Energy and Pocketbook Savings taking Minutes to Implement in Katy Texas - 12/30/11 11:04 AM
 
Energy and Pocketbook Savings taking Minutes to Implement in Katy Texas
 
I decided after all these Holiday related blogs I would look at writing about savings folks money and energy all at the same time. Here is a list (I know the dreaded list!) of items each of us can complete in a short period of time but will save all of us money and energy during 2012:
·         If you have a chimney shut the flue.
·         Unplug all electric lamps, appliances and electronics while not in use.
·         If using window based AC unit remove and … (6 comments)

Special Showing of Grease in Katy Texas - 12/29/11 11:22 AM
 
Special Showing of Grease in Katy Texas
 
The Alamo Drafthouse will present a very special edition of the 1978 movie Grease as a screening starring John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John on Thursday December 29, 2011 at 7:30 P.M. Paramount Pictures produced a subtitled re-lease of Grease that include sing along subtitles. All attendees will be able to sing along with almost the whole movie. The Drafthouse will be handing out balloons, candy cigarettes, and plastic comb so everyone can copy the tough guy/girl look.   
 
This screening is for folks 18 years or older but children age 6 … (8 comments)

New Company Moving to Katy Texas - 12/28/11 08:39 AM
 
 
New Company Moving to Katy Texas
 
A Houston based well data software and drilling will move to Katy Texas during the spring of 2012. Poloton Computer Enterprises have announced plans to move into La Centerra at Cinco Ranch Katy Texas as they recently signed a lease for approximately 10,800 sq. ft. which will include its Corporate Headquarters group. The company believes it will double its Houston based staff during the next five years. La Centerra is located at 23501 Cinco Ranch Blvd. Katy Texas.
 
Interesting to me is that the press release of their future move … (8 comments)

Financing College Education Always a Major Challenge In Katy Texas and Whole US - 12/27/11 10:27 AM
 
Financing College Education Always a Major Challenge In Katy Texas and Whole US
 
With the Christmas rush over now it is time to get back to reality of daily life. One of the biggest challenges many folks face these days is how to finance a College education. On Tuesday December 27, 2011 College Financial Advisors will host a free workshop shop titled “How to pay for College without going broke (Even if you make too much money to qualify for financial aid. “ This session makes a promise to attendees to dispel many serious misconceptions surround financial aid for … (9 comments)

Local Market Report - Grand Lakes Katy Texas YTD 11 Months 2011 - 12/26/11 10:14 AM
 
Local Market Report - Grand Lakes Katy Texas YTD 11 Months 2011
Grand Lakes subdivision is a neighborhood in Katy Texas or MLS area 36 . Grand Lakes is a Master Planned Community developed by Trendmaker and islocated off of the Grand Parkway or 99 at the Fry Road exit. If you and your family turn left and go under the freeway and Grand Lakes is on both sides. If you turn right heading west then Grand Lakes is in the right after all the shopping. There are no more new homes in Grand Lakes as the area was completed … (6 comments)

Season’s Greetings, Happy Kwanzaa, Happy Hanukkah, Feliz Navidad, Happy Holidays, Joyeux Noël, Frohe Weihnachten, 聖誕節快樂, メリークリスマス and Merry Christmas to All. - 12/25/11 02:02 PM
 
Season’s Greetings, Happy Kwanzaa, Happy Hanukkah, Feliz Navidad, Happy Holidays, Joyeux Noël, Frohe Weihnachten, 聖誕節快樂, メリークリスマスand Merry Christmas to All.

