Listen, we’re no stranger to floods here in Houston (re: Tax Day and Memorial Day floods), but this is just getting ridiculous. And actually, Houston’s got a lot of problems that have built up to these floods. (Read this Texas Tribune/ProPublica article for more). Even understanding the climate change issues, urban sprawl and zoning … Continue reading
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Inside the Buffalo Bayou Cistern “Rain” Exhibit
Take a little staycation adventure this month and grab a ticket to the first (of hopefully many!) art installation inside the Buffalo Bayou Cistern. If you’re unfamiliar with the Buffalo Bayou Cistern, you should read my recap of what it is and where to find that that I published when it opened earlier this summer … Continue reading
When It Rains, It Pours! 10 Things to do When It’s Raining in Houston
Is Houston going to rain on your parade this weekend? Don’t let it ruin your Sunday Fundays and Girls Night Outs.Let’s talk plan Bs for when the heavens open up… again. 1. The Galleria. Pros: Underground parking—leave those umbrellas at home, tons and tons of food, ice skating, hair cuts, and duh shopping. Cons: … Continue reading
Running Brays Bayou and Hermann Park
Halloooo running world! I’m making progress on my half marathon training plan and this past week I ran the longest amount of consecutive miles ever (10 miles)! Constantly breaking my personal records here. It’s pretty fun and I’m crazy proud of how far I’ve come. Also remember my New Year’s resolution to not skip that … Continue reading
Running the Rice University Trail & Run for Wellness 5K
New Year’s Resolutions This week marked the “happy half-way” point in my half-marathon training and just about two months left until the Woodlands Half Marathon. I’ve gone from dreading three-mile runs to actually looking forward to sprint sets and exploring new trails for my long runs. It’s been a big transformation, but I still have … Continue reading