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hould the beleaguered executives of AIG get another $250 million in bonuses? They say the bonuses are pledged and earned. They’ve been working hard to sell off parts of bankrupt AIG and to manage under dire circumstances. Most of these folks weren’t those who drove the reckless gambling on credit default swaps that broke the company and nearly brought down the global economy. Sure, people are angry at AIG and at Wall Street, but why should hardworking executives who are doing the best they Warner Hicks:High Fashion Home 11/1/06 PM can to save the taxpayers money 2:52 (now that we own AIG) not be rewarded for their services? Should the autoworkers at Gen-
The Broken Covenant eral Motors be forced to give up their secure health care plans, and take drastic cuts in pay and benefits? They weren’t the executives who drove the company off the cliff. They weren’t responsible for the economic collapse which devastated auto sales as consumers tightened their belts. They aren’t the retirees whose benefits hurt GM’s ability to compete with Japanese and Korean companies that have no “legacy costs” for retirees. They aren’t responsible for the failure of Washington to pass comprehensive health care reform, even as soaring costs threaten to bankrupt the federal government as well as states, businesses and families. Why should workers who make up the core of America’s middle class, once the pride of this society, be stripped of any hope of achieving the modest American dream? Should teachers in California be laid off in large numbers, while classes double in size and school hours are cut? They -- or their unions -- opposed the propositions that destroyed California’s tax base. They oppose the budget rules that allow an ideological minority to Page 1 paralyze action. They opposed the governor’s repeal of the modest license tax that would have made all the difference in the current crisis. Why should teachers
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and children suffer for the follies of reckless politicians? This Great Recession is bad and getting worse. The most recent job reports show that the recession has essentially erased all the jobs created during the years of the alleged Bush “recovery.” And more layoffs, more foreclosures and more bankruptcies are coming. The socalled “consensus” forecast suggests that the economy will soon start getting better, but the people won’t. Unemployment is projected to rise above 10 percent even after the “recovery” formally begins. This is a time when Americans deserve common sense and common justice. Choices must be made; priorities must be defined. At this time, Pope Benedict XVI has issued the encyclical “Caritas in Veritae” -- Charity in Truth -- calling for a moral vision to guide our future. In the globalization that led up to the crisis, the pope writes, “the world’s wealth is growing in absolute terms, but inequalities are on the increase. In rich countries, new sectors of society are succumbing to poverty and new forms of poverty are emerging” In poorer areas, a few enjoy lavish wealth while most exist in “situations of dehumanizing deprivation.” And now in the crisis, unemployment is rising across the world. “Being out of work or dependent on public or private assistance for a prolonged period,” the encyclical warns, “undermines the freedom and creativity of the person and his family and social relationships, causing great psychological and spiritual suffering.” Everyone must be reminded that “the primary capital to be safe-
guarded and valued is man, the human person in his or her integrity: “Man is the source, the focus and the aim of all economic and social life.” The encyclical calls on governments to act, and individuals to support public and private action to build a common good. This vision says much about the choices we face. Surely, we need to help those in greatest need. The young, the urban dweller, the minority, the manufacturing and construction workers need work -- and there is work to be done. The wealthy that have both benefited from the speculation and built an economy of growing inequality should bear the greatest burden in rectifying the situation. Today, workers are continuing to lose their jobs and their homes. Banks have fended off bankruptcy, and bankers are clamoring to go back to business and bonuses as usual. The administration will have to act not for those with clout but for those with need. We must revive this economy from the bottom up, not the top down. The administration and Congress should be preparing jobs legislation to put people directly to work. We also need another round of aid to states and localities to keep employees and teachers and police from losing their jobs. In these hard times, a moral vision is imperative. “Caritas in Veritae” calls us once more to our better selves. It could not come at a better time. You can write to the Rev. Jesse Jackson care of this newspaper or by email at jjackson@rainbowpush.org.
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ayor Bill White announced that the City of Houston has prevailed in two appeals to FEMA, which will grant the City over $2.4 million in reimbursements for expenses related to Hurricane Katrina emergency housing assistance. The mayor lauded the work of City Council Members Anne Clutterbuck and Ronald C. Green, as well as City staff members, in securing the favorable appeals. “This is the kind of teamwork we work hard to deliver every day at City Hall,” said Mayor White. “Obviously, it pays off and my colleagues on Council deserve credit.” In May, Council Members Clutterbuck and Green traveled to Washington, D.C., with members of the City’s Finance and Legal Departments to meet with representatives from FEMA Disaster Assistance and defend the City’s second appeals. In late June, the City was informed that both appeals had been approved, for a total of $2,404,088 in additional reimbursement. “I am tremendously pleased that
Engagement City: TRADE During the aftermath of Katrina in the City’sMedia: appeals have now been approved,AD and that we will finally receive the outstand- 2005, the City of Houston volunteered to Insertion Date(s): ing federal funds that Houston is en- serve as FEMA’s agent in the region to orgatitled to be repaid for our consid- nize disaster-related assistance for hurricane erable financial commitment evacuees. In particular, the City managed in the wake of Hurricane the Interim Housing program, which seKatrina,” said Council cured provisional housing for over 150,000 Member Clutterbuck. evacuees until the spring of 2007. Although $48,962,351 was re“It was an honor to rep- resent t h e City i n Wa s h ington and help bring closure to this unresolved issue.” “I was very pleased to have played a key role in recovering these funds and preserving taxpayer dollars,” said Council Member Green. “The Mayor and senior staff at the City should be congratulated for their tireless efforts not to let tax payer money go to waste.”
