Advancedesign is an approach to architecture that explores all facets of design, meets challenges from fresh perspectives, and helps uncover possibilities that are often overlooked. Advancing how we live, work and interact with our world is Advancedesign. Explore our featured projects and discover how Morris Architects puts Advancedesign into action through planning, processes, technologies and sustainability.
Mitigating risks, controlling costs, avoiding delays and complying with increasingly complex regulations are among the myriad demands facing those who will shape the energy industry’s future. As strategic advisors in the U.S. and abroad, G2 Partners works alongside pipeline operators, utilities and an incredibly diverse, dynamic array of stakeholders to not only overcome daunting obstacles but to boldly embrace emerging opportunities.
Texans fans, J.J. Watt here, you know I’d give you the shirt off my back. Really, I would! Sign up for the Reliant Texans plan and get your own J.J. Watt jersey. Of course, there are other ways you could score one. Yeah ladies, you know what I’m talkin’ bout…
More power to you. Power is much more than electricity. It’s connectivity that makes home more inviting. The promise of enhanced business efficiency. Most of all, it’s the inspiration that comes from our customers, who use power in exciting ways, every day. We are the NRG family of companies. And we invite you to explore everything – and more – that power has to offer.
One could say that Dr. Bruno Gonzato’s children possess a unique inheritance. While most Italian youngsters played football, Dr. Gonzato’s offspring gathered around the forge, where papa taught them techniques that have been employed throughout the storied history of metalsmithing. With the founding of Indital USA, the Gonzato children have brought their papa’s reverence for wrought iron artistry to America. Calling upon the heritage and resources of their parent company in Italy, the Gonzato family today offers more than 10,000 wrought iron products – each richly reflective of a tradition that spans the centuries.
It happens every day, rain or shine. In neighborhoods throughout Greater Houston – and beyond. It begins before sunrise. With dedication. Faith. And a promise to keep pursuing a mission. A mission fueled by generosity. Driven by visionary leaders. And championed by dedicated servants. Because of CHRISTUS Foundation for HealthCare there is hope and healing, for any and for all. The sick. Hungry. Under-served. Overlooked. Those who need healing today. And those who can help us heal tomorrow. Men, women, children and families. Of all faiths and cultures. Every day. More than 60,000 each year. Because these people may have nowhere left to turn, they rely on CHRISTUS Foundation for HealthCare – for essential, high-quality, life-preserving medical and social services. It is a mission manifest in many faces and many places all over the Houston area. Open access to medical care for the sick. Open arms for the homeless. Open hearts for those in addiction’s grip. Comfort for the elderly. Care at school. Compassion throughout the community. Delivery of care to places far away. And to a nearby province of Houston-area parking lots, schools, neighborhoods and senior centers. The dedicated servants of CHRISTUS Foundation for HealthCare know that because of generous donors, their mission is made possible. So they end each day the same way they begin. With dedication. Faith. Thanks for their opportunity to serve. And a promise to keep pursuing a mission. Because we all hurt, we must also all heal. Be a part of the mission.
While it may afford an architect speed, power and efficiency, technology is first and foremost a tool. One that often fails to convey the authentically human experience of three-dimensional space. Clients benefit most when we combine the strengths of technology with what can be seen, touched and encountered in the real world.
Words are immeasurably powerful, elegantly adaptable tools. Indeed, they are whatever we humans make of them. And in many ways, they make us all the more human. Whether spoken, written, explicitly defined or plainly self-evident, words explain and instruct, illuminate and inspire. At Yorkshire Academy, certain words are imbued with exceptional meaning and significance. In the hallways and classrooms of Yorkshire, these words are brought to brilliant life through the actions and achievements of our teachers, staff, students and parents. This collection of words defines Yorkshire’s essence. These are the words that we at Yorkshire Academy live by.
You spread the word. We’ll spread the wealth. Looking for an easy way to brighten up your day? Refer a friend, colleague or family member to NRG Home Solar. Thanks to your company’s participation in the NRG Sustainable Living Program, you can earn $500 every time one of your referrals signs a home solar lease. Haven’t got NRG Home Solar yourself? You can still earn $500 referral rewards. So go ahead, start spreading some sunshine. For your wallet and our world, the rewards can be limitless.
Our nation is home to many of the world’s most recognizable and majestic skylines. Where prestigious highrise residences and shimmering office towers come together to form dynamic real estate markets. Amid America’s exciting, ever-changing cityscapes one real estate services company stands taller than the rest. Armed with a set of capabilities without peer in its industry. A company in a class by itself. A company called Insignia.
A client’s investment can be measured in materials, time and dollars. The architect’s investment is most beneficial when it is personal. Taking assignments to heart, we offer worth through anticipation, responsiveness and passion. Value that extends beyond detailed plans, accurate budgets or even finished products.
Like several U.S. bid cities, Houston far exceeds the basic infrastructure requirements for an Olympic Games. With a robust highway and major thoroughfare system, a new rail system, a strong accommodation network, state-of-the-art technology, the largest medical complex in the world and a security force experienced in protecting world leaders and overseeing large events, Houston is well-equipped to handle events the size of the Olympic and Paralympic Games. Moreover, Houston possesses many additional strengths that are notable and significant for the Games.
Powtectify. Because you asked us to, Reliant is combining power, protection and simplicity like we never have before. With one call or online visit to Reliant, you can get the electricity you need, along with the security your home and family deserve. You might even say Reliant is redefining what it means to have you as our customer.
Connections. They can be very strong. They can be childishly simple. And people are making them every second of every day. But only one of them gives you the power to create and manage productive office environments virtually anywhere in North America.
More than 4,000 issuing offices throughout the United States. Unsurpassed financial strength and stability. Innovative applications that are setting industry standards. And a history of outstanding service spanning over a century. With credentials like this, it’s no wonder Stewart Title is Houston’s top dog among title insurance companies.
