Houston Living

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Our Nation - Divided?
30 October, 2009| Neighborhoods & Communities, General, Houston Livi...
Is compromise now a dirty word?  Are we a nation divided against ourselves?  And if we are, what can we do to heal the widening breaches?  This week, I attended a lecture at the Rotary... read more
River Oaks Retail Closings
29 October, 2009| Neighborhoods & Communities, Houston Living
In case you have not seen or heard the long time River Oaks retailers Smith & Hawkin as well al Carlton House are closing up shop due to the economy. Current savings up to 80% at S&H and... read more
An Event You Should Look Up - Literally!
28 October, 2009| Neighborhoods & Communities, General, Houston Livi...
This weekend if you look up into the skies over the Clear Lake area you are apt to see some very large planes - and some vintage planes as well. Let's face it, you're going to HEAR some very large pla... read more
Wine and Jewelry Party at the Pink Magnolia in Kat...
28 October, 2009| Neighborhoods & Communities, General, Houston Livi...
Wow!  Do they know the way to a girls heart or what?  I'll be there with my friends.  Stop by and say "Hi"! read more
Texas Terror....Katy's Haunted House!
27 October, 2009| Neighborhoods & Communities, General, Houston Livi...
Well I finally went to Texas Terror at Katy Mills Mall. I was not disappointed.  I can't believe I have never been to a haunted house!  I took my cousin, Tami, with me and she screamed... read more
Happy Birthday, Juliette
26 October, 2009| Neighborhoods & Communities, General, Houston Livi...
We have all celebrated birthdays at Palace Lanes on Bellaire (see www.palacebowlinglanes.com), but this party was unusual -- the birthday girl was absent!   This annual gathering of 70 giggl... read more
Houston, We Have a Real Problem
23 October, 2009| Neighborhoods & Communities, International Real Es...
Houstonians,Please wake up.  Do you realize Mayor Bill White is term limited?  Yes, he will no longer be our Mayor.  Houston is about to elect a new Mayor.  Did you know "they" are... read more
New Rec Center in West U!
22 October, 2009| Neighborhoods & Communities, General, Houston Livi...
The City of West University Place is making GREAT progress on our new Recreation Center, located on the site of the former YMCA on Bellaire at Westpoint. The concrete parking lot is cured, and the new... read more
Kirby Construction North of 59
20 October, 2009| Houston Living
Kirby is looking pretty good north of 59. Trees on either side of the street have been planted and apparently more are to come for the center median. I am greatly appreciating the wider lanes (althoug... read more
We LOVE Houston!
17 October, 2009| Houston Living
CNN.com's Small Business section features this great spread on Houston. And it's so true - Houston has a bad rap but it has SO much to offer. Earlier this week I attended a lecture by the authors... read more
HOUSTON METRO AREA FALL FESTIVALS!
12 October, 2009| Neighborhoods & Communities, General, Houston Livi...
Houston Metro Area Festivals Free Concerts In The WoodlandsCentral ParkThe WoodlandsThursdays 6:30 - 8:30 PMConcert In The ParkNorthshore Park2505 Lake Woodlands DriveThe WoodlandsSundays In OctoberT... read more
Put Money in your pocket! Go green!
5 October, 2009| Green Living, General, Houston Living
Put Money in your pocket! Go Green! By Jacob David “A penny saved is a penny earned!” – someone said that, and NO, it is no cliché.  Why would you give your hard earned money to the Utility... read more
Fishing in Master Planned communities!
4 October, 2009| Home Buying, Neighborhoods & Communities, Houston...
Just a thought for our city planners and master community builders!What if all Master planned communities had large lakes with actual fish that encouraged families to fish on weekends! Families would... read more
Buying a condominium!
3 October, 2009| High-Rises & Condos, Neighborhoods & Communities,...
Buying a Condominium Jacob David Most clients who prefer to buy a condominium buy one for the reasons of convenience, easy access to major shopping centers, the best schools, and city entertainmen... read more
SEVEN TIPS FOR HOMEBUYERS!
2 October, 2009| Home Buying, Education, Houston Living
SEVEN TIPS FOR HOMEBUYERS! A real estate transaction can be complicated. I recommend the following best practices to my buyers who want to buy right. 1. Arrange for your mortgage financing up fro... read more
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