I have a fascination and love for new technical things even though I may not be able to operate them right away.  After running across this amazing technology, I think there is no need to invent anything else.

Fulton Innovation was in Las Vegas demonstrating their new wireless charging technology that is mind boggling. This technology is called "Induction Power" and it can literally light up boxes of cereal to make them like eye-candy to children and adults alike.  It can illuminate in stages which creates an eye catching effect.

The company also had a can of soup which had a heating coil beuilt in the packaging and when placed on its specially designed kitchen surface, the soup will cook itself in the pack.  It is supposed to be hot, perfectly warmed soup.

This technology also has the ability to communicate with other devices, including blenders and saucepans to cook food to a pre-defined recipe. 

What do you think of this future technology? 

Candy Henthorne
Results Realty
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Shannon Forest  in Spring TX Market Report

Shannon Forest is located in Spring TX in Northwest Harris County and is located between I-45 and 249 on Stuebner Airline and just between Louetta and Spring Cypress Roads.

Shannon Forest has around 150 homes.  Homes were mostly built in the mid 1980's to the mid 1990's, and a few in 2000's.  There are large towering pines and hardwoods throughout the subdivision.  The subdivision has some great amenities including a very nice club house with a swimming pool, playground & tennis courts. You will see lots of walkers and dog walkers in Shannon Forest and the people are so friendly!  You won't find too many homes for sale at one time, as the residents really love it there.

If you are looking to buy or sell a home in Shannon forest, or for a complimentary Shannon Forest evaluation contact me today. 

 If you would like more information about Shannon Forest in Spring TX , contact me today!

Candy Henthorne
Results Realty
Email Candy
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 These statistics were compiled from the Houston Association of REALTORS® data on 3/23/2010 at 11:22 a.m. This data is reflective of homes which were listed on the MLS; private sales are not included. Information was obtained from sources deemed reliable but not guaranteed. This information should not be used to determine the value of any property. Photos are for illustration purposes only and do not necessarily represent current or past listings

St. Paul's Methodist Church was built in the early part of this century.  Is one of the most visited landmarks in the beautiful area surrounding Hermann Park. 

The Church is still very active; in fact, my son and his wife were married there.  I learned some of the history from the Minister who performed their service.  They have one of the largest pipe organs in the country and the largest in Texas. It takes a team several months just to clean the pipes and keep it in working order.  When they play "Here comes the Bride" or the Wedding March, it is very impressive and almost deafening.  It is the most beautiful organ I have ever seen or heard. 

The upstairs groom's quarters is very classy with a sitting area, table and chairs and is perfect for the Groom and his party.  The bridal suite is downstairs in the basement and is lovely with private baths, lighted mirror and vanity and everything the bride needs.  They really have special touches of elegance everywhere. 

St Paul's Methodist Church was conceived in 1903 as an act of gratitude as an offering from Ellen Ross after her son recovered from a serious illness.  She contributed two lots on the corner of Milam & McGowen.  This location opened in 1909. This was known then as the "South side of Houston".  The architecture was Grecian with a dome in Byzantine style. 

After so much growth, expansion was not feasible, so the property was sold and the new location at 5501 Main, the present location, was purchased from the Hermann estate.  This graceful stone building  with a beautiful bell tower was built in the English stone gothic style.  The Architect chosen was Jesse Jones' protege' Alfred c. Finn, who would gain fame as the designer of the San Jacinto Monument, the Gulf Building, the Cullen Building at the University of Houston, and the Coliseum and Music Hall. 

In 1980, Organist/Choirmaster Robert Brewer joined Frances Anderson to lead St Paul's Choir, now an acclaimed 75 voice ensemble that has often sung at Westminster Abbey.  In 1981, David Farnsworth donated a 76 rank Schantz pipe organ.

In June of 2001, Tropical Storm Allison took Houston by surprise and caused extreme damage to the building.  You certainly can not tell it was damaged today by looking at this beautiful landmark either inside or out. 

You can see this beautiful landmark at the following address:
5501 Main Street
Houston, TX 77004

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The NW Houston 1960 Parade was Sunday and I went to watch and took some photos.  Northwest Houston has a very festive parade with music, many floats of every kind where they throw beads to the croud along with candy, St Patrick's Day hats and other St Patrick's Day trinkets. 

Here are some of the floats and people in the parade.  I hope you enjoy it as much as I did.

There were many floats like the beautiful one on the left and on the right is from Crazy Frogs Saloon.

The above Float is shaped like a Pirate Ship and the one on the right is from Miller Light.

Left above is a military St. Patrick's Day float and on the right above is the Parrot Head Club float.

A little beagle dog getting into the spirit of St. Patrick's Day and on the right above is a float with live music.

Above left is a nice float and the people are giving out beads.  On the right are Hawaiian dancers in the parade.

 Above left is the Tumbleweeds float and little dog is "green" for the occasion.

