Showing posts with label Houston (Texas). Show all posts
Showing posts with label Houston (Texas). Show all posts
Wednesday, February 17, 2010
Monday, August 31, 2009
Friday Photo Play Day: 2nd and 3rd Wards
In the Nature magazine article (BBC News link), British researchers used cellphones to track individuals' routes and found that people mostly visit the same few places time and time again. Knowing this, I try to see parts of the city that I wouldn't on my typical routines. Last week, I took advantage of a napping toddler in the back seat to venture around town. The following pictures were taken in the Second Ward neighborhood around the Houston Shipping Channel and the Third Ward. These are areas that I look to explore more in the future. All pix have location maps on their Flickr pages.
Wednesday, August 26, 2009
Wednesday Night Photo Post: Pretty. High.
Houstonian NarrowLarry posted some Flickr pix of the latest Orange Show Center for Visionary Art tour Getting High in Houston. Once again making me wish I could go on one of these trips. Too pricey. *sigh*
Monday, July 20, 2009
Friday Night Photo Post: Two Buildings, Near and Far
The sky was a crazy yellow the night that the skate park picture was taken.
Saturday, July 18, 2009
Here and There: Vacation Recap
Despite the large amount of time spent on the internet, I've yet to write a post-vacation follow-up since returning. So, here is a brief, bulletpoint list of the highlights, with websites and Flickr pictures.
Nice to be back in town.
- If you're driving the 10 west of San Antonio, make a point of hitting the Bear Moon Bakery & Cafe in Boerne. The drive off the highway and into the cute little town was rewarded with some great Piggies, their superior version of a Texas kolatche. Random find.
- El Paso - The House of Sugar. Gorgeous, meticulously maintained.
- Las Vegas - Visibly affected by the economic depression. It's been taking a toll on both people and neighborhoods. Never did get a chance to take pictures inside Vegas Masonic Lodge #32, as I could have during a visit to their morning coffee club, open to the public. Also sad that time didn't allow for visits to either the Neon Graveyard or the Erotic Heritage Museum (nsfw). Happy to visit Johnstons Stables. Wished that someone answered the phone while I was taking shots outside, had hoped to get inside the expansive and intriguing grounds. Very happy to go to Frankie's Tiki Room. Leaving Vegas, had great subs (A "Bobbie" & "Slaw Be Jo") at the Boulder City Capriotti's.
- Tinkertown, NM! A great off-the-beaten-track attraction. 3$ bucks well spent!
- Visited Santa Fe, MN. Had inexpensive, good food at Harry's Road House and a great night at the El Ray Inn. The historic motor lodge was the hotel highlight of the trip. Would stay there again and recommend it to road-weary travelers. All found in the AAA guidebook.
- Stayed in Holbrook, NM, a Route 66 town. Gave me a desire to do a trip along the Mother Road.
Nice to be back in town.
Wednesday, June 24, 2009
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Friday, May 15, 2009
Art Car Parade 2009 Pictures: Loads of Pix
Houston gets my love in large part due to the annual Art Car Parade. Photo websites Flickr, Photobucket and Picassa all get flooded with great pictures of the event. My shots weren't great, but lots of locals took some great ones. Below are some of my favorites. B.S. Houston Art Blog posted some great panoramic shots of the parade by local photographer Chuy Benitez.
Lastly, I got to say I agree with NeoHouston,"...the show was great, but if they were going to change one thing, I’d have the parade somewhere between late March and mid April — or have it earlier / later in the day if it’s going to be held in May..." The heat drained me of my enthusiasm for the parade. Make it just a bit earier in the year and I think loads of people would be thankful.
Now, on with the show.
Lastly, I got to say I agree with NeoHouston,"...the show was great, but if they were going to change one thing, I’d have the parade somewhere between late March and mid April — or have it earlier / later in the day if it’s going to be held in May..." The heat drained me of my enthusiasm for the parade. Make it just a bit earier in the year and I think loads of people would be thankful.
Now, on with the show.
Tuesday, April 14, 2009
Sunday Driving: Seeing the Sights Otherwise Not Seen
A Sunday drive around the Houston we never visit had me missing our camera. Fortunately, Google's all-seeing eye will eventually eliminate the need for cameras, eyes and and, eventually, memory. Included in our adventures were unexpected sculptures, roads less taken and a four-lane path to salvation. I'll start with the roadside art.
Near the 610 and 288 interchange, a collection of steel sculptures; a standing figure, flying planes, a roadrunner, a spider and more all live along the Frontage Road. Geocentric website Platial ("What and Who's Nearby") has a local user (ShootHouston) who attributes the works to the Texas Pipe & Supply Company. So... it must be true. Google Earth does seem to back it up, with a collection of industrial buildings and stacks of pipes neighboring the art.
