You Say "D'Hanis," I Say "Mystery Solved!" (But First, Let's Eat Pie)
Ah, D'Hanis, Texas. A town with a name that rolls off the tongue like a fancy French pastry (which, come to think of it, they probably have there). But where exactly is this delectable-sounding town hiding? Buckle up, buttercup, because we're about to embark on a journey that's more exciting than a rodeo clown on a sugar rush!
Spoiler Alert: It's Not in Pastry Land (Although They Do Have Pie)
Let's dispel the rumor mill right away. D'Hanis, despite its tempting name, isn't some mythical land where rivers flow with chocolate and houses are built from giant cookies (although that would be pretty darn awesome). No, D'Hanis is a real, live place, and it's positively brimming with Texan charm.
The Great D'Hanis County Caper: A Tale of Two Towns (and Maybe Some Misdirection)
Now, here's where things get a tad tricky. D'Hanis has a bit of a split personality when it comes to counties. See, there used to be an "Old D'Hanis" about a mile east of where the town sits today. Back in the day, this was the official stomping ground for folks. But then, in a move that would make a tumbleweed jealous, the darn railroad bypassed Old D'Hanis. Talk about a curveball!
So, most of the townsfolk (and let's be honest, probably the best pie shop) packed up their boots and scooted a mile west to be closer to the choo-choo. This new location became known as "New D'Hanis", which is the D'Hanis we know and love today.
But here's the punchline: Even though everyone moved west, technically "Old D'Hanis" is still considered part of Medina County. So, if you're giving directions to your grandma who likes to be super specific, you might say, "Head east of New D'Hanis in Medina County, and you'll find Old D'Hanis."
However, for most folks venturing to D'Hanis for a slice of pecan pie (because let's face it, that's the real reason we're all going), you can safely say D'Hanis is located in Medina County, Texas.
Phew, that was a wild ride! Now, who's hungry?
