Leader1109b

Page 1B • The Leader • November 9, 2013 • www.theleadernews.com

MHNW on Stress Management

��

Don’t Stress Over the Holidaze by Cynthia Lescalleet For The Leader Take one holiday season. Add anticipation, expectations, gifting, work deadlines, budgeting concerns and school or child care demands. Flavor with visiting extended family. That’s a recipe for stress, said Naureen Ahmeduddin Brink, D.O., a family practice physician afﬁliated with Memorial Hermann Northwest Hospital. Stress isn’t seasonal, but some of the triggers can be. “People put a lot of pressure on themselves this time of year,” she said. And, yes, it is possible to stress about being stressed. As the holidays loom, it’s tempting to work late into the night to catch up or get ahead. It’s common to skip lunch and do errands instead. Just don’t be surprised if that contributes to the stress rather than relieves it, Dr. Ahmeduddin Brink said.

RESPOND. RESET. REPEAT.

Stress can be acute or chronic. Acute stress is the classic “ﬁght-or-ﬂight” response to a situation. Among its signs are a higher pulse rate and a heightened awareness of surroundings; these symptoms tend to disappear when the trigger event is resolved. Acute stress can be the excitement of anticipation or the jolt that helps us avoid, say, a car wreck, the doctor explains. Without a break between acute stress triggers, however, there’s no chance for the body and mind to reset their response mechanisms. That’s when chronic stress results, potentially affecting all aspects of daily life, from the physical to the behavioral. “You almost don’t realize you’re in a constant state of stress,” said Dr. Ahmeduddin Brink. “It’s still possible to function at high levels of productivity.” But there is a toll. Some symptoms might include fatigue, muscle aches, anxiety, headaches, scattered thinking, irrita-

bility, weight gain or loss. Given such a range of symptoms, chronic stress is often diagnosed by a process of elimination, Dr. Ahmeduddin Brink said. Stress can be a cause, as well as a symptom. That’s another reason to seek a medical opinion if you think stress is interfering with everyday living. An annual physical that includes an open discussion of what’s going on in your life can help pinpoint the precise causes of stress, and the effects stress may be causing on your system. For more pressing symptoms, however, such as chest pains, severe headaches or high blood pressure, the doctor emphasizes the importance of seeking prompt medical attention.

��

TRY THESE AT HOME

Stress-busters include the very things we ﬁnd hardest to do, Dr. Ahmeduddin Brink said, such as: • Maintain a healthy lifestyle – as in eating healthy food in correct amounts. • Sleep six to eight hours a day. • Unplug from the “tether” of technology and have some quiet time. • Make time for a relaxing activity. “Find something you love and make the time to do it,” she said. In fact, she often prescribes “rest and relaxation” as homework for many of her stressed-about-stress patients. Meanwhile, try to identify and eliminate the triggers for your stress. Learn to delegate. Ask family or friends to share in the many tasks and responsibilities involved in preparing for the busy holiday season. “If you try to do it all and do it all alone, you won’t be good at any of it,” she said. It might help to plan a little in advance. Write down what’s realistic, what’s expected, and what needs help. One trick is to ask for help early. It also helps to say “no.”

��

Naureen Ahmeduddin Brink, D.O. oﬀers advice for holiday stress relief. (Submitted photo) If you are seeking a family physician, Memorial Hermann Northwest Hospital can help. Call 713-222-CARE (2273).

��

Faith combats disease by Michael Sudhalter michael@theleadernews.com

North Houston resident Lorenzo Diaz lost 106 pounds in nine months and weighed 162 pounds in December 2012. (Submitted photos)

Diaz beat weight odds by Michael Sudhalter michael@theleadernews.com When North Houston resident Lorenzo Diaz was a sophomore in high school two years ago, he decided it was time to make some lifestyle changes. “I wanted my junior year, to be something I remembered positively,” said Diaz, now a senior at YES Prep North Central. “I started working out and getting more active. I knew I had to do something before it was too late.” Diaz, 17, stands 5-foot-11 and in April 2012, he weighed 268 pounds. Through a dedicated approach to diet, exercise, healthy choices and portion control, he slimmed down to 162 pounds by last December.

That allowed him to trade in his 44-and-42 sized pants for 32s. He’s since maintained his weight at 162 pounds and is working on building strength through workouts. “I feel a lot better,” Diaz said. “It’s easy for me to get up and do things now. It makes me feel a whole lot better. I don’t feel shortness of breath anymore.” Diaz, who plans on studying Journalism or Mass Communication at Texas State, said getting in shape has helped him socially as well. “Once I saw the (pounds) keep dropping, it was a conﬁdence booster for me,” Diaz said. “I’m easy to approach. Before, I was in my own shell.”

see Diaz • Page 2B

Candlelight Plaza resident Bill Scott has spent the past 30 years ensuring the financial health of his clients through Scott & Associates of Texas, which is located in The Preserve office park. He hosts a Saturday morning radio show, “Mature Money Matters” on News 92 FM. But after facing a serious health issue, Scott, 51, has come to understand the importance of spiritual health, through a weekly Men’s Scripture Group that’s held every Thursday morning at the Harriet and Joe Foster Family YMCA on W. 34th Street. “In order to grow your relationship with Christ, you have to grow your knowledge of Christ,” Scott said. “It’s helped my marriage, helped my faith and my knowledge of The Bible. I’m reading books of The Bible that I’ve never read in my life.” Scott grew up in Shepherd Park Plaza and graduated from Waltrip High in 1980. He met his wife of 31 years, Mary, in a sophomore Geometry class at Waltrip; she’s now the chief compliance officer of Scott & Associates, and they have three children -- Lauren, 27, Sarita, 22 and Jake, 12, -- all of whom attend or attended Houston ISD schools. “I like the fact that the neighborhood is being rejuvenated by young families,” Scott said. Five years ago, Scott was recovering from his second back surgery when he felt pain in his toes that eventually went up to his thigh. After a fifth opinion, Scott found out he had Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy (CIDP), an auto-immune disease that attacks covering of peripheral nerves. “It attacks it incorrectly thinking it’s the enemy,” Scott said. For four years, Scott received weekly infusions of Intravenous immunoglobin (IG). “I was chronically tired, but it reduced the pain,” Scott said.

��

Bill Scott credits personal Bible study with remission of disease. (Photo by Michael Sudhalter) The IG infusions stopped becoming effective, so Scott began taking medically prescribed steroids. Scott gained a substantial amount of weight, lost staff members and almost got a divorce. “Roid Rage is real,” he said. A year and a half ago, Scott spoke to his father-in-law about attending a weekly Bible study and around that time, a friend called out of the blue to invite him to one. “It was a pretty strong sign to go there,” said Scott, who hasn’t received treatment, or steroids, for the CIDP in 18 months. Scott, a member of First Baptist Church who became a Christian in 1995, said the re-emphasis on his faith has helped him ﬁnd happiness and face a disease that’s now in remission -- although the pain persists. “Other people praying on my behalf increased God’s ability to hear,” Scott said. “Twenty people praying for the same thing is better than one. I do believe prayer works. A disease is in remission that normally doesn’t remiss.”

��

Now you can book your time online. Scheduling your next appointment just got simpler. memorialhermann.org

Page 2B • The Leader • November 9, 2013 • @heightsleader

Bereavement groups help loved ones cope with loss By Betsy Denson betsy@theleadernews.com Brenda Spurlin’s husband Don was diagnosed with cancer a few months after they moved from Ohio to Oak Forest to be near their two daughters. Spurlin credits Houston’s medical community for the extra time Don got to enjoy his family. He told Brenda that he wanted to live long enough to attend a friend’s New Years Eve party, and he did – dying in early January 2013. Knowing the end was near “didn’t make it any easier,” said Spurlin. What did was the birth of her ﬁrst grandchild the day Don died as well as a tight knit group of friends. The couple had been part of a trivia group that met regularly. “Don made a couple of people promise not to let me be a hermit,” Spurlin said. The trivia crew has morphed into a happy hour group but Spurlin still participates. She is thankful for those who knew her husband and continue to talk about him. Oak Forest’s Susan Soto joined a more formal support group. She lost her husband in a 2008 automobile accident and subsequently took advantage of Houston Hospice’s bereavement program. “Only men and women who have experienced the loss of a