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Party Animals is a new dog friendly social mixer series at the Houston Arboretum & Nature Center.  They are hosting The Mutt Strutt on April 5th from 3-5 pm at Memorial Park.  (Weather permitting)

Dogs on leashes and their owners are invited to come out and enjoy music, refreshments (poochie punch) and receive a doggie bag with a treat for their furry friend.  Lawn chairs and blankets allowed.

The April host will be Sunshine, a friendly boxer who will be there to greet everybody.

Spring doggie Fashion Show at the Mutt Strutt with prizes for best dressed dog so come out for a dog gone good time!  Limited space available, so please RSVP.

RSVP at 713-681-8433.

Saturday: April 5 from 3-5pm
Saturday: May 3 from 3-5 pm - Hounds & Hula
Admission: $10 for non members, $8 for members

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The Houston Rockets has had 21 wins in a row!  They have won 30 of the last 33 games, jumping from the number 10 spot to tie for 1st in just two months. 

Today they play the LA Lakers in L.A. and I hope this winning streak continues for the Houston Rockets. 

The last several games have been without Yao Ming, as he has an injury.  I wish him a quick recovery.  Ming is a great role model for Houston and said he feels unlucky, but this will give him time to rest up and get prepared for the Olympics where he will again play for his home country of China. 

It seems that when one of the Rockets gets injured, another player steps up to the plate!  McGrady (T-Mac) is showing what he can really do!  It is his time to shine and shinning he is!  The Rockets went 20-12 without Yao Ming!  This team is ready to win and is capable to of taking on any MBA team! 

General Manager Daryl Morey has done a great job of building this team and having a solid roster! 

The Houston Rockets vs. LA Lakers will be televised today and I hope we can add to our 21 game winning streak!

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Houston Tx St Patrick's Day Parades

It has been said that Houston Tx has one of the lowest Irish populations in the country living here, but there is no shortage in the amount of Irish Pubs.  So even though we may not have a vast amount of Irish citizens, the amount of adopted Irish is huge.  There are two parades going on in Houston.

St Patrick's Day 30th Anniversary "1960" Parade:

The 1960 St. Patrick's Day Parade is Sunday, March 16th, 2008 at 2pm. The parade benefits Cypress Creek EMS Public Education Programs like car seat inspections, bike rodeos and ambulance tours for children. The parade has raised more than $100,000 over just the last 5 years. Entries must be received by March 10, 2008.

The 1960 parade begins at 2pm and proceeds down FM 1960 from Champion Forest Drive to Kuykendahl.  Last year, over 100 entries and at least 75,000 spectators attended the parade.  This is free to the public and is one of Northwest Houston's largest community events.  The Parade Grand Marshall is going to be Coach Domicic Kinnear, the Houston Dynamo's Head Coach.

Downtown Houston 49th Annual St Patrick's Day Parade:

The Houston Downtown St Patrick's Day Parade begins on Saturday, March 15th at 12 noon.  This is a free event is a 2 hr. event and is one of the largest in the U.S. and plans to have 127 entries for all the Irish and Irish at heart!  The parade starts and ends at Minutemaid Park at the intersection of Texas & Hamilton in downtown Houston.

The first St. Patrick's Day parade in Houston dates back to the 1880's and was always on St. Patrick's Day.  It started in "Irish Town" by old St. Patrick's Church on Harrisburg.  The parade continued until the depression and WWI & WWII when the parade disappeared.  However, in the late 1940's, Houston Oilman, Glen McCarthy built the Shamrock Hotel and the Irish culture associated this with good times again.  In 1960, two radio personalities announced a St. Patrick's Day Parade in downtown Houston and has always carried the theme "Everyone is Irish-If only for the Day".  It has been going strong ever since! 

All of Houston will be going Green for St Patrick's Day!

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Recently I started getting the prettiest birds in my birdfeeder and was so excited about this.  Soon, they told all their friends and I had so many pretty birds that they were lining up and some were waiting in the tree outside my window and the bougainvillea right next to my kitchen window for their turn to eat.  I had so many birds I am now filling the bird feeder up every other day! 

I told my friend Shellee up the street about my gloriously happy little birds and that I could not find out what special breed they are!  I had searched the internet and looked at most of the unique birds and didn't see my happy birds.  She listened to me explain about my new family of birds and said she had a bird on her feeder right now.  I asked her to take a photo and email it to me, which she quickly did and sure enough, it was the same as my little visitors.  My unique new friends are sparrows. We had a good laugh and I found out the birds I have are not unique, but they are awfully sweet and happy little guys.  I have also seen a couple cardinals come visit.

 The Houston Arboretum & Nature Center is a good place to find out what kind of birds you do have!  Be sure to take your binoculars with you so you can take in all their beauty.

Right now they are having a nature walk to see all the different kinds of birds in our area this time of year. 

Schedule:

6:45-8am

Tues: Mar 11,18,25               

Thurs: Mar 13, 20, 27

Sat: Mar 8, 15, 22

Price: Free for members & $5.00 for non members, coffee included!

Houston Arboretum & Nature Center

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Photo courtesy of Shellee Ashmore