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Year: 2014

Visions of ‘Sharknado’ dance in his head

“I’ve always been into comics, collectibles, games, movies, art. I’ve also delved into graphic design. I’d like to do comic book covers or movie posters. That would be a dream job. “But if I were going to do what I really love, I’d work with … Continue readingVisions of ‘Sharknado’ dance in his head

Posted on July 23, 2014June 24, 2018by David BerkowitzLeave a comment

Stories from the early days of Walmart

“I moved here when I was 20 years old. I was born and raised in northwest Arkansas, actually in Bentonville, which is now the headquarters of Walmart. I grew up and went to school with all the Walton boys. The first real job I had, … Continue readingStories from the early days of Walmart

Posted on July 22, 2014June 24, 2018by David BerkowitzLeave a comment

She still has faith in Goose Creek CISD

“I was a stay-at-home mom and home-schooled my kids for nine years. When we put them into public school, I decided to certify to teach. I’ve been teaching school in Baytown now for nine years.” What’s your opinion about the current issues within Goose Creek … Continue readingShe still has faith in Goose Creek CISD

Posted on July 21, 2014June 24, 2018by David BerkowitzLeave a comment

Island community feels ‘more free spirited’

“I came down here from New York, but my family’s originally from the Virgin Islands.” “I was born and raised in the Virgin Islands, and just moved up here a year and two months ago.” “There’s a big island community around here. There are a … Continue readingIsland community feels ‘more free spirited’

Posted on July 20, 2014June 24, 2018by David BerkowitzLeave a comment

From taking care of grounds to enjoying grandkids

“I worked at the country club for a little over 30 years. I started as a grounds person, worked myself up to assistant superintendent, and then supervisor was my last position. “The closing was sad. I knew a lot of people there. I was working … Continue readingFrom taking care of grounds to enjoying grandkids

Posted on July 18, 2014June 24, 2018by David BerkowitzLeave a comment

Navy experience provides needed direction

“I was a diesel mechanic in the Navy for four years, stationed at Virginia Beach, Virginia, at Little Creek Amphibious Base. I’ve been to Iraq, Afghanistan, Jordan, Israel, Egypt, Somalia, Liberia, all over. “I was 19 years old when I joined. I was partying a … Continue readingNavy experience provides needed direction

Posted on July 17, 2014July 5, 2018by David BerkowitzLeave a comment

Psychology specialist helps special ed students

“I grew up in La Porte and he’s from Missouri. I worked for 14 years in the Baytown school district before we lived here. Now I work in Deer Park. I’m a licensed specialist in school psychology. I mostly work with special ed students. I … Continue readingPsychology specialist helps special ed students

Posted on July 16, 2014June 24, 2018by David BerkowitzLeave a comment

‘Definitely, family is number one in our lives’

“I’m a process operator at Shell in Deer Park. I’ve got to keep working. It’s too early for me to retire yet. “I love my yard work. I spend my off days outside doing this, or at our pool with my kids and doing barbecue … Continue reading‘Definitely, family is number one in our lives’

Posted on July 15, 2014June 24, 2018by David BerkowitzLeave a comment

When it comes to cost, disc golf obvious choice

“You can call it Frisbee golf or disc golf. Another term is frolf, but that’s not used too much. “I come out here about once a week to play. It’s a challenge. “I like golf but it’s expensive. You can play 10 rounds here for … Continue readingWhen it comes to cost, disc golf obvious choice

Posted on July 14, 2014June 24, 2018by David BerkowitzLeave a comment

They like to hit the road with their rescue dog

“We moved to Baytown from Denton about eight years ago. My husband came here to work for Navarre Funeral Home. He’s been a mortician for 40 years, and we’ve been married for 40 years. Now he’s retired, so we enjoy hanging out together and traveling. … Continue readingThey like to hit the road with their rescue dog

Posted on July 14, 2014June 24, 2018by David BerkowitzLeave a comment

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