You and Dallas: A Tale of Two Cities (Except One of Them Might Be a Tiny Town)
Ah, the burning question that's kept countless philosophers awake at night (or maybe it was just that third cup of coffee): How far is Dallas from here? Well, my friend, the answer depends entirely on where "here" happens to be.
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Here? Like, Here Here?
Let's imagine, for a second, that by "here" you mean your couch. Nestled in your favorite blanket, with a well-worn copy of "Texas Monthly" and a plate of questionable nachos (because, let's be honest, nachos are never bad). In this scenario, the distance to Dallas is purely metaphorical. It represents the yearning for adventure, the itch to swap sweatpants for cowboy boots (or at least jeans that aren't permanently imprinted with your dog's fur).
In this case, Dallas might be a quick jaunt to the travel website, a click on "spontaneous weekend getaway," and bam! You're practically two-stepping down Deep Ellum Way.
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But distance can also be emotional. Maybe you have friends or family in Dallas, and closing that distance is about catching up, sharing stories, and proving that you can, in fact, fold a fitted sheet like a normal person (because apparently, that's a Texas thing).
Here as in... Not My Couch
Okay, so maybe "here" isn't quite as cozy. Perhaps you're stuck in an office meeting that's drier than week-old toast. In that case, Dallas could represent freedom! It's the land of "whataburger" (don't ask, just try it) and wide-open spaces, a world away from fluorescent lights and PowerPoint presentations.
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The distance to Dallas, then, translates to the number of emails you can churn out before that 3 pm flight (because hey, who says working remotely can't involve a little sunshine?).
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But hold on, what if "here" is actually...
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Here as in... Literally Anywhere Else on Earth
Because let's face it, the world is a big place, and Dallas isn't exactly next door to everywhere.
- Are you stationed in Antarctica? Well, then Dallas might as well be on the moon (although, with slightly better weather).
- Lounging on the beaches of Bali? Buckle up, because that's a doozy of a flight (although, with a stopover in Singapore for chili crab, who's complaining?).
The point is, the distance to Dallas can vary wildly depending on your current location.
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But hey, no matter how far you are, there's always a way to bridge the gap. Fire up Google Maps, dust off your cowboy hat (or buy one online, no judgment), and start planning your adventure!
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