Is it Romanticism, or is NOLA calling me?

Listen, I'm sure there's plenty of people on here asking if perhaps NOLA is the place for them.

I was born in Dallas. Lived in north Texas for most of my life, and a stint in Austin. I've never lived outside of Texas, but I've travelled plenty outside of my home state. I've enjoyed places like NYC, the PNW, Colorado, and all beautiful places this country has to offer. But none have called on my heart the way NOLA has.

Something about it; the music, the people, the history, the grime, have captured my heart in a way no other place in this beautiful country has.

I'm a 27 year old woman. I studied film and music in college. And I'll say I'm more passionate in music, as a violinist and singer. And nothing has ever enthralled me the way NOLA has. I went for the first time with a couple of girlfriends last April and we all felt absolutely, madly in love. Then I went back in May with my ex partner and he "liked" it, but I couldn't shake the absolute adoration I had for it. Something about NOLA felt like home. I have longed to go back every minute since I last visited it.

And I'll be honest (and please be understanding and gentle), but I've just had my heart broken. For weeks, I've had no idea what to do with my life. I can't stand living in Texas anymore. Then just several minutes ago, I listened to House of the Rising Sun and it clicked.. NOLA is where I want to be.

Please, I beg I hope you don't find this to be just another touristy, romanticized post of someone who wants to live here. But I hope you're honest. Is this somewhere where a 27 y/o woman wants to start fresh? I have truly never felt more in love with a city and it's people than I have with NOLA. I just need to know if this move is worth it. Because I have nothing to lose at this point. I don't mind the hot weather. I don't mind the craziness. I fell in love the moment I stepped foot in the city. Just be honest. Is it worth it coming in as a transplant?

Thank you <3