Brenda Spurlin’s daughters and grandchildren have helped with her grief. spouse can truly understand what you are experiencing,” said Soto. “Watching others move through their grief process as you move through your own helps you realize that everything you are experiencing is a normal part of the process.” Marti Nelson, director of the bereavement services at Houston Hospice, said that the use of hospice services is not required. However, her ofﬁce does send out mailings to the families of hospice patients for a year after a death. Nelson said they offer a variety of free support groups, including those speciﬁc to the type of loss. They also have referral services,

one-on-one counseling, and a yearly seminar called Empty Place at the Table, which helps people ﬁnd ways to cope with the holiday blues. While Nelson acknowledges the sorrow inherent in her job, she also said it is very fulﬁlling. “We get to watch people come back to life,” she said. There are other support groups in the immediate area open to the public. Sister Charline Schlebach is involved in pastoral ministry at St. Ambrose Catholic Church where a support group meets every Thursday afternoon. She said that the majority of the members have lost their spouses,

but there are also those who are grieving the death of a child or other family. While there is no set program, participants learn from each other. “They can look at someone who has just started and then at someone who is further along in their journey and feel hope,” said Sister Charline. In addition to the Thursday meetings, widows and widowers convene for a meal twice a month. Sister Charline said, “Some are from the parish and some aren’t but they all want to stay in touch with each other.” St. Stephen’s United Methodist Church on W. 43rd Street hosts another local grief support group on Thursday evenings. Helen Jourde and Jeanne Peters facilitate the nationally recognized GriefShare program, which includes 13 weekly sessions and encompasses all types of bereavement. Attendance at every session is not mandatory and participants can start anytime. The non-denominational program is available to anyone and is free with an optional $15 workbook. The Dec. 12 meeting will deal with Surviving the Holidays. The church has a Solitaires group for widows and widowers as well which meets monthly for lunch. On Nov. 19, the Solitaires

more than 60 widows and widowers who meet the second Thursday of each month in the evenings. St. Stephen’s co-facilitator Jeanne Peters notes that at this time of year with the shortened days and coming holidays, people’s grief becomes most poignant. “Grief takes as long as it takes,” she said. “Whether it is new or not, anyone is welcome.”

will host a seminar with Pastor Kevin Otto, and wife Ginger, for those dealing with any kind of loss. Houston’s First Baptist Church on Katy Freeway takes people through the GriefShare program too on the ﬁrst and third Thursday evening of every month. Sherry Oradat with First Baptist said they also have a fellowship group of

�� • Wheelchairs • Walkers • Canes • Ostomy • Wound Care • Diapers/Underpads • Pillows • Braces • Bath Safety • Nebulizers • Support Socks • Scrub Sets $9.99

Rollators with Seat, Brakes, and Basket!

BIOFREEZE

All sizes in stock and 10% off with the coupon below

For a limited time only

��

�

Regular $129.99 (*10% coupon not valid on $99 Rollator Special)

Medicare-Medicaid-Free Delivery*

(713) 880-4000

1714 W. 18th Street (At Ella Blvd) Houston, TX 77008 Se Habla Espanol

www.CompleteMedicalSupply.net

Bring this coupon for:

10% OFF All Medical Supplies

Not Valid On Rentals, Uniforms, or Special Orders

Monday - Friday (9am-6pm) Saurday (10am-5pm)

What are the

Heights entrepreneur has unique weight product

Diaz • from Page 1B

Johnston, who earned degrees in finance and Heights resident Bennett Johnston said he’s spent accounting from New York University, began regularly most of his 27 years yo-yo dieting and trying to figure out some helpful ways to supplement diet and exercise. taking ice baths, cold showers and winter-time walks in Manhattan, along with diet and exercise. “Diet and exercise will always be the keystones of “It’s a supplemental method,” Johnston said. “You weight loss,” Johnston can’t wear this and just go off and eat whatever you said. want.” The Houston area Johnston found that constantly purchasing ice for native began researchbaths was time consuming, so he utilized his entrepreing weight loss when neurial spirit to come up with Slimice, a pouch with he read an article about Michael Phelps, a frozen gelpack that people could wear for about 20 minutes a day to apply the same cold temperature. the Olympic swimmer He went public in July and has sold about $2,000 who’s earned 18 gold of the product since he began marketing it, mostly medals. through referrals to friends. The product sells for $39, According to the ar- Johnston is marketing including taxes. ticle, Phelps consumes the “SlimIce Pack.” Johnston said medical research supports the cold 12,000 calories per day temperature approach, but he strongly emphasizes that and stays fit, but the the thing that surprised Johnston it’s not a “cure-all.” but it “makes the body work harder was the fact that Phelps burns most of those calories through the temperature differential between the body when it’s cold.” 11.625x10.5 – Michael Sudhalter and the pool. Leader Ad_Layout 1 10/29/13 11:32 AM Page 1

Diaz works out regularly at the Harriet and Joe Foster Family YMCA on W. 34th Street and has recently been asked to become an instructor for the Les Mills Body Attack course, which is described on its website as “a sports-inspired cardio workout for building strength and stamina.” In addition to the YMCA, Diaz enjoys running in his neighborhood and in Memorial Park. Diaz has overcome challenges throughout his life. He was born without one of his hands, but he rarely thinks about it because he’s learned to do things effectively. In the Mills course, he said he’ll “ﬁgure out different ways to switch up the workout.” Diaz’s efforts have inspired his parents, both of whom lost 40 pounds, and his classmates, who often ask him for weight loss tips. “My advice is stay determined and don’t see anything as an obstacle,” said Diaz, who emphasizes a diet that includes salads, fruits, vegetables and grilled chicken.

in the area?

The Leader wants to get them ﬁxed. email us at news@theleadernews.com (pictures welcome)

ENJOY THE BEST OF ALL WORLDS IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD THAT YOU LOVE!

OPENING FALL 2014!

Maintain long-time friendships, community ties, and personal interests while simplifying your life. From beautiful suites with quality amenities and services to delicious meals and stimulating activities – The Village of The Heights offers distinctive retirement living with thoughtful, individualized care.

CALL TODAY TO LEARN MORE ABOUT BECOMING A “CHARTER CLUB MEMBER” AND HOW TO RECEIVE EXCLUSIVE MEMBER ONLY SAVINGS!

713-623-6767

License Pending

ASSISTED LIVING • MEMORY CARE 1407 Studewood • Houston, TX • www.villageoftheheights.com

Page 3B • The Leader • November 9, 2013 • @heightsleader

Neighbors: Tyras enjoy trip to Phillipines By Elizabeth Villareal elizasgarden@outlook.com Maria and Garrett Tyra arrived back home from the Philippines where they stayed in Manila for 11 days. Maria’s grandparents, Vincent and Inez Quevedo, live there and Mrs. Quevedo recently underwent two brain surgeries, so Maria and Garrett went to keep them company and to help with the rehab process. Mrs. Quevedo is walking and recovering well. Garrett said, “Amazing what the body can go through at the age of 80 years old, and still learn new things and how to do the most basic things again … like walk, eat, use chopsticks, and the best of all … play Mah Jong! We stayed up many nights playing this in their condo. We had a full view of downtown Manila from our 20 story condo. It was pretty amazing!” Maria’s parents David and Ellie Petersen and Garrett’s parents Donda and Chris Dye kept their 8-year-old-son, Titus, while they were away. While in Manila, the couple attended Mr. Quevedo’s 81st birthday party where they enjoyed Lechon, which is a full pig roasted and served with its skin, head, and feet intact. Garrett reports it was an experience of a lifetime and said somehow he managed to keep all of his real estate transactions going smoothly while being 13 hours ahead of Houston, which is quite a magical feat. Welcome home, y’all! Parents in a few of our area public schools have begun prayer groups for the children, teachers, administrators and staff within them. I

Garrett & Maria Tyra, in front of the Taal Volcano in the Phillipines. (Submitted) was inspired when I learned about this and wanted to share the idea with you. These parents consider themselves gatekeepers to everything which makes its way to their children and strive to protect their hearts, minds, physical being, etc. They pray to keep all of the children safe in all ways. They also ask teachers, staff and administrators if they have prayer requests (which are kept strictly conﬁdential) and pray for them, too. A group called “Gatekeepers” meets at Frank Black Middle School and a similar group from Lamar High School meets regularly. Our outgoing neighbor Alisha Cunningham, part owner of Caliber Girl, enjoyed her ﬁrst show in Uvalde at the Hunters Round Up event recently. Along with her business partner, Chelsea Young, Alisha made new fans and experienced brisk t-shirt sales. Later that evening, Alisha and Chelsea celebrated the day’s success at the Lone Star Saloon listening to Kyle

Parker perform live. Ladies who embrace ﬁrearms and want to express it can purchase an authentic Caliber Girl t-shirt. If women feel uncomfortable with a ﬁrearm, Caliber Girl encourages women to take a self defense class or shop for a weapon they will feel comfortable with, and to always be aware of their surroundings. For more information, visit their website at calibergirl.net. Get well soon wishes go out to our friend and neighbor Cindy Atkinson Medina! Cindy sustained a nasty cat bite after kindly bringing a young stray into her home on a Thursday. Within hours the bite was painfully infected even though she carefully cleaned and treated it herself, and by Friday morning Cindy was whisked by ambulance to Methodist Hospital. Cindy’s children Ryan and Tiffany Elder (who will receive her B.S. in Nursing this December), and her husband, Cesario Medina, kept her entertained between the Rockets

game and frequent blood draws, and she is truly grateful for all of the calls, texts, emails and prayers of friends. Abby and Emily Aldis enjoyed the recent Switchfoot concert almost as much as their mom, Laura Aldis, did from the third row! The tickets were a very thoughtful anniversary gift from Jeff to Laura for their 22nd anniversary this past August. Unfortunately, Jeff couldn’t attend, but Laura took some great pictures for him. Recently, I had great fun and thoroughly enjoyed being gifted with and sharing plants with a few of our neighbors – and just absolutely loved the unexpected plant exchange. Caroline Brown Altomore needed someone to dig up and remove some Encore azaleas and a beautiful lemon balm from her front yard to make way for a new garden – so I showed up with my shovel in hand, and she also gave me a bougainvillea which I promise to carefully nurture. Mickey Kleinhenz gave me a few baby fig trees he started which I am sharing with family, and a nameless neighbor put some plants out on his front curb with a “Free Plants” sign. Thus I was thrilled to pick up a few butterfly bushes and a penta. This weekend I brought home a bag of healthy English Ivy trimmings to start. I almost forgot to mention the four Knockout Roses I pulled from a dumpster behind Billy Hartman’s office about 3 weeks ago (with his permission, of course). I’ll let you know how the plants do, but everything looks gorgeous and has new growth except for the roses which experienced serious trauma, but spring will tell the tale there. Anyone want a start of English Ivy?