Near the 610 and 288 interchange, a collection of steel sculptures; a standing figure, flying planes, a roadrunner, a spider and more all live along the Frontage Road. Geocentric website Platial ("What and Who's Nearby") has a local user (ShootHouston) who attributes the works to the Texas Pipe & Supply Company. So... it must be true. Google Earth does seem to back it up, with a collection of industrial buildings and stacks of pipes neighboring the art.
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After that, it was a visit to the Buddha Light Monastery, which we read about on Swamplot. The for-sale property had a big, unkempt lot, a cute house, a large garage/shed building, the temple structure and separate bathroom facilities. For a working artist with a desire to be removed from the Houston inner loop, this would be a great place to create far (but not too far) from the city and its distractions. Live in the house, make art in the garage, display it in yard or covert the temple to a gallery (easy!). When we stopped by, it looked like a black church congregation was looking at the property. It would be perfect for that too.
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Lastly, the large statue off Synott Rd. is part of the Sri Ashtalakshmi Temple Houston JET Vedic Learning Center.. This stretch of road is chock-full of churches, temples and houses of worship, making it a place that I hope to revisit once a camera is purchased.
Wednesday, February 18, 2009
Wednesday Night Photo Post: The Odd and the Childish
This last month has been adventure-free, thus explaining my few actual blog posts. While the photoposts have been a lazy way of adding a weekly update to the blog, they were never meant to be the main content of the site. That being said... here is this week's photo post.
Stickers from the Children's Museum of Houston adorn the corner street signs near the venue. The closer to the main entrance, the more complete the coverage.
Sign at the Heights Lodge 225, Independent Order of Odd Fellows - Houston TX, originally uploaded by Mr. Kimberly.
The 14th St. Odd Fellows Lodge. Home to the David G. Burnett Museum of Texas History. Oh, you know I got to see that place!
Stickers from the Children's Museum of Houston adorn the corner street signs near the venue. The closer to the main entrance, the more complete the coverage.
Sign at the Heights Lodge 225, Independent Order of Odd Fellows - Houston TX, originally uploaded by Mr. Kimberly.
The 14th St. Odd Fellows Lodge. Home to the David G. Burnett Museum of Texas History. Oh, you know I got to see that place!
Wednesday, February 11, 2009
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Tuesday, January 06, 2009
Neon Poisoning's Blog Writer Voted "Foxy Houston Blogger" By Houston Blog Neon Poisoning
Houston Magazine (so hip it's a total bitch to find on Google, try it!) wrote about three Houston bloggers as ones to read. See if you can find something... incongruous in the article's second paragraph.
My reaction to 66% of the bloggers mentioned in the Houston blogger article residing in NYC is the same as if I lived in New York and was told the best NYC bloggers to read were currently residing in LA. I mean, really? This is the best you could do?
Houston Magazine's Chicago-Based Publisher - Modern Luxury
"...One is a snarky Manhattan based socialite and self-proclaimed 'style snob' from a powerful H-town fam. Another is an artsy babe who knits on the bus, and from his new Brooklyn home, offers wacky fashion news and poetically wary observations about the world. The third is an affable Heights Hipster with design and shopping tips to spare..."It was In(side) the Loop that posted pix of parts of the article. She lives in Houston. Thus making her the third blogger in the article. Copious internet research has not unearthed the other two and I have yet to go to an over-priced boutique store for the purpose of tracking down said magazine.
My reaction to 66% of the bloggers mentioned in the Houston blogger article residing in NYC is the same as if I lived in New York and was told the best NYC bloggers to read were currently residing in LA. I mean, really? This is the best you could do?
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Houston Magazine's Chicago-Based Publisher - Modern Luxury
Wednesday, December 17, 2008
Wednesday Night Photo Post: Other Houston Photographers - "The Never Ending Addition House"
From meltedplastic entry...
"This house located in the 2200 block of Wichita Street in Houston, Texas has been added onto so many times and with so many styles I really do not know what to think. But I love the witch on a broomstick weather vane at the top of the tallest tower. Check out that deck too. "
A coworker drove me by this place on Monday. Made me very happy. So, in celebration, I will be looking for great houses of visionary genius in Houston and tagging them "With Neighbors Like That..."
Friday, December 12, 2008
Housewives and Beer Drinkers of Houston: Reality. Really? Really!
Part 1:
My dream reality show: "Hour of Power with Dave and Rachael," hosted by Dave Attell (accomplished alcoholic/comedian and former host of Insomniac with Dave Attell) and Rachael Ray (bubbly, bouncy, mini-Martha Stewart and good-time gal). Dave and Rachael pound a shot of beer every minute for an hour and take on various food and strange social quests in a new city every episode. No city has a population more than 200,000 and none of them are in English speaking countries.