 
To all my Family, Friends, Clients, Virtual friends, Veterans, Men and Women serving in the Armed Services, Real Estate Friends and Neighbors
 
MERRY CHRISTMAS (OR WHAT EVER GREETING FITS YOUR SPECIFIC CIRCUMSTANCES OR BELIEFS) TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILIES  
 
Let all gather with our families, friends, and extended families and rejoice in our togetherness and
 
Let all of us pray in our own special way for all the poor, homeless, sick, home bound folks, … (9 comments)

Wordless Wednesday at our Nation's Capitol - 12/24/11 05:24 PM
I am re-blogging this picture as I love the way the bird is in the sky in front of out Nations Capital Building. Great picture and please stop by Yoalnda's blog to leave an appropraite comment. I have disabled the comments.
Via Yolanda Cordova-Gilbert David Weekley Homes in Cinco Ranch (David Weekley Homes):

 
 
This photo was taken in Washington, D.C. at our nation’s Capitol. We are so lucky to live in a nation that allows us all to express our Holiday Traditions!
     The Capitol Building looked so beautiful dressed up for the Holidays! It was cold but … (0 comments)

Local Real Estate Market Report for YTD November 30, 2011 Firethorne in Katy Texas - 12/24/11 09:52 AM
 
Local Real Estate Market Report for YTD November 30, 2011 Firethorne in Katy Texas
The Firethorne neighborhood is part of Katy Texas or MLS area 36. Firethorne is a Master Planned Community located off of the Highway 1463 about 2 miles south of the I-10 exit. The neighborhood recently opened a new section of homes that are being built east of FM 1463 while the main section of already built homes is west of 1463. FM 1463 gives commuters easy access to I-10 as it maybe 2-3 miles away and to FM 1093 and the West Park Toll way. … (9 comments)

December 23, 2011 Blogging Challenge - 31 day Challenge Katy Texas Day 23. –Potential Client Follow-up and Activity Summary - 12/23/11 12:53 PM
 
December 23, 2011 Blogging Challenge - 31 day Challenge Katy Texas Day 23.  –Potential Client Follow-up and Activity Summary
 
 
 
I am following the lead of some of my AR virtual friends with posting to meet the December Challenge. This is a summary for the Blogging Challenge where each of us identifies the things that were done each day in December that will help grow our business in 2012.  We are required to post a minimum of 5 times each week to record our daily activities and I have been posting each day so far. I have changed … (9 comments)

Santa in Katy Texas for Brown Bag Lunch - 12/23/11 11:37 AM
Santa in Katy Texas for Brown Bag LunchSanta will be at La Centerra in Katy Texas on December 24, 2011 for a Holiday story telling session that will last one hour while everyone eats their lunch. The cost is my favorite number or FREE. The La Centerra restaurants hope some folks will order a brown bag lunch from them but anyone can bring their own brown bag lunch without any issues. The event starts at 12:00 P.M. and lasts until 1:00 P.M. La Centerra at Cinco Ranch is located at 23501 Cinco Ranch Blvd Katy Texas 77494. If you and your … (4 comments)

Local Katy Texas Market Report for YTD November 30, 2011 - 12/22/11 08:37 AM
 
Local Katy Texas Market Report for YTD November 30, 2011
 
 The Houston Real Estate Market is an extremely large geographic area and very complex market with numerous sub markets all performing somewhat independently. Generalizations about market conditions for the Houston Metropolis make little sense and really have no meaning. Houston has 46 separate and distinct MLS areas. Katy Texas is just one part of these numerous sub-markets. I believe the Katy market is comprised of 3 unique market areas each having different characteristics. The first market area is the town of Katy itself (old Katy) which can be isolated … (7 comments)

Computer Skills Class in Katy Texas - 12/21/11 09:33 AM
 
 

 
 
Computer Skills Class in Katy TexasAs part of their continuing adult education classes offered to the whole community, the Katy Branch Library as part of the Harris County Library System is hold a free oladult education class. The class is scheduled for Thursday December 22, 2011 at 11:00 A.M. until noon. The emphasis of the class will be on the fundamentals of using a computer. Many adults are still scared of using a computer and in this day and age it is critical to understand basic computer concepts and be able to handle a lap top … (7 comments)