OFHOA raises enough to help with security next year by Michael Sudhalter michael@theleadernews.com The Oak Forest Homeowners Association has raised approximately $250,000 for its S.E.A.L.S. security program, which began patrolling the neighborhood last Friday. “I’ve seen one or two instances where people have expressed they’re happy with something that they’ve done,” Oak Forest HOA president Craig Powers said. “It’s really early, and we’re not even close to seeing what the ultimate payoff will be for having them.” The fact that Oak Forest HOA exceeded its minimum goal of approximately $168,000 means that the S.E.A.L.S. will have four patrol ofﬁcers dedicated to 180 hours, as opposed to the minimum, which would have been three ofﬁcers for 120 years. “We were always hoping we’d get beyond the minimum response and have additional patrol,” HOA security chair Lucy Fisher-Cain

said. There will be ofﬁcers on patrol every day, but S.E.A.L.S. and the HOA are not publicizing patrol hours for security purposes. Payments continue to come in for the program, but they will be used toward continuing to fund the program next year. The HOA will also spend approximately $3,000-$4,000 on administrative costs for the program. That will cover mailing costs to approximately 5,000 OF residents and “costs associated with handling the money,” said Fisher-Cain. “We want to make sure everybody who is handling the money is appropriately bonded,” FisherCain said. S.E.A.L.S. hotline number is 832-900-7017. According to an HOA e-mail, they offer vacation watch, home security inspection, residential safety escorts, free self-defense classes and discounts on S.E.A.L.S. sponsored CrossFit and Concealed

Handgun license classes. They advise subscribers with alarms to have companies list 911 as their

ﬁrst responder, and S.E.A.L.S. as their second responder in case of an emergency.

��

�� Ad # ?????

WHY WAIT IN LINE?

Let Us Deliver Your Medicine Directly To Your Door! Pharmacy Service

Ask for Gidgette or Sherita

Notary/Faxes/Copies Ask for Maria

Postal Service Ask for Mary Lu

5740 W. Little York ß 281-447-7648 Fax: 281-447-7740

Now you can book your time online.

Waltrip committee focuses on concerns over bond issue Waltrip High School hosted a community meeting from 6:30-8:30 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 7 for a presentation from the architects and project manager for the planned renovation of the school facility using monies from the approved Houston ISD 2012 bond project. “The community will get a look at what’s going to be done,” Dr. Jon Enloe, president of the Waltrip Alumni Association, said before the meeting. “It’s really good that we’re having these community meetings. What’s being proposed will be in the community, and it holds HISD’s feet to the ﬁre.” Enloe is one of about 30 people from the community -- teachers, parents, alumni and students -- on a committee that’s working to make sure the construction process is eﬀective.

“This is taxpayer money,” Enloe said. “We have the right to know (how it’s being spent).” HISD is planning to add 64,000 square feet of additional classroom space that would accommodate 1,900 students at Waltrip. The school currently enrolls 1,635 students. There’s $30.1 million allocated to the project, but that includes demolition, reconstruction and renovation -- all of which will be discussed at the meeting. Many of the rooms in Waltrip are outdated. For example, the band has nearly 200 members, but the room where it meets is only equipped to hold 50. The Waltrip Alumni Association urged parents, students, community leaders, and everyone interested in the renovation project, to attend the community meeting.

� ��

Scheduling your next appointment just got simpler. ��

Memorial Hermann’s online scheduling tool, ScheduleNow, lets you schedule and conﬁrm your appointment with just a few clicks. Visit our website to choose the best time and reserve your spot today at Memorial Hermann Northwest Hospital or the Memorial Hermann location near you.

PCPs • Specialists • Mammograms • Physical Therapy Sale Extended By Demand

��

Designer Frames

$100 OFF Select Designer Frames. Some restrictions apply. No other Discounts or Insurance apply. Must present coupon with Order. Expires 11/30/13

��

Exam &

Offer includes Eye Exam and two boxes (6 pairs) of Acuvue Oasys contact lenses. No other Discounts or Insurance apply. Contacts Must present ad with Order. Expires 11/30/13

Great Selection of Designer Eyewear

1337-B W. 43rd @ Ella Blvd. 713-686-3221 w w w. t v o f h . c o m (fax) 713-686-8446

memorialhermann.org

THE C CLASSIFIEDS.

Page 4B • The Leader • November 9, 2013 • www.theleadernews.com

Wanting to run a classiﬁed ad? CALL 713-686-8494 Monday - Friday. We accept credit cards.

ADULT CARE

WANT TO BUY

��

TOP CASH PAID FOR YOUR GUNS: FFL concealed handgun classes. 713-694-4867. (TF)

Yard Sale HELP WANTED 812 Fisher

Sat 11/9 8am-2pm

Misc. furniture, books-all-kinds, ladies plus size clothing XL-3X, shoes, jewelry, photo frames, artwork. Lots of kitchen misc: cleaned out cabinets

Yard Sale 1023 Tulane

Pack rats unpacking! Cleaned out everything! Women’s Clothes, Girls to 2T, Nick nacks, antiques, art, junk

Garage Sale Ella Lee Forest Lots of great items Cash only

HUGE

Garage Sale

Saturday 11/9 8am 5834 Spruce Forest

Toys, cookware, bedding, furniture, linens, drapes, jewelry, X-mas decorations

MANNA - DONATIONS AND HELP WANTED VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: Your neighborhood thrift store appreciates any and all donations. We can arrange pickup for large items or large donations. Call 713-686-6440 or donate at 1806 W. 43rd St. Thank you. (TF)

FOR SALE

Thurs 11/14 - Sun 11/17 8am-4pm

Fri/Sat Nov 8&9 8am-4pm 1507 Del Norte

Plus size full length Mink coat $100 Plus size white Fox Cape $75 Very good condition Cash Only See at 1507 Del Norte Garage Sale Fri & Sat

Got China?

The holidays are coming! Vintage China Collector selling EVERYTHING! Noritaki, Haviland, etc. Complete sets & lots of misc.

Sat/Sun 11/9 & 11/10 8AM 1327 Sue Barnett Cash Only

Garage Sale

ESTATE SALE: Nov. 8-9, 8 a.m. HELP WANTED 402 Vashti. Furniture, household items, clothes.

Bering Memorial United Methodist Church • 1440 Harold 281-435-1665 (Montrose Area) 3 floors of gently used merchandise: Furniture, linens, collectibles, small kitchen appliances, dishes, glasses, pottery, electronics, books, yard equipment, toys, clothes, stuffed animals, framed picture, antiques & Christmas Store

GARAGE SALE: Nov. 8-9, 8 a.m.2 p.m. 4520 DeLange. Christmas items, clothes, furniture, electric weedeater, gas edger, baby quilts. “He who has something to sell and whispers it into a well, is not as apt to get the dollars as he who stands up tall and hollers.” Advertise!

AUTOS & TRUCKS 1987 CHEVY PICKUP TRUCK: 250 engine, two gas tanks. Good work truck. Good motor. $2,500. 281-964-9901. (11-16) 1981 LINCOLN MARK VI: One owner, good condition. Very low mileage. Phone 713-868-4546, 713-862-1324. FORD MERCURY SABLE (1999): Great body, runs very well, $2,200. 832-884-9762.

CA$H TODAY For Unwanted Cars,

Sat., November 9th 8am to Noon

• New/Clean 4 Door Silver SUV • Approx $35-$55 per/hr • Short & Long - term options

HELP WANTED

Medical Assistant

OWNER OPERATORS: Are you ready to work for an industry leader? We offer great pay, hometime and 100% paid fuel surcharge on all loaded miles. Call A&R Transport. Come see how we roll. 888-202-0004. (11-9)

FOR SALE

��

REPUBLIC ARMS GUNS & AMMO

��

3344 E.T.C. Jester

713-682-5549

www.republicarms.com WE BUY/SELL GUNS: Top cash paid. FFL concealed handgun classes. 713-694-4867. (TF)

��

TUPPERWARE AVAILABLE: Call JoAnn Lord at 281-9233729. (TF)

Seeking Administration Assistant for a Small Construction Ofﬁce

HOSPITAL BED: Oversized, like new. $1,000 obo. 713-690-1447. (11-16)

Job Duties Include: • Accounts Payable • Data Entry • Clerical duties such as ﬁling, faxing, scanning etc. • May be required to assist with special projects (Excel reports) Requirements: • Must have prior administrative experience in the construction industry • Knowledge of Lien Laws • 3-5 years of experience in performing administrative assistant duties. • Intermediate level of Microsoft Ofﬁce software experience required. • Must have working experience with QuickBooks • Superior written and oral communication skills are a must • Professionalism, dependability and ability to adapt to an every changing business climate. • Organized and detail oriented

MOVING: 16.1 cu. ft. freezer, $100; sofa, $100; Chippendalestyle dining room table w/eight chairs, 88” x 48”, $500; queen bedroom suite includes dresser, mirror and nightstands, $400. 832-439-4845, 281-970-3323. (11-16)

Please email your resume to conniem@gonzalesce.com

NEEDED

INDIVIDUAL WORKERS AND/OR SMALL CREWS • Concrete Flat Work • Stone Work • General Construction Carpentry Contact James Wolﬁnger

713-467-1683

� Custom Cut � Memor y Foam � Chair Pads � Couch Cushions � Mattress Foam

Silver Star @

832-622-5023

2217 W. 34th, Ste. A.

713-686-6622

Johnny & Rhea Danna, Owners RETAIL CENTER www.thefoamstore.com WHOLESALE PRICES

ARE YOU MISSING SOME PHOTOS? 1½ pounds of photos found on Oak Forest Drive, south of Du Barry Nov. 1. Call 713-681-1820.

