Mark, I fly in/out of Houston almost every week, but do not get up to Big "D" that much. However, when I do, my preference is Love Field for a couple of reasons. It's easier to get in and out of (especially since 9/11) than DFW and I usually fly on Southwest Airlines (SWA does not service DFW). If SWA services a city near you, I would suggest that you check out their air fare. They have very competitive fares if you book 21 days in advance.
Buzz