Christmas Light Show in Katy Texas - December’s Season of Celebrations & Sharing - 12/20/11 11:50 AM
Christmas Light Show in Katy Texas - December’s Season of Celebrations & Sharing A special Christmas light show is being held every evening during the holidays at a historical home in Old Katy. The home was built in 1905 and the name of the home is Cottage Charm. All the light for this show are computer operated with over 80 channels. This will create thousands of light combinations while music is played coordinating with the flashing lights. It is estimated there is over 19,000 light, miles of cord which features a Mega Tree , 40 ft. mega fence, Jesus and several … (9 comments)

Make Holiday Cards and Gift Tags in Katy Texas - 12/19/11 02:48 PM
 
Make Holiday Cards and Gift Tags in Katy Texas
 
The Maud Marks Library which is one the Harris County Library system is teaching a class where individuals will learn how to make their own Holidaycards and gift tags. The class is being held on
Tuesday December 20, 2011 at 7 :00 P.M. The Library is located at
1815 Westgreen Blvd. Katy Texas. Theclass is my favorite price of
Free. Seating as with all these computer classes is very limited. One
 
needs to make reservations by calling the Library at 281-492-8592.
The class will … (5 comments)

Live Christmas Story in Katy Texas - December’s Season of Celebrations & Sharing - 12/18/11 11:10 AM
 
Live Christmas Story in Katy Texas -December’s Season of Celebrations & Sharing

Victory of the Lamb Lutheran Church is holding its 10 annual family event on Sunday December 18, 2011 at the church which is located at 23 51 Cinco Ranch Blvd. Katy Texas 77450. The main event is a Living Nativity scene which will present The Christmas Story coming to life. The event starts at 5:30 P.M. and runs until 8:30P.M. Everything is free. There are several other attractions such as petting zoo where the children can pet the animals, children’s crafts, Christmas puppet shows indoors, and free … (14 comments)

Christmas Time in Grand Lakes Katy Texas - 12/17/11 09:37 AM
 
Christmas Time in Grand Lakes Katy Texas
The Grand Lakes subdivision in Katy Texas will host its annual Christmas Celebration for residents on Saturday December 17, 2011. The party will take place at the frog Pool which located at Center Village Dr. and Emily Park and it will begin at 2:00 P.M. and projected end being around 4:00 P.M. There will be numerous attractions and fun things to do and see. The events include:
 
Santa and his sleigh (Santa is sponsored by Health One West Campus)
Santa will be decked out in a Red Corvette provided by Westside Chevrolet
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Christmas Time in Katy Texas -An Old Fashioned Christmas Festival - December’s Season of Celebrations & Sharing - 12/16/11 09:17 AM
 
Christmas Time in Katy Texas - An Old Fashioned Christmas Festival - December’s Season of Celebrations & Sharing

On Saturday December 17, 2011 an Old Fashioned Christmas Festival is being sponsored by Katy Market Days. The Festival will be held from 10:00 A.M. until 6:00 P.M. on Avenue B in Old Town Katy. Ave B is essentially where a majority of the store are located in Old Katy. This event will feature Santa Claus and real snow arriving at right around noon time. In addition, as one can image there will be delicious food available for purchase and excellent … (11 comments)

Holiday Greeting Card Contest for ActiveRain– Christmas Card Created by Me for Katy Texas - 12/15/11 08:33 AM
 
Holiday Greeting Card Contest for ActiveRain– Christmas Card Created by Me for Katy Texas

 
The Positive Attitude for Weary souls group holds an Annual Holiday contest each year and gives you the opportunity to share your creative side during the holiday season with a creative writing challenge. Please Join in on the Challenge with the ActiveRain Greeting Card Contest.
 
This is my Holiday Greeting card I created using HP software. I will be sending it to past and present clients only as I do not have customers in my business. I want to stay in touch with … (10 comments)

Self-Improvement program in Spanish Offered by Katy Library - 12/14/11 08:01 AM
 
Self-Improvement program in Spanish Offered by Katy Library
 
The Katy Library which is part of the Harris County Library system is offering a Self-Improvement program in Spanish on Wednesday December 14, 2011. The name of the program is Superacion Personal. The program will address many different motivational themes and theories. The schedule shows the event starts at 6:00 P.M. and the cost is my personal favorite Free. The Katy Library is located at 5414 Franz Road Katy Texas.
 