Hilarity ensues.
Part 2:
The wife and I were at our respective computers, when she started snickering.
Dear God, why?!! Why must we know about more pneumatic, highlighted, shrill, soon-to-be ex-trophy wives and their compulsive consumption and laughable "talents"? The only thing good about the timing of this new show might be how the rich and shallow handle (or don't handle) the impending economopocalypse (financial meltdown). Oh, the tragedies that will ensue! See how the folks of River Oaks survive with all that they hold dear.
"How can I be seen in a 2-door Bentley? What will the neighbors think?"
*Sigh*
My wife thinks I should try to get on the show, seeing as how I am a househusband and baby wrangler. Let's look at the show's Craigslist posting and see how I do...
Veteran Hollywood Reality TV Producer is casting NOW for:
Real Housewives of Houston
Ladies, we are looking for REAL women of Houston.
- Totally sexist!
Requirements:
* 20-50 yrs old
- Sadly closer to 50 than 20 :(
* Group of 4-8 friends
- Hmm... nope.
Looking for fun, outgoing, photogenic, attractive Houston ladies who all lead
real, interesting, lives.
- I blog and surf the internet ALL the time! That would make for great TV!
* A flair for TEXAS styles and TEXAS fashions a must- When I show up in my denim miniskirt, cowboy boots, a longhorn's shirt and rhinestone earrings, I'll be a total shoe-in. What else would a person from California expect a Texan housewife to wear?
Once again I'm sure my feelings about humanity will be reconfirmed when Bravo starts airing this quality new show. But something tells me that there will be some televised entertainment about the men of Houston that will be equally deserving of snark.
Attn: Male Beer Drinkers between the ages of 25-34
We are recruiting for 4hr focus groups, on the 16 December, in the Houston area. In the group you will share your beer drinking experience and expertise. If you are selected you will be compensated for your time. All participation is confidential.
If interested please contact us by emailing leaving:
Your name
Your age
Your Location (City you reside)
Best phone number to reach you:
Best time to call:
Best email to reach you:
Please feel free to pass this on to friends that you think might qualify
I'll totally do that!
My dream reality show: "Hour of Power with Dave and Rachael," hosted by Dave Attell (accomplished alcoholic/comedian and former host of Insomniac with Dave Attell) and Rachael Ray (bubbly, bouncy, mini-Martha Stewart and good-time gal). Dave and Rachael pound a shot of beer every minute for an hour and take on various food and strange social quests in a new city every episode. No city has a population more than 200,000 and none of them are in English speaking countries.
Hilarity ensues.
Part 2:
The wife and I were at our respective computers, when she started snickering.
"What?"
She says, "They're going to be filming the "Real Housewives of Houston."
Dear God, why?!! Why must we know about more pneumatic, highlighted, shrill, soon-to-be ex-trophy wives and their compulsive consumption and laughable "talents"? The only thing good about the timing of this new show might be how the rich and shallow handle (or don't handle) the impending economopocalypse (financial meltdown). Oh, the tragedies that will ensue! See how the folks of River Oaks survive with all that they hold dear.
"How can I be seen in a 2-door Bentley? What will the neighbors think?"
*Sigh*
My wife thinks I should try to get on the show, seeing as how I am a househusband and baby wrangler. Let's look at the show's Craigslist posting and see how I do...
Veteran Hollywood Reality TV Producer is casting NOW for:
Real Housewives of Houston
Ladies, we are looking for REAL women of Houston.
- Totally sexist!
Requirements:
* 20-50 yrs old
- Sadly closer to 50 than 20 :(
* Group of 4-8 friends
- Hmm... nope.
Looking for fun, outgoing, photogenic, attractive Houston ladies who all lead
real, interesting, lives.
- I blog and surf the internet ALL the time! That would make for great TV!
* A flair for TEXAS styles and TEXAS fashions a must
Once again I'm sure my feelings about humanity will be reconfirmed when Bravo starts airing this quality new show. But something tells me that there will be some televised entertainment about the men of Houston that will be equally deserving of snark.
Attn: Male Beer Drinkers between the ages of 25-34
We are recruiting for 4hr focus groups, on the 16 December, in the Houston area. In the group you will share your beer drinking experience and expertise. If you are selected you will be compensated for your time. All participation is confidential.
If interested please contact us by emailing leaving:
Your name
Your age
Your Location (City you reside)
Best phone number to reach you:
Best time to call:
Best email to reach you:
Please feel free to pass this on to friends that you think might qualify
I'll totally do that!
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