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HHA presents “There’s No Place Like Heights for the Holidays” 2023 Home Tour By Lisa Morales The Leader News Contributor The Houston Heights Association Holiday Home Tour is back in full swing and offers attendees the chance to immerse themselves in a heartwarming experience that combines the rich history and stunning architecture of the Heights neighborhood with the enchantment of holiday decor. The event, presented under the banner “There’s No Place Like Heights for the Holidays,” is designed to create an inspiring experience for all visitors, which in
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previous years have numbered in the thousands. “Beyond the beautiful homes and stunning decorations, this event is a celebration of the community’s warmth and the magic of the holiday season,” said Danielle Stewart, event chair. “It’s a chance for neighbors and visitors to come together and revel in the joy of the holidays.” Holiday Home Splendor The much-anticipated tour will feature five beautifully decorated homes, historic to new, with many proudly displaying the personal holiday collec-
tions of the owners. This impressive event is an all-volunteer run endeavor. At each home a docent will greet you on the porch and give an overview of the characteristics of the home. Docents will also be present throughout the homes pointing out features such as the ornaments that decorate the tree of Kate and Colin Langston that they have collected on their world travels. Some homes on the tour date back to 1912 and have kept their structural design. Other homes have been recently renovated by the owners themselves. See HOLIDAY P. 7
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Photo by TerriG Photography St. Pius X Panthers kicker Preston Kyle scored a 55-yard field goal against Central Catholic High School Nov. 3, breaking the previous school record by a wide margin.
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By Stefanie Thomas editor@theleadernews.com The crowd in the stands went wild Friday night, Nov. 3, when St. Pius X High School kicker Preston Kyle scored a 55-yard field goal in the fourth quarter of the game against Central Catholic High School – a new school record for the Panthers. Although, it didn’t really come as a surprise to those who know Kyle. The high school senior had already forged a reputation for excellence since his sophomore year when he joined the football team. “In the coaching world, a lot of people get shocked by what they see on the field on game days,” said St. Pius X football head coach Greg Cranfill. “But I’ve seen Preston make 60-yard field goals in practice before and knew it was just a matter of time before it happened in a game. So it didn’t come as a shock to me or anyone else who knows Preston.” In fact, Cranfill said that just the previous play in the same game, Kyle kicked a 45-yard field goal, and that the 55-yarder that followed was in no way a “freak accident.” To the contrary, he said, everyone on the team as well as the fans in the stands have come to
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St. Pius X Panthers player Preston Kyle prepares for an onside kick during a Nov. 3 regular season game against Central Catholic High School.
expect great things from the 3-sport letter winner. “We were up 35-7 when Preston came in and kicked the 45-yard field goal. We then stopped [the Central Catholic Buttons] on defense and stalled on offense again, so we went for the 55-yard field goal,” Cranfill said. “The game was in hand, but it would not have mattered. If it had been a tied ball game, we would have made the same decision. We had that much
confidence in Preston and his abilities.” Kyle said the team’s and coaches’ trust in him is mutual. Instead of getting nervous, he felt confident as he lined up for the legendary kick, which broke the previous 49-yard field goal record established by Anthony Fera, who graduated from St. Pius X in 2009 and went on to play at Penn State and later kicked for the Texas Longhorns. See PANTHERS P. 7
The holidays are approaching, and as many are struggling in today’s economy, considering the rising cost of living, this might be an especially meaningful time to think of the less fortunate, especially children, and find opportunities in our community to help. Would you like to make a child’s wish come true this holiday season? Here are two opportunities, locally in the Heights, to work with other community members toward this goal, either by volunteering or by giving. Each year for the past decade, The Heights Woman’s Club (HHWC) has partnered with Communities in Schools (CIS) to give holiday gifts to local children in need through the Wishlist Initiative. Community outreach lead Hemali Bhakta, said that the holiday gift drive is meant “not only to support underserved children in our community but to focus on an often forgotten population, high school-aged children. The Wishlist initiative is a small but fulfilling way to let students know that their community is rooting for them.” High school students fill out wish lists that are then distributed to the Heights Woman’s Club members. Members then buy the gifts on the lists and include personalized cards with motivating messages for the kids. But Bhakta assured that nonmembers are also welcome -- in fact, are needed -- to participate, and that the HWC will be happy to connect with community members who want to purchase gifts from the students’ lists. “Last year we served around 75 students with their own personalized gift See HHWC P. 7
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By Elena Sandovici The Leader News Contributor It’s never too late to pursue your dreams. Heights resident and author Margie Seaman is a living example of this. Having just published her first novel at 85, the vibrant 87-year-old hopes to inspire other seniors to make the most out of their golden years. “It’s never too late to learn who you are,” Seaman said. “Everyone at some point in their lives had hopes and dreams. Don’t let the child inside you die.”
