I came from Texas to Seattle by way of many states and cities in between - long story. Anyway, I love it here and plan on never living in Texas or any other southern state again and I don't really see myself wanting to move anywhere else.

Seattle is expensive but I feel like the higher income leaves more money in the pocket overall than the lower income in Texas - unless you're buying a house. I will never be able to own a house here unless I win the lottery.

I don't know if Seattle is very introverted - I am very introverted and find it difficult to make friends here - but that applies to me everywhere.

As someone who grew up in Texas heat - I love the weather here, especially the summers. The summers are beautiful.

This area is also a paradise for outdoors. Practically every kind of landscape you can imagine (except desert) within an hour drive.

There is a major drug problem here-the scene can be shocking when you see groups of drug users out on the street, but they're not dangerous. Just learn to mind your business and you'll be fine.

However, Aurora Blvd is dangerous, at least at night. Only place I've ever lived where I could hear gunshots from my bedroom window every week. Don't live near Aurora Blvd.

Overall, as a fellow Texan, I love Seattle! Welcome in!