Memory Foam Mattresses the

FOAM store

713.686.6622

SLEEP BETTER

DRIVERS: Co. teams, singles and owner op’s. New pay package. Great home time. 100% D&H. Dedicated lanes. No slip. CDL-A, 2 years experience, 23 min. yoa. 855-817-8447.

MECHANIC NEEDED: Applicant will have experience in construction ﬂeet and equipment. Must have a valid driver’s license. Bilingual in Spanish and a commercial driver’s license a plus. Apply at 1509 W. 34th St., Houston, TX 77018. Applications will be accepted between 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. only.

��

BEAUTY SALON EQUIPMENT FOR SALE: All $5,000 obo. Five of each - stations, styling chairs, chandeliers, shampoo bowls w/chairs and supply/towel cabinets, microwave, refrigerator, W/ D. Call David, 832-646-1617.

MECHANIC WITH EXPERIENCE on Econoline vans needed. Experience with A/C, alternators, brakes and suspension. Tools required. Salary commensurate with experience. 713-681-3600.

BARMAID/WAITRESS NEEDED: Apply in person. FT/PT, days, nights, weekends. Catty-Corner Ice House, 895 Wakefield, 713-294-2054. info@cattycor nericehouse. com.

��

THE FOAM STORE

LOST & FOUND

HELP WANTED

��

BLUE MOON ANTIQUES: Antiques and collectibles. Providing estate sale services. 3311 Ella. 832-286-7882. www.bluemoonantiqueshouston.com. Like us on www.facebook.com/bluemoonantiqueshoustontx. (TF)

Driving Services

1846 Harvard Street, Houston, TX 77008 Only 4 hours so don’t be later!! We have an assortment of booths from the antique to the eclectic and everything in between, including

Antiques • Gifts • Collectibles Furniture • Housewares • Clothes Handmade Items and Much More!

936-648-3967

WOODLAND CEMETERY: Two plots. Woodlawn price, $1,850 each. My price, $3,000 for both. 713-232-9396. (11-16)

Private Driver & Driving Services

HELP WANTED

for front and back ofﬁce duties for Solo Internist ofﬁce at Ella and North Loop. Email resumes to: tcorpeningmd@att.net

Military medals, patches, knives, etc.

MOVING IN/MOVING OUT? Call Frank to haul off trash/junk. 832893-5697. (TF)

Trucks, MTX & RV’s Not running OK

Don’t miss the

at the HOUSTON HEIGHTS WOMAN’S CLUB

WWII or Earlier...

FOUR FAMILY GARAGE SALE: Opening 8 a.m. Friday and Saturday, Nov. 8-9 at 1300 Cedar Post, just off of Blalock and Westview. Clothes, bicycles, toys, Christmas dÈcor, china, glassware, McCoy, Anchor Hocking Wexford, vintage hats/boxes and many other collectable items. Dealers welcome.

832-646-6103

��

WANT TO BUY

MULTI-FAMILY GARAGE SALE: 4709 Lido, 77092. Saturday, Nov. 9, 7 a.m.-2 p.m. Furniture, brand name clothing, tools.

2 jeweler working benches, jeweler tools, 1 digital exercise bike, 3 entertainment units with lightning & much more.

November 8 & 9 Friday 8am - 3pm; Saturday 8am - 2pm

HELP WANTED

GARAGE SALE: 713 Sleepyvale. Saturday, Nov. 9, 8 a.m.-noon.

4622 Ella Blvd. • 713-686-2559 Saturday 11/9

GIGANTIC FALL SALE

ks No Chec it Cred ver Cards o O . $25 K

713-349-3697

Sell it fast with an inexpensive Leader classiﬁed.

BUS DRIVERS NEEDED FOR CHURCH SHUTTLE: Approximately six hours a week. Must have CDL and passenger endorsement. Call 713-681-3600.

Preschool/Extended Care Director Position Needed

Advent Lutheran Church is seeking dynamic, religious and motivated person. Multi-year experience and references required. Please email your resume to: resumes@adventhouston.org

INSTRUCTIONS ACADEMIC K-12 AND INSTRUMENT/VOICE TRAINING for children and adults. References upon request. Maestro Harold de Frietas, 956-802-9895. AIRLINE CAREERS: Get trained as an FAA certified Aviation Technician. Financial aid for qualiﬁed students. Job placement assistance. Call Aviation Institute of Maintenance - Dallas 800-732-1069 or Houston 800481-8920.

Full-time Nanny Wanted The parents of a newborn boy are looking for a live-out, full-time nanny to work MondaysFridays. The family lives in the Oak Forest/ Garden Oaks area. The right candidate will have experience with infants, verifiable childcare references, be able to legally accept employment in the United States, and be able to read, write and speak in English fluently. Candidates also will have a valid driver’s licence, good driving record, have access to a car, and be a non-smoker. If you fit this description, this family is looking to fill the position in mid-December for a week before the holidays, resuming full-time after the New Year. Interested candidates please contact: meghan.mcelvy@bakerbotts.com or (text) 832-350-4186 or (phone) 713-689-8443.

LAWN & GARDEN GUIDE LET THESE PROFESSIONALS ASSIST YOU WITH YOUR LAWN & GARDEN NEEDS

��

Verdeco

Professional Lawn Care Verdecolawncare@gmail.com • Professional Lawn Care • Mowing/Mulching • Landscape Installation • Fertilizing

Residential/Commercial FREE ESTIMATES/Credit Cards

��

713-703-6406

Al’s

Frusco Landscape & Irrigation Co.

Experienced LAWN & TREE SERVICE

Since 1975

Landscaping • Insured Satisfaction Guaranteed

• Sprinkler Systems • Drainage Systems • Design • Installation • Service & Repair We specialize in Sprinkler Repair

Al Rojas 713-863-7310 Cell 713-416-1092

Ranger Tree Service

Specialize In Dif�cult Removals, Trimming and Planting of New Trees Free Estimates

Insured

Gardening Makeover Specialists Heights Resident

Lic.# 4876 Joseph Frusco Consultant

Gilbert’s Landscape Lawn Care

Mowing • Edging • Blowing Flower Bedding • Fertilizing

TREE CUTTING & TRIMMING

FREE ESTIMATES – 17 Yrs. Exp.

(281) 948-4879

YOUR AD CAN RUN HERE

��

New Horizons

713-298-4628

Irrigation Drainage Systems Tree Trimming • Wood Fences Flower Beds • Fertilizing

FREE ESTIMATES 713-290-0485 832-573-9229

J.R. RAMIREZ Lawn & Landscaping

Commercial - Residential Flower Bed Design Tree Trimmings Sprinkle Repair & Drainage Stone Work & Fertilization

832-541-0770

TREE CLIMBERS Expert Tree Services

281-866-8859

U S Tree Experts • Tree Removal • Shaping & Trimming Insured • Free Estimates

��

• Landscape Design & Installation • Maintenance • Irrigation • Drainage • Lighting • Pool Design & Installation

• Landscape Installation • Weather Damage Replacement • Tree Trim & Removal • Lawn & Bed Maintenance • Landscape Lighting • Organic Soil Amendments

��

www.richtersservicesinc.com

We accept all major Credit Cards

LUXURY LAWNS

LAWN EQUIPMENT PARTS & REPAIR Basic Maintenance Service Special $29.95 plus tax Applies to Walk behind mowers ONLY up to 22” cut.

OPEN M-F 8-6 • SAT 9-2

Mower Parts and Supply Co. 4560 W. 34th @ Mangum (Next to Fiesta Tacos) We service most major brands!

713-686-8306

Lawn Maintenance Landscape & Design Sprinklers/Drainage Systems Free Estimates 20 yrs. exp.

