together 👗. Maybe the “redneck” stereotype is reserved for rural Texas, because most of the people and places I encountered felt incredibly decent. And honestly? With the US feeling so divided by extreme liberalism these days, I’ve grown tired of the constant push for “diversity” as a buzzword. As an immigrant myself, I don’t find joy in forced diversity anymore—I just want genuine connections, and Dallas gave me that. Dallas’ fall is pure perfection 🍂. It’s the kind of season that lets you dress however you want—layered sweaters, flowy dresses, boots, or sneakers—no rules, just comfort. That’s the vibe of the city too: unpretentious, easygoing, and full of small pleasures. A week here felt both fleeting and lingering. Driving along those wide-open country roads, I found myself humming “Country Roads, Take Me Home” 🍂—and for a moment, Dallas felt like a place I could call home. #US #Texas #Dallas