My Christmas List Just a few days ago I thought about what I really want for Christmas. It was a list of all the things that, in a perfect world, would be different in our house. Yet, as I look back over it, I can’t help thinking about how different that list is from one…
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Features, December 2018
Welcome New Neighbors
Robson Ranch welcomes the following new homeowners to the Ranch: Laurel Athouse, Timothy Baris, Honee Berlin, Joan Biermann, Lawrence & Linda Borders, Joan Bowen, Mildred Chapman, Michael & Cora Cima, Charles Dobson, James & Evelyn Elliott, Jesse & Suzanne Hill, Noble & Gloria Holbert, Phillips & Barbara Hull III, William & Brenda Jones, Milton &…
Features, December 2018
80 Robson dancers helped blow out the candles
Nancy Toppan A milestone had been on hold for 80 years until Nancy and Pete Toppan hosted a very special birthday party for Henry Evans who turned 80 years young this year. Henry has been the social dance instructor at Robson Ranch for over 12 years. This birthday bash designed by the dance committee was…
Features, December 2018
In Passing
Joanne Whiddon Heins Joanne Whiddon Heins was born in Houston, Texas on January 11, 1945 along with twin sister, Jeanne to parents Rufus and Annie Lou Whiddon. Carol, older sister by three years and younger sister, Sharon, who was born three years later completed the Whiddon clan. Joanne attended Henderson Elementary, Jackson Jr. High and…
Features, December 2018
Jerry Geyman – 2018 inductee into the Texas Tennis Hall of Fame
Jerry D. Geyman (born 1941) has dedicated much of his life to the development of tennis in Texas. As a player, Geyman played in and won a number of both professional and amateur tennis events. In 1966, he became the first tennis professional at the newly built Garland Tennis Center in Garland, Texas. He built…
Features, December 2018
Designing With Carol
The Holiday Blues Abby McIntyre Coordinating family gatherings, getting the kids to and from their winter recitals, and finding time to search for that perfect little something for loved ones is enough to run anyone ragged at this time of the year. With everything else going on, it can seem like a daunting task to…
Features, December 2018
2 Your Health: What are you craving?
Tracy Cook Have you ever wondered why you crave a certain food or drink at certain times, like margaritas with chips and guacamole always so good or a dessert after dinner at your favorite restaurant? Ever crave curtain foods when you are happy, sad, stressed, or need comfort? There is a scientific reason behind these…
Features, December 2018
Spotlight On Advertiser: Announcing the opening of Ponder Hardware
Ponder has welcomed a new hardware store to the community recently with the opening of Ponder Hardware. The store offers a wide range of product selection at competitive prices. Owner Phil Watkins is proud to announce the opening of Ponder Hardware, a brand-new facility, which brings to the community more than 6,500 square feet of…