James W.

Ring doorbell caught a porch pirate on camera. Filed a report with DPD, gave them the video. Never heard back. The camera is for insurance, not justice.

Grand Prairie on Joe Pool Lake is incredible for outdoor families. Kayaking, fishing, trails — and homes start in the $270s. That's unheard of in 2026.

Ring doorbell caught a porch pirate on camera. Filed a report with DPD, gave them the video. Never heard back. The camera is for insurance, not justice.

The toll road "hidden tax" is real. $200/month in tolls is $2,400/year. Nobody includes this in their cost of living calculations but they should.

Malai Kitchen cocktails are underrated. The lemongrass gimlet is my desert island drink.

Plano Library makerspace has a laser cutter you can use for FREE after a training session. I've made custom gifts, signs, all kinds of stuff.

Also worth knowing: Texas law does NOT require landlords to give you a reason for not renewing your lease. They can just not renew at the end of the term.

DORBA does incredible volunteer trail maintenance. They built and maintain most of the DFW mountain bike trails. Support them with membership.

3.4% unemployment means if you're unemployed in DFW and willing to work, you can find something within 2-3 weeks. The market is tight.

NBA League Pass is worth it if you follow a team that is not on national TV regularly. Watching Spurs games to see Wembanyama develop has been my obsession this season.

Com Tam Thuan Kieu broken rice plate is comfort food at its finest. The fish sauce is the secret. $11 for a massive plate.

The recruiting angle is massive. If you are a 4-star kid in DFW and you can play in the ACC without leaving home? That is a pitch that moves the needle.

Roughing the passer is the worst rule in the NFL. Nobody, including the referees, knows what constitutes roughing anymore. The "body weight" language is impossibly vague.

HypeAuditor flagged a DFW "lifestyle influencer" we were about to work with. 62% fake followers. Saved us $2,000 in product.

This is a classic casing technique. They ask about schedules and routines to plan break-ins. Never share that information with strangers.

Katy Trail Ice House after a walk on the trail is peak DFW dog ownership. Big patio, cold beer, tired dog.

Post-merger integration is rough. My team has been restructured 3 times in 18 months. If you can weather the uncertainty, the comp and benefits are solid.

F1 TV Pro is worth every penny. The onboard cameras and real-time timing data transform how you watch races. You will never go back to just the ESPN broadcast.

Standby from DFW is way better than other hubs because AA runs so many flights out of here. I've only been bumped twice in 2 years.

The toll road "hidden tax" is real. $200/month in tolls is $2,400/year. Nobody includes this in their cost of living calculations but they should.

Bishop Arts walk is perfect. Low pressure, plenty of conversation starters, and you can extend or cut it short naturally.

Moved from Chicago to DFW alone at 31. Bumble BFF and a volleyball league saved me. Year one was rough though.

Silva vs. GSP at a catchweight of 178 would have been the biggest fight in UFC history. Two GOATs. It makes me angry it never happened.

UTA is the most slept-on school in DFW. Engineering program is ABET accredited and tuition is $3K/year cheaper than UTD.

First Chinese BBQ duck is incredible. Also try their roast pork belly — crispy skin, $10 a plate.