Son always tries to ‘take care of what’s broken’
“I became a Christian at 18 because of my grandmother, and I taught my seven kids about Christ while they were growing up. After one of my sons went to college he tried insurance, went into...
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House with ‘wow factor’ is finally his
“We had been wanting this house for 20 years and it finally came up for sale. It was the first house built in the area, back in 1948. At one time, the people who lived here...
Lowrider club members help out families
“There are two lowrider clubs in Baytown. The one we’re in is Baytown 281 Car Club. You can invest a lot of money in these cars; as little as $3,500 or as much as $20,000. The...
Sometimes it’s like jamming with the Beatles
“I started playing old-time music 25 years ago. My grandpa always listened to the old-time string bands, and I’ve always liked that kind of music. I’m in a couple bands now. “You won’t find a banjo...
Bahamas trip special time for large family
“We have a large family, and we do lots of things together. We just enjoy each other’s company. One year, we all went to the Bahamas. There were like 20 of us. I was pregnant at...
This couple can’t quit clowning around
“This is my husband. He’s been following me around for years. I finally said, ‘Either you’re going to have to join, or stay home.’” Where do you shop for clothes? “Goodwill, resale shops. I typically hit...
Whatever happened to cursive writing?
“I’m a retired school teacher. I taught 26 years, second and third grades, and have been working at our church’s child center with school-age children for another 10 years.” What’s one of the biggest changes you’ve...
Who says there’s a speeding ticket quota?
“The biggest misperception of us is that we’ve got to fill a quota for writing tickets. People will say, ‘Why’d you pull me over? I wasn’t doing anything. You’re just trying to fill your quota.’ “They’ll...
Post-heart attack, she’s feeling better than ever
“I was at home, and my husband had just come in from work. I didn’t feel like my normal self. All of a sudden I started sweating really bad, my left jaw starting hurting and my...
Hot dogs fuel for superheroes and snow queens
Even superheroes and snow queens have to eat. According to mom: “He wanted to be a Ninja Turtle but that costume hasn’t come in yet, so he’s Captain America for today.”
