Buzz·Posted on Jan 16, 201526 Reasons Why Texas Will Always Be Home"Why would you ever want to leave Texas?"by Candace LowryBuzzFeed Video CuratorLinkFacebookPinterestTwitterMail 1. Because a Honey BBQ Chicken Strip Sandwich will never stop calling your name at 2:00 AM. View this photo on Instagram 2. And there's nothing like accompanying your meal with an ice-cold Lone Star, the best state beer in the country. View this photo on Instagram 3. Because you can't get the magical taste of Bluebell (or those little wooden spoons) anywhere else. View this photo on Instagram 4. Because there's nothing like the camaraderie of cheering on the Cowboys or your Cotton Bowl team at Jerryworld. View this photo on Instagram 5. And all football rivalries pale in comparison to A&M and Texas. View this photo on Instagram 6. Because the "Friday night lights" don't shine brighter in any other state. View this photo on Instagram 7. And nobody else understands the insanity of the homecoming mum tradition. View this photo on Instagram 8. Because there's nothing like spending those summer nights at the lake. View this photo on Instagram 9. And other water parks are child's play compared to Schlitterbahn. View this photo on Instagram 10. Nothing can beat spending a lazy day floating down Guadalupe River. View this photo on Instagram 11. Because you can't get your fried food fix anywhere but the Texas State Fair. View this photo on Instagram 12. And the Houston Rodeo is the one time where everyone has an excuse to wear their boots for the day. View this photo on Instagram 13. Because if you need to escape for a little bit, the serenity of West Texas is hard to beat. View this photo on Instagram 14. Because you'll be able to get your fill of art no matter where you go... View this photo on Instagram 15. ... and you'll find it in the most unique and unexpected places. View this photo on Instagram 16. Because you wouldn't mind actually living in Arlen with Hank and the guys. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF 17. And you know Walker, Texas Ranger will always have your back. 18. Because there's nothing more comforting than staying in and watching Texas thunderstorms. View this photo on Instagram 19. And the one-of-a-kind bluebonnets are breathtaking reminders of picture-perfect Texas springs. View this photo on Instagram 20. Because a bottle of the original Dr. Pepper MADE WITH REAL SUGAR is always waiting for you in Dublin. View this photo on Instagram 21. Because waking up to warm and fresh kolaches from Czech Stop will always be the best breakfast... View this photo on Instagram 22. ... Unless you pick up the best doughnut in the world at Round Rock Donuts. View this photo on Instagram 23. Because nobody shares your everlasting love for watching tortillas being hand-rolled at Uncle Julio's... View this photo on Instagram 24. ... as well as your skill for creating the perfect BBQ platter. View this photo on Instagram 25. And although you might forget a few things now and again, you'll never forget your first field trip to The Alamo. View this photo on Instagram 26. And let's not forget the fact that Boyhood will now always be that constant reminder that Texas will forever be home. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF Texas forever. View this photo on Instagram