Ad Size: 5.875” x 10” imbursed to the CitySection: by FEMAENTERTAINME for project management costs related to the interim housing program, two repayment requests for additional expenses incurred were originally denied by FEMA administrators. A first appeal for both of these requests was again rejected, under the incorrect assumption that FEMA had already been billed for these costs.
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growing number of Americans are taking a more direct approach when it comes to supplementing their income or starting a second career. They’ve taken up direct selling. Direct selling, or the sale of products and services on a one-onone basis away from a fixed retail establishment (think Pampered Chef and Mary Kay), has long been a way for many people to work parttime and add to the family income. For some, it’s also been a way to start a new business and become their own boss. For anyone interested in becoming a direct selling representative, the Direct Selling Association (DSA) offers these helpful hints: • Check to see if the company you’re thinking of working for is an Association member. If it is it must follow the Association’s rigorous Code of Ethics. • Make sure the company sells an actual product or service. If it focuses only on recruiting, it may be an illegal pyramid scheme.
• Start-up costs should be minimal. The start-up fees in direct selling companies are generally modest-usually the cost of a sales kit. According to the Direct Selling Association, interest in the business tends to rise during difficult economic times. “In 2007, 15 million Americans worked as direct selling representatives and they sold more than $30 billion worth of products and services,” said DSA spokeswoman Amy Robinson. “Representatives are their own bosses, set their own schedules around family and other obligations, and establish their own expectations.” For more information on how to become a direct selling representative, visit www.directselling411.com. Many people find that direct selling can be a satisfying way to supplement their income or start a new career.
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he NAACP celebrated its 100 year anniversary in New York, NY. The NAACP highlighted a centu-
year. The organization unveiled a sweeping initiative on criminal justice and law enforcement which will use cutting-edge
ry of “Bold Dreams, Big Victories” with a visit from President Barack Obama, Attorney General Eric Holder and many icons of the civil rights movement. The Convention took place on July 11-July 16th at the New York Hilton. “For 100 years the NAACP has pushed us to acknowledge the humanity in each other and ensure that our laws will follow suit. You (the NAACP) have inspired us to strive for that mountaintop even when the climb seemed steep and for that I honor you, I congratulate you, and I wish you another century of accomplishment as extraordinary as your first,” stated President Barack Obama. “It’s humbling to think of the progress made possible by ordinary folks who refused to settle for the world as it was and instead stood up and fought to remake the world as it should be,” concluded President Barack Obama. “New York is the birthplace of the NAACP, and it is only fitting that this great city be the host of our 100th Anniversary Convention,” stated Benjamin Todd Jealous, President and CEO of the NAACP. “We gathered in New York to celebrate the NAACP’s past accomplishments as we look toward the future of our organization. Together we celebrated our victories from the past 100 years, from Brown v. Board of Education to the election of Barack Obama. We also laid out our bold dreams for 2009 and beyond with new initiatives on the critical issues facing our nation,” concluded Jealous. A yearly tradition, the NAACP Convention sets the stage for its programs and legislative agenda for the next
technology and engage all of the NAACP State Conferences and Branches. Speakers during the six-day event also included New York Governor David A. Paterson, New York City Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg, Senator Charles E. Schumer, Representative Charles B. Rangel, Republican National Committee Chairman Michael Steele, Reverend Jesse L. Jackson, and Reverend Al Sharpton. On Thursday, July 16th, the NAACP presented NAACP Chairman Julian Bond with the Spingarn Medal. The Spingarn Medal, instituted in 1914 by the late Joel E. Spingarn, then NAACP Chairman, is awarded for the highest or noblest achievement by an American of African descent during the preceding year or years. “The NAACP and thousands of our members are responsible for many of America’s seminal moments. In each decade, we have been a powerful, transformative force helping our beloved country realize its own promise. As we move forward in this new century, there is no better place to celebrate our centennial than in New York City, the birthplace of the NAACP,” stated Julian Bond, