[crusty old prospector]

I roofed apartments in Dallas for two summers to make some college money, before the illegals came in. That was rough hauling shingles up a two-story ladder to stock the roof when it was too hot to lay the shingles. Also did demolition of a junior high, home construction, wheat harvest, and worked for a boat motor repairman. I have spent my time in hades lite but I would rather be outside then in the prison cell known as a cubicle anyday. But, the pay is much better.

[Windflier]

Sounds like you've earned the right to say, "I love Texas"!

I would rather be outside then in the prison cell known as a cubicle anyday.

I've worked both. Either one can be hell. Hard to say which is worse.