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Seaman’s novel, Someday Belongs to Us, published by Stoney Creek Publishing, is a romance novel, featuring, among its cast of characters, a handsome pirate adored by the ladies. But this description hardly does the book justice. There are many reasons to enjoy it, including its fine sense of humor, its playful embedded narrative, and not least, the beautiful locations in the Caribbean the author transports the reader to. The book’s leading lady is a writer in her seventies, which is quite refreshing. How many novels are there
that center around the literary ambitions, travels, and romantic exploits of a woman in her senior years? It all comes back to the Seaman’s firm belief that people should enjoy life at any age. In fact, there are reasons why for many, their golden years could be their best years. With wisdom, maturity, the freedom of retirement, and the years of raising families behind them, seniors could see this phase of their lives as an ideal time to explore, learn more about See SEAMAN P. 7
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According to reports from HPD Homicide Division detectives, HPD patrol officers responded to a shooting incident at a local gas station on White Oak Drive. Upon their arrival, they discovered an unresponsive male in the driver’s seat of a black sedan. Houston Fire Department paramedics pronounced the victim dead as a result of a gunshot wound. Preliminary findings from the ongoing investigation and
evidence collected from the scene reportedly indicate that the victim had an encounter with two unidentified suspects who were in a blue Ford F-150 pickup truck in the gas station’s parking lot. During this encounter, a male suspect approached the victim’s vehicle, and gunshots were discharged. Following the shooting, the suspect, described solely as a white male, retreated to the blue Ford pickup truck and
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Art work from Australia’s desert communities, coastal art centers, and private collections A very exciting exhibition opens on Saturday, Nov. 11, at Redbud Arts Center at 303 E. 11th Street. “Ancient Lands … Ageless Stories” is a show of contemporary Aboriginal Australian art, which Redbud Arts Center is hosting in collaboration with the Booker-Lowe Art Gallery to celebrate the 50year anniversary of Australia’s contemporary Aboriginal art movement. The show includes works by artists Rosella Namok, Silas Hobson, Fiona Omeenyo, Jeffrey Jangala Gallagher, Theo (Faye) Nangala Hudson, and Joycie Pitjarra Morton among others. While the paintings all have a modern look and feel and are created by Aboriginal artists who are our contemporaries, they draw on the rich artistic heritage of the world’s oldest living culture. Australia’s first nations have been making art for 50,000 years. If you’re a lover of abstract art, you might have encountered the term “mark making,” referring to artistic strokes meant to evoke emotion. Surely, the knowledge that 50,000 years ago Aboriginals in Australia were engaging in mark making on cave walls, in the bark of trees, in the sand, even on their own bodies, is awe-inspiring. And the fact that so many thousands of years later, artists are carrying on these artistic traditions along with City moving forward with traffic plan for 11th the mythology that permeates them, and that we can see such works here in our own neighborhood is exciting indeed. Bullet train project According to the Redbud with !"#$%&'&())$ CEO’sin limboresignation Arts Center website, “The contemporary Aboriginal art movement began in the early 1970s at Papunya, a remote government settlement in the Northern Territory. At the urging of the local school’s Owl-watching becoming popular pastime art teacher, a group of senior men agreed to paint a mural of a tribal Tjukurrpa, or Dreaming story about their Honey Ant ancestor. Using modern paints and brushes, Carter comes home as new principal at Hamilton they created a striking ab-
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Protected bicycle lanes are coming to 11th Street in the Heights, where drivers will have fewer lanes to maneuver along one of the neighborhood's most popular thoroughfares. That is by design, according to Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner, who announced Tuesday that the City of Houston will move forward with its long-debated plan to transform traffic on 11th Street in the interest of safety and to make the road more multimodal. Bike lanes will be added on
both sides of 11th between North Shepherd Drive and Michaux Street, where there will be one vehicular lane in each direction with a center, left-turn lane along the stretch between Yale and Studewood streets. The plan also calls for bike lanes along Michaux between 11th and Stude Park to the south as well as protected crossings for pedestrians and cyclists at intersections such as 11th and Nicholson Street, where the Heights Hike-and-Bike Trail crosses 11th, and Michaux and White Oak Drive. There now are two vehicle lanes in each direction on 11th
between Shepherd and Michaux, and no center turn lanes. "With four lanes for cars, the street encourages fast driving," Turner said in a 4-minute, 30-second video released by his office. "That speed results in 10 percent more crashes than the average road across the state of Texas. Those crashes are at nearly every intersection between Michaux and Shepherd. Eleventh Street is not safe for the neighborhood." David Fields, the chief transportation planner for the city, said Photo by Adam Zuvanich construction is estimated to start A cyclist waits to cross 11th Street at its intersection with NicholSee 11th Street P. 5
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Photo by Mark Lear An eastern screech owl named Owlouette loves on Beaker, one of her offspring, in the backyard of Oak Forest resident Mark Lear.
Big art, small studio. An artist with ties to the Heights will display her work on Almeda Road.
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Top talent. Evelyn Garcia of "Top Chef" fame brings her brand of cuisine to the Heights.
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Joy for Julep. A Washington Avenue cocktail bar won a James Beard Award this week.