If you want additional information call 281-391-3509 or visit their web site.
 
The description of this event … (5 comments)

December 13, 2011 Blogging Challenge - 31 day Challenge Katy Texas Day 13. –Potential Client Follow-up and Summary - 12/13/11 05:11 PM
 
December 13, 2011 Blogging Challenge - 31 day Challenge Katy Texas Day 13.  –Potential Client Follow-up and Summary
 
I had a potential client ask about new builders in Cinco Ranch and wanting me to send her as much information as possible. She never mentioned a price point or anything else. Well there are 31 builders (or more) in the model home park in Cinco Ranch. I am not going to waste my time going to each one and getting as much data as possible and then pay the postage to send to her. I called her today to try … (8 comments)

Toys for Tots through the US Marine Corp Reserve - December’s Season of Celebrations & Sharing - 12/13/11 08:31 AM
 
Toys for Tots through the US Marine Corp Reserve - December’s Season of Celebrations & Sharing
 
Ooh La La Desert Boutique is currently holding its annual “Sweetening the Lives of Others” toy drive here in Katy Texas. The toy drive will benefit less-fortunate children by giving them a brand new toy. Contributors are asked to donate an unwrapped toy valued at $10 or more. In exchange Oh La La will give each party who donates one of their custom cupcakes and let me tell you these cupcakes all look delicious and of course very fattening. The toy has to … (9 comments)

CPA Group Gives to Children this Holiday Season - December’s Season of Celebrations & Sharing - 12/12/11 08:18 AM
 
CPA Group Gives to Children this Holiday Season - December’s Season of Celebrations & Sharing
The Houston CPA Society which is a Chapter of the Texas Society of CPA’s (Society) is holding its 41 ST Annual Santa CPAs Holiday Drive. This charitable drive will benefit 7,500 underprivileged preschool aged children who are participating in the Head Start and Early Start programs offered in the community. All of these kids are aged five years and younger and most if not all will get nothing for Christmas this year if not for the Society.  Donations to this fine tax deductible charitable cause … (9 comments)

December 10, 2011 Blogging Challenge - 31 day Challenge Katy Texas Day 10. – Potential Web Site Modifications - 12/10/11 10:42 AM
 
December 10, 2011 Blogging Challenge - 31 day Challenge Katy Texas Day 10.  – Potential Web Site Modifications
 
This week I have already by Saturday posted all 10 blogs where I get points for posting (i.e. 200 for the blog plus 25 for Active Rain Channel) and in fact I posted blog eleven for the week yesterday. I have several things to write about on the local scene but I hate to waste a blog where the points will be only minimal assuming I get enough comments. My blogging time every day/week is limited and scarce and as with … (9 comments)

December’s Season of Celebrations & Sharing Contest – Citizen for Animal Protection (CAP) Hosting Event Home for the Holidays - 12/09/11 12:49 PM
 
December’s Season of Celebrations & Sharing Contest – Citizen for Animal Protection (CAP) Hosting Event Home for the Holidays
Citizens for Animal Protection (CAP) are a non-profit organization which shelters, rescues and places homeless animals for adoption with loving families. It was founded in 1972 and runs basically on funds or gifts donated by the local community and local business owners. CAP is hosting its annual “Home for the Holidays” event on Saturday December 10 and Sunday December 11, 2011 from 1:00 P.M. until 6:00 P.M. Cap is located at 17555 Kay Freeway Houston, Texas 77094. If you get off … (7 comments)

YouTube Thursday December 9 , 2011 in Katy Texas - The Eagles Hotel California - 12/08/11 06:36 PM
YouTube Thursday December 9 , 2011 in Katy Texas - The Eagles Hotel California
 
YouTube Thursdays was started initially on November 3, 2011) continues to grow after its creation as a Group on Thursday November 10, 2011 with new subscribers linking to one another's YouTube Channels. Once again a big Thank You to  Debb Janes for creating this group and continuing to do a significant amount of work to promote the group.  I personally recommend to anyone to also subscribe to her blog (plus YouTube Channel) as she writes interesting and mind provoking articles.
 
