I know driving is bad for the environment, but in Houston you have to drive AND you have to use AC in the summer (which I know is also bad). So to help ease my guilt, I have those Texas dolphin license plates where $22 goes to save Texas marine animals.

Now you would think I would just screw them onto my car and drive off....but nope, not me. I just had to put a face to my plate.

That face is Toby's.

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Where were you when your heard the Michael Jackson news? I remember exactly where I was. I was in the news room, writing the 5 p.m. stories for the Web when Lucy Nolan came running over and whispered, "Did you hear Michael Jackson was just rushed to the hospital?"

Instant shock. It couldn't be.

Continue reading "'Cause this is thriller, thriller night - at Houston's Discovery Green"

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On Saturday, July 4, 2009, Hard Rock Cafe Houston is hosting their "Fourth of July Rock Fest."

I know, I know - the name itself already makes it sound like it's going to be a fabulous event. And it really is going to rocking good time.

Continue reading "Celebrate Independence Day like a rock star"

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Growing up, I used to want to be a Charlie's Angel. They were smart, strong and leading ladies of the 1970s and Texas' own Farrah was one of the originals.

Continue reading "Saying goodbye to Farrah"

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It's time to put up the bat signal.

Not only are the baby bats at the Buffalo Bayou now fledglings, but this is the time of year you may see more bats in the area as many of them that migrated south have now returned back to Texas.

It's also bat maternity season (which comes after bat mating season).

Continue reading "It's bat season in Houston ---and not the Twilight type"

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Man, it's been a hot week.

Galveston may not have the white sands of the islands or Florida, but it is close by and the water is cool. It's also got a few little gems that are worth seeing.

So here are some things to do...if you are looking for more than simply checking out the waves:

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Four years ago, I saw "Desperate Housewives" star Teri Hatcher perform a pole trick on Oprah. Ever since then I swore that if I lived in a city that had a Sheila Kelley's S-Factor studio, I would have to try it.

Turns out, Houston is one of two cities outside of California that has one. They also happen to have monthly introduction nights for $20 to give newbies like me a little taste of what the classes would be like - without committing to an 8 week course.

Continue reading "Checking out Sheila Kelley's S-Factor"

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Not sure what to do on the weekend. Get a haircut!!

Actually, this event involves getting a little more than just a trim as you'll be shaving your entire head. But just think about how much cooler you'll feel in the Texas heat. Plus, you'll be doing it for a good cause.

Continue reading "Could you go bald for a good cause?"

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I've always wanted to live in a swanky loft overlooking the city. You know the ones you see in the movies where the freight elevator goes right up to your unit and opens up into your living room.

Of course, these places are usually located in some scary warehouse district. And because I'm not exactly the Wolvereen or Batman, I just don't feel safe.

Continue reading "Houston Apartments: My vote for best space"

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If you live in the area, I'm sure you've noticed the construction that's happening on Kirby and Westheimer. It totally drives me nuts.

So...while I was stuck at the Westheimer light waiting for my turn to creep through, I thought maybe I should just check out those new apartments that are causing all these traffic problems.

Continue reading "Houston Apartments: My vote for best perks"

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