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There are loving displays of care and affection, inspirational moments and harrowing scenes that can end up being upsetting. Eating is a big part of the action as well, with the stars of the show making the most of the ingredients they have available. There’s also an eclectic soundtrack, with rustling, rattling, whinnying and hooting. The feed from the camera in the backyard of Oak Forest resident Pam Berry – set up inside a wooden owl house that her boyfriend built and affixed to an oak tree – creates a nightly show that’s a cross between “The Bachelor,” “The Voice,” “Survivor” and “Chopped.” But Berry says it’s more entertaining than any reality show, because what she’s watching is actually real. Call it “Chronicles of Eastern Screech Owls, The Nesting Edition,” which offers a unique glimpse into the lives and annual mating rituals of nocturnal birds that are common in the Houston region. “It’s better than TV,” Berry said. “Sometimes we’ll put the video up on the TV and watch it for a while.” Berry and her boyfriend, Spring Branch resident Scott
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Photo by Mark Lear Three owlets stick their heads out of the owl house in Mark Lear’s Oak Forest backyard earlier this year.
Sherrill, who works as a handyman in the Garden Oaks, Oak Forest and Shepherd Park Plaza area, both have owl boxes equipped with cameras in their backyards. Sherrill said he’s constructed a couple dozen or so of the small wooden structures for other local residents, in the hopes the bird
tant principal and a summer school principal. She still kept tabs on the Heights campus after leaving to fulfill other roles at other HISD schools and, when she learned about an opening in
lease that the driver of the Hummer remained at the accident site, cooperated with authorities, and showed no signs of impairment due to alcohol or drugs. After being questioned by law enforcement, the driver was released. The investigation into the circumstances surrounding the accident is ongoing.
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The yearslong effort to construct a high-speed railway between Houston and Dallas appears to have stalled, at least for the time being. Carlos Aguilar announced last weekend in a LinkedIn post that he had resigned as CEO of Texas Central, the Dallas-based company behind the quest to connect the state’s two largest cities with a bullet train. His departure comes as the Texas Supreme Court considers a case that will determine whether the company has the legal authority to exercise eminent domain - likely a critical factor in its ability to acquire the land needed for the proposed railway - and amid questions about the project’s financial viability. Carlos Aguilar “While I could not align our current stakeholders on a common vision for a path forward, I wish the project the greatest success and remain convinced of the importance of this venture for the safety and prosperity of all Texans,” Aguilar wrote. “... Texas and the U.S. deserve the best transportation options and I am convinced that in time, these will become a reality.” Texas Central did not respond to a Tuesday email seeking comment, nor did representatives of a Dallas-based public relations firm that has worked for the company. A call to the phone number listed online at texascentral.com, cited as a hotline for the bullet train project, was answered with a recording that said, “The number you dialed is not in service at this time.” It is unclear who is leading the company, if anyone, as there was nothing listed under an “Executive Leadership Team” header on the Texas Central website. The site also said the company has no current job openings. A string of news releases on the Texas Central website ends with an announcement dated Sept. 21, 2020. That’s when the company said the Federal Railroad Administration had issued a series of safety and operational standards that
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teacher, I always wanted to give back to it.” Carter succeeds Robert Michaels-Johnson, who she referenced as having retired. Michaels-Johnson declined an interview request made
the seventh-most pandemicresilient middle school in the Houston region. A total of 107 Houston-area schools received that distinction, signifying that at least 75 percent of their students were classi-
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stract work on a school wall, and soon after, began painting on canvas, old floorboards, or whatever they could find. These small paintings quickly attracted attention at a small art gallery and on the streets of Alice Springs, several hundreds of miles away. Soon, men and women from other indigenous communities began painting, translating their own traditional patterns onto canvas. Today, hundreds of Aboriginal painters from coast-to-coast exhibit their works, portraying a cultural journey unlike any other in museums and galleries not only in Australia but throughout Europe, Asia, the Middle East, and the U.S.” According to the Redbud
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Arts Center website, the inception of the contemporary Aboriginal art movement can be traced back to the early 1970s when it emerged in the remote government settlement of Papunya, located in the Northern Territory. Encouraged by a local school's art teacher, a group of senior men decided to embark on a creative endeavor, painting a mural depicting a tribal Tjukurrpa or Dreaming story centered around their Honey Ant ancestor. Armed with modern paints and brushes, they skillfully crafted an impactful abstract artwork on a school wall. This initial project inspired them to extend their artistic expressions to various surfaces, including
canvas, old floorboards, and any available materials. These small paintings quickly garnered attention, both within a small art gallery and on the streets of Alice Springs, several hundreds of miles away. Before long, individuals from other indigenous communities joined in, bringing their own traditional patterns to life on canvas. Today, Aboriginal painters hailing from different corners of the country proudly showcase their works. Their art serves as a representation of a cultural journey that stands apart from any other, gracing museums and galleries not only in Australia but also across Europe, Asia, the Middle East, and the United States. “Aboriginal art from Australia is a window into one of the world’s oldest cultures,” said Nana Booker, co-founder of the Booker-Lowe Art Gallery and a long-time art dealer of Australian Aboriginal art. The art reflects an incredible visual history, yet aesthetically it’s very modern. Artists use a combination of natural pigments as well as Western materials. The resulting canvases, Booker said, are “rich and layered in meaning, as well as great to look at.” Art lovers who want to know more about the meaning behind the paintings can delve into a whole mythology where the amount of exploration open to them seems endless. They can learn about ancestral creation spirits, rainbow serpents, as well as a different philosophy regarding creation, in which the creation era is never ending. Having been involved with collecting Aboriginal art for over 25 years, and having traveled to Australia repeatedly, Nana Booker talks with great excitement about the moment when she first fell in love with Aboriginal art, in a gallery in St. Louis during a business trip. She says she was blown away by the paintings she saw. “The power of them was palpable.” “Ancient Lands … Ageless Stories” will be on view at Redbud Arts Center until Dec. 30, with the opening reception taking place the evening of Saturday, Nov. 11, from 6-9 p.m.
