I lived in Austin for 6 years and loved it, but moving to New York City made me realize Texas isn't for me

The reporter moved from Austin to New York City in 2019.

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• I moved to New York City from Texas in 2019 and am certain I'm here to stay.
• The energy of NYC is better suited to my lifestyle than my laid-back memories of Austin.
• I love Austin, but I'm not moving back. Here's what's keeping me in New York for good.

I visited New York City probably 100 times before moving here.

Growing up in a nearby suburb from ages 2 to 10...