YouTube Thursdays was started initially … (3 comments)

December’s Season of Celebrations & Sharing - Seven Lakes High School Fine Arts Department Hosts Holiday Festival - 12/08/11 09:31 AM
 

 
December’s Season of Celebrations & Sharing  -
Seven Lakes High School Fine Arts Department Hosts Holiday Festival
WHAT: The Seven Lakes High School Katy Texas Fine Arts Department is holding its 7 TH annual
Holiday Extravaganza which includes dinner.
 
WHEN: Friday December 9, 2011 at 5:30 P.M.
 
WHERE: Seven Lakes High School 9251 S. Fry Road, Katy Texas
 
INFORMATION: The event includes an excellent dinner, silent auction plus several performances by
The band, choir, orchestra, theatre and drill team
 
COST: Dinner are only presale reservations and cost $20/person. All musical performances are free … (9 comments)

December’s Season of Celebrations & Sharing Contest – Gift Drive for Bridge over Troubled Waters - 12/06/11 11:16 AM
 
December’s Season of Celebrations & Sharing Contest – Gift Drive for Bridge over Troubled Waters
Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate Anderson Properties is collecting unwrapped gifts for children 12 or under or for women. This is an annual gift drive that is benefitting “The Bridge over troubled Waters” (Bridge). This group assists displaced women and children who have suffered domestic abuse and violence. The child or the parent gets to pick a gift for their own family member and actually give these items to either the child or to the parent. . No child I think should ever have … (5 comments)

December’s Season of Celebrations & Sharing Contest – Children’s Christmas Party in Katy Texas - 12/05/11 08:14 AM
 
December’s Season of Celebrations & Sharing Contest – Children’s Christmas Party in Katy Texas
Chick-Fil-A located at 369 S. Mason Road ( just south of I -10 on Mason east side of the street) Katy Texas will host a Christmas party for kids on Monday December 5, 2011. The party is scheduled to run from 9:30 A.M. until 11:30 P.M. The party will include holiday season arts and crafts, singing, dancing story time and a special secret treat for all little ones. This is part of their preschool playhouse and is the last one until January.

Rust Wylie is … (7 comments)

December’s Season of Celebrations & Sharing Contest : James E Taylor High School (THS) Katy Texas Annual Choir Dinner - 12/02/11 10:58 AM
 
 
 
December’s Season of Celebrations & Sharing Contest -
James E Taylor High School (THS) Katy Texas Annual Choir Dinner
The Taylor Madrigal Dinner and Silent Auction will be held on both December 2 and December 3, 2011 at Taylor High School. The performances both evenings will start at 7:00 P.M.  Taylor is located at 20700 Kingsland Blvd. Katy Texas 77494. The event will be held in school cafeteria which will be transformed into a Renaissance Castle. This will be the 28 TH annual Madrigal Dinner. Ticket prices are $30.75 each and are non-refundable. The THS award winning choir … (3 comments)

YouTube Thursday December 1 , 2011 in Katy Texas - 12/01/11 11:16 AM
 
YouTube Thursday December 1 , 2011 in Katy Texas
 
YouTube Thursdays was started initially on November 3, 2011) continues to grow after its creation as a Group on Thursday November 10, 2011 with new subscribers linking to one another's YouTube Channels. Once again a big Thank You to  Debb Janes for creating this group and continuing to do a significant amount of work to promote the group.  I personally recommend to anyone to also subscribe to her blog (plus YouTube Channel) as she writes interesting and mind provoking articles.
 
 
I have picked out 2 members of the … (5 comments)

 
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