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A Deeper Look into GERD As a Registered Dietitian specializing in functional medicine, my goal is to empower individuals with the knowledge and tools to improve their health. Gastroesophageal reflux disease, or GERD, is a common digestive disorder that can significantly impact one's quality of life. Here, we will explore what GERD is, its potential triggers, effective prevention strategies involving nutrition and lifestyle, and the importance of recognizing its symptoms.
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WHAT IS GERD?
GERD, or gastroesophageal reflux disease, is a chronic digestive disorder in which stomach acids, partially digested food, and fluids flow back into the esophagus. While a passing case of indigestion is normal, recurrent, and severe episodes of reflux may indicate GERD. This condition can affect people of all ages and may be temporary or long-term. Left untreated, GERD can lead to serious health problems, including inflammation of the esophagus. Another condition known as Barrett’s esophagus can be a result of GERD over time, changing
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Although heartburn is the hallmark symptom of GERD, not everyone with the condition experiences it. Common symptoms include bad breath, persistent cough, painful burning and irritation at the chest and throat, nausea, vomiting, and difficulty swallowing. Dental erosion may also occur over time as stomach acids regularly wash back into the mouth. Recognizing these symptoms is vital, as early intervention can help manage GERD effectively. Minimizing other risk factors such
Diagnosing GERD may involve clinical evaluation based on symptoms and medical history. In some cases, additional testing by a gastroenterologist is required. This may include chest X-rays to assess potential respiratory problems, lung infections, or rule out other issues. An X-ray examination of the digestive organs can provide insights into your condition. If necessary, an endoscopy, a procedure that involves a flexible tube passing through the gastrointestinal tract to photograph, examine and sometimes take tissue samples, may be recommended. A pH probe can also be employed to monitor acid reflux patterns. Treatment may involve medication, but lifestyle changes are central for longterm management. Smoking cessation, weight loss, wearing loose-fitting clothing, maintaining an upright position for several hours after meals, not eating meals late, and sleeping with the head of the bed elevated are essential steps for managing GERD without relying solely on medication.
NUTRITION AND PREVENTION Effective prevention and management of GERD often involve dietary adjustments. Understanding what and when to eat can significantly reduce the frequency and severity of symptoms. Fatty foods are known triggers for GERD symptoms. Choosing lean protein sources like poultry, fish, tofu, and legumes can be beneficial. Not overusing fat at meals, choosing baked over fried dishes, and opting for low-fat dairy options can help mitigate symptoms. Certain foods and ingredients can exacerbate GERD, including mint, chocolate, alcohol, caffeine, acidic foods, and spicy dishes. It's important to monitor with a food journal your intake of these triggers. If patterns exist, consider reducing or eliminating them from your diet. Meal timing and portion size also play a role in symptom management. Smaller, more frequent meals throughout the day can be more comfortable for individuals with GERD compared to large, heavy meals. A food diary can help identify patterns and triggers in your diet, which can guide personalized prevention strategies. Things you can include that may be beneficial is a tea that contains demulcents like aloe vera, slippery elm and licorice.
A favorite is Traditional Medicinals Throat Coat. In addition, there are other products that are supplemental to the diet that combine these botanicals in higher doses that can be taken before meals that offer patients some relief without the acid reducing medications or used in combination to reduce reliance on medications. Long-term use of antacid medications can cause other side effects to your health. These range from risk of infection form bacteria like C. difficile and Campylobacter spp, malabsorption of nutrients specifically minerals like calcium and iron and vitamin B12 deficiency. Collaborating with a healthcare provider can be helpful to see trends or patterns as well as offer suggestions for substitutions to help meet your nutrient goals. THRIVING WITH GERD
GERD is a manageable condition that requires careful attention to lifestyle, including nutrition, and regular communication with healthcare professionals. By recognizing symptoms, following recommended dietary and lifestyle changes, and seeking guidance from healthcare experts, individuals with GERD can live a full and healthy life while minimizing the impact of this condition on their well-being.
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Know When to See an Ear, Nose and Throat Doctor Special to The Leader Many people are likely familiar with the signs and symptoms for visiting an otolaryngologist, or ear, nose and throat (ENT) specialist. Whether it’s for frequent ear infections, nasal obstruction and tonsillitis, or conditions such as allergies or obstructive sleep apnea, ENT specialists can treat a wide variety of conditions. Chronic issues with your ear, nose and throat or advanced conditions such as head and neck cancers warrant a visit to an ENT specialist for comprehensive care tailored to a specific condition or unique need. WHAT IS AN ENT PHYSICIAN?