“Polly” Mary Catherine Shouse is an amazingly innovative thinker and visionary senior manager with wide-ranging expertise in global institutional and personal asset management. As senior investment advisor to The Mid-Continent Companies’ Employee Benefits Practice, she is backed by nearly four decades of unparalleled expertise in asset allocation strategy. Renowned as a true pioneer of investment management, Polly’s professional center of gravity is with Mellon Capital Management (MCM) in San Francisco, where she served as executive vice president from 1983 to 2008. Under her direction, MCM grew start-up assets of $0 to more than $200 billion. With MCM, Polly serviced more than 20 percent of the institutional investors in the U.S., while also securing MCM’s first clients in Switzerland and Bermuda, blazing new trails through asset allocation across multiple currencies. She was also the first investment manager to arbitrage S&P 500 Stock Index Futures for an ERISA client and Public Find client. Prior to her storied tenure with MCM, Polly served as assistant vice president and senior vice president with Wells Fargo Investment Advisors, where the index fund group was the first to implement the Bank Commingled Fund structure. Many of the Wells Fargo index funds launched by Polly’s team now reside with BlackRock, Wells Nikko and Barclays. Polly’s impressive professional background also includes work with Fairchild Semiconductor, as a scientific programmer in computer aided design. At present, in addition to working in tandem with The Mid-Continent Companies, Polly is principal of Hickory Ridge Associates, LLC and director of global asset allocation for Chilton Capital Management in Houston. A frequent public speaker on investment strategy, Polly is well-entrenched in community work, as a board member or advisor to Yes Prep Public School, CHRISTUS Health Care and the Index Business Association. She also volunteers and aids in fundraising efforts for Memorial Hermann Cardiac Department and the Houston Cizik Eye Clinic of Memorial Hermann Hospital and University of Texas. Polly is a graduate of Stanford University and Stanford University Graduate School of Business.
We’ll handle the Jaguars, Bears and Lions. The Broncos are up to you. The Houston Texans proudly support the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo.
The story of a child’s development can be one of subtle changes and sudden revelations. Indeed, the tale of each child’s growth is remarkably different from the next. Every achievement, trial and winding pathway to progress is what makes your child a remarkable individual. For many children, language and learning differences are part of the journey. While certainly challenging for any family, such distinctions may only signal the approach to a unique road upon which a lifetime of learning is traversed. At The Parish School, we embrace these differences, and through them, work to unlock and inspire the voice inside every child. A child’s sensory systems, memory, motor skills and even handwriting can all be pieces of a developmental puzzle that our instructors and experts can aid in assembling over time. Ultimately, we work to help each child consistently master his or her own voice, through speaking, reading, writing and comprehension. Moreover, we strive to make that voice boldly resonate as part of a child’s personal, social and intellectual identity. We capitalize on children’s existing strengths to help develop confident voices that take shape through new ways of tackling school lessons. Excited voices that express thoughts, feelings, accomplishments and ideas like never before. Beautiful voices that whisper, shout and inquire, all to the amazement of teachers, friends, family. And perhaps most important, voices that speak to the delight of a child’s own ears.
Well boys, would you lookie’ there. After all these years of searchin’, I think we finally found it. The treasure of the Sierra Madre? Nope. The Lost City of Gold? Wrong again, mi amigo. Why don’t you boys just read the sign? Uh, we can’t read. Boys, that sign says Laredo Brothers Steakhouse and Cantina, the new restaurant where you’ll find Texas-sized steaks, along with Mexican favorites like enchiladas and fajitas, the food that made Texas famous. Well I’ll be, would you look at the size of that chicken-fried steak! Well boys, the way I see it, there’s only one thing we can do. Eat? Boys, at Laredo Brothers, we don’t just eat, we Eat Grande! The new Laredo Brothers Steakhouse and Cantina – 1960 at Stuebner Airline, I-45 at Greenspoint Drive and I-45 at Bay Area Boulevard. Laredo Brothers. Don’t just eat, Eat Grande!
Much like The Odyssey of Homer, the sale of your business is a journey unlike any other. Rich in opportunities. Rife with temptations, perilous decisions and hidden dangers. Choosing the best course requires wisdom born of experience. And if you’re to reach a destination that satisfies epic aspirations, expert counsel and assistance are essential. Before setting sail, talk to DeBellas & Co. We’re the nation’s leader in merger, acquisition and financial advisory services for staffing and information technology services firms. Unsurpassed exposure to the market gives DeBellas & Co. access to unique insights, valuable contacts and trusted confidants. Our uncommon understanding of your highly specialized enterprise translates into a greater number of enticing opportunities. Ultimately, you possess a strategic advantage in securing the price, payment structure and protective covenants you desire. At DeBellas & Co., securing top value for staffing and information technology companies is both art and science. Find out how we can help make a masterwork of your transaction.
Advancedesign is an approach to architecture that explores all facets of design, meets challenges from fresh perspectives, and helps uncover possibilities that are often overlooked. Advancing how we live, work and interact with our world is Advancedesign. Explore our featured projects and discover how Morris Architects puts Advancedesign into action through planning, processes, technologies and sustainability.
From New York City, over the Rockies and all the way out to Hollywood, traveling the open road is an American tradition and so is taking care of the cars and trucks we drive. To keep whatever you’re driving running strong, count on Slick 50 Engine Treatment. Slick 50 chemically bonds Teflon to your engine’s vital parts, protecting them from metal-on-metal wear at start-up, when motor oil is in the pan, not in your engine. America, pour in Slick 50 Engine Treatment the next time you change your oil. It’s street-smart science you can believe in. And no matter times you stop for cherry pie at Ellie’s Diner in Omaha, you’ll keep moving, mile after mile.
Christmas. Hanukkah. Kwanzaa. The way I see it, during the holidays, we’re all celebratin’ somethin’. Peace on earth, good will and … oh yeah … cranberry sauce. Dang, I love the way that stuff just slides out of the can.
If you’re looking for a truly unique university, we’ve got two words for you: road trip. The university experience you’ve been pining for is at UT Tyler. Located about 95 miles from Dallas and 200 from Houston, UT Tyler is nestled in the piney woods of East Texas. With 200 acres of trees, wooded trails and beautiful Harvey Lake, the UT Tyler campus provides a truly down-to-early setting for higher learning. As part of the esteemed University of Texas System, UT Tyler delivers a personalized educational experience at an affordable price. Choose from more than 90 challenging academic programs, all at an exceptional value. Whether you’re days, hours or minutes from campus, one of life’s most exciting excursions awaits you at UT Tyler.
Three decades ago, driven by an unquenchable entrepreneurial sprit, pure adrenaline and good-old-fashioned Yankee Ingenuity, William Van Pelt, III acquired the business we know today as The Mid-Continent Companies. From the outset, Bill looked upon a competitive landscape studded with seemingly endless opportunities. Each peak and valley revealing grand prospects and equally daunting challenges. With every fork in the road, he plotted the course for his business, which meticulously evolved from volume-driven operation to carefully crafted client-driven practice. And throughout The Mid-Continent Companies’ long journey, Bill came to know that one tried-and-true maxim always applied, and still applies today: “the only constant is change.” In his years at the firm’s helm, Bill has masterfully preserved and propagated the vision of a truly exceptional enterprise, now proudly reflected in the eyes of his sons and the shining achievements of nearly 20 talented team members. What was once a workman-like trade – seemingly bound by shoe leather and championed by an efficiently marshaled sales force – is now a cadre of expert consultants, assembled under a banner emblazoned with the hues of stewardship, fellowship and relationships with esteemed customers, partners and confidants. Today, the leaders of The Mid-Continent Companies stand poised to take the next steps in this exciting journey. Time, experience and the wisdom of our founder have taught us well: ours is not an odyssey that should be approached hastily, nor a pathway that should be traversed alone. In the coming months, The Mid-Continent Companies will join forces with some of our region’s most esteemed navigators of business best practices so that we may reach for new, open frontiers. Most important, each and every man and woman who define what The Mid-Continent Companies is today, has been called to join the caravan. Side by side, we will advance to create what The Mid-Continent Companies can become, across all of our tomorrows.
