No Need to Overthink Gift Ideas for Dad

By Jeffrey M. Kralik, Ph.D. www.thedrunkencyclist.com As I mentioned last month, after years of trying to get my father to appreciate wine, I gave up a couple of decades ago. There is little doubt that my last act before they put him in the casket will be to pry the can of Michelob Ultra out of his hand....

Fort Bend’s Stellar Seniors

From landing the number one and two spots at area high schools to earning scholarships from community organizations, Fort Bend’s top grads are all A’s this year.  Take a peek at their grade A accomplishments, and read about their plans as they continue their journey in advanced education. The future...

The Sweet Life Gardener – Catnip

By Alisa Murray Hey Sweet Lifers! There’s one herb in my garden that is appreciated more than any other by my Sweet Life cats, and it is, of course, catnip. I planted a small amount of it at the edge of the steps a few years back, and now it is a huge plant that brings so much joy. Catnip’s history...

A Chef-Worthy Summer Classic For Dad

Celebrating Father’s Day with sizzling meals starts with tender, juicy cuts of meat that take center stage when dining on the patio or firing up the grill. Enjoy family time with your nearest and dearest by savoring the flavor of warm weather meals. Steak enthusiasts can show off their summer cooking...

Israel, Birthdays and Re-Invigorated Faith!

Q: How to celebrate your wife’s 60th birthday? A: Take her to Israel for two weeks of long, hot, dirty, life-changing hikes all over the Promised Land! Nancy and I went together to Israel during our first term in Congress in 2009. Since we were part of a group from Congress, our trip was heavy with...

A Full, Fresh Menu Fit for a Brunch Feast

Salute to Moms Mother’s Day is the perfect excuse to enjoy brunch with your favorite people. These recipes for Easy Brunch Quiche, Savory Cheese Balls and Lemon Blueberry Trifle provide a full menu to feed your loved ones from start to finish and show Mom just how much you appreciate her all year long! A...

Fort Bend Business Coalition

Fort Bend Business Coalition Endorses School Board Trustee Candidates in May 6th General Election: Fort Bend, Lamar Consolidated, Katy and Needville ISD’s The Fort Bend Business Coalition (FBBC), an organization dedicated to promoting a pro-business environment throughout Fort Bend County, has endorsed...

Summer Traveling for the Ages

By Tanya Sterling – It’s almost summer time and just about time to book your family’s vacation. Of course, families with children are comprised of various ages, including kids, teenagers and young adults. Let’s discuss how tosuccessfully travel and enjoy your time with the various age...

Houston Methodist Neal Cancer Center at Sugar Land to Celebrate National Cancer Survivors Day on June 1st

Houston Methodist Neal Cancer Center at Sugar Land is joining nearly 18 million United States cancer survivors and survivors from around the world in celebrating the 36th Annual National Cancer Survivors Day® this year. Also being recognized are the many family members, caregivers and health care providers...

A Bouquet of Rosés For Mom

Salute to Moms By Jeffrey M. Kralik, Ph.D. www.thedrunkencyclist.com – There was never so much as a drop of alcohol in my house growing up in the Midwest. Sure, my father drank the occasional beer, but that was rare, and when he did, it was something regrettable like Red, White, and Blue (Pabst Blue...

Mother’s Day in the Bend

Salute to Moms By Patti Parish-Kaminski – May is the month we celebrate mom, and that means spending time with mom doing something that she enjoys. Fortunately, there’s no shortage of things to do right here in Fort Bend that mom would love! Happy Mother’s Day Fort Bend Moms – here’s to...

CEO Foundation Awards 100 Tickets to the Children’s Discovery Center to Nery’s Promise

The children and families of Nery’s Promise are excited to receive 100 tickets to the Fort Bend Children’s Discovery Center from the CEO Foundation! At the inaugural gala of the CEO Foundation Live Auction, the Foundation uniquely auctioned off experiences to benefit other organizations that align with...

Blue, Silver and Gold

Hey Sweet Lifers! The first of this year I was scrolling through my social feed, and a painting struck my eye. It was done by an artist who I have admired, am friends with and something about it spoke immediately to me. Something that can be interpreted as a feeling that it must be mine. These feelings...

The Sweet Life Gardener – Aloe Vera

By Alisa Murray Hey Sweet Lifers! About ten years ago, a neighbor asked me if I would like some aloe vera for my garden. I was barely wet under the ears with my gardening skills, and I planted the tiny little things under a tree out in what is now the Sweet Life Garden. Over the years those “little” aloe...

It’s April – Spring has Sprung

Nance and I love April and the annual arrival of Spring! Usually, the temperatures in April have not exceeded 90’F. The trees that have lost all of their leaves are green again. The Texas bluebonnets and all the beautiful wildflowers have bloomed. Families in Fort Bend are starting to plan for their...