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Doctors Instruments Strike a ChordJune 2007
Doctors Orchestra of HoustonCall it an instrument switcheroo. Physicians by day, musicians at night, members of the Doctors Orchestra of Houston put down their stethoscopes, fiddle with sheet music, and transform their passion and pain into gorgeous music. Founded seven years ago by Russian-born pianist and conductor Libi Lebel, the Doctors Orchestra is composed of 80, mostly medical professionals—surgeons, … You Say You Want a ResolutionJanuary 2007
A friend and I had lunch recently at a charming Italian restaurant, and while we sipped iced tea and waited for our entrees to appear—grilled salmon and ravioli, respectively—Hannah asked what I was working on. When I told her that I was writing a story about making changes in the new year, she surprised me by asking, “Why make changes?”… A Stitch in TimeNovember 2006
In November, Houston’s weather finally turns crisp. Leaves twirl in shades of gold and rust around our feet; the crunch telling us it’s time to shop for boots and sweaters. We start pulling out our favorite Thanksgiving recipes, and snuggle under cheerful throws while watching football on TV. But it’s the old handmade quilt that everyone vies for on brisk … For the RecordAugust 2006
In 1837, James Adams stole a pig. Tried for larceny, the jury found him guilty and sentenced him to 39 lashes on his back and a branding on his hand with the letter T, for Thief. “In the minute book,” Tanglewood’s Charles Bacarisse says, “the clerk actually drew out the block letter ‘T’ so you can see what the brand … Sew ComfortingMay 2006
Some women turn a spare bedroom into an office or fitness room. Jackie Murray has a quilting studio. Pretty and warm, the Tanglewood resident works in the public school system, is crazy about her grandchildren, and has a terrific group of friends. Her home is decorated in a gracious, traditional style. Walk down the hall, however, and you discover that … |
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