20sGirl

I grew up in section-8 housing.  Pretty much from my elementary school years until I was 20 years old, starting out in college.  I didn

And when someone posts something like THIS, it makes ME wonder the same thing.  But I guess then that I'm not surprized....

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Oooo, looks like I hit a nerve. I still think it's an overblown design.

I can definitely see the benefits of NetFlix. Especially if you have kids who like to watch alot of movies. (I don't but that's what I hear from friends who have kids) This way, you have a constant flow of new movies and you don't have to make room for their storage in your house.

The Blockbuster near me is awful. It's a choice between Spanish movies and big Hollywood blockbusters (hence the name I guess.)

Someone mentioned Cactus for movies. Their selection is awesome but sometimes hard to find on DVD. Also, you can't rent a whole bunch of movies at one time because their due date is so short. The price is right though, and if you live near Cactus, it's a great alternative to the typical Hollywood drivel.

Great. Now all we need is an In-N-Out Burger. Mmmmm.

I think it looks awful- like some nouveau riche dreamland. The entry way is so overblown with the fake "island waterfall and rocks.." Looks like something Donald Trump or our own Tilman Fertitta would have built (but without the neon). Yikes!

I don't know about you guys, but when something has this many bells and whistles it makes me wonder what they're hiding.

IMO, downtown housing won't take off until affordable options are presented. Part of what makes a city work is the diversity. Right now, you might as well build a brick wall around downtown and put up a sign that says "Only for the Rich".

I'm sorry.  But so far, this "Krystal Burger" thing doesnt seem as appetizing as a good, juicy, and greesy, Whataburger. (No. 5 with jalapenos).  That's my opinion and I'm sticking with it.

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The onion rings are where it's at baby! And don't forget the Krystal pups and corn pups! (Although, I don't think they can beat JCI for a good, greasy hot dog with plenty-o-onions.)

The Chronicle this morning said we're getting Krystal Burgers here in Houston.

(For those not familiar, Krystals are similar to White Castles in that they are small, square burgers.) Their onion rings are SO GOOD!

That would really be a shame because I haven't been very impressed with either of the new HEBs (Gessner @ Kempwood; Beltway 8 @ Beechnut??) Neither can measure up to Central Market. The only other store that comes close, in terms of hard-to-find international foods, is Fiesta- the one on on I10 and Blalock(?) I'm not very good with remembering street names.

Do you have an interest in volunteering for the Yates Community Archaeology Program?

Volunteer opportunities Fridays and Saturdays, 8:30 am - 3:30 pm (11:30 - 12:30 lunch), till mid-December (except for Saturday Sept 25, morning only).

We meet at the Yates House at 1314 Andrews. Some of us work in that yard, some under the Pullum House across the street, and some in our (air conditioned!) lab in the Yates House.

If you would like to participate, or if you know others that might, you will be most welcome! They supply ice water, and they also have a few extra trowels if you don't have your own. Be sure to bring sunscreen, a hat, and wear shoes with closed toes (not sandals). Shorts are fine, but if you want to wear a halter top, bring a t-shirt or something to cover up more if needed.

For more info, contact Carol McDavid of Yates Community Archaeology Program

mcdavid@publicarchaeology.org

http://www.webarchaeology.com

About 6 months ago, I heard a rumor about Central Market.  The rumormill said that Oshman's (on the corner of Gessner and I-10) was going to move into the old Service Merchandise store (about 1/2 mile west) and Central Market was going to take over the Oshman's location.

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Where did you hear the rumour? A reliable source? That would be fantastic if we got a Central market out here!

Put all the "Midtown leaders" in it and blow it up and l hope it falls on the Greyhound bus station.

Post It.

Dream

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Dream-

Why is your signature dedicated to Montrose 1100?

I only just recently saw this beautiful cathedral on Woodway near Sage the other day. It is absolutely beautiful! I didn't think they built stuff like this anymore.

Just wanted to share if you haven't seen it. I don't know how to post photos so here's a link to the website with a few interior photos.

http://www.stmartinsepiscopal.org/photos/archive-c.jpg

http://www.stmartinsepiscopal.org/2004-fol.htm