Welcome to ATP
@billyperez600 Glad you found this website as there are many of us on here who love these plants!!!
Having them in shade in your part of the country is probably a good idea! (somewhere with a bit of morning sunshine is also probably a good idea!) As you may know, these plants are not "great" in your zone, but it sounds like you are making it work!! I totally know what you mean about when to water and when not too!! I tend to over do the water with succulents because I see them looking "sad" or droopy, and right away I think - Oh it needs water!!
Not necessarily! Although, during their growing spurts, I do notice that they are okay with more water!
Best to you on your growing!!
Cheers