The Vast Expanse

Everything I've ever heard about Texas is about how big it is, and when you look at a map of the US it does really look big. But when you're driving through Texas, I think one of the main reasons it feels so big is because of the short vegetation. In states like Virginia and Tennessee your range of visibility is limited by imposing trees. Sure there are fields in those states too, but the fields and roads tend to be lined with huge trees. In Texas, even the trees are smaller (and stubbier). It probably makes sense if you think about the climate and weather patterns, but none the less i think this miniature vegetation is largely responsible for that ever extending expanse feeling that you get as you cross this state.