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Disposable diapers, along with disposable plates, disposable cleaning supplies (Swiffers) and other disposables, are hugely taxing on landfills. I'm not sure why you would wash soiled diapers in your sink, since most people would put them in the washer and dryer, but that is not the separation from third world countries...indoor plumbing would be.

"Being green" is not always easy. In fact, the whole reason disposables have become such a problem is that it is so easy to throw things away versus reusing them. But, their attraction to those who wish to save time does not diminish their harmfulness to the environment.

Side note: My mom raised 7 kids on cloth diapers. Not sure how she did it, but she is clearly my hero. I think of her and my dad with their 7 kids and one car often when I hear arguments about how things can't be done with less.

you'd put a diaper loaded with cr@p in your washer? nice...

and the diaper piece wasn't even the point anyway. it was the point that "being green" is not why people shop at whole foods (or at least not a majority). it is for more healthy, organic foods.

Ironically, however, most Whole Food shoppers arrive at the store by driving their gigantic SUV's with a disposable-diaper clad baby in tow. I just love their shoppers hypocritical "be green" philosphy....

Eating healthy organic foods isn't a direct correlation with "being green."

And, for that matter, how can you really rationalize being judgemental for using disposable diapers. I don't care what it does to the environment, I am not washing my infants soiled diapers in my sink...that's what separates us from a third world country.

If nightlife isn't your thing, try a little daylife, try going to La Strada on westheimer and montrose for brunch. A few posers, but some of the best looking "talent" in the city go there for belinis and a little food. 

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I can definitley appreciate that and have been there on numerous occasions!

...But does it have to be?

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Is that a trick question???

It is a piece of shi#...a few more clubs in the area will just make it more of a piece of shi#.

But don't get me wrong...I'd rather the "Richmond Strip" type folks hang out on the Richmond Strip, as opposed to them coming to downtown/midtown...

SOOOOO, I say, more clubs on Richmond Strip!!!!!

How did this turn into a BMW racing forum 

Yo, SOMETHING needs to be done to bring clubs and crowds back to da Richmond Strip. A LOT of friends in H-Town are pointing out that they don't go clubbing anymore because most of the clubs are now Downtown. They don't feel too safe there.

Whatever happened to cruising down the crowded Strip at 2:30am? It used to be something to brag about at one point.

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They don't feel safe in downtown Houston? LOL. It's probably one of the safest downtowns of any major US city.

You have a better chance of getting shot in a drive-by on the "Richmond" strip than be a victim of crime in downtown Houston.

Richmond strip is a piece of shi#.

The Chronicle finally got around to writing about the downtown rats, this time focusing on the County buildings, where I have seen more of them.

http://www.chron.com/cs/CDA/ssistory.mpl/front/3308751

They seem to have done more research than the Houston Press' shock and awe version of the problem.

Check out Christian's Tailgate next door to the one that is opening in Midtown (Pierce @ Bagby is the intersection).

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Does anyone know when Cyclone Anaya's will open in Midtown?

West Gray Guy:  yep, i tried it out on Friday.....let's just say we should give them a few weeks before writing an offical review.  The service was horrible, i didn't get my drink until AFTER the food came (which was about 30 minutes for a croisant sandwich)  It came out without the fries, which the server did not even comment on until i flagged him back down and asked about them, at which time he told me they were out for the day....it was 11:30 am.  The sandwich was good, and the place was packed, I think it was just extremely understaffed and inexperienced.  My suggestion...give it a few weeks, or go when you have plenty of time to kill (and when you're not craving fries).  Other than that, glad to see that something is finally occupying that space.

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I went last week. The place isn't bad, but it isn't anything special either. They need to find some signature food to offer so they can excel. They have big burgers, but with Christian's Tailgate 2 blocks away, there is no reason to get a burger at the Htown Diner. They say they have great shakes/malts, etc. We didn't try them, but it would be worth a shot.

I got a club sandwhich and it was mediocre at best. The wife had a burger and it was good...just not close to as good ast Christian's Tailgate which is basically next door.

I'd go back to try something else on the menu. The owners/staff were very nice when I was there and we got everything in a very timely manner. However, it was barely occupied (only 3 of the 15-20 tables were occupied).

Check it out. I'd love to see what others think.

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And it's all local establishments too!

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Check out Christian's Tailgate next door to the one that is opening in Midtown (Pierce @ Bagby is the intersection).

I did not hear the broadcast.  However, my husband did and he was very excited.  He said Metro was somehow involved.  I think we should call Metro.  Like the rest of my fellow Midtowners who heard this report, I have been looking in the paper for an article.  None has surfaced.  We can only hope it is true!  I, for one, am going to call my community outreach representative at Metro and ask some questions.

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hopefully they take all of the homeless up to the north part of downtown when they relocate...if they ever relocate. the homeless and the bus station remain midtown's biggest problem...tertiary are the s#x businesses, some of which are DBA "Club Houston" or whatever...

i would like to donate $100 to shipping them to Austin....

must find out more information. that greyhound station is the bain of midtown's existence. i hope they'd put some midrise apartments there with retail on the bottom...could be a great area!

I am a Midtown resident, and I have mixed feelings on Midtown. In one way, it has come a long way in 3-4 years, but in another light...it has a LONG LONG way to go. I am pessimistic about it ever getting there while I am a resident.

Let's put it this way, if I were in the market to buy another house right now, it would not be in Midtown. So, if you are having problems keeping people in Midtown, how can you expect the demand to be adequate enough to build up Midtown. Most of my friends looking for housing inside the loop are not coming to Midtown. I have neighbors selling their houses and I don't see any activity...no buyers...resale value is barely better (if better) than 2-3 years ago.

