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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.”

Posted on October 26, 2014June 24, 2018by David BerkowitzLeave a comment

‘We shelter kids who come over the border alone’

“I work for a nonprofit called BCFS (Baptist Child and Family Services). A lot of people in Baytown don’t even know we’re here. We shelter kids who come over the border alone. We give them a temporary place to stay, food, clothes, and try to … Continue reading‘We shelter kids who come over the border alone’

Posted on October 8, 2014June 24, 2018by David BerkowitzLeave a comment

Vietnamese immigrants looking for better lives

“I moved here from Mississippi for work and better schools for my kids. I really like the schools here and feel they will give my kids a better foundation for college and to enjoy productive lives in the future. “And she moved here from Vietnam … Continue readingVietnamese immigrants looking for better lives

Posted on September 19, 2014June 24, 2018by David BerkowitzLeave a comment

Making clothing for niece turns into business

“I make children’s boutique clothing. My niece was born about a year ago, and I wanted to make outfits for her. So I started making extras and selling them. My mother and I do it together.” How many outfits have you made for your niece? … Continue readingMaking clothing for niece turns into business

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

She’s proud of her accomplishments in life

“I’ve faced a lot of challenges in my life. “I came to this country from Mexico when I was 14, and I’m 56 now. We had a big family, and I worked to help out my parents. “I was married 13 years and became a … Continue readingShe’s proud of her accomplishments in life

Posted on July 12, 2014June 24, 2018by David BerkowitzLeave a comment

‘My biggest job is making sure they grow up right’

“I’m a stay-at-home mom with four kids. It’s a lot of work. My biggest job is making sure they grow up right. “Our oldest son just graduated high school, and we’re encouraging him to go off somewhere to college. He doesn’t have to stay in … Continue reading‘My biggest job is making sure they grow up right’

Posted on July 5, 2014June 24, 2018by David BerkowitzLeave a comment

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