How Big is Texas
By Diann Bayes
Sharing my Texas travels and talking with friends about their Texas road trip stories. I’ll also visit with the businesses who cater to visitors in the Lone Star State.
How Big is TexasApr 15, 2022
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Episode 12 - It’s the Holiday Season. Stick with your Strengths.
In which I share some holiday life lessons involving gingerbread, icing, and a plethora of bad decisions.
Nov 27, 202214:06
Episode 11 - If Life’s A Beach, Texas Has You Covered.
I share my favorite beach towns and cities in Texas.
Oct 15, 202210:21
Episode 10 - My Birthday Weekend of Trials & Tribulations in Texas
Adventures and challenges on my 58th birthday weekend traveling the roads of Texas.
Aug 20, 202218:07
Episode 9 - Weekend at Buc-ee’s
On the 40th Anniversary of Buc-ee’s, I decided to take my BFF on a road trip, as we celebrated our 40th High School Graduation. Antics ensued when we drove to all 34 store locations in Texas in 3 1/2 days. Buc-ee’s or Bust
Aug 07, 202212:36
Episode 8 - Reflecting on My Texas Life and Sweet Iced Tea
I share my experience growing up in Texas and wonder if the answer to life’s simple questions could be answered with help from a southern staple.
Jul 16, 202209:05
Episode 7 - My Top 15 Quirky & Eccentric Places to See in Texas
Everybody knows about the Alamo, but what about the quirky and eccentric places in the Lone Star State. Sharing them here with you. Thanks for listening.
Jul 09, 202213:08
Episode 6 - We’ll Always Have Paris…Texas, That Is!
I share my 23rd Wedding Anniversary trip to Paris, Texas, with my husband and our two dogs.
Jun 19, 202209:41
Episode 5 - The Hamburger: A Texas Culinary Creation
According to numerous sources, the hamburger was introduced in Athens, Texas. Some from other states dispute this claim, stating the burger was invented somewhere else. I’m Team Athens all the way. In this episode, I explain why.
May 22, 202209:43
Episode 4 - Where I ask myself the question, “How Texan are you?”
I took a quiz a while back entitled How Texan are you. The results were abysmal and I share my reasons why and try to save face as a Native Texan.
May 12, 202217:28
Episode 3 - Celebrating Farmers, Farmer’s Markets, and Those Who Can Can
I share my time working on a farm, visiting farmer’s markets, and canning my own food.
May 01, 202213:26
Episode 2 - A Texas Perimeter Tour with Friends
In 2020, I decided to make a BIG statement and drive the perimeter of the great state of Texas. I took two work colleagues with me. We met friends and family along the way. I‘m on a quest to answer the question how big is Texas. This was the start of that quest. Come along with me for big miles, big tastes, and big adventures…in Texas.
Apr 23, 202211:07
Episode 1 - Meet the Host of How Big Is Texas
As a 5th generation Texan, I’m proud to call Texas home. This whole “How Big is Texas” idea started with a trip around the state…literally, and a blog I wrote about it. I’m sharing a little about me so you’ll know what you’re getting into and, I hope, you’ll join me along my quest to answer the question - How Big is Texas.
Apr 15, 202204:22