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Meet A Mom – Meet Carla Sue
Both of my businesses keep me connecting with the Houston community by vending at local events. The support of locals has been amazing and is what keeps pushing me when times get hard!
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Los Suenos Costa Rica – Pura Vida!
Adventure is calling… from somewhere snuggled between the Carribean and Pacific Oceans – Costa Rica! We love a good all-inclusive resort (and kids under 6 are free – yes please?!).
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West University Mom’s Holiday Guide
Welcome to the West University Moms Holiday Guide. We didn’t want to miss an opportunity to shine a spotlight on some of the very special local businesses amongst our community that work tirelessly for all of us. The local shops, stores, and businesses of our...
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Warrior Yoga with Krav Maga Houston
Program Description: Our multilayered Warrior Yoga classes will increase your mobility and physical health, recharge your physical capacity through functional movement – growing confidence and a connection to your life’s passion and purpose. Warrior Yoga is for...
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Amanda’s A+ Experience with Market Express – Curbside Groceries in 30 Minutes (for $1.95)
I recently saw a flyer for Market Express which said they “deliver anything from Kroger in 30 minutes for $1.95 – no minimums, no markups, no hidden fees and free delivery on your first order!” As a busy mom, naturally I am a big fan of anything that delivers, especially groceries!
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Rediscovering Second Baptist School
The mission of Second Baptist School is to train students in areas of knowledge that will allow them to understand clearly, to think deeply, to judge wisely, and to have the courage to live their lives on the great principles and convictions of biblical truth as they engage an innovative and digitally-based global community.
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Meet a Mom – Meet Emily Calidonio the HTX Brow Queen
Houston Community is tight-knit and so supportive! Most of my business has come from word of mouth and referrals. I am so grateful to be part of such a wonderful and supportive city.
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Honduras: Your Next Family-Friendly Destination
Honduras is quickly becoming the next destination for family-friendly vacations. From snorkeling in the second largest barrier reef (after Australia), swimming with dolphins, zip lining, exploring caves, exotic wildlife viewing, there are many things to do in Honduras. Tourist attractions in Honduras also include ancient Mayan ruins, majestic villages and colorful celebrations. There is truly something for everybody in the family to enjoy.
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Doorstep Digital: Preserving Memories for a Lifetime
A moms’ dream: Digital Doorstep provides organization and archiving of people’s precious memories while offering creative archiving methods including albums, artwork, video and more.
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Top Four Winter Family Getaways by Travel Advisor (and Mama), Michelle Jackson
With fall in full swing and temperatures starting to drop, now is the perfect time to start planning your next family vacation. But the pressure of choosing a destination that everyone will love can feel overwhelming! So we brought in mom and SmartFlyer travel...
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A New Subscription Service Gets Personal
These days, you can get subscriptions sent to your home for everything from steaks to flowers. And naturally, we’re all about them—because what mom doesn’t have a soft spot for something that helps eliminate one more errand on a never-ending list? That’s why we wanted...
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Elite MMA Westheimer Student Highlight— Alain Mikael Frankiewicz
Too often, we get caught up in fitness as competing with someone else, or striving to reach someone else’s goals due to lack of self-awareness and general knowledge. Personally, I do not see fitness that way at all anymore. Instead, I see fitness as getting better than myself from the day before. It is a very simple idea but it motivates me to stay the course no matter how much my body may try to fail me.
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It Ain’t Over ‘Til The Turkey Sings
Black Friday is all about scoring sales and deals, but Danton’s Gulf Coast Seafood and Steaks has something else in mind – leftovers! The Houston staple is offering Thanksgiving dishes with a Cajun twist on Friday, November 23rd to help Houstonians stuff their bellies...
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Healthy Thanksgiving Faves with FULLYRAW KRISTINA
Wouldn’t you love Thanksgiving without the guilt? There’s still time to add these awesome dishes to the mix to impress family and friends who might be health conscious or have dietary restrictions. (If you wait till the last minute to do things like me,...
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Meet A Mom – Meet Ali Katz of HotMessToMindfulMom
I have found tons of support in the Houston community, from friends to local groups that have asked me to speak, as well as corporations that have brought me in to help their employees deal with stress. This goes to show how much these tools are needed!
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Meet A Mom – Meet Addie Teague of Relish Restaurant and Bar
For such a big city, Houston really has a tight-knit community where everyone not only knows everyone, but also truly supports each other. Since the very beginning of Relish Fine Foods, we have cultivated a Relish family and wouldn’t be here today without them. Being surrounded by friends, family and supporters who love our restaurant makes it all worthwhile.
