rapturematt

So do they need to change their slogan to "Time to make the......COFFEE?"

I like the purple and gold that they put close to idylwood. It just feels like a tribute to the National Championship LSU Tigers!

I thought Assistant DA Kelly Siegler said that?

I think I am going to vote for Al Gore. He is running right?

Watch out for those supermarket discount cards. A website called "nocards.org" says that what you buy is kept in a computer database and it's sold to other businesses. For example, a supermarket sold someone name and what they bought to their health insurance company. When the insurance company saw that the person bought a lot of red meat, they increased his premium. They contend that too much red meat is bad for your health.

Don't worry, my shopping card is in the name if Mike Hunt.

So was that Mrs. Sakowitz that said she was glad to see the house torn down on the movie?

Sounds like a cool history project. I am sure you have photos of some of the Riverside streets. There are several that are not being used since 288 was built.

I think that a lot of reason for urban downtown movement being faster in Austin than in Dallas or Houston is because of the road system. It is like a roach motel. It is enticing to get into downtown, but once you are there, you find it really hard to get out, therefore, you might as well settle until you die.

My wife and I looked at a house on Macgregor this summer. It was across from the bayou. I walked out to the bayou and could see the freeway, but I never heard it. I am sure a lot of it had to do with the fact that there were still leaves on the trees.

All in all I think something like this has to happen to continue the urban growth.

The Weingarten house was demolished by the family. One of the family members said on the movie, "This is My House it is not For Sale" said that she was happy to see it was torn down because she did not feel it would have been taken care of properly. She said that it would have been like watching a beautiful old lady deteriorate before your eyes.

I also know that Jack Ceasar's house was saved and moved somewhere else. Does anyone know where that house is?

If I paid $120 for a yo-yo, it better be able to paint my house and cook me breakfast in the morning.

When it really comes down to it, I think Houston is pretty diverse. I grew up in Dallas and it seems to be more of a corporate/finance city that is dependent on the more "blue-collar" cities like Houston to keep their economy going.

Houston has several things that will help it "buck the norm" when it comes to the economy. Not only does Houston have the energy industry, but also a shipping port, NASA, and one of the steadiest real estate markets in the country. I feel and have banked my future on Houston because of it consistency. I think it is a good bet.

What's a Yo-Yo!

Ha Ha, just kidding...

When, I lived in Dallas near Dallas Love Field airport I lived a mile from Fiesta, Albertsons, Tom Thumb, and Kroger. We had HEB stores, but only in the suburbs and not in Dallas proper.

Also, I still have my Tom Thumb Discount Card and can use it at Randall's. The Randall's, Tom Thumb, and Simon David logo are on the back of it. I have also heard that Publix (which is in the eastern states) is owned by Safeway as well.

I have been working with hardie siding for years and have never had an installation problem and it is very durable at least compared to the existing asbestos siding. Now you can get all kind of specialty designs for hardie siding. I would say go with it.

If the appraisal district or COH catch you without a permit, it isn't the end of the world but the fine isn't small. Might be worth a thought.

If you get caught, the fine is normally double the permit price.

Alan,

Welcome to the forum. My wife and I are finishing up a house right now in riverside terrace and we simply love the neighborhood. I truly think it is one of the hidden gems in Houston. Sure there is crime, but there is crime everywhere. If you are ever see yourself in the area again feel free to contact me and stop by. We would love to show you around our great neighborhood.

Matthew

Why don't you just show up at the gettogether with the dvd?

And why are you calling it a "gettogether"?

Give me your address (PM), and I'll send you a copy for the purpose you describe.

That is awesome. I really appreciate that. I sent you my address. We will plan on doing it sometime after the new year soon.

I have a father-in-law that owns a marina in Morgan City, LA. He works on boats like that, so I know it will fit there, but I am sure that is to far for you.

Spikey, it would be great if you could screen the film at a civic club meeting. We have new residents who haven't seen the film, and some older residents who haven't seen the film in a while. That would be cool. Have popcorn, sodas, ok, maybe I'm thinking a little big, but you get the point.

I would love to see a group of people get together and watch this.

My wife and I are on the finishing touches of our 4 month remodel. Maybe we can host a viewing at the house if someone can bring their copy.

Anyone?

I am finishing up my house and I want to put a vent free gas fireplace insert in the old gas fireplace area. Can anyone tell me places I can go with my wife to look at some models?

I just saw your post; I like hearing such positivity about Riverside Terrace. We bought one of the (seemingly-hated-by-this-forum) Urban Lofts on Calumet a couple of years ago. I have felt dedicated to this neighborhood but I'm having doubts lately. Someone was just (literally moments ago) shot outside our house in Riverside Park. There is an endless problem with other neighborhood residents throwing trash all over the neighborhood. There's broken glass and condoms all over the jungle gym in the park. This urban mama is starting to actually long for the suburbs, for a safer, cleaner place to raise my kids. But I sure do love the commute from here.

I don't have much money (hence the townhouse purchase) so options to move are limited. Those police lights outside right now make me wonder though.

I have to say that Riverside Park has always scared me a little. There is always traffic (people walking around and starring at you as you drive by) in that area. What I don't understand is why they church that neighbors the park does not get involved with the crime. That is one thing I have noticed about this area. People do not want to get involved and turn their head if they see any wrongdoing. That really needs to stop.

Sarah, your area will change, but it will be one of the last to change in Riverside. I would give it a couple of years before you start to see anything major though. We all do need to organize together to spur on the change and get the word out. Riverside is a diamond in the rough. The location is fantastic, the homes are beautiful, the lots are huge. What more can a home buyer ask for. Sure there is crime, but there is crime everywhere, and the more and more we buy the homes, the more of the criminals get bought out and have to move somewhere else. I am not saying that I want them to take their crime somewhere else, but if you are surrounded and concentrated by criminals like you have a tendency to have in Riverside's infamous Riverside Park, Tip Top Grocery, or any run down apartment complex, you are going to have a better tendency of doing a crime. Am I wrong about this?

On the other hand, the crime is not the Riverside that I know. Since I have had my "incident" with my neighbor, I have had every other neighbor come up to me and tell me not to pay attention to that "stupid" lady. They are happy to see me fixing up houses in the are and are very receptive. I know you will feel the same welcome if you come into this area. Sure their might be a few bad eggs left, but they are literally dying off everyday.

On a lighter note, Sarah, there is a seafood resturant that is close to your condo. Do you know if it is open or how good the food is? It might be a perfect place to have lunceons and community gatherings.