ENT doctors are health care providers who diagnose and treat conditions affecting your head and neck. Additionally, otolaryngologists can also perform surgery. While some oto-
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Dr. Jaclyn Harrison, M.D. Board Certified Internal Medicine Dr. Jaclyn Harrison, a board certified internal medicine physician, has opened a new primary care/internal medicine practice, White Oak Medical Associates in the Heights. She believes patients deserve their doctor’s focused attention, personalized care, and is devoted to compassionate, effective treatment for her patients. 1900 North Loop W, Suite 580 • Houston, TX 77018 713-714-5376 Whiteoakmedicalassociates.com
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THE TOPICS. Bordering on the ridiculous PACKING MY BAGS – Winter is upon us and it’s snow time! I am getting ready to ski Texas. Just drive up I-45 to Big D, take a left and go on to Aspen or Beaver Falls and never have to leave the state. Wait. This is an old map. No wonder it shows the Santa Fe Trail but doesn’t show Dallas. Alas, this map was drawn before the Big Texas Land Grab. If you just got off the United flight from Chicago, pilgrim, and wonder what happened to my map and why anyone would care, it all reflects Texans’ love of their history and all the colorful (some would say slimy and disreputable) people and events which made the Lone Star State what it is today – and quite probably why the results brought you here. So bear with us as we revisit one of the stranger events in our somewhat checkered past looking at this monumental mistake. When Texas became an independent country in 1836, its non-native population was estimated at 38,470. They could fit in NRG Stadium. Counting the Indians – as they were called before they
and New York in the east. It runs through Lake Erie and Lake Michigan. According to Copono Press, Point Pelee, Ontario, is south of that border, so a part of Canada would be south of north Texas. Now we come to the Texas version of the Children’s Crusade Part I. To show the Lone Star Flag over that far land, in 1841 President Mirabeau B. Lamar formed the Santa Fe Expedition made up of traders, with $200,000 in goods, soldiers and a Mexican guide who deserted them. They arrived near Santa Fe where they expected to be greeted by eager business owners ready to trade. Instead, they were forced to surrender to Mexican officials and were taken in chains as prisoners to Mexico City, suffering mightily. That did not stop Texas visitors, although today relatively few are taken in chains to Mexico City prisons. Indeed, half of Houston and most of Dallas have summer homes in Santa Fe to avoid the Texas heat. My mother had friends who said they stopped going to Santa Fe in the summer. One explained: “Every time
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morphed into Indigenous People, Victims of the Round Eyes Treachery or The We Got Here First Americans -- they were estimated at 14,200. Texas had not many people but lots and lots of public land – 251,579,800 acres. Our Founding Fathers thought big. According to Copono Press, “The republic they defined encompassed the entire eastern half of what is now New Mexico, including Albuquerque, Santa Fe, and Taos.” The panhandle was a thin strip of land, a “stovepipe,” running north to the 42nd parallel, up to what is now Carbon County, Wyoming. And where, exactly, is the 42nd parallel? Today it is the borders between California and Oregon in the west, and between Pennsylvania
I walked down the street, I’d meet people I knew from Dallas.” Maybe she owed them money. When joining the Union, Texas’ claim to such a vast wasteland was accepted by the feds in Washington, mainly because there was nothing there except wild Indians, buffalo and ski bums. But soon things got sticky. The Mexican-American War established new boundaries, the whole free-vs.-slave argument came to the forefront, bills were introduced in Congress to split off the west part of Texas and make it a new state. When U.S. troops occupied Albuquerque, Southerners threatened to send their own soldiers. Then the discussion turned to that great common denominator: money. The Republic of Texas owned a huge amount of lands, and retained them after Annexation. But it also owed a fortune to bond holders. So a deal was struck, the U.S. would buy the western third of Texas for $10 million. At the end of the republic, its debt was officially estimated at $9,949,007, so Texas still had $50,993 left
over. The northern border of today’s Texas was due to the Missouri Compromise of 1820, which said that states above that line would be free and those below it could be slave, so if Texas wanted to hold on to any land above the line, it would have to free its slaves. Texas preferred slaves to land. That resulted in the silly Oklahoma Panhandle – one of its three counties is named Texas (pop. 20,495). The entire deal was called the Compromise of 1850 and, thank goodness, it avoided North and South from ever having to go to war. This land deal is often compared to the Louisiana Purchase. That transaction involved 828,000 square miles for cash, forgiveness of loans and interest on other loans, for a total of $15 million or $250 million today. It came to a little less than three cents an acre. Now we have the Texas version of the Children’s Crusade, Part II: The Battle of Glorieta Pass. In March of 1862, a Texas force of 1,200 men invaded New Mexico to take (or retake) the land. During the battle, Union troops
slipped around the Texans and blew up their 80-wagon supply train. Most of their horses and mules were either killed or driven off. Out in the cold boonies of New Mexico with no tents, food or horses and pack mules, the Texans trudged back home. Even if we had held on to that chunk of land out west, we still would only be about half as big as Alaska, with its 424,409,000 acres. But think of the wide-open spaces, snow-capped mountains and vast miles of nothing that were, and still could be, a part of Texas. Without leaving the state, even with no passport, you could visit the home of the atomic bomb, Carlsbad Caverns, and those frozen vaults at Roswell where the government hides the bodies of Martians, but no casinos, if our forefathers hadn’t needed that pitiful $10 million. Today that will hardly rent a .300 hitting shortstop for the season. Guess I’ll unpack. Ashby sells Texas at ashby2@ comcast.net
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t goes without saying, but I’ll say it anyway: “we have all made mistakes.” As Alexander Pope so aptly put it: “To err is human, to forgive, divine.” We should remember this the next time we make a mistake. Most certainly, we must learn from our mistakes, and hopefully not continue to repeat them, but we should also forgive ourselves. While it can be hard enough to forgive others for their mistakes, it can sometimes feel almost impossible to forgive ourselves. We sometimes cannot bring ourselves to forgive something we’ve done, and we may punish and harangue ourselves for years, or even decades, over youthful indiscretions. In addition, some of us may not be able to forget the sins of our past. And although that may prevent us from repeating them, we must be charitable and forgive ourselves, just as we should forgive others. So, we should make a real effort in the coming days and weeks to forgive the offenses of others as well as our own. Sometimes, it helps to just forget about them; that is, to try to put them out of our mind and stop repeatedly mulling over them. One of the reasons we use the phrase “forgive and forget” is because sometimes that is the only way to forgive, i.e., by forgetting. But far better, and more divine, is to be able to forgive even while remembering the offense. So, we should let go of those unforgiving, vindictive, shameful feelings about the past, and get over it! Corrie ten Boom, who survived incarceration in a Nazi prison camp said, “Forgiveness is to set a prisoner free, and to realize that the prisoner was you.”