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Opportunities to Give Thanks and Get Involved in Houston
If you are looking to make a difference this holiday season, check out these local organizations who give back to those who need us the most in our community!
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Why We Love Parry Botanicals
You might have noticed, but we have become big fans of Elizabeth Parry and her all-natural beauty line, Parry Botanicals. Elizabeth lives right here in West U with her husband and three-year old son. We sat down with her recently to pick her brain about being an...
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Small Business Saturday Nov. 24th- Shop Local Houston
Small Business Saturday is a day dedicated to supporting the local businesses that create jobs, help preserve neighborhoods and help shape the culture & community of the area. Each year, on this day, the spotlight shines on small, locally owned, business such as...
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Meet A Mom – Meet Local Artist Kit Porter
My favorite thing to do on the weekends is to spend a day at the beach with my family, playing with the kids, and teaching them about the importance of marine preservation and how we can do our part to keep our beaches and oceans clean.
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Meet A Mom – Meet Carla Sue
Both of my businesses keep me connecting with the Houston community by vending at local events. The support of locals has been amazing and is what keeps pushing me when times get hard!
read more
Los Suenos Costa Rica – Pura Vida!
Adventure is calling… from somewhere snuggled between the Carribean and Pacific Oceans – Costa Rica! We love a good all-inclusive resort (and kids under 6 are free – yes please?!).
read more
West University Mom’s Holiday Guide
Welcome to the West University Moms Holiday Guide. We didn’t want to miss an opportunity to shine a spotlight on some of the very special local businesses amongst our community that work tirelessly for all of us. The local shops, stores, and businesses of our community become intertwined with the growth and prosperity of our city. So this holiday season, let’s take our patronage to the entrepreneurs amongst us who are hard at work to employ locally, source locally and most importantly, thrive locally. We’re so excited to showcase this select...
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Warrior Yoga with Krav Maga Houston
Program Description: Our multilayered Warrior Yoga classes will increase your mobility and physical health, recharge your physical capacity through functional movement – growing confidence and a connection to your life’s passion and purpose. Warrior Yoga is for individuals committed to personal excellence, dedicated to serving others, and developing the courage to fight for what is most sacred. If you are ready to cultivate the heart and mind of your inner warrior, this is THE yoga program for you! “I have been doing Warrior Yoga at Krav Maga...
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Amanda’s A+ Experience with Market Express – Curbside Groceries in 30 Minutes (for $1.95)
I recently saw a flyer for Market Express which said they “deliver anything from Kroger in 30 minutes for $1.95 – no minimums, no markups, no hidden fees and free delivery on your first order!” As a busy mom, naturally I am a big fan of anything that delivers, especially groceries!
read more
Rediscovering Second Baptist School
The mission of Second Baptist School is to train students in areas of knowledge that will allow them to understand clearly, to think deeply, to judge wisely, and to have the courage to live their lives on the great principles and convictions of biblical truth as they engage an innovative and digitally-based global community.
read more
Meet a Mom – Meet Emily Calidonio the HTX Brow Queen
Houston Community is tight-knit and so supportive! Most of my business has come from word of mouth and referrals. I am so grateful to be part of such a wonderful and supportive city.
read more
Honduras: Your Next Family-Friendly Destination
Honduras is quickly becoming the next destination for family-friendly vacations. From snorkeling in the second largest barrier reef (after Australia), swimming with dolphins, zip lining, exploring caves, exotic wildlife viewing, there are many things to do in Honduras. Tourist attractions in Honduras also include ancient Mayan ruins, majestic villages and colorful celebrations. There is truly something for everybody in the family to enjoy.
read more
Doorstep Digital: Preserving Memories for a Lifetime
A moms’ dream: Digital Doorstep provides organization and archiving of people’s precious memories while offering creative archiving methods including albums, artwork, video and more.
read more
Top Four Winter Family Getaways by Travel Advisor (and Mama), Michelle Jackson
With fall in full swing and temperatures starting to drop, now is the perfect time to start planning your next family vacation. But the pressure of choosing a destination that everyone will love can feel overwhelming! So we brought in mom and SmartFlyer travel consultant, Michelle Jackson, to share a few of her favorite destinations for a winter retreat. 1. Puerto Rico Just a quick 4.5-hour flight from Houston’s International Airport, Puerto Rico is a great destination for families with only a few days to unwind. Post-Hurricane Maria,...
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