713-688-4244 David Bartula

��

• Tree Removal • Trimming • Pruning • Stump Grinding • Lot Clearing Free Estimates • Bonded - Insured www.medinatreeservicehouston.com hotmail: nicolas.medina15@hotmail.com

713-466-4612

713-301-8584

H A N D Y M A N S AV E S Y O U MONEY: Plumbing, electrical, carpentry. 281-660-0350. A TRASH HAULER: 832-3887084. Garage cleaning, house cleaning. Demo: sheds, small garages. Residential, small businesses. On time! Calvin Edwards. HOUSECLEANING BY DEBBIE: Dependable, quality service. Available Monday - Saturday. New customer specials. 832729-1124. (TF)

�� Business or Home

• Appliances • Yard Debris Garage Clean Outs Free Estimates CALL Manny Insured

281-414-8698

• Maid service • Odd jobs • House Keeping • Steam Cleaning • Organizing

832-891-1570

thedomesticgoddess777@yahoo.com

QUICK TRASH HAULING • Garage Cleaning • Lots Tree Cutting • Fence Debris Removal • Demolish Free Estimates • All Concrete

No Job Too Large Or Small ASK FOR

713-529-4174 713-723-9689

JAMES

7 DAYS

SPECIAL OCCASIONS CHARMING VENUE FOR YOUR NEXT GATHERING: Houston Heights Woman’s Club’s Historic Bungalow, perfect for small events. Recitals, luncheons, fundraisers - events up to 100 people. Grand piano, stage, round tables, small catering kitchen. Call Lizz Martin, 281217-6070, regarding this Heights landmark. (TF)

SEWING ALTERATIONS: Reasonable. Pick up and delivery. Charlotte, 713-694-0003. (TF)

PETS & LIVESTOCK �� GROOMING

5 OFF

$

3414 Ella Blvd. 713-681-6218

M&M Pet Sitting

Affordable Pet Care In Your Home Will Treat Your Loved Ones As My Own

Mitzi Bonded

Cell (713)444-8517 (713)682-5246

10% OFF Labor w/ad

713-681-4079 • 713-410-4265

www.fruscolandscaping.com

HOUSEKEEPERS, DAYS AVAILABLE: Thursdays and Tuesdays. Very thorough. Mother/daughter team. Worked for same family over 25 years. Prefer one story house. 290/610 area. Great references. Call 281-706-3138 for appointment. (11-9)

• Removal • Trim • Prune • Spray • Feed • Top • Stump Grinding Fully Insured • Free Est.

FRANK ZENIL

(832) 435-8685

713-690-TREE-(8733)

PROFESSIONALS

Espinoza Lawn & Garden

Lawn Maintenance Landscaping & Design Sprinkler Repair Residential/Commercial Free Estimates Taylor Herrmann

Call 713-686-8494 For Details

TREE CARE

713-480-9450

��

WORK WANTED

before 8:00 am Comm.-Res. • Trimming • Removal • Stump Grinding • Planting • Pruning • Trash Hauling Free Estimate • Insured Lino 281-704-6828

��

PROFESSIONAL CNA: Available to care for your loved one. Reference available. Annie, 713-6945632, 832-343-0528. (11-16)

Wilber’s Tree Service Complete Tree Service

w Trimming w Pruning w Topping w Removal w Stump Grinding Comm. Res. (of�ce) 713-545-3677 Free Estimates • Reasonable Rates • Insured

��

Dennis Clooney - Manager 25+ Years Experience • Tree Trimming/Removal • Stump Grinding • Fertilization • Construction Preparation • Residential/Commercial Insured Liability and Workman’s Comp

713-683-TREE (713-683-8733) FREE ESTIMATES

��

Call for appointment

713-682-1158

5800 N. Houston Rosslyn Houston TX 77091 Tues. & Thurs. 7am - 6pm Wed., Fri. & Sat. 8am-5pm

Royalty Pet Center Since 1976

• Grooming • Boarding • Pet Supplies 9900 N. Houston Rosslyn

713-849-9000

www.royaltypetcenter.com

Good Paws Drool Bus 832-705-0364 www.goodpawsdroolbus.com

TS

GENERAL IMPROVEMENTS PETSHOME / LIVESTOCK

Got a comment, complaint or a compliment? Share it with the It’s easy to place a Leader classiﬁed. Just call us and charge it community by E-mailing us a to your credit card. letter-to-the-editor.

��

FRA NK ’S

Medina Fence Company

Interior/Exterior

Fully Insured Fence Repair & Installation 713-466-4612

PAINT ING Sheetrock • Power Wash Free Estimates

One Free Dog Walk

J&D HANDYMAN SERVICE

I Pause For Paws

Haute Dawgs

• Dog Walks • Dog Grooming • Pet Sitting • Insured Alan’s Pet Services

Mobile Pet Spa Winner of the 2012 Angie’s List Super Service Award.

832-613-7245

832-722-7367

Alan-r-digges@swbell.net

www.hautedawgshouston.com

BURGLAR BARS: Custom made. Residential and commercial. Free estimates. 281-448-2759. www. burglarbarsandmore.com. (TF)

GENERAL HOME IMPROVEMENTS Need a little help around the yard? Our Lawn and Garden Guide has just the professionals you want.

For Your Home Repair Needs:

� Painting � Drywall � Hardi Plank Siding � Any Type of Carpentry Work � Complete Remodels TEL

• Repair Specialist • Springs • Rollers • Sections repaired & replaced • Cables

40 years' exp. • Low Rates

$10 off w/Ad (713) 682-3528

• Custom Cabinetry • Kitchen & Bath Renovations • Granite Fabrication & Installation • Granite Selections Available

Ramiro Garcia

House Painting

• Interior/Exterior GENERAL HOME IMPROVEMENTS • Sheetrock Repairs • Door Renishing • Wood Repairs • Pressure Washing

713.206.5965

Repair Specialist

www.renovationnation multiservices.com

7 DAY SERVICE

½ HP Sears Openers Installed

270

$

00

281-807-5588

SHEETROCK REPAIR & TEXTURE

713-545-3414

��

832-885-4939

WOOD FENCING Gilbert 281-948-4879 • Cabinets • Sheetrock • Texture • Driveways • Gutters

713-862-7320

• Paint • Trim • Siding • Roong • Flooring

832-208-4871

Call Sam 713-582-5500 713-686-2285

www.riograndefence.net

Adam’s

WOOD FLOORS Installation Repair Sanding Finishing

832-515-4214 FENCES & DECKS

Repair & Installation All Type Fences •PLUMBING Chain link • Wood • Ornamental Iron Small jobs welcome Call 7 Days

Jose `

Cell (281) 221-0637

Adam

Houston Heights

ROOFERS

Roong, Siding, Painting, etc.

Keep it local and call the pros.

FREE ESTIMATES

Call Gregory

832-675-2485 713-864-3755

��

BY: AJG 832-208-4871

GARAGE DOOR SERVICE

� � � � � � � • Openers • Cables � � • Springs • Sections � PLUMBING � � Repaired & Replaced � � � 281-352-3350 � � 713-545-6162 � 24 Hrs/7 Days � � Se Habla Espanol � �

HOME REMODELING

• Painting • Sheetrock • Tile Work • Roong • Carpentry • Carpet • Concrete • Power Wash • Burglar Bars • Brick • Trees FREE ESTIMATES - Hector

281-827-4447

��

HELP YOU WITH YOUR HOME REPAIRS • Painting • Ceiling fans & Lights • Drywall • Carpentry • General Repairs • Door Locks

��

25 Residential & Commercial Years • Shingles: Flat - Tile - Metal • 5" and 6" Seamless Gutters • Carports • Carpentry • Free Estimates

713-664-1815 AMS Remodeling

COMMERCIAL - RESIDENTIAL • Custom Homes • Garages • Room Additions • Kitchens • Bathrooms • Hardi Siding Free Estimate

713-680-2019

ROOFING Wood Floors by SERNA BROS.

Serving NW Houston Since 1973 FREE estimates

713-688-3277

R’ Us

• Sand • Finish • Installation New or Old Flooring

HEIGHTS KEY SHOP

Located in Heights since ‘58

742 W. 20th

713-861-7112

Our Guide To Northwest Houston is packed with local information you just can’t ﬁnd anywhere else ... elected ofﬁcials, civic associations, entertainment venues, youth sports leagues and much more. Just visit www. theleadernews.com.

Ice makers, Disposals & Water Heaters • Same Day Service • 6 Days A Week • All Work Guaranteed Tommy Smith713-984-1894

281-763-0635

QUALITY CONCRETE WORK

At Reasonable prices

1

House Keys $ 25 10% OFF Service Calls Dependable Citywide Service

•Patios •Driveways •Room Additions •Expedient Work American Made “God Bless America”

713-703-8488 Jim

HOWDY'S HANDYWORK • Carpentry - Cabinets to Patios & Decks • Painting, Interior/Exterior • Sheet Rock Repair & Installation

FREE ESTIMATES DAVID OJEMAN 713-682-8033 Ad # 11-09 20 Yrs. Exp. - 30 Yr. Resident

LEADER PUZZLER SOLUTIONS

��

When you want results, advertise in The Leader.

Cooling & Heating Res. - Com.

��

�� • Commercial

$20 OFF

TACLB010963C

American Standard Authorized Dealer

with this ad

• Residential • Commercial Refrigeration

10 Year Warranty

NEED SERVICE?

