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Ask Aunt B

B Dear Aunt B, I have young children. I want to make Christmas special. I want there to be meaning, not just flash. I do like the flash of the holidays, but I want more. I don’t know how to compete with all my children’s friends and their families. How can I have fun and make meaning too?
Migrating Whooping Cranes Arrive on Texas Coast

Migrating Whooping Cranes Arrive on Texas Coast

Migrating Whooping Cranes Arrive on Texas Coast

On November 1, the first pair of whooping cranes of the year were spotted flying toward the Aransas National Wildlife Refuge on the southwest side of San Antonio Bay. Their arrival is about 10 days later than last year, but well within the typical arrival window, according to Kevin McAbee, U.S.
100 Years Ago This Month: Historical events from December 1923

100 Years Ago This Month: Historical events from December 1923

100 Years Ago This Month: Historical events from December 1923

The month of December has been home to many historical events over the years. Here’s a look at some that helped to shape the world in December 1923. •The Gleno Dam bursts in the Province of Bergamo in the Lombardy region of Italy on December 1.

Marriage

Dear Connor and Leslie Ann, Congratulations on the day of your wedding. I wish to impart some advice to you two. You should know, however, this is not my advice, necessarily.
Migrating Whooping Cranes Arrive on Texas Coast

Migrating Whooping Cranes Arrive on Texas Coast

Make Your Own Luck

What exactly is luck? Why do some people appear to be luckier than others? Is luck a question of chance, fate, or are there things you can do to improve your luck? Actually, being lucky isn’t just a matter of luck at all.
Gaylord Texan Resort Officially Opens a Magical Winter Wonderland of  Ice, Snow, Gingerbread, Holiday Lights, Festive Décor, Grinch, and MoreGaylord Texan Resort Officially Opens a Magical Winter Wonderland of  Ice, Snow, Gingerbread, Holiday Lights, Festive Décor, Grinch, and More

Gaylord Texan Resort Officially Opens a Magical Winter Wonderland of Ice, Snow, Gingerbread, Holiday Lights, Festive Décor, Grinch, and MoreGaylord Texan Resort Officially Opens a Magical Winter Wonderland of Ice, Snow, Gingerbread, Holiday Lights, Festive Décor, Grinch, and More

Gaylord Texan Resort Officially Opens a Magical Winter Wonderland of Ice, Snow, Gingerbread, Holiday Lights, Festive Décor, Grinch, and More

For the past two decades, Gaylord Texan Resort has welcomed visitors to enjoy Texas-sized holiday activities and festive décor as part of its annual Lone Star Christmas event. Every year gets bigger, better, and brighter – and this one is no exception!
The Other Dina

The Other Dina

The Other Dina

I remember that random Sunday in the fall, somewhere in 1987. Dillan was just a baby. It was the first, or maybe the second, year car seats for babies became a thing. He wasn’t walking yet, at any rate. We had been to my in-law's house that day, a lazy, enjoyable family time.

What Can We Take To Heaven?

Jacob Braude tells the story of a man who hadn’t seen an old friend in years. “How is your wife?” the man asked. “She’s in heaven,” replied the friend. “Oh, I’m sorry.” Quickly realizing this was not the appropriate response, he added, “I mean, I’m glad.” And that was even worse.