Are you ready to get out there and take on the world? Take action. Take the bull by the horns. Take liberties. Take a leap of faith. Take a chance. Take a page out of a new book; maybe even write your own. Take the kids to practice, the dog to the park and the car to the shop. Take it easy. Take a breath. Take a ten-minute vacation. Take a hike. Heck, take two months off, if you can. Take a shot in the dark. Take a crack at something. Take a lickin’ and keep on tickin’. How much more can you take? Take my word for it. Just take it as it comes, but don’t take anything lying down. And always, always take life one day at a time. Introducing Reliant Takecharge. For a limited time, get a free Takecharge station and two free Takecharge power packs with any Reliant 12-month electricity plan. And Takecharge wherever life takes you.
We’re right there with hue. NRG Energy Center Pittsburgh salutes the Green Building Alliance and this year’s Emerald Evening Honorees. We’re proud to share your passion for a healthier, greener, more sustainable future.
There is no greater investment, none with more certain return, than an investment in the future of our children. Truly, an investment in our next generation. An investment that offers no inherent risk and immeasurable reward for us all. As an advocate and steward for our next generation, Collaborative for Children works every day to assure that your investments of time, talents and dollars are best allocated to our children and those professionals who help them grow. Collaborative for Children partners with families, education and care providers, businesses and community-based groups to build a strong educational foundation for young children to succeed in school and life. Why early education and care? Because nurturing a young mind is the most efficient and effective way to assure that our investment in the next generation – and indeed, the investment in our collective future – pays the highest dividends.
Faced with today’s younger, smarter, more ruthless criminal element, the new Crime Stoppers complex will exemplify the spirit of concerned citizens who are zealously fighting back. When we band together and remain vigilant, our community cannot only work to solve crimes, but can take steps necessary to preserve the safety of ourselves and our loved ones, long before crimes occur. While standing as a beacon of justice, the advanced Crime Stoppers facility will help fortify and streamline programs designed to keep Houston safe. Along with the famed Crime Stoppers TipLine (713-222-TIPS), these community-driven, grass-roots initiatives include the Safe School Program (SSP), Mothers Against Crime and Safe Community Program. Moreover, thanks to the Crime Stoppers Fallen Hero Project, when an officer or fire fighter is injured or killed in the line of duty as the result of felonious crime, Crime Stoppers’ anonymous cash reward will double through the generous support of the 100 Club. As we build new walls, Crime Stoppers will also once again break barriers and quell fears that have long hindered law enforcement. Always preserving anonymity of tipsters and encouraging crime- prevention efforts in every corner of our community, with your support, Crime Stoppers stands ready to operate more efficiently and effectively than ever before.
Texans know a good deal when they see one. Take for instance the Reliant Rodeo plan. You’ll get a low electricity price and a free pair of Justin Boots, just for switching to Reliant. It’s a one-of-a-kind plan made for the best event in the biggest state. Because around these parts, we don’t count Alaska.
Change is in the air. Since our founding in 1946, Iweco has grown from a small Houston-based industrial supply company into Texas’ largest independent provider of gas products, equipment, services and expertise. In celebration of a 50-year history of companies doming together under the Iweco banner, we proudly announce our new name and corporate identity. Iweco is now Aeriform, an enterprise committed to excelling in all that we do. The Aeriform mark depicts both gaseous dispersion and the stability of our organization. Its bold blue color represents the purity of our products and the bright, stable future that lies ahead for our employees, our partners and those we serve. Whenever or wherever you see this symbol, you will be assured of quality products, timely delivery, safe practices and Pure Service.
Because an uninsured mother struggles to sustain the health of her children. Because a newborn cannot greet the world with a smile. Because without somewhere to turn, the bonds of addiction are often too strong to be broken. Because of these reasons and countless more, CHRISTUS Foundation for HealthCare works to offer men, women and children of all faiths, ages and cultures access to high-quality medical services. And because of your support, by the end of this year, more than 50,000 disadvantaged people will receive the assistance they so desperately need. Because we all hurt, we must also heal. Because so many need us, we need you.
We are more than employees. We’re ambassadors. And the people we serve are more than customers. They’re our neighbors in the communities we call home. Where we do more than donate. Where we give from the heart. We’re more than suppliers. We are stewards. Of the energy that’s essential today and the innovations that are shaping tomorrow. Together, we are more than coworkers. We’re caretakers. Embracing a brand, a culture and a cause more powerful than megawatts.
What is the meaning of life? The chicken or the egg? If a tree falls in the forest…? Some questions are eternal. While others, like those about your energy needs, have answers. All it takes is the courage to ask. You’ve heard from us. Let us hear from you. Ask us any burning, nagging or challenging question about your institution’s energy future. We’ll promptly respond with ways that energy – and NRG – can best serve you. As for the meaning of life? Even our power has its limitations.
It’s not the climb that will take your breath away. With each stair step, the craftsmanship of a Lovett Home begins to reveal itself in unparalleled fashion. Where style meets substance. Where luxury meets utility. And where breathtaking discoveries are made every day – and every time you’re welcomed home.
Producing finished lubricants ready to meet the demands of the 21st century means starting with a base oil engineered for tomorrow. That’s why today, Conoco is introducing the finest base oils in our hundred-year history. With them, the future of lubricant manufacturing is about to take on an entirely new look. Our distinctive water-white Pure Performance Base Oils are the result of the industry’s most advanced hydrocracking and catalytic dewaxing technologies. This process converts crude oil components into lubricants free of virtually all impurities and aromatics. Uniform composition, low toxicity, high oxidative stability and superior demulsibility make Conoco Pure Performance Base Oils the ideal building blocks for your finished lubricants.
Within the universe of convention and exposition centers, there’s big, there’s bigger, there’s biggest. Then there’s Reliant Center in Houston. Where adaptability, hospitality and distinction are all Texas-sized. A place where any event, large or small, can become a happening of epic proportions. At Reliant Center, education, entertainment, trade, commerce and competition come together in unsurpassed fashion. Offering guests 1.4 million square feet of configurable space, Reliant Center affords absolute flexibility in its form, function, capacity and technological connectivity. From international gatherings to the most awe-inspiring performances, the boundless configurations of Reliant Center can be sized, shaped and appointed to fit your needs.
