Sarah Williams

Fellowship on the Vine

March 2008
Walter Christopherson's wine collection includes one of the rarest wines in the world, Domaine de la Romanée Conti Montrachet. (Photo: ##http://www.andrewsphoto.com##www.andrewsphoto.com##)

Merlot, pinot noir, Burgundy, sauvignon blanc. The world of wine is large, varied—and hard to navigate. Hoping to bridge the information gap, wine collectors share why they love wine and why you should too.

Walter Christopherson has been interested in wine since early adulthood. “My parents always had something nice with dinner,” he says. “That sparked my interest.” He’s since …

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Legal Briefs

February 2008
Tree

The law is an intimidating thing, and chances are you might feel overwhelmed when faced with a real life legal conflict with friends or neighbors. To help, local lawyers have clarified the law on common legal situations that parents and homeowners face.

Your tree falls, damaging your neighbor’s home. Are you liable?
A property owner is responsible for damage to …

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Sneakerheads

December 2007
With a collection of 75 pairs and counting, you might say that 15-year-old Ross Steinberg has a thing for sneakers. (Photo: ##http://www.andrewsphoto.com##www.andrewsphoto.com##)

Chances are you own a pair of sneakers. Maybe you own two or even three pairs. But can you recall what brand they are? And do you know what they really, truly stand for? You might not realize it, but many people put a great deal of stock in their sneakers and have a collection of 15, 30, and even …

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Be True to Your School

November 2007
As a Cougar fanatic, Cathy Coers (seen here with members of the Cougar Marching Band) has missed less than 10 UH home games since 1976. (Photo: ##http://www.andrewsphoto.com##www.andrewsphoto.com##)

Wild about your alma mater? Most people are, but some take to it to the extreme. With college football season in full swing and school spirit on display all over town, some of the area’s most fanatical fans shared what’s behind their intense devotion.

Cathy Coers Frank is without a doubt a Cougar fanatic. She was sure she wanted to …

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Wakeboarding

August 2007
13-year-old Brianna Vazquez demonstrates her wakeboard style at Houston’s M2 Sports.

With summer in full swing, chances are you are looking for a way to log some quality time with family and friends before fall sets in and schedules fill up. If you’re feeling adventurous, why not get out on the water? Wakeboarding is the nation’s fastest growing water sport and a fun way to beat the heat.

Ben Ghazi has …

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A New Leash on Life

May 2007
Tanglewood's Julie LaBrie took adopting a pet very seriously, visiting the SPCA almost weekly for seven months before finding Kahlua, a one-year-old shepherd mix. (Photo: ##http://www.andrewsphoto.com##www.andrewsphoto.com##)

Are you thinking of bringing a new dog or cat into your family? Before you call a breeder to find your picture-perfect pet, consider saving a life by bringing home one of Houston’s homeless animals. From purebreds to trendy mix breeds and mutts, shelters all across the city are packed with thousands of animals. And one of these potential pets …

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Love Thy Neighbor

April 2007
Tangle Lane neighbors Susan Wise, Vicky Dyer-Smith, Judy Thorn, and Howard Dyer-Smith enjoy an informal Sunday afternoon gathering. (Photo: ##http://www.andrewsphoto.com##www.andrewsphoto.com##)

Tangle Lane Club creates friendships among neighbors

Living in the Tanglewood area, chances are you know your neighbors. You probably see them out in the yard or walking on the street and give them a smile and a wave. Maybe you even share a quick conversation. That was the situation on Tangle Lane several years ago until Vicky Dyer Smith …

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Downhill Friends

March 2007
Space City Ski Club members gather at the bottom of the mountain after a great day of skiing and fun at Winter Park, Colorado.

Ski clubs create lasting bonds

With spring break just around the corner, no doubt many residents are heading for tropical locations and sunny beaches. Others may be hitting the slopes, at the tried and true snowy vacation spots—Aspen, Breckenridge, and Vail. But there’s also a great way to try out some of the lesser-known spots, and several residents want to …

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Addicted to Art

February 2007
Sculpted from pink granite by Texas artist Jesús Moroles, Moonscape is one of the many pieces of art in the Bebout’s yard. (Photo: ##http://www.andrewsphoto.com##www.andrewsphoto.com##)

For some of your neighbors, it’s a way of life. The art scene. Whether art deco, modern, abstract or contemporary, many resident art collectors feel fervently about their art collections. Here they share what’s behind their passion.

Tanglewood’s John Bebout has been building his art collection for 35 years. His affinity for collecting art began in the ‘70s, when he …

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Rose Bowl Princess

December 2006
Tanglewood’s Artie Lee Hinds (middle row, right) was thrilled to be on the Royal Court in the Tournament of Roses in 1944.

Every year, 40 million people tune in on New Year’s Day to watch the Tournament of Roses Rose Parade on TV. This year is the 118th anniversary of this legendary event held in Pasadena, California. And when one Tanglewood- area resident tunes in next month, it will bring to mind many fond memories from 62 years ago.

Artie Lee Hinds …

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Fly Like an Eagle

June 2006
Memorial resident and SCOH president Rob Ryniker says soaring is for everybody—male or female, young or old. (Photo: ##http://www.hartphoto.com##www.hartphoto.com##)

Have you ever wanted to fly like an eagle or soar like a bird? Well, believe it or not, each weekend there are several area residents doing just that as members of the Soaring Club of Houston.

Soaring—a type of flying—is done in a small engineless plane called a sailplane or glider. Aerodynamically designed to move efficiently through the air, …

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Grand Prix Races Into Houston

May 2006
This Audi prototype will be part of the exciting racing action at the Grand Prix of Houston

This May, area fans of racing are in for a real treat. On May 11-13, the Grand Prix of Houston is coming to Reliant Park. It will be the first time there has been world-class racing in Houston since 2001, when the city hosted the Champ Car Grand Prix.

“Houston hasn’t had world-class racing since 2001,” says Austin Crossley, director …

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What’s Your Major?

April 2006
Jeff Payne's passion for music led him to USC's rare music industry program.

Unique university programs

Choosing a college is one of the most important decisions of a student’s life. While many students focus on attaining a broad-range education, in recent years a new phenomenon of specialized education has emerged. With today’s competitive job market, some students are seeking to specifically tailor their education to the industry of their choice.

West University’s Jeff …

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The Reality of Fantasy Football

February 2006
Ethan Harry, David Gow, and Grant Williams (left to right) are serious fantasy football enthusiasts

With this month’s Super Bowl XL determining the 2006 National Football League champion, another important season is also coming to a close: fantasy football, which along with other fantasy sports leagues has become one of the biggest phenomena in sports.

The Buzz followed three West University Place teens through a recent season, and they filled us in on what’s up.…

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