You Thought Everything Was Bigger in Texas? Think Again, It's the Borders!
Ah, Texas. The Lone Star State. Land of rodeos, barbecue, and enough space to get hopelessly lost if you don't mind becoming best friends with a tumbleweed. But hold on to your Stetsons, partners, because we're about to explore something even bigger than Texas itself: its borders! That's right, folks, Texas cuddles up with more neighbors than a bowl of chili on a cold night.
Stateside Squeezes: Who's Huddled Up with Texas?
First off, let's wrangle in the U.S. of A. crew. To the east, we have Louisiana, where the food portions are just as impressive as the size of Texas, but the soundtrack might switch to a zydeco beat instead of a twangy guitar. Up north, it's Oklahoma, where the wind whispers tales of cowboys and Native American heroes.
Heading west, we run into New Mexico, where the desert landscape takes over and the food gets a spicy kick (although Texas might argue about who does spicy better). And finally, tucked in the northeast corner, we have Arkansas, a state known for its natural beauty and, let's be honest, a surprising amount of karaoke bars.
Pro Tip: If you're ever lost in Texas and can't tell which way is north, just follow the nearest armadillo. They have a natural aversion to Oklahoma (probably because Oklahoma keeps trying to steal their love of barbecue).
South of the Border: Tex-Mex Shenanigans
Now, Texas wouldn't be Texas without a little international flair. That's where our Mexican amigos come in. Chihuahua, Coahuila, Nuevo León, and Tamaulipas line the southern border, creating a cultural gumbo that's as delicious as it is vibrant. You might hear a mariachi band serenading you on one side of the street, while a good ol' Texas two-step goes down on the other.
Fun Fact: Texas was once part of Mexico, so technically, these states are just roommates Texas can't quite seem to ditch.
So, How Many Borders Does Texas Have? Don't Make Me Count!
Alright, alright, I know you want the hard numbers. Here's the official tally:
- U.S. buddys: 4 (Louisiana, Oklahoma, New Mexico, Arkansas)
- Mexican compañeros: 4 (Chihuahua, Coahuila, Nuevo León, Tamaulipas)
That's a whopping 8 borders Texas has to keep track of! Maybe that's why everything's bigger in Texas – they just need more space for all their neighbors!