So you’ve got some leftovers. Now hold up ‘pardner. Step away from the plastic wrap. That wispy see-thru stuff’s not gonna’ seal the deal. You know what will? Tin foil. Heavy duty. Makes some fine gift wrap, too. Scrunch it up, don’t even need tape.
Both art and science, employee benefits management in its highest form is a strategic endeavor. By defining objectives, developing an action plan and engaging in ongoing evaluations, The Mid-Continent Companies can help you enrich the role employee benefits management plays in your business. Our insurance advisors assist in identifying activities that drive claims frequency, curtail costs and promote a healthier work environment. Moreover, Mid-Continent shapes retirement and executive benefits plans that proactively address the evolving interests of both sponsors and beneficiaries.
Think your workout is tough? Try carrying the weight of the world on your shoulders. Your exercise routine might be demanding, but for many Houston-area families who rely on YMCA Partners, life’s daily challenges prove to be a much heavier load.
Through a window of his spartan office inside a construction-site trailer, E. E. Reed Construction senior superintendent Bill Sciba observes progress on the new Gyrodata building. When complete, this property in northwest Houston will encompass sophisticated manufacturing, testing and storage facilities for Gyrodata’s highly complex and extremely sensitive oil-field exploration components. “It’s a big responsibility to build a multimillion dollar project like this,” says Sciba. “It’s not my first rodeo, but I’m still proud the boss has faith in me.” It’s no surprise that Gene Reed holds Bill in high regard. After all, Bill was literally at Gene’s side when E.E. Reed was founded in 1976. “We opened our office with nothing, made desks from old doors and used paper bags for waste baskets,” recalls Sciba. “Our first job was building cabinets for a church in Stafford, Texas. That was job number one hundred. Gyrodata is job 1539 .” In the years since shuttling between a small office on Westheimer and E.E. Reed’s ever-expanding jobs in the field, Bill’s responsibilities have continued to grow. “Along with building, I manage all the equipment on every site,” he says. “I’ve also mentored many superintendents in our ranks. And when our in-house project managers are looking to make a job more efficient, I’m there to help.” If any man can claim to “have seen it all” in the construction game, it’s Bill Sciba. Today he ponders an industry where economic recession has resulted in a highly competitive contractor market, while project timelines relentlessly accelerate. “Now more than ever, time is money, every job is fast-tracked,” he says. “Schedules are so compressed that we have to be prepared for anything.” Case in point: at the Gyrodata site, a contingency plan was rapidly developed for installation of three 18,000-pound underground vertical pipes that serve as bases for gyro-testing platforms. This involved 12-foot-deep excavation and tons of concrete. Bill’s plan: halt second floor construction, call in a 60-ton crane and get it done. “No matter what, you do what’s right for the client and the job. That’s my code of ethics,” Bill concludes. “I call it code red. And if one of my crew doesn’t follow it, he answers to me.”
The heartbeat of any building resonates within its walls. It is here that people are empowered, enterprises are built and brilliant ideas come buzzing to life. This belief inspires our precise crafting of commercial interiors. Where most often, what one sees, touches, hears and experiences makes a well-built project truly exceptional.
It’s all about Details. At least that’s what Robert Newman would have you believe. This one-time editor is now design director for Details magazine, with an illustrious past that includes similar stints at The Village Voice, Entertainment Weekly, Guitar World, New York and The Rocket in Seattle. Listen as he offers a month-by-month, blow-by-blow account of his life as a high-profile editorial designer in The Big Apple. Gasp as he describes agonizing photo shoots with the likes of Jennifer Aniston, Matt Damon and a scantily clad Elizabeth Hurley. And be awe-struck as he waxes nostalgic to recent days past, when he fashioned fantastic, award-winning spreads with a virtually unlimited design budget. But be warned. Parental discretion is advised.
An astoundingly accomplished pioneer in social work research and education, Dr. Allen Rubin joined UH-GCSW in 2013 after more than three decades as a University of Texas faculty member. He has served as president of the Society of Social Work and Research, received a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Council on Social Work Education and authored a best-selling textbook, Research Methods for Social Work, which can be found at roughly 40 percent of social work schools. “After I got my master’s degree in 1969 and began working, I saw very little research based evidence of effectiveness surrounding social work and mental health practices,” says Dr. Rubin. This realization prompted him to earn a Ph.D. in 1976, launching a now celebrated career dedicated to research methodology and the efficacy of social service programs, policies and interventions. Today, much of Dr. Rubin’s work centers on bridging the gap between experimental outcomes and those realized in everyday practice. “Real world conditions typically make it impossible to achieve results as good as those seen in rigorous studies. Ideally, we can maximize the degree to which satisfactory results are achieved in the field, where there are often limited resources or intervention opportunities.” An immense source of knowledge and insight for students and faculty members alike, Dr. Rubin envisions a day when UH-GCSW sets a bold standard for social work education, focusing an entire doctoral curriculum on evidence-based practice.
It’s just about that time of year again, when the skies get a bit brighter, birds sound a bit sweeter and a young man’s thoughts turn to 99-cent chalupas from Taco Bell. Baby can we see other people? No? Well, can we get some 99-cent Taco Bell Chalupas? We can? Sweet! At just 99 cents, you’re sure to fall in love with the Taco Bell Chalupa. Choose from Supreme, Nacho Cheese or Baja toppings, all with seasoned beef, lettuce, tomato and cheese wrapped in a crispy, chewy Chalupa shell. Baby, I’ve got something very important to ask you. Will you complete me? Will you pass me another Chalupa? It’s a Taco Bell Chalupa love fest for just 99 cents. Why am I down on one knee? I’m sorry baby, I just dropped my napkin. Ow! Baby, that hurts! For 99-cent Chalupa value and flavor that’ll have you falling head over heels, Think Outside the Bun.
The University of Houston Graduate College of Social Work, established in 1967, has grown from modest beginnings into a nationally renowned graduate and doctoral program. Today UH-GCSW stands poised to become a global destination for those who will define social work’s future. UH-GCSW is the #1 Ranked College at the University of Houston, which is recognized as a Tier One research university and designated a Hispanic-Serving Institution. UH-GCSW mirrors the diversity of Houston, the nation’s 4th most populous city, home to more than two million residents, global industries, acclaimed arts venues, deep-rooted ethnic communities and the world-renowned Texas Medical Center. Our MSW and Ph.D. students hail from near and far, embodying an astounding array of origins, ages, experiences, outlooks and aspirations. Moreover, UH-GCSW is home to many of social work’s boldest, most-esteemed scholars, including a Nobel Peace Prize winner, an author of two New York Times Bestsellers and the preeminent authority on social work research methodology. As an autonomous college housed in a dedicated facility, UH-GCSW preserves a dynamic, efficient, resource-rich environment, which supports inspired academics, leading-edge research, authentic community outreach and enduring relationships among those who study, teach and empower social work’s enduring promise.