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PANTHERS, from P. 1 “I was packing my steps for the kick and heard coach yelling at me from the sideline. He said, ‘I trust you’ and that gave me a big confidence booster,” Kyle said. “It was more excitement than nerves. I had the confidence because coach trusted me, and I trusted the rest of my team.” Cranfill said Kyle is a popular student, a gifted athlete who also excels in soccer and lacrosse, and a fan favorite. “He’s just an incredible kid. When he made the 55-yard field goal, the whole stand erupted – not from shock or surprise, but with the elation of being part of this achievement,” Cranfill said. “But the coolest part was to see Preston immediately tell his team-
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HOLIDAY, from P. 1 mates that they did a great job because, without them, it wouldn’t have happened.” The accomplishment was especially meaningful for Kyle because it was Senior Night, meaning families made an extra effort to show their support and come out to watch the game. “Right after, I was getting swarmed. It was pretty crazy. My family was there, my grandma, my grandfather,” Kyle said, explaining his grandfather had to drive several hours to attend the game. “For my grandpa, it was only the second game he’s seen me play. Sharing that moment with him and the family was very special.” The final game score was
41-7, a big win for the Panthers that qualified them for the playoffs. St. Pius X will face Prestonwood Christian Academy in the regional finals in an away game Nov. 17. “Knowing you have a weapon like we do with Preston, and what he is capable of doing, we’re very confident,” Cranfill said. “He’s one of the best kickers in the state, if not the best in the state.” What’s next for Kyle? Football, of course. He was already awarded a football scholarship by the Colorado School of Mines, one of the most prestigious engineering schools in the country.
Each home has a unique story and a distinct holiday decorative style. A special highlight of this event is the opportunity for visitors to support local neighborhood businesses. Events such as the Heights Artisan Market are also happening the Friday and Saturday of the home tour. Dates and Times The home tour is sched-
uled for Friday, Dec. 1, during the hours of 6-9 p.m., and Saturday, Dec. 2, during the hours of 3-9 p.m., offering attendees flexibility to choose a time that best suits their schedule. Attendees have the freedom to explore the homes at their own pace. Whether you prefer traveling by car, bike, or walking, you can savor the sights and sounds of the season in a way that suits
you. For added convenience, shuttle transportation will be available from All Saints Church, located on the corner of Cortlandt and 10th Street. Parking is available in the All Saints lot. Comfortable shoes are highly recommended. For more information about the tour, to view the homes on the tour, and to purchase tickets, please visit Houstonheights.org
Houston Heights Woman’s Club, said. “We also usually put on a party for those kids at the high school for when they receive their gifts. And it’s heartbreaking: Most kids
will ask for basic items like clothing.” To learn more about the HHWC or on how to participate in this project, more information is available at Info@ houstonheightswomansclub. com.
HHWC, from P. 1 bags. The number of students served has steadily increased year after year,” she said. “It’s one of the best events we do all year,” Margaret Ferenz, the President of the
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FRIDAY, NOV. 10TH • 8 AM - 3 PM SATURDAY, NOV. 11TH • 8 AM - 2 PM 1st floor of Second Blessings: Furniture & antiques 2nd floor of Second Blessings: Linens, vintage linens, men’s clothing, women’s clothing, electronics, art, CDs, and DVDs. Fellowship Hall: Christmas decor, household items, kitchen, glassware, stemware, vases, crystal, silver plate, ceramics, artwork, pottery, china, cameras, figurines, and miscellaneous items. Bering Boutique: Vintage clothing & accessories, silver, gold, and costume jewelry. Outside: lawn equipment, tools appliances, furniture, rugs, gym equipment, and more
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cultivating a healthy sense of humor. Seaman believes that people with a good sense of humor live longer. And that they certainly have more fun! “I want to start a funny YouTube channel about being old, and teach people how to be old,” Seaman said. “I find it funny to see the changes. I’m going through all the stages. It’s phenomenal! It doesn’t depress me. It makes me happy.” Indeed, not everybody is so lucky as to experience old age, Seaman mused. So why not make the most of it? Of course, writing fiction is not for everyone. When asked for ideas for seniors who might not have the inclination to write, Seaman suggested piano lessons, which she considers great exercise for the brain, dance lessons, joining senior travel groups, and overall finding ways to cultivate interests and stay involved. She especially loves to travel. She chronicles her own adventures on her blog, The Graytripper. “I travel with my sister-inlaw who’s 95,” Seaman says, laughing. “An 87-year-old driving a 95-year-old.” Someday Belongs to Us is available on Amazon in paperback and Kindle formats.
