Slow But Steady
How is your summer going? I have slowed down just a bit but I’m moving at a steady and purposeful pace. I have find most people are traveling and having some respite from their day to day grind. When I think of summertime I think of food and cool refreshing drinks. This month we will visit some of our favorite food trucks, restaurants and share … Continue reading Slow But Steady
How About Daytripping?
If you are like me, taking a grand vacation is not in my budget, but I do want to take some day trips. Day Trips can be as much fun if you find some great places to visit. I have done some research and wanted to share some places not far from Austin you may want to check out. Gruene, Texas Gruene is less than … Continue reading How About Daytripping?
Fun Ways To Keep Your Children Happy This Summer
School is out, the sun is shining and kids are running around the house saying “Mama, I’m bored.” What do you do? You find some activities that will entertain and keep them busy for for a couple of hours before their snack and a nap. I wanted to share a few ideas of what you can do to get your child involved with something fun … Continue reading Fun Ways To Keep Your Children Happy This Summer
Manos de Cristo Set for Back-to-School Serving 2,000 Low-Income Children
Austin nonprofit agency Manos de Cristo is set to help thousands of Central Texas children, Pre-K through 5th grades with their annual Back-to-School program July 18-22. The program prepares low-income students for the school year by providing each child with two sets of new clothing, socks, underwear, and a brand new backpack filled with school supplies. WHEN: July 18-22, 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Monday … Continue reading Manos de Cristo Set for Back-to-School Serving 2,000 Low-Income Children
Ujima Celebrating Juneteenth
The History of Juneteenth The history of June 19th, also known as, Juneteenth, is important to remember as we gather to celebrate this coming weekend. Juneteenth is also called Emancipation Day and Freedom Day. The reason we celebrate is due to the last slaves being emancipated. The announcement that slavery had been abolished made it to Texas in June of 1865. President Abraham Lincoln issued … Continue reading Ujima Celebrating Juneteenth
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