We are everywhere. On the playground. Behind a cash register. Across the avenue. In the mirror. We Are All Crime Stoppers. As citizen-heroes, we promise to keep our community safe and thwart dastardly deeds before they can occur. Yet as Crime Stoppers, we can always do more. Together, through collective generosity and a spirit of shared responsibility, we can build a new Crime Stoppers of Houston headquarters. An advanced command center designed to set bold new standards for delivering justice. A facility energized by the commitment of a community standing tall against crime. And a first-ever Crime Stoppers home that will help make Houston a safer place to live, learn, work and play.
A research subject doesn’t readily drink, smoke or use drugs in a traditional lab. The environment is incongruent with these behaviors. This stark, simple realization inspired creation of the Virtual Reality Clinical Research Laboratory. Researchers have long attempted to emulate real-world conditions through role-playing, videos or even physical construction of staged settings, but these methods are not genuine enough to produce meaningful results. Our lab is built upon the premise that both substances and environments engender cravings. For this reason, we engineer the most realistic settings and scenarios possible. We partner with field agency professionals and forerunners in virtual reality technologies to craft virtual cocktail bars, parties or drug dens imbued with incredible degrees of finely tuned detail – reflections in facets of an ice cube, the aroma of smoke, authentically tattooed avatars. In service to the social work profession and those it benefits, we are poised to venture as far as technology takes us.
The new office: a lesson in starting out, with McCoy Rental. Well mom, here we are, my new office. Oh Walter, I am so proud of you, go ahead open it up. Ok. Well, what do you think? Ummm, it’s so open, so cavernous. Yep, it’s the new minimalist look. Honey, what is that way over there in the distance? Oh that? It’s the only piece of office furniture I’ll ever need, a cutting-edge office chair, the Ergonomico 2000! So no conference table? Too stuffy. No reception desk? And taint the understated motif? Oh honey listen, just because you’re starting out doesn’t mean you can’t afford a lot of great office furniture. Call McCoy Rental. Mom’s right Walter, turn that echo chamber into an office. McCoy, Houston’s premier office furnishings dealer, rents. McCoy Rental, office furnishing for a day or a decade.
Building upon our proven experience and uncommon expertise, HealthCare Cable engineers and maintains customized systems with a proven track record of reliability throughout our nation’s hospitals and healthcare facilities. Moreover, our systems are built with only the most advanced components, to ensure that your installation remains adaptable, robust and beneficial for years to come.
With the Federal Communications Commission awarding the 2 GHz microwave band to personal communications service operators, Shell Offshore Services Telecommunications Group is pioneering digital technology that will provide affordable Gulf-to-shore links for offshore operators and service companies. Utilization of this innovative, secure system will allow users to leverage the power of advanced telecommunications, today and tomorrow. The voice, data and video capabilities available to you operate on a Gulf-wide 6 GHz digital microwave system. This revolutionary “self-healing” network is protected by route diversity, virtually eliminating the chance of a break in your communications to and from shore and among field locations. A storm-secured Shell Offshore Services network management hub in New Orleans and redundant emergency back-up systems keep your communications up and running, even in the event of a Gulf evacuation.
A hundred years in lubrication research and nothing to show for it. Since we virtually eliminated aromatics and other impurities, our new Pure Performance™ Base Oils are not much to look at. But their unsurpassed purity, low toxicity, uniform composition, high oxidative stability and superior demulsibility really make them something to see. Conoco Pure Performance™ Base Oils. The difference is perfectly clear.
Integrity? Professionalism? Results? Whatever Null-Lairson means to you, our new name still says it all. Since 1975, you’ve known us as Null-Lairson P.C., Certified Public Accountants. As of May 1, 2012, we are Whitley Penn. Our name has changed, but the service, quality and valued clients that define us will endure. What’s in a name? Everything you’ve come to expect from one of Houston’s premier accounting firms – and more.
Like that chain of paperclips on your desk. Or a handshake. There are simple solutions to complex problems. That’s the inspiration behind FacilitiLink. A peerless alliance of premier office furnishings dealers. And a resource like you’ve never had before. It’s simple. Your local FacilitiLink hub is the connection to nearly 80 locations across North America. So with one call you can work anywhere. Just the way you want to. And with unsurpassed efficiency. Plus, every FacilitLink member is selected to guarantee consistency from Manhattan to Melrose. FacilitiLink answers a gauntlet of questions. How do I lower my costs? Can I be in a dozen locations at once? Who’s got the ticket to increasing return on my investment? With FacilitiLink’s virtual database and automated Job Profiler, you can control an entire continent of assets – furnishings, space, even personnel – from the comfort of your office chair. And the systems are so intuitive all levels of management can master them. Even the highest. Suddenly, you’re everywhere. Simple yet sophisticated. And when you’re company’s churning, your stomach isn’t. All because you made one simple connection. You called FacilitiLink.
Welcome to Security by Reliant. This quick-set-up guide will help you understand the basics of your new security system. You’ll also learn about features designed to make your home more comfortable, manageable and energy efficient. In other words, the way you’ve always wanted it. Because at Reliant, we’re just like you. Totally one of a kind.
Nestled within Cinco Ranch Village Center, Veranda at Cinco Ranch is a truly exceptional office address. Designed to complement azure and emerald surroundings, Veranda at Cinco Ranch promises the perfect combination of accessibility, office amenities and open-air aesthetics.
Since our founding in 1886, the YMCA of Greater Houston – now one of the world’s largest chapters – has helped shape the Y’s global mission by putting Judeo-Christian principles into practice; building healthy spirits, minds and bodies for all. A particularly vital embodiment of this mission is our YMCA Partners program. When you become a YMCA Partner, your generous contributions help keep children safe, help young families grow, and help empower people in all corners of our community. Equally important, your gifts support future generations of men, women and children who will seek the life-changing rewards of YMCA membership for themselves and those they love. We invite you to learn more about YMCA Partners and the Houstonians who benefit from your generosity. This is their story and yours. It’s a tale told for 125 years and one we hope is repeated again and again for generations to come.
Professionals of The Carruth Center specialize in developmental assessment and therapeutic services for children. Yet we endeavor, first and foremost, to form connections that enhance the lives of our client families. We listen. We discuss. We learn. Ultimately, we understand that each child is amazingly unique and that each family requires a distinct spirit of support. Years of experience have taught professionals of The Carruth Center that when our children succeed, families can grow stronger. Originally known as The Diagnostic Treatment and Training Center, our facility was established to provide Parish School families with access to individual speech therapy. In 1993, we were renamed The Carruth Center, in tribute to the patronage of Ethel G. Carruth and her family. Today The Carruth Center offers a full array of assessment and therapeutic services to families throughout our community.