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Heights resident Margie Seaman wrote Someday Belongs to Us as a tribute to staying young while aging.
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Steffy initially told Seaman that he would not publish a romance novel, but rather refer her to another publisher. Yet when the manuscript was completed, he read it, and so did his wife. They fell under the spell of Seaman’s characters as well as her charming and often humorous writing style. Steffy ended up publishing the book. Seaman is now working on a second and third book about the exploits of the same set of characters. Also, she is greatly enjoying learning about book marketing, networking with readers, speaking at book clubs and women’s clubs. She is determined to make her book a success partly, because of her belief in doing things well, but also out of love for the characters she wants the world to meet. She is also hoping that her story of publishing a book later in life and thoroughly enjoying herself in the process will inspire other people to make the most out of their old age. As a book marketing tool, and beyond, Seaman thinks “The internet is phenomenal. People can learn anything they want to know.” Of course, she is on social media! And she half-jokes that her wildest dream is for Travis Kelce to give Taylor Swift a copy of Someday Belongs to Us as a gift, and for Taylor to fall in love with it. Seaman thinks it’s important for older people to keep up with the culture of the times as well as advances in technology. “Don’t think of the way it used to be. Embrace the new,” she said. This seems to be one of her mantras, along with a strong belief in
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themselves and their passions, and perhaps tackle ambitious dreams they might have neglected during their younger years, Seaman explained. “Maybe people can go back to school, audit classes,” she said. “Everyone has an interest, and if you can get around, you’re not too old.” Seaman herself has had a busy life in her younger years working in marketing and sales promotion, then later as a web designer. She also raised a family. Writing her first book was not the only dream she brought to fruition at a later age than most. Seaman graduated college at 54, at the same time as her daughter. They walked together for graduation. As to embarking on a new adventure as a writer in her eighties, she says, “The timing was correct.” Seaman has received rave reviews for her book, but also admiration for not giving up on her dream of becoming an author. People often tell her she’s an inspiration. “I feel like I’m a normal 87-year-old woman,” Seaman said, modest when given praise for her accomplishment. Like any writer, she struggled with procrastination, as well as with learning the craft. “I never thought that I could do it,” she said. But she was motivated to keep writing. At first her motivation stemmed from the desire to please the friend who encouraged her to write a book, Loren Steffy, the owner of Stoney Creek Publishing. Then Seaman fell in love with the characters she created, and she started missing them if she didn’t write new adventures for them. While inspiring her to write this book,
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Art Valet: Texas-made with French roots leads to happiness Last week in The Leader (in print and online), I introduced two artists from other countries — one a permanent resident, the other visiting. We met Lilli Lehtonen, originally from Finland, and Shoba Rani who currently resides in India. This week we meet Laurence Dusaulx, a native of Normandy, France. Laurence Dusaulx may not recall this but she introduced herself to me in 2014 via email about attending First Saturday Arts Market. This was before the launch of The Market at Sawyer Yards. Unbeknownst to me at the time, Dusaulx was creating more than the ultracute leather and felt shoes for toddlers. Dusaulx reached out again in 2019 and she’s regularly attended The Markets at Sawyer Yards since. Dusaulx arrived in Texas in 1998 and specializes in designing and handcrafting hats using leather, vegetable fibers, and wool. Each of her creations is meticulously crafted by hand, employing techniques such as hole punching and hand-stitching. Dusaulx currently offers her leather hats and designs online and at Houston area outdoor markets.
