Family Road Trips: Well-Traveled, Cherished Memories of Days Gone By

Growing up as a kid in Texas, June was the most enjoyable month of the year.  The next school day was months away.  Hallelujah!  The neighborhood pool was open.  Hallelujah!  It was a time for daily Slurpees, cannonballs, can-openers and belly flops off of the high dive, zinc oxide, suntans and...

The Sweet Life Gardener: Basil

By Alisa Murray www.alisamurray.com Hey Sweet Lifers! Of all the herbs for cooking, I am most in love with basil. Known as the the “king” in Greek and “holy” in India, this herb offers way more than just a little taste of summer to your life. It has, as I say, “all the things” you’d want out of...

Fort Bend County Municipal Elections

Fort Bend County Municipal Elections May 7, 2022 Election Day Voting...

A Brunch Surprise for Mom

Mother’s Day is a time to celebrate and treat your mom to a delicious breakfast or brunch. Whether it’s a meal in bed or a beautiful spread on the dining room table, make the day special with simple recipes that are sure to impress. Try this Brunch Fruit Tart with a tasty granola crust and colorful fruit...

The Sweet Life Gardener Rosemary

By Alisa Murray www.alisamurrayslivingthesweetlife.com Hey Sweet Lifers! By now all of you should have gotten beds prepped and made some decisions about what you’d like to grow in your own gardens. I have been busy as well getting seedlings hardened off and ready to go into the main beds they were planned...

The Texas Two-Step: Barbeque and Wine

THE DRUNKEN CYCLIST | By Jeffrey M. Kralik, Ph.D. – When I moved to Southeast Texas several years ago, I needed to adapt quickly to many aspects of living in the area, but there were three at the forefront: the traffic, the humidity and the barbecue. While the first two involve mere acceptance, there...

The Sweet Life Gardener

By Alisa Murray www.alisamurrayslivingthesweetlife.com Who Goes With Who? Hey Sweet Lifers! I hope by now you have taken a few moments to think about what you and your family loves to eat and jotted down a few vegetables and fruits that you would like to walk outside and just pick fresh from your yard....

Debbie Marcell – Key Realtor

Buying or selling a home is a major life decision, and when that time comes, you want the best – an award-winning, proven Realtor.  Debbie Marcell is that Realtor. Winner of the highest award in the Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Gary Greene (BHGRE) network, Marcell is an Emerald Elite winner for...

Arlene Rolsen, CRS – Key Realtor

Arlene Rolsen, CRS, has been helping buyers and sellers realize their dreams of homeownership as an investment in their future for over 40 years. Rolsen, a top producing agent, delights in introducing families to Fort Bend County, where they will not just find a house but will be blessed with a place to...

Autism Awareness Month Calls for Inclusion and Acceptance

The goal of many autism organizations is to work towards a world where individuals with autism can reach their full potential and live full lives through connection and acceptance. Local Fort Bend community members are doing just that through the resources and support of organizations like Hope For...

Tips for Selecting the Perfect Home

For those beginning the process of home buying, there are many factors to consider. Keep these ideas in mind as you conduct your search. 1. Consider future needs Because life is always evolving, it’s important to move into a home that has enough space for your family’s anticipated changes. While...

The District at Sugar Creek Planned Development Frequently Asked Questions

Situated on eight acres within The Sugar Creek Triangle as visitors and citizens alike enter the vibrant city of Sugar Land is the future The District at Sugar Creek:  a projected five-story project with multi-family units above and first-floor retail and professional offices below with garage parking in...

Annabelle’s Amazing Graces

Annabelle van Deursen was born on November 6th, 2015, a healthy, beautiful girl. She was developing appropriately until about six months of age, and at this time, her mother, Shelley van Deursen, noticed she was missing developmental milestones. Shelley and husband, Daniel, voiced their concerns to their...

Spring has Sprung in the Bend

It’s March in Fort Bend County – Spring has sprung!   There’s new life, renewed vibrancy and a push to get out of the house! Here are some of the things Nancy and I enjoy every March. We love flowers blooming, especially our official state flower – the stunning Texas Bluebonnet.  There’s a myth...

Create Comfort In Your Home: Katy Home & Garden Show and Spring Gift Market

Finding comfort in the home has reached an all-time high.  Our home is not only an extension now of work and home but a reflection of what’s most valuable to us – what we are and love. There has never been a better time to refresh.  Multifunctional spaces, outdoor living and bringing nature inside are...