For children whose daily routines – or even entire lifetimes – have been defined by the grueling physical and psychological demands of cancer and its treatment, “the great outdoors” may be more akin to an abstract idea than an easy encounter. From inside the rigid walls of a hospital room, treatment facility or oncologist’s office, a child’s window on the world is fogged by war with disease, open only to fleeting glimpses of what awaits outside. By nature, every child is curious, inquisitive and eager to explore. Yet despite seemingly boundless access to technology, media, entertainment and information, nothing sparks a child’s inherent sense of adventure quite like a chorus of birds at sunrise, the unbridled rush of white water, or a tapestry of diamonds in the night sky. Wonders such as these, and countless more, await at the Teton Science Schools, home to The Children’s Grand Adventure. This pioneering nonprofit program welcomes young cancer survivors to Jackson Hole, Wyoming for a nine-day immersion in one of our nation’s most majestic natural settings. Conquering cancer requires climbing a summit that a relative few will ever traverse. The Children’s Grand Adventure inspires youngsters who have made this trek to continue their journeys in a truly life-affirming direction.
Treatments, medication, test, after test, after test. Time away from school, family, friends. The fight against cancer can take a lot from a child. But it can also leave space waiting to be filled. With a thirst for independence, a new sense of direction, a fresh perspective on the future. And even in the darkest times, a feeling you can make it through anything. I’m George Bember. When I was 16, I beat cancer. Today, I help guide others like me who have conquered cancer, and are invited to take part in the experience of a lifetime – The Children’s Grand Adventure.
Great minds think a four-year degree can lead to great things for decades to come. Great minds think about great careers in enterprise, engineering, medicine, the arts. Great minds think big. And great minds think small – at a university where one-on-one attention from prestigious scholars can lead to a great future. Great minds think about the great rewards that can come with earning a college diploma. Great minds also think a few years on campus don’t have to add up to a lifetime of debt. Great minds think all this and more, at a university offering more than 80 great academic programs at a great value. Great minds think best when they have a great place to learn. In a great natural setting, surrounded by thick pine and oak forests. Great minds think globally, alongside friends representing 41 states and 35 nations. Great minds think of the prestige that comes with a degree from the great University of Texas System. Great minds, like yours. Great minds think University of Texas at Tyler.
There are myriad opportunities, and perhaps more unknown perils, for those charged with overseeing their family’s wealth, estate plans and business-succession strategies. At The Mid-Continent Companies, we intimately understand these challenges, because we have faced them ourselves. Since 1983, ours has remained a closely held family business. Upon this foundation, Mid-Continent has engineered a professional consultative practice, finely attuned for decades to meet the needs of today’s family-controlled private or public company owner.
The only laboratory of its kind in the social work field, the UH-GCSW Virtual Reality Clinical Research Laboratory advances the study of human behavior in astounding ways. Established in 2002 under the expert guidance of visionary researcher and Associate Dean for Research, Dr. Patrick Bordnick, the lab immerses subjects in virtual environments that are highly conducive to the study of addiction, mental health disorders and coping strategies. Utilizing highly advanced hardware and software, researchers bring incredibly realistic locations, sights, sounds, smells and tactile sensations to life. Providing “best-of-both-worlds” opportunities for study, the advanced facility bridges the gap between laboratory controls and real-world situations. While researchers oversee, observe and measure the cognitive and behavioral mechanisms of phenomena such as addiction and relapse, true-to-life environments and encounters enable research subjects to learn more about triggers and temptations. Social work practitioners and therapists can also join in virtual sessions, helping subjects to refine coping skills. Frequently employed in research surrounding alcoholism, nicotine and drug addiction, the lab quite literally makes virtually anything possible, such as study of food cravings, combat-related post-traumatic stress and hostage-negotiation techniques.
Anyone can have a vision. But it often takes the right partner, with the right resources, to bring foresight to fruition. That’s why corporate clients and developers call on E.E. Reed. We offer expertise that spans the breadth of design and construction, while we see every build-to-suit project through the prism of possibility.
Silver. Throughout history, this precious, lustrous metal has symbolized purity, eloquence and wisdom. This year, in celebration of our 25th Anniversary, we invite you to behold silver in a whole new light. Welcome to The Woodlands Silver Showcase of Homes. You’ll explore and experience a sterling collection of 25 retreats that is as brilliant as it is beautiful.
Established in 2014, The Wendy Wagner Foundation for Funding Creativity empowers and embraces artists working across a wide array of disciplines and in all stages of professional development. Preserving the spirit, vision and legacy of its namesake, the Foundation provides scholarships, grants, project support and emergency healthcare resources to those who color our world.
Complexities in government are high, often because of fragmented IT environments utilizing disparate platforms, myriad software applications and legacy systems. Further, most government agencies struggle to maintain IT staffing levels and training budgets necessary to service and support infrastructures and operations. Because of constant pressure to achieve more with less, government entities should ideally employ a solid, Web-enabled Compaq platform with solutions that serve the entire population of constituents, even those few without online access.
Diverse deliciousness. That’s one way to describe American food. And at USA Cafe, you’ll only find the best of the bounty. Our menu is a tasty sampling of the nation’s favorite fare, along with some original house specialties you won’t find anywhere else. From starters to steaks, sandwiches to sides, drinks to desserts, every dish we serve is good for your constitution.
Your child is the very embodiment of growth. Each day, every split second, changing and developing in remarkable ways. Some readily measurable, others virtually imperceptible. Yet all critical to the fertile mind, body and spirit of a child who will one day make a bold mark in our world. At Annunciation Orthodox School, we work to ensure that every youngster blossoms in a nurturing environment where students are taught – first and foremost – a passion for learning. Where the rewards of risk far outweigh the fear of failure. And where the most important growth occurs in ways that cannot be measured in inches, printed on report cards, or illuminated across a scoreboard. Since 1970, AOS has itself grown to rank among Houston’s most acclaimed independent schools – and today the AOS family is thriving. Our future is brighter than ever. Exciting things are happening in our classrooms, while graduates continue to achieve the exceptional. Opportunities as vast as your child’s potential abound at AOS. Come grow with us.
Every day, in the war against hunger, poverty, addiction, abuse and despair, new battle lines are drawn. Inside the home. On the streets. Across the body. And within the deepest reaches of the heart. Amid this ceaseless campaign, soldiers of The Salvation Army never hesitate to take the offensive. Our warriors keep vigilant guard, mount a tireless attack and promise to emerge victorious. In 1996, thanks to many generous donors, volunteers and a host of corporate and community partners, the Houston Metropolitan Area Command of The Salvation Army took a number of triumphant strides forward. With your time, talents, dollars, gifts in kind and the Lord at our side, we marched farther than ever before into the shattered households and merciless streets where our ministry is needed most. Thanks to you, we were truly an army on the move.
