I’m probably not alone in saying this but I haven’t had a library card since i was in school and it was part of second grade reading class to get one. That is, until COVID-19 hit and suddenly my evening happy hours turned into reading hours. Hey, wine was still involved so no complaints. Instead … Continue reading
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Book Review: Live the Life of a 1950s River Oaks Socialite in The After Party
Want to take a trip back in time and experience what Houston was like in the 1950s from the eyes of River Oaks socialites? Spoiler: it doesn’t seem much different from today. Lavish parties, Lamar high school drama, oil money out the wazoo. Anton DiSclafani details all the drama in her newest book The After … Continue reading
A Few of Our Favorite Things: March
It’s March — which is basically nearing Houston’s summer. Even though we’re back to cool days, we have sweaty ones just ahead. We’re thinking about pool and beach time and immediately heading for the gym, snacking on protein bars and low-cal chips or doing juice cleanses. While the rodeo has left town, we’re just gonna fill … Continue reading
5 Houston Books That Are Perf Presents for Adults
Every year I have this problem. What the ef do I get older people? Like, not trying to be offensive to anyone, but finding gifts for a friend is easy: They’ll like what I like (for the most part). And, for people my age, if all else fails there’s probably something they need (bc we … Continue reading