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Observing people’s reactions around handmade hats can be an amusing experience. Dusaulx creates hats, caps, steampunk and 20s and Victorian-style hats. It’s almost impossible to not try one on. Yes, I’ve stopped to see if a viking helmet complete with horns would make me look more fearsome, and of course it did! Since her teenage years, Dusaulx has been creating dolls, working with pottery, enameling, silversmithing, and exploring other materials such as silk, glass, paper, fiber, leather, and natural elements. I was surprised to find out she painted on canvas, too. She pursued Art History at the University of Caen and held several painting exhibitions in Normandy, focusing on black and white paintings inspired by D-Day in June ‘44. Dusaulx earned a
Master’s degree in Education. Before launching into designing and handcrafting her hats, Dusaulx was creating jewelry that was featured in numerous Texas galleries and renowned stores like Pinto Ranch. Dusaulx’s artistic endeavors today extend to wet felting, spinning her own yarn, and needle felting, where she skillfully creates a range of beautiful accessories, wearable items, and sculptures. Her passion for animals often serves as inspiration for her latest creations. As a proud owner of four cats, Dusaulx actively volunteers at animal shelters including the SPCA Houston. For many years, Dusaulx has been involved with senior citizen residences, working with residents in both independent living and assisted and mem-
ory care facilities. Through patience and understanding of the residents’ limitations, she has gained recognition for bringing the joy of art to the community. Dusaulx calls her business Texas Made by Laurence, and this is definitely the time of year she and her work shines. She brings to markets a selection of felted candle holders (battery-operated, mind you), socks, Christmas stockings, and other seasonal fashions. It’s difficult to leave her booth empty-handed. Everything puts a smile on your face. “The path to creativity takes many roads, but they all lead to one thing: HAPPINESS!” said Dusaulx. Dusaulx will be in attendance at The Market at Sawyer Yards, Saturday, Nov. 11, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. The market is
located on Art Alley under the iconic towering silos at Sawyer Yards. Free parking is available at 2101 Winter St. and nearby lots. More details are online at www.SawyerStreetMarket. com. Follow Laurence Dusaulx
on Instagram www.instagram. com/ldusaulx. Cohen is an artist and founder of the First Saturday Arts Market and The Market at Sawyer Yards. Find him at ArtValet.com
A display of works by Laurence Dusaulx.
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Laurence Dusaulx with a customer at The Market at Sawyer Yards.
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The artist Laurence Dusaulx, wearing her work.
Writer Mitch Cohen models for Laurence Dusaulx.
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A clutch dragon by Laurence Dusaulx.
What’s cooking in and around the Heights? Your Thanksgiving dinner! Compiled by Stefanie Thomas editor@theleadernews.com
Trattoria Sofia – Open Thanksgiving Day Trattoria Sofia is hosting Thanksgiving Day this year with a festive 4-course prix-fixe meal ($68/adult, $25/kid) along with the regular dinner menu. The prix-fixe menu includes an appetizer, pasta course, entrée with family style side dishes and dessert. To enjoy on the way in or out, guests can grab complimentary hot apple cider and pumpkin cookies. Reservations are required. Call 713.804.0429 or RSVP on opentable.com. Learn more, view the menus and book your table at trattoriasofia. com/posts/thanksgiving-day Trattoria Sofia is located at 911 W. 11th St, Houston, TX 77008. Slowpokes – Open Thanksgiving Day Start your Thanksgiving morning with a strong cup
Houston Food Bank offers Thanksgiving meals and a la carte items to-go From Community Reports
Proceeds benefit the food bank’s mission to feed the hungry in Houston communities
Not in the mood to spend the day cooking and forfeit a rare 4-day weekend? We've put together some Thanksgiving catering and to-go options as well as eateries open on Thanksgiving day, so you can have your feast and your day off, too. Impress your guests, sit back, and enjoy!
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Thankfully you don’t have to cook this holiday season! Feed more than just your family and friends this holiday season by ordering from the Houston Food Bank’s 535 Catering! Whether you order a little or a lot, your purchase helps support our mission to provide food for better lives for our neighbors in need. From the full feast to just the items you need, Houston Food Bank’s 535 Catering chefs can help you stress
less in the kitchen and enjoy the holidays more. Ordering is quick and easy – just click the online menu, select your items and checkout! Provide the date when you want to pick-up your order and it will be packaged and ready to go, with reheating instructions included. All you have to do is add your holiday cheer! Orders accepted now through Friday, Nov. 17, for pick-up on Tuesday, Nov. 22, by 2 p.m. Order online at houstonfoodbank.org/ holiday-menu-2023 NOTE: Deadline for orders of whole turkeys is Wednesday, Nov. 15, at 2 p.m. Houston Food Bank is closed on Thanksgiving Day.
Heights & Co. is hosting a Friendsgiving Feast Wednesday, Nov. 22. Reservations are required.
of coffee from Slowpokes. All locations will be open from 8 a.m.-2 p.m. on the holiday. Enjoy seasonal offers like Pumpkin Pie Latte, Snickerdoodle Latte, and more! YOUR SLOWPOKES LOCATION: Slowpokes - Garden Oaks, 1203 W. 34th St., Suite D, Houston, TX 77018 Heights & Co. – Friendsgiving Feast Wednesday night Join Heights & Co. Thanksgiving Eve for a night celebration with friends. In ad-
dition to their regular kitchen menu, the patio bar and restaurant will feature a champagne bar, fire pits complete with fixin’s for s’mores and espresso martinis and a photo wall. Reservations can be booked via Resy.com. Heights & Co. is located at 1343 Yale St., Houston, TX 77008. Other area Thanksgiving options for the lazy cook Please note that most locations require reservations. • Dante’s River Oaks – Italian
Thanksgiving Wednesday night and Black Friday Special • B&B Butchers & Restaurant – Open Thanksgiving Day • The Butcher Shop at B&B - Ready-to-roast and precooked entrees • The Annie Cafe and Bar – Open on Thanksgiving Day, to-go options available • Turner’s – Open on Thanksgiving Day • NoPo Cafe, Market & Bar – Pre-order pies • Takeout orders at Backstreet Cafe
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