While your customers constantly stop and start, come and go, your parking operation must keep moving in one direction to achieve higher profitability. Reaching your destination depends on the availability, accuracy and integrity of data from your facilities. The key to unlocking the information you need is IntegraPark Software.
Tex-Isle’s advanced facility in George West, Texas provides customers operating nationwide many measurable benefits. In addition to procuring OCTG and line pipe from numerous domestic suppliers, the George West complex receives overseas mill orders through the nearby Port of Corpus Christi, further enhancing the logistical advantages of an already stellar site.
At 2:10 a.m. on Saturday, September 13, 2008, Hurricane Ike made landfall in Galveston, Texas. A strong category two storm, Ike’s winds regularly approached 100 miles per hour and reached as far as 120 miles inland. It would be several hours before Ike’s complete ferocity would strike Houston’s Interstate-10 Energy Corridor, but for E.E. Reed project superintendent Ben Joiner and his crew at Energy Tower II, the battle against Mother Nature’s brutal offspring had long since begun. “Work was underway on the eighth floor when it became clear Ike was headed our way. The north-side wall was in place, but we couldn’t get the south side poured quickly enough. We literally had to weather the storm,” says Joiner. “We used practically every piece of material and machinery on hand to brace the south-side forms against the gusts, but it wasn’t enough. The forms collapsed.” Despite the setback, and Ike’s impact on every E. E. Reed crew member’s home and family, 90 percent of the Energy Tower II team was back on the job Monday after the storm. “Actually, our schedule had been upset long before Ike. During excavation, we uncovered the foundation of a school that previously occupied the property. That discovery alone cost us a month-and-a-half,” recalls Joiner. Both natural and man-made delays were steadily overcome by crews who put in months of extra hours and weekend work. Ultimately the owner’s hard deadline was met, with tenants moving into the shimmering 17-story, class-A office property in early 2010. But the story of Energy Tower II doesn’t end there, because it’s a story that actually began in 1998. “My first job with E.E. Reed was as superintendent on Energy Tower I,” says Joiner. “Ten years later, when the owner decided it was time for a second tower, the E.E. Reed team that built the first project was still here and handpicked for the job. Such a high degree of loyalty among owner, contractor and project team is rare these days, but it’s the kind of commitment that defines every job at E.E. Reed.”
“I can still feel that first breath. I had never been in air so fresh before,” says Reno Dominguez. That was 2009, when Reno first arrived at The Children’s Grand Adventure. Only four years earlier, in June of 2005, Reno was diagnosed with Stage II Hodgkin’s Lymphoma. Today, Reno is a thriving student and formidable defensive lineman at his high school in Katy, Texas, as well as a two-time Grand Adventure participant. Along with recalling the sweet Wyoming air that filled his lungs, Reno cherishes memories of camping in Yellowstone National Park, forging new friendships and sharing in the spirit of independence he observed among wolves in their natural habitat. “I’m ready for another Grand Adventure,” he says. “But before I return, I want to make sure other kids who have beaten cancer can go first.”
In 1964, the Houston Astrodome opened to worldwide acclaim, with a design so revolutionary and advanced, it became the standard by which all following stadiums were measured. “The Dome,” at one time a marvel of engineering and design, quickly took its rightful place as a major point of pride for Houston, rightfully earning the title “Eighth Wonder of The World.”
Dr. Luis Torres is an incredibly passionate ambassador for UH-GCSW. In his words, “We not only serve the community, we are the community.” A native of Puerto Rico, he earned his Ph.D. in clinical psychology from Fordham University in Bronx, New York. Joining the UH-GCSW faculty in 2008, Dr. Torres conducts vital research on health disparities impacting the Latino population. A vanguard for international outreach, borders cannot confine Dr. Torres’ definition of the word community. “Houston is a major gateway to Latin America, yet until recently, we had no study abroad program in the region.” In 2013, Dr. Torres and students closed the distance themselves, launching the Latin American Initiative, with field studies and university alliances established in El Salvador and Bolivia. It is Dr. Torres’ hope that the Latin American Initiative not only grows, but continues to illuminate issues close to home. “Houston’s Latino community faces many challenges. With a greater understanding of these phenomena in the countries of origin, we are better equipped to address them in our backyard.”
Heals on wheels. Because of cost, distance or simply the inability to leave their neighborhoods, many Houstonians remain a long way from the healthcare they so desperately need. Thankfully, the CHRISTUS Healthy Living Mobile Clinic delivers healing where it is needed most.
Good designers put layout elements in their proper places. Knowing how to draw attention to what’s most important is based upon an inherent understanding of visual hierarchy. Proper application of visual hierarchy takes advantage of ways people naturally process visual information. All cultures read top down and the majority read left to right. Text-heavy content is typically scanned in an “F” pattern, while a corner-oriented “Z” pattern reveals itself in mediums where content is lighter. People also read what’s largest first. Putting this knowledge into practice, layouts at Reliant adhere to an orderly flow; moving from top to bottom, large to small, benefit to feature. Large headlines draw a reader’s attention and communicate what matters most. Smaller subheads can support the headline theme and help organize information. Body text is the place for granular details. Building upon this tiered approach, use of color, contrast, open space, imagery and visual-processing knowledge can enhance the allure of our most critical layout elements.
Form + Function. Style + Substance. Inside + Out. The professionals of Scott + Reid know that combining attention to detail with attunement to client needs is a proven, highly successful formula. Since our founding in 1992, it’s a combination that has helped Scott + Reid grow to become one of the largest privately owned construction firms in Texas. That’s in addition to consistently ranking among our region’s most esteemed builders of high-end commercial interiors and branded offices. Simply put, partnering with Scott + Reid is always a plus for your project.
On any given Saturday, a heated basketball game near the grounds of southwest Houston’s Welch Middle School is commonplace. In 1989 on those storied and simmering blacktop courts, a different kind of contest occurred – one that would impact the lives of young men throughout Houston for decades, even lifetimes, to come. On this given Saturday, a pair of youngsters approached two older players with a brash but simple challenge. “You lose, you buy us pizza.” Although the more seasoned teammates – Roynell Young and Mike Anderson – emerged victorious, they graciously purchased lunch, opting to swap stories, spend time and share wisdom with their young combatants. What began as a friendly wager became a chance for Roynell and Mike to fulfill a purpose. For years, the longtime friends had sought a way to positively impact the lives of young men from the inner city. Thanks to a game of hoops, an extra-large pepperoni pie and a willingness to listen, Roynell and Mike had seized upon their golden opportunity. On this given Saturday, ProVision was born.