OAK FOREST REPAIR Refrigerators • Dryers • Washers

Best Appliance Repairs Refrigerator Clicking? Not Cooling Properly? Leaking Water? Most Repairs $95 Don’t throw it away!

Ranges • Ice Makers

(713) 681-4343 (713) 232-0045

Call Today!

713-263-7979

KINARD’S Appliance Service

David’s

GENERAL HOME -IMPROVEMENTS Washers Dryers

Dishwashers - Ranges 281-350-6255 713-857-2050

��

713-660-0370 713-GO-GREEN

713-460-COLD(2653) www.acmanhouston.com

www.713-gogreen.com

TACL B27781E

Don’t Wait Til It Breaks Down!

J&V

A/C & Heating Service

Fall Special Checkup $49.95 $1800 (Goodman)

50 BTU Furnace Replacement

Seniors Discount • Most CC Accepted

713-628-2039

Licensed & Insured - TACLB019197E

All Makes & Models “We Make House Calls”

I Buy cracked Flat Panel TV’s 1622 W. 23rd

��

Best Appliances Repairs

NEED SERVICE?

Best Appliance Repairs Washer won’t drain or spin? Dryer won’t get hot? Most Repairs $95

• Refrigerators • Freezers • Stoves • Dishwasher Free Trip • Washers Charge with • Dryers Repair

713-263-7979

Most �� Repairs �� $

Same Day Refrigerator Repair

95

Since 1995

If we can’t repair it, you don’t pay a dime.

Air Conditioning Sales � Service Repairs � Cleanings

Don’t Throw It Away Call Today!

Refrigerator & Appliance Repair GOFAR Services, LLC.

3511 Pinemont Suite A-1 Houston, TX. 77018

(713) 681-4343 (713) 232-0045

713.263.7979

PLUMBING

Aaron’s

Since 1974

PLUMBING Drain & Sewer Cleaning #17773 - 7 Days a week

825 Curtin 77018

PLUMBER

713-695-2222

SONNY’S REPAIR SERVICE Independent Master Plumber

Joe Petrovich

ALWAYS UPFRONT PRICE$ “I want to be YOUR plumber” Call Sonny and SAVE! Single Homeowner Discount

Repairs & Remodels ELECTRICAL SERVICES Complete Plumbing Services

Est. 1979 Ins. RMP #18131

Insured • Lic. #M8922

PLUMBING Since 1977 Free Est. Shop 281-442-7863 Cell 281-831-2302

832-465-5325

��

713-248-0763

��

$20 OFF

��

Licensed and Insured MPL #40046

Low Price Guarantee

• Repiping • Water Heaters • Gas Test • Drain Problems • Sewer Camera Inspection • Faucet Installation and Repair • Water Leaks and Much More

peters-plumbing.com

Follow us on Angie’s List

Charlie's

PEROT

ROOFING 713-688-6463

FAST SERVICE Commercial & Residential Complete Services

Specializing in

• Custom Kitchen and Bath Cabinetry • Entertainment/ Home theater • Library/Bookcases • Cabinet refacing PAUL HORVATICH, OWNER

713-539-1718

• Modify cabinets for new appliances • Home ofﬁce • Painting/sheetrock • Plumbing/electrical • Flooring/Tile • Pullouts/ accessories

PLUMBING

REPAIR & REMODEL SPECIALIST ��

$20 OFF ad

SAME DAY SERVICE

with

��

713-667-7500

www.perotplumbing.com

MasterLicense License#17909 #17909 • Bonded • Insured • Located in Bellaire Master • Bonded • Insured • Small Shop Quality Work Free Estimates • Senior Citizens Discount

IDEAL PLUMBING Residential - Commercial

WALL TO WALL, WE DO IT ALL!

UPSCALE YOUR HOME OR BUSINESS

CUSTOM Millwork & Cabinetry. Trim & Countertops. General Remodeling & Custom Tile Work. Residential & Commercial

GRADY GREEN REMODELING

• Plumbing • Sheetrock & Painting • Water Lines • Tile & Carpet • Gas Lines • Siding $35 • Disposals • Concrete discount • Faucets • Fencing w/ad • Shower pans & doors • Counter Tops • Sewer Service • Roofing • Gas test • Complete Remodeling

25 Years In Business

MASTER PLUMBER 713-466-8795 ONE CALL – ALL PROBLEMS SOLVED

(713) 681-6563

For All Your Plumbing Repair, Replacement and Installation

Grady Green - owner • grady@gradygreen.com

PRIME ROOFING

MPL 12701

Specializing in Galvanized Pipe Replacement

“Insured For Your Protection” All Work Guaranteed

• Drain Cleaning • Disposals • Tankless Water Heaters • Gas Test

GOT LEAKS? NEED REPAIR?

Call 281-836-6414

• Commercial • Residential • New Roof • Re-Roof Did you know you could still le a claim under Hurricane Ike? Call now for a FREE Inspection with an insurance claims specialist.

713-681-5001

Free Estimates

Senior & Veteran Discounts

�� www.HoustonPremierPlumbing.com

MPL#40381

RELIABLE

QUICK

281-651-STAR 281-651-7827

FREE Service Call w/Repair Senior Discount Credit Cards

MOUNTAIN AIR

Be safe & have your heating system checked.

1 yr. Warranty On Parts & Labor 10% OFF Senior & Military Discount

OAK FOREST

TACLA 28719E

50,000 BTU RUUD Furnace

TACL 6413B

190000

$

Sr. Discounts Free Estimates

+ tax

Please Call

713-468-5359

Attic Change Out PLUMBING

COMPUTERS

PEST CONTROL

Home, Small Ofce Computer Repair

Cherokee

Upgrades, Installation, Conguration (Virus-Removal) Home - NetWorking

PEST CONTROL • Termites • Roaches • Ants • Silversh • Rodents

Free Termite Inspection

832-818-4970

713-682-6801

ELECTRIC SERVICES

®

ELECTRICAL SERVICES

HAR BINGER

electric

��

References • Heights Home Owner

713-385-1576

www.houstonheightsroofers.com

��

� Quality Work � Low Prices � � Hand Nailed � Hardi-Siding � Oak Forest Area Resident 40+ years Free Estimates

REMODELING

Washer/Dryer Repair

919 Judiway • (713) 680-3530

Repair & Install BALDERAS WORK Pressure Washing CONCRETE • Driveways Painting • Siding • Sidewalks • Patios

ALL HOME REPAIR

Fully Insured Free Estimates

281-508-1718

Looking for DAILY news on what’s happening in your community. Check us online @ www. theleadernews.com

All Work Guaranteed - Free Estimates

• Room Additions • Baths & Kitchens • Hardwood & Tile Flooring PLUMBING PLUMBING • Painting • Window Replacement FREE ESTIMATES Martin Gonzales 832-472-2427

Serving Inner Loop area since 1978

Small Jobs Welcome Free Estimates

Hardi Siding • Gutters • Windows

HEIGHTS CUSTOMREMODELING HOME REMODELING MJG HOME

FENCE

• Flood Damage Repair • Painting • Sheetrock, Concrete

Re-roofs • Repairs

Credit Cards Accepted

• Termite/Water Repair • Sheetrock • Painting • Roong Repair/Replace • Shower/Bath Redo • Tile • Flooring/Carpet @ Wholesale Prices Sales & Installations

GENERAL • CeramicHOME Tile •IMPROVEMENTS Kitchen/Bath

“The Residential Roofing Spe cialists”

Choice Door

30 years experience FREE ESTIMATES

Room Additions

CAMPOS Roong

Repair or Replace Doors/Openers

281-827-5136

SIFUENTES SERVICES

www.camposroofing.com

GARAGE DOORS

832-692-0433

35 Yrs. Exp. & Leader Advertiser

281-272-6900 CELL713-569-4199

APPLIANCE & TV REPAIR

GARAGE DOORS

RENOVATION NATION MULTISERVICES

Fence Repair & Installation

20 years experience Free Estimate

Cell: 832-584-0725

��

GENERAL HOME IMPROVEMENTS GENERAL HOME IMPROVEMENT

HEATING/AIR CONDITIONING

APPLIANCECONDITIONING & TV REPAIR HE APPLIANCE TV REPAIR HEATING/AIR APPLIANCE TV REPAIR HEATING/AIR PETS / CONDITIONING LIVESTOCK PETS /CONDITIONING LIVESTOCK PETS /CONDITIONING LIVESTOCK HEATING/AIR PETS CONDITIONING /&LIVESTOCK PETSCONDITIONING /&LIVESTOCK PETSHOME / LIVESTOCK GENERAL IMPROVEMENTS HEATING/AIR GENERAL HOME IMPROVEMENTS HEATING/AIR GENERAL HOME IMPROVEMENTS HEATING/AIR

Lights-Plugs-Breakers Cover all electric needs

ELECTRICIAN All types of new

Licensed-Insured

TEL. 713-721-5490 17823

wiring and repairs

BRAVENEC ELECTRIC

D&E Electric Since 1975 Low Rates

Since 1953 - TECL 19210 Res./Comm. Wiring 713-864-4168 cc accepted bravenecelectric@gmail.com

TECL# 43460

(281) 448-8615

CRAVENS ELECTRIC Commercial • Residential Breaker Boxes • Troubleshooting Underground Specialist New Construction & Remodeling

Free Est.

