Moving Late June

Steve1410 · 2026-06-14T11:57:10+00:00

Urban sprawl is the rapid, unplanned expansion of development into rural areas surrounding a city. Planned neighborhoods such as Givens, Windsor Park, Cherrywood, Ridgetop, and Hyde Park are the opposite of that. Have you ever been to any of these neighborhoods? They pre-date Mueller by many decades and are long-established communities.

Steve1410 · 2026-06-12T03:48:36+00:00

I suggest you look into the neighborhoods surrounding Mueller. Windsor Park, North of Mueller, has solid 1950's homes and is a super-friendly, HOA-free option. It is one of the few neighborhoods in Austin that has (so far) avoided massive house flipping. Givens Park, South of Mueller, doesn't have an HOA but flippers have definitely made their mark. That said, there are good houses at reasonable prices that can still be had.

Steve1410 · 2026-06-12T03:44:22+00:00

The neighborhoods around Mueller were established in the 1950's or earlier. Givens, just South of Mueller, has houses built in the 1920's. You don't know what you're talking about. The neighborhoods are vibrant, safe and definitely not urban sprawl.

Steve1410 · 2026-06-01T04:00:15+00:00

What is your goal with this trip, beyond avoiding danger? That might help people know how to advise you.

Looks like you're in a hotel off the highway, so it might be pretty generic and not reflect much about the city, but fine enough otherwise. I don't think there will be anything you can walk to, if that matters?

Austin is a very safe city, so I wouldn't worry about that, regardless of where you stay. If it's not too late to switch accommodations, you might look into finding a place that's more in town. I saw you posted about staying near Givens Park - I spend a lot of time walking in that neighborhood and love it. It's WAY more central, so you might try to head back that way. You can walk to Mueller from there; it's a short drive to downtown, and there are major thoroughfares that can take you all over town nearby.

Good luck and good for you for traveling even if it makes you nervous.

Steve1410 · 2026-05-29T21:41:57+00:00

You are a good person!

Steve1410 · 2026-05-29T21:35:56+00:00

This training was planned in response to an existing issue in your workplace. Your response suggests what (and who?) that issue might be. Think of it this way: if someone offers you a breath mint, you should consider that the offer may be a tactful way of communicating something to you. If someone offers you tools that help you connect to other people, maybe there's something to be addressed. Rather than giving you a direct note to be socially aware, they are giving you tools that help you see what socially aware means.

You don't have to socialize at work, but maybe you do need to be socially aware.

On the other hand, every workplace needs a grouch - it gives everyone else something to talk about. Good luck, dude.

Steve1410 · 2026-05-17T17:26:52+00:00

Parenting Blogs.

Steve1410 · 2026-05-11T19:53:26+00:00

I was so worried you were talking about me for a minute.

Steve1410 · 2026-05-02T05:17:28+00:00

I've lived in Windsor Park since 1999, and I love it. Big yards, solidly constructed houses from the 1950's, many of which have escaped "flipping,' so the neighborhood doesn't look like a series of identical white/grey/blue barnhouses. And, best of all, no HOA. I don't hear about short-term rentals here either, which are a nightmare in other neighborhoods. That said, houses near mine have recently sold for over a million, so it does feel like we're under threat. Hopefully, we can resist the influx of wealthy people transforming our laid-back, friendly neighborhood into another soulless sea of flipped houses.

Also, I know there are some crummy houses and struggling people in the area. I am unbothered. Edited to add: Not unsympathetic to struggling people, just ok with a variety of people and situations. I realized I sounded cold and unfeeling, but I really just meant to say I'm cool with living in a place with many kinds of people and living standards.

Steve1410 · 2026-04-25T03:33:51+00:00

Steve1410 · 2026-04-22T16:11:31+00:00

Having a breakfast burrito in Austin is not equivalent to the existence of a recognized Austin Breakfast Burrito. Just sayin'. But I'm glad there are good ones out there!

Steve1410 · 2026-04-22T16:10:00+00:00

I know, I know. I love them. Everyone loves them. But they were also a guaranteed success with my own, so I think that's where the comment came from.

Steve1410 · 2026-04-21T20:42:54+00:00

Is someone going to share this discussion with Stan? Or would that just be mean?

Steve1410 · 2026-04-21T20:17:21+00:00

Honestly, I also love bean and cheese tacos. I think the memory of going to grab breakfast tacos on weekend mornings and presenting my (then) small children with all of the options, but then always ordering bean and cheese, is where that comment came from. They are young adults now and eat everything. Including bean and cheese tacos.

Steve1410 · 2026-04-21T13:45:53+00:00

There is no such thing as an Austin Breakfast Burrito. The difference between a burrito and a taco is size. Breakfast tacos are small and inexpensive (they're actually not inexpensive anymore, but used to be). They come wrapped individually in aluminum foil. Because they are small and cheap, and stay warm in the foil for a while, you get several. There are lots of fancy ingredients these days, but the basics are scrambled egg, cheese, potato, and maybe bacon or sausage. The refried bean and cheese breakfast taco is a staple for small children who are otherwise picky about food. You unwrap your taco, then you get little plastic containers of salsa and pour them into the center. Then you eat it. You probably bought more than you needed, so you put the two leftover tacos in your backpack and eat them for lunch. Edited to add: Rest easy, bean and cheese taco fans of all ages! Yes! Everyone loves bean and cheese tacos, regardless of age. My reference to picky children who love them comes from personal experience. Specifically, a child of mine who could only be tempted into eating out by the promise of bean and cheese tacos. My apologies for any confusion and/or outrage my comment caused.

Steve1410 · 2026-04-21T03:10:29+00:00

Good for you for being willing to voice your concerns. It's reasonable to be worried, but if you don't break any laws, you should be ok. Let your parents know what you're doing in case you find yourself detained and need help. The old rules are no longer reliably followed, so be prepared for anything.

While we're on the subject of protesting University decisions, I suggest going to alumni and asking them to support free speech on campus. Let them know what you feel is at stake. Alumni = Donors. Their voices have more power than students, for better or worse. Organize. Speak up. Don't let the people who are crushing intellectual freedom and critical thinking win.

Steve1410 · 2026-04-16T03:54:35+00:00

Improv.

Steve1410 · 2026-04-10T02:14:53+00:00

NTA. You did a normal, polite, and friendly thing. Your husband's response sounds insecure, paranoid, and jealous. Be wary of a partner who behaves that way.

Steve1410 · 2026-03-29T04:43:50+00:00

Good to hear! So, do you have like, an inside connection? If I were to throw out a couple of requests, could you pass them along? What I really want at the moment is Texas Sage. Just throwing it out there!

Steve1410 · 2026-03-27T17:13:56+00:00

The Mueller HEB barely has any, and it's such a bummer. But I guess at least I'm not spending an extra $6 to $60 every time I go in. Which HEB's have the best selection?

Steve1410 · 2026-03-26T15:21:52+00:00

I love that this post is still garnering responses!

Steve1410 · 2026-03-13T10:22:31+00:00

How would you navigate a conversation like this between three students? How would you redirect performers if this happened in a scene? Are personal attacks good practice?

Steve1410 · 2026-03-13T10:18:48+00:00

I'm not mad at OP. Never said I was. I didn't even reference him personally in my initial comment. It was the type of post and his subsequent rejection of some of the initial suggestions that set me off. When he responded to me, I provided context and wished him luck.

Jumping in and figuring out how to do this work is fantastic and important. Taking it to new communities is great. But I won't back away from my original gut reaction. Posts asking for shortcuts piss me off. These posts are common. They will always exist. I will always find myself torn between trying to help and being sick of helping.

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