Pssssst. Hey you – average American – listen up. I’ve got a message for you. Even though the next presidential election isn’t for another four years, I figured now was as good a time as any to start politicking. And I’ve got three words for you: Write. In. Candidate. When you step into that booth on November 7th, 2000, cast your vote for USA Cafe. The new restaurant in downtown Ft. Worth. They’ve got a menu with great grub from all over America, an in-house brew pub, something called a cyber bar and the best service north, south, east and west of the Mississippi. It’s an eating, drinking and entertainment experience that’s good for your constitution. One that deserves nothing less than a seat in the White House. So if you see me in the street, just wink. I’m the guy in the powdered wig and USA Cafe T-shirt. And remember, in 2000, vote USA Cafe. The way I see it, if nothing else, we’ll cream the Libertarians. USA Cafe, 425 Commerce Street in Ft. Worth’s Sundance Square. Join the Party.
Hey Houston, it’s your main man Matthew. I’d like to introduce you to Reliant’s freshly minted branding campaign: a little somethin’ we call “Life Switched On.” Did I say a “little” somethin’? Truth be told, Life Switched On is a mass-branding, multi-channel, whole kit-and-caboodle kinda’ somethin’. We‘re talking social media, radio, outdoor, PR, e-mail, web, employee-and-community engagement. Not to mention some pretty sweet Life Switched On TV spots you’ll sneak-peek shortly. So what is Life Switched On, exactly? Powering, protecting and simplifying lives for generations to come. That’s Life Switched On. Winning hearts and minds across Texas. That’s Life Switched On. Speaking the language of our customers. Ilumina la vida, baby. How ‘bout chowing down with your buds at a tailgate, on the company’s dime. Eat hearty, haus. Reliant’s servin’ up a heapin’ helpin’ of L-S-O to you, too. The marketing-types call Life Switched On a “strategic platform” that sets the foundation for the Reliant brand. Me, I just call L-S-O an honest-to-goodness way to connect with folks, about ways we all use electricity in our lives. Whether we’re crankin’ up an amp, pullin’ an all-nighter, or makin’ a tasty slice of toast that’s just beggin’ for butter. Because at Reliant, we know not everyone is thinking about electricity. But it’s there, in everything we do, every day. That, mi compadres, is Life Switched On.
Within offices, people invest countless hours, hard-earned assets and time-tested skills to produce robust fruits of labor. So it only stands to reason that workplaces should be functional, comfortable and inspiring settings where we can all take pride in delivering our best.
Cinco Ranch was once the untamed territory of cattlemen, mavericks and many of the Lone Star State’s legendary pioneers. Today, Cinco Ranch is among the most dynamic master planned communities in the Southwest – and still the setting for unbridled opportunity.
Architecture is a dialogue between a person and a structure. To resonate, it must first be an exchange uniting client and architect. A communication that reveals shared goals, addresses formidable challenges and foreshadows desired outcomes. As architects, we are called upon to continually advance the conversation.
Theater is truth. Certainty of what it means to be human. Common kinship that unites a metropolis as diverse and wondrous as ours. Truth, strangely enough, that is not so one-sided.
Go ahead. Crack open practically any Communication Arts Advertising Annual from the past two decades. Chances are you’ll find an impressive sampling of Jeff Goodby’s handiwork. In fact, you may spank yourself for attempting to purloin an idea or two from the King of Concepts’ well-traveled grab bag. As co-chairman and creative director of San Francisco’s world-renowned Goodby, Silverstein & Partners, Jeff is proud father to such children as two silver-tongued lizards, milk-hording behavioral psychologists and a sinister, beer-loving penguin. Whether it’s on the tube, in the trade or around town, it’s a good bet you’re among the audience who sees Goodby’s intrusive, effective, emotive and ingenious good works every day. Now is your turn to come hear from the mouth of the master himself.
You have one-hundred-seventeen new messages. Dude are you there? Just calling about the crazy new Taco Bell Happy Hour. Buy a thirty-two ounce Pepsi, get a free Seasoned Beef Crunchy Taco, late. Almost forgot, Taco Bell Happy Hour is between two and five, Monday through Friday, thirty-two ounce Pepsi, free Crunchy Taco, peace! Listen to this, is this free Taco Bell Crunchy Taco phat or what? So dude, I pull into the drive-thru at two right, and they’re all like, “May I take your order?” And at two o’ one, I’m like, “Thirty-two-ounce Pepsi.” And they’re like, “Would you like a free Crunchy Taco with that?” Ca-ching! Dude? Taco Bell! Now! The Taco Bell Happy Hour. Buy a thirty-two-ounce Pepsi between two and five p.m. Monday through Friday and get a Crunchy Taco absolutely free. Hear that? I’m at Taco Bell right now, pick up! For great taste, Think Outside the Bun.
Loaves and fishes. Milk and honey. Bottomless jugs of wine. Brunch this Sunday at City of Refuge Church.
Moments after Stephen Decker’s birth, Dr. Ernest Cronin was called to the maternity ward at St. Joseph Hospital, where he diagnosed Stephen with a bilateral cleft lip and palate. Seven surgeries and 17 years later, Stephen’s smile is evidence that he requires no more significant procedures. A model high school senior at Alief Taylor, Stephen enjoys movies with friends, video games and pitching for his school’s baseball team. He even boasts a stellar academic record and aspirations of an athletic scholarship. Today most would never recognize that Stephen was born with a facial anomaly. Feeling especially blessed by their relationship with the men and women of the Cronin & Brauer Cleft Lip and Palate Clinic, Stephen and his family regularly donate their time as volunteers for Operation San Jose.
At Yorkshire Academy, growth is far more than a balancing act. It is a blend of forces that elegantly refine and ultimately define the character of our children. Building upon a foundation of essential academics, ever-evolving innovations are integrated into virtually every Yorkshire lesson. Energized by the promise of science, technology, mathematics and even robotics, Yorkshire students are also taught timeless appreciation for the fine arts, physical fitness and leadership skills. While students are steadily pushed towards bigger and better achievements during their years at Yorkshire, they are also reminded to pause, pull back and take pride in everyday achievements, large and small.
Where there is theater, there is community. There is heritage. There is hope. Theater invites the human spirit to soar. And through your generous support of AD Players, the arms of theater can be opened wide to more Houstonians than ever before – young and old, aspiring and affluent, any and all. A first-of-its-kind venue, the new home of AD Players will honor the pioneering career and visionary contributions of our founder, Jeannette Clift George. Advanced and inviting, alive and enthralling, this place will set the stage for new generations of artists and their patrons. Above all – and for us all – the new home of AD Players will establish a global standard for theater that celebrates, uplifts and affirms the good that resides within each of us.
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