I don't know...I've just become jaded with Midtown. I am tired of the F#$*)$(%$ bums and crackheads walking around the neighborHOOD. I do see less than in the past, but the area under the Pierce Elevated has become homeless haven. It is embarrassing, but I guess the transition should be expected to take a while.

I wish the crackhouses, vacant lots, and slums would get bought up and redeveloped. It can't happen soon enough. The bus station and El Mexico bus station which were rumored to be purchased by BMW seem to have just renovated the exterior (at least cleaned up with a pressure washer and some fresh paint)...so I doubt that it is going anywhere...that is too bad b/c it is not good for the overall development of Midtown.

Oh well, my soapbox rant is over...Midtown can be nice and is in an ideal location...more needs to be done faster to make me happy with my investment.

as a Midtown homeowner, i would love for someone to elaborate on what is going on?

I had a friend that lived at Houston House for about 2 years (in 2002/2003). The place isn't that bad. Now, the interiors on the apartments are a bit dated and I don't think that units have washer/dryers in the units themselves. I think the units are only for rent. He had a corner unit on one of the top floors looking towards the north and east...really nice view.

Not a bad place. He could walk to work downtown which was nice. There is plenty of parking near the building (on street or lots) for guests.

I think a number students at South Texas Law School live there (I think). I think it is mainly a younger crowd with some others mixed in as well.

I don't think any particular "groups" of people dominate the building (as stated by some others in this thread).

Don't know about 2016 main.

Before any new supermarkets are built anywhere near the CBD, the Randall's in Midtown will have to perk up considerably. Following the theory that one should put his money where his mouth is, I've tried to make a habit of shopping there, but it's...it's sad.

Tonight I was there at 8:30 and there were maybe five other customers in the store. The butcher counter had closed, some of the produce had already been covered up, the selection of fresh meat was scant and expensive, and produce costs 2-3 times as much as at other nearby grocery stores. Spec's produce seems to be of higher quality at a lower price, with nearly as broad a selection. The selection of cheeses at Randall's is pathetic, but with Spec's across the street, why bother?

I really hope Randall's can make it, but it appears that there's not the local support they were hoping for. And if Randall's folds, I imagine others will not be rushing in to take their place.

Out of curiousity, where do other Midtown/Neartown residents shop? Aside from Randall's I go to Disco Kroger (on Montrose) or that dreadful Fiesta on San Jacinto.

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Not packed on a Friday night???? You don't say.... LOL j/k

Seriously, that place does great business...it is where we always go as Midtown residents.

i still can't visualize that area? what's over there now? sigificant building, store or restaraunt?

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One block is vacant with some little old broken down service station. The other block is a old blue building that was an old engineering firm. Both have been unoccupied for some time now. It will be a great improvement. It will also be blocks from the St. Joseph's hospital.

The sign is up now - at the corner of Gray/LaBranch...i wonder when ground breaking is...anyone have some scoop?

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No scoop, but nothing happening right now. I live 1 block away and didn't even know about this!!! Definitely good news.

Where is this being built? Anyone have a link to the site for this place? Is it apartment or condos?

THANKS!

We have done all the research.  Creme' De la Creme' is the best in downtown.  They also have a location and Town and Country. 

The downtown location makes for a crazy pick up at 5:00.

There are a number near the Museum District, but we were not that impressed with them.  They give you the "these are doctors kids" speech, but we found much better interaction at Creme.

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Do you have the approximate price for infants?

Thanks everyone!

My point?

Apartments can be risky propositions. 

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There is risk involved, no doubt about it. However, I don't have a problem with apartments being developed next to me. In fact, the development in Midtown is moving a little too slow for my taste.

Apartments can house tons of young professionals that are working in Downtown and the Medical Center. Lots of students in medical school might find Midtown a convenient place to live while in school or residencies due to the light rail.

The retail aspect on the street level is critical in my mind to making apartments or midrises condos work. I would much prefer that to a bunch of crack shacks and abandoned buildings that are littering up Midtown. The more dense the population, the better the opportunity for growth of restaurants, stores, etc. in this area.

That's just my 2 cents...for what its worth.

Does anyone know if the Sidelines sports bar inside 2016 Main closed?  I tried to take some friends there on Saturday @ 6 PM and it was closed!  Doors locked, no sign.  The hours posted outside indicated they should be open.  Their website says nothing.

Just wondering...

Ended up at the Wet Spot, down the street on West Gray... that place is pretty cool!!

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Live Sports Cafe downtown has good food and a decent amount of tv's. Buffalo Wild Wings in midtown is great for sporting events and food, but it gets crowded on all nights (especially for big Houston sporting events). The Wetspot is pretty cool, but I found that the food sucks. Tavern on Gray (at Waugh & West Gray) is pretty good and has a ton of tv's...but be ready for a lot of smoke.

I had a question...I know a few people that browse these forums probably have children. Particularly with infants/toddlers/etc...do you all have any particular places in the areas of Midtown or Downtown that you'd recommend? Our family lives in Midtown and we both work downtown. We'd like to find a good place in the near vicinity...pricing info would be helpful as well.

Thanks!

Just curious...is anything in the works for the block off Webster between La Branch and Austin? It is basically just an empty lot with lots of great trees.

Just curious. I heard a long time ago that it was going to be a Walgreens. I think it might be a good spot for a midrise apartment/condo building...

it is pretty good. my wife and i went there a few weekends ago. the prices are typical with places of this nature, and the ice cream is really good. we'd definitely go back.

if you guys really like ice-cream and chocolate...go to the Chocolate Bar on Alabama between Montrose and Shepherd. REALLY GOOD!