No state in the country has inspired more people to put pen to paper than the Lone Star State. I can't really say that as a fact, but I'm pretty sure I'm right. Think about it. When was the last time you heard a song about Michigan or Nevada or Missouri. Don't get me wrong, I'm sure those are all fine states but not likely to wind up in a song title. Some would argue that it's pretty difficult to find words that rhyme with those states. GIve it a try, you'll find that to be true. But it goes much deeper than that. Texas is not just a place, it's a state of mind. Ok that sounds like something out of a travel brochure but it's true. When I moved to the great state of Oklahoma in my younger days I spent a good part of my time thinking about Texas and how I was going to get back. True, it's very hot and humid in the summer. True, there are mosquitoes here that can carry off an 18 wheeler. True, our winters can be miserable, but they only last a couple of weeks at best. I can't really put into words what makes this state so special. Perhaps if I could, I'd have a hit song.

Earlier this week Carl Hoover with the Waco trib asked me to share my favorite song about Texas. I told him, without hesitation that my favorite is "Texas On My Mind" written by Django Walker and recorded by Pat Green. Here's why...I play that song at practically every one of my gigs and it never fails to create visual images for me. That's one way I can tell that a song moves me. Also it reminds me of another of my favorite songs that Django's dad, Jerry Jeff had some success with back in the 70's. "London Homesick Blues" was included on the very first album that I bought on 8 track tape,,,Viva Terlingua. It was recorded in 1973 at one of my favorite places Luckenbach Texas. Then again, almost all of my favorite places are in Texas. It's a multi-faceted state. If you've only visited here once or twice, you have no idea what Texas has to offer. From the rich green grass of Southeast Texas to the Davis Mountains, the Grande Canyon, the white beaches of South Padre and of course all the wonders of the Hill Country, I love it all. It's home. So are you crazy about Texas? Share with me your favorite songs about Texas, your favorite places in Texas and why you love this place too.