281-701-9909

TECL 23126

John Kuenstle Electric,LLC

Oak Forest Resident/Ofce • Residential • Commercial • Service Licensed - Insured - 23 Yrs. Exp. �“A” ON ANGIE’S LIST MASTER #178565

TECL #25670

Native Houstonian - 43 Yrs.

832-425-2152 - Free Estimates

CARPET & FLOORING FAIR PRICES ON CARPET/ FLOORING SALES, INSTALLATION AND REPAIR: Thirtyﬁve years experience. Carpet, hardwoods, vinyl, ceramic tile. Carpet shampoo and restretch carpet. Dry cleaning now available. 713-582-5500. (TF)

REAL ESTATE

FOR RENT 12’X30’ CARPORTS: Perfect for boats, RVs, etc. Call 713-6944647. (TF) SPRING: 3-2-2. Living, den, covered deck, all tile. $975. 281-821-4644.

REAL ESTATE

WOULD LIKE TO EXCHANGE beautiful four bedroom, three bath townhome in heart of Upper Kirby District for four bedroom (or large three bedroom) home in Shepherd Park Plaza, Candlelight Plaza, Garden Oaks or Oak Forest. Beryl, 713-3039021. (11-9)

OWNER FINANCED - INWOOD FOREST: 3-2-2. Total remodel. New ﬂoors - tile/wood/granite. Large kitchen with appliances. Courtyard. Must see. Ask $115,000, $7,500 down. 832-646-1617. OAK FOREST: 1727 Nina Lee, 2-1. 8,470 sq. ft., $295K. 713864-3008. (11-30)

Buying or Selling? Call Charlee

www.PrimeRoong.com (713) 729-2585 (281) Sell 686-2315 & Install

Blinds & Shades CO. 30 yr exp - call Ron

713-899-5554 Free Estimates

ASAP

ASTRO PLUMBING & TILE ��

Heights • Garden Oaks • Oak Forest �� Same Day Service ��

��

TS

Page 5B • The Leader • November 9, 2013 • @heightsleader

��

ROOFING

��

713-849-2727

��

• ReRoof • Repair • PAINTING Siding • Windows

www.asap-roong.com

��

(281) 859-5159

ON THE MARKET REALTY Charlee@OTMrealty.com

SELL YOUR REAL ESTATE FAST

$0 Commission REBidsales, Inc. 979/830-7708 rchambers@rebidsales.com

Charlee Peddicord

Sales, Leasing & Property Management

713-906-5481 Experience and

Knowledge... A DEBBIE Powerful Combination. ELLIOTT Realty Associates

ourrealtordebbie@aol.com

SUSAN PESL REALTOR®

713-397-1916 sp e sl @ fl a s h . n e t

PREMIER PROPERTIES 713-686-5454

Page 6B • The Leader • November 9, 2013 • www.theleadernews.com

Protect your pets, bring them inside By Molly Sue McGillicutty

You probably read it here in The Leader last week but, there have been a string of cat mutilations and poisoning of pets (cats speciﬁcally) in our area. It’s possible that someone is mutilating cats in the Timbergrove area. Also, in Oak Forest and Garden Oaks, a few cats may have been poisoned. What can you do to ensure that your cat doesn’t fall victim in one of these terrible tragedies? Well, the obvious solution is to keep all cats indoors. I know...it’s hard to live with a cat who wants nothing more than to be outdoors. Believe me, I enjoy my outside time as much as the next cat. But, it’s actually against the law to let your cat roam free outdoors. In addition to the obvious dangers to your cat in the form of malicious, detestable humans, there are also cars and animal attacks to worry about. On a less dangerous note, your neighbors might not appreciate us cats using their yards as a litter box or potentially spraying things with our urine (how rude). So, what can you do to convert an outdoor cat to an indoor cat,

The

Molly

Diaries

in order to keep her safe? The best way to begin is by giving the newly-minted indoor kitty a “sanctuary.” She needs a small, conﬁned space, such as a bedroom, in order to get slowly acclimated to life indoors. According to cat behaviorist, Pam Johnson-Bennet, your cat will also need a “hideaway.” Since she’s used to being outdoors only, coming inside will be scary and new and she’ll likely try to ﬁnd an excellent hiding place. Give her several hideaway options, said Johnson-Bennet. “This is important because once she feels securely hidden, she can use that hiding place as her home base as she begins to get to know the environment. The hideaways can be as simple as open paper bags placed on their sides, boxes on their sides, boxes turned up-

side down with an entrance hole cut in one side, soft-sided pet tunnels, etc. The more hideaways you spread around the room, the less likely kitty will hunker down under the bed.” Once your cat is better acclimated to life indoors, she’ll undoubtedly need environmental enrichment, such as windows to watch the world go by, a scratching post and fresh wheat grass to nosh on... all experiences that she had outside, but can now enjoy from the safety of a home. You’ll both surely rest easier, knowing that your feline friend is safe from the dangers of the outside world.

Tails wagging for the Texans:

Dog-friendly Winston’s on Washington (5111 Washington Ave) will host Friends For Life for a Houston Texans ‘TAILgate’ before the game, 1-4 p.m. on Sunday. A sports-themed rafﬂe will take place earning funds for the shelter. Those who bring their dog in Texans gear or a wish-list donation for Friends For Life will receive a free beer. Visit www.adoptfriends4life. org for more info.

Art a la Carte: The Art Guys take to the ‘Loop’ this weekend What I love most about the host a PopUp Art Show at 736 E. Houston art scene is how entrepre- 20th St. (At Studewood), 6-9 p.m. Diane, a paper mosaic neurial the artists are. artist, will showcase her They don’t wait around newest series, “Magical to be discovered - they Birds.” Also featured are get out there and do it! Kari Steele, a sculpture Look at Houston’s own artist who creates bugs The Art Guys who creout of found objects; ated an entire career by Martin Nonhof, a woodbranding themselves crafter; and James Taylor, unique. By the way, who crafts bowls out of this weekend is their gourds. mobile “show” Loop, Mitch Cohen sponsored by Memorial Saturday, Nov. 9 City Mall. It’s all part of Arts Columnist The Art Guys LOOP their 30th anniversary event #11 of “12 Events” and details are below. will take place Saturday, Nov. 9 On National Night Out I met through Sunday, Nov. 10. The artist Diane Warkentin and her Art Guys will drive the I-610 loop husband Nathan. They are the pic- around Houston for 24 hours. ture of independent artists. The During the event, audiences may two make their living as decorative call and speak with The Art Guys painters and muralists and have directly at 832-712-6207. This started incorporating commis- phone number will only be acsioned art into their repertoire. tive for the 24 hour period of the Saturday night the couple will event.

THE CALENDAR. VETERANS DAY CHILI COOK-OFF American Legion Post 560

Come celebrate Veterans Day early with a chili cook-oﬀ at 11 a.m. Nov. 9, at the American Legion Post 560, 3720 Alba Road. There will also be games and raﬄes. Information: www.americanlegionpost560.org.

MARINE CORPS BIRTHDAY American Legion Post 560

The American Legion Post 560, 3720 Alba Road, will be celebrating the 238th birthday of the Marine Corps with a ceremony led by former scout sniper and drill instructor Gunny Sgt. Mike Campbell at 6 p.m. Nov. 10. There will be free food and a raﬄe. Everyone is welcome and in particular former Marines and their families. Information: www.americanlegionpost560.org.

HEIGHTS BUSINESS SHOWCASE 12th and Yale Streets

The Houston Heights Association will showcase business members and their services and wares -- including holiday items for sale -- at 6:30 p.m. Nov. 11 for a mix and mingle, followed by the HHA’s monthly meeting at 7. Info and registration: becky@bayoucmag.com or 713-868-7023.

Craftacular 2nd Saturday – Hello-Lucky, 1025 Studewood, Noon to 4 p.m. Open Artist Studios - Winter & Spring Street Studios, 2101 Winter St. and 1824 Spring St. Live music is new this month, featuring Niko Lorraine, who is by her own declaration the daughter of the marriage of Folk & Rock. I have to agree, phenomenal singer.

Sunday, Nov. 10

Mini Pops by Pop Shop Houston, 1657 Westheimer, between Leopard Lounge Vintage and Poison Girl. Free DIY and craft activities, and handmade art and design by local makers. Cohen is the founder and manager of First Saturday Arts Market. Contact him at ArtValet@gmail. com or visit him on the web at www.ArtValet.com.

BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS LUNCHEON Amegy Bank

Staﬀ from Big Brothers Big Sisters will explain how the program works and provide lunch from noon-1 p.m. Nov. 13, at Amegy Bank, 4400 Post Oak Parkway, 77027, in the 2nd ﬂoor conference room. Men are specially needed for the 2013-14 school year. Reservations are required. Information: ksmith@bbbstx.org, 713-860-8216.

��

Choose me

We accept Care-Credit

Oh, Rufus...“Old blue eyes” doesn’t have anything on you! Rufus is a one year old Lilac-point/Snowshoe Siamese and an absolute purrmachine. This handsome stunner has never met a stranger--be it a human, cat or dog and is the friendliest, most playful, social cat you’ll meet. He’s won hearts over at Scout’s Honor and we’re hopeful that yours will be next! Learn more at www.scoutshonor.org or info@scoutshonor.org.

��

� ��

All porcelain E-Max crowns in one ofﬁce visit!!! ��

��

Reunions

REAGAN CLASS OF ‘73 Nov. 16

Tickets are on sale for this 40-year reunion set for 6:30 p.m.midnight at the Cadillac Bar, 1802 Shepherd Drive. Cost is $65 a person through Oct. 15, $75 after and at the door and includes appetizer, dinner, dessert, music and dancing. There will be a cash bar and digital memory book. Information: www.reuniondb. com, www.facebook.com/groups/JHR73, or email Connie (Pugh) Guidry, missc1954@yahoo.com, or Patricia (Johnstone) McDonald, mcdclan@aol.com

7038 Antoine Drive Houston, Texas 77088

(e-mail) mark_e_lawton@yahoo.com

www.markelawtondds.com

Southern Dental Wants To Be

YOUR FAMILY’S DENTIST!

If the lack of dental insurance is preventing your family from receiving the dental treatment you need, Southern Dental can help!

At Southern Dental we believe you want quality dental care at reasonable and affordable prices. To prove it, we have lowered our usual and customary fees for all routine dental services and Orthodontics to save you money NOW!

Bring in your current dental treatment plan and compare

Dental Procedure Houston Area Fees Southern Dental Fees Routine Cleaning ..........................................$82 - $94 .................................$65 Anterior Tooth Colored Filling .......................$148-169 ................................$85 Just one Crown (Porcelain/Non-precious) ................. $946-1,081 .............................$685 more reason Root Canal (Anterior Tooth) ..........................$676-773 ...............................$475 to visit Complete Denture (Upper or Lower) ..........$1,562-1,786 ............................$625 Immediate denture (Upper or Lower) .........$1,664-1,903 ............................$850 SDA! Tooth Extraction (Routine) ............................$157-180 ................................$85

Call Us Today For Your Appointment

�� We accept

Medicaid for children’s dentistry.

713-861-6250

Dr. David Lewis

310 West 19th Street IN THE HEIGHTS

www.southerndental.com or Call 713-777-2777

* Houston Area fees are based on a national fee survey for the ZIP codes where SDA ofﬁces are located. The sample fees are for comparison purposes only. Individual fees may vary depending on the complexity of the treatment recommended by your SDA Texas licensed Dentist after a comprehensive oral examination. The lower fees do not apply to dental procedures that have already been started or completed.

��

�� $ 99*

MAN 1 BANK 0 Theater LaB Houston

The true story of Patrick Combs depositing a $95,000 junkmail check into his bank as a joke and the bank cashing it. The performance, written and performed by Combs, will be from Nov. 13-17 at Obsidian Art Space, 3522 White Oak Blvd. Information: 713-868-7516, www.theaterlabhouston.com.

��

Washington Heights Shopping Center

49 ��

��

713.864.2403 ��

��

�� Houston, TX 77092 ��

�� 

��

�� Introductory rate valid for Members and first-time Guests only. Actual massage and facial time is 50-Minutes hands-on. Additional local taxes and fees may apply. Offer only valid at Washington Heights location. See Retreat for details. Each Massage Heights Retreat is independently owned and operated. Franchise opportunities available. ©2013 Massage Heights, LLC.

Page 7B • The Leader • November 9, 2013 • www.theleadernews.com

The Waltrip High football team, left, must defeat Milby by more than 7 to 9 points and have either Davis or Wheatley lose this weekend in order to reach the playoﬀs. The Rams lost to archrival, Reagan, 28-14, last Saturday at Delmar Tusa Stadium. (Photo by Michael Sudhalter)

��

Ad # 34141

New Well Puppy & Kitten Exam

FREE

Routine Male Cat Neuters

Waltrip vying for ﬁnal 4A-21 playoﬀ spot Waltrip High seniors Daijah Davis, left, and Chace Daniel, were named WHS Homecoming Queen and Homecoming King, respectively, during halftime of last Saturday’s Reagan-Waltrip football game. (Photo by Michael Sudhalter)

The Waltrip High football team is looking to extend its playoff streak to five seasons, but they’ll need some help in order to make it a reality. The Rams (3-5, 3-4), who have lost four straight games, must defeat Milby High by more than 7-to-9 points at 1 p.m. Saturday at Barnett Stadium and hope for losses from Davis or Wheatley. That would result in a five-way tie. Waltrip would then own tiebreakers against Milby and Sharpstown (21 point win) but not against Davis (4 point loss) or Wheatley (22point loss). Waltrip lost to Stratford in the first round of the UIL Class 4A playoffs last season.

Athlete Spotlight

St. Thomas’ Harrison Grant St. Thomas High senior Harrison Grant became the first Eagle to win a TAPPS individual cross country championship when he accomplished that feat in a personalbest 16 minutes, 12 seconds in 3.1 miles last month at Baylor University in Waco. He defeated Mateo Mendoza of San Antonio Antonian by 10 seconds. “I was really happy,” Grant Harrison Grant said. “Our athletic director (Mike Netzel) was standing at the finish line, and he gave me a big hug. It was really exciting.” Grant, 18, has only competed in cross country since his sophomore year. He finished 20th and 14th, respectively at the state meet in previous seasons. The TAPPS 5A State Championship is annually held at Baylor. The 5-foot-9, 138-pound senior led the Eagles to a third place finish at the meet. Earlier this season, he won individual titles in the Incarnate Word Invitational and the TAPPS 5A-3 District Meet.

St. Pius X senior Kelly Stewart will sign with the Auburn University volleyball team during a signing ceremony at noon on Nov. 13 at St. Pius X, 811 W. Donovan. Stewart, the top-ranked libero in the nation for club volleyball, played setter for the Lady Panthers, whom she led to the playoffs this season. Stewart was part of district championship teams as a freshman and sophomore at St. Pius X. Other signees are boys basketball Johnathan Wiley (Texas State) and Jabali Coleman (Southwestern University), girls basketball player Daryon Fields (Texas A&M-Corpus Christi) and softball player Raquel “Rocki” Tello (East Texas Baptist). All four helped lead their respective teams to district championships last season.

Volleyball season ends

All three of the area teams that reached the volleyball playoffs -Reagan, St. Pius X and Scarbor-

49

Dog Rabies Vaccination

28

Years

8

75*

$

of quality care for your family pets

* With Wellness Exam

Call About Cat Vaccines

Forest West Animal Clinic 5315 Antoine@ Pinemont

713-688-9625

Hours: M-F 7am-6:00pm Sat. 8am-12 Noon

��

SERVING THESE NEIGHBORHOODS ��

�� janet0206@att.net

PREMIER PROPERTIES

Students at St. Pius X made a get well soon sign for Houston Texans head coach Gary Kubiak, a 1979 SPX graduate. Kubiak suﬀered a mini-stroke during halftime of the Texans’ Sunday Night Football game last week and was taken to a nearby hospital for treatment. (Photo: KHOU.com)

��

ough lost in the opening round. Reagan was the 4A-21 champion, while Scarborough and SPX ﬁnished fourth in their respective districts.

Announcing

Ryland Homes IN TOWN

W 34th St

NM

North Loop Fwy

ain St

Reserve on W. 26th St.

rB

lv d

ter Blv d

TC Jes

Reserve on Kansas

Map not drawn to scale Katy Fwy

W 20th St

Yale St

ste

Studewood St

Je

Durham Dr

TC

Shepherd Dr

W 18th St Ella Blvd

Entering the state meet, did you think you had a good chance to win? “After track season last year, I broke out, and that’s kind of when I knew, I’d be a top runner.” How did you become interested in cross country? “I started oﬀ playing basketball freshman year and found out I was good at running. I did track in the spring and cross country in the fall.” What events do you do in track? “The mile and the two mile. I couldn’t really decide if I like track or cross country better.”

Notebook: St. Pius X athletes to sign scholarships on Wednesday

$

W 11th St

White Oak Dr

Enclave on Oxford

REPAIR – INSTALLATION – MAINTENANCE

��

Homes from the $360’s

��

713-301-4702

��

R E SE RV E O N

Homes from the $360’s

enclave on

832-831-1391

Homes from the $600’s

713-301-4702

STREET

In the Houston division, prices, plans, elevations and speciﬁcations are subject to change without notice. Map is an artist’s conception for general information purposes only and is not to scale. Photographs are for illustrative purposes only. See Sales Counselor for details on available promotions and restrictions. © 2013 The Ryland Group, Inc. RH1063

we believe Leslie DelasBour, Class of 2015, is the president of the Black History Club and involved in countless other extracurricular activities at St. Pius X. She is one of the many reasons our School mirrors the face of 21st century Houston. We welcome students from more than 129 zip codes throughout the city, and our doors are open to international students from more than a dozen countries. We embrace educational, socioeconomic and cultural diversity. Scan below to learn more about Leslie and St. Pius X!

Join us for our

stpiusx.org

Tues, Nov 12 at 7 pm

713.692.3581 Follow SPX:

Facebook |

Twitter

Page 8B • The Leader • November 9, 2013 • www.theleadernews.com

��

Turn static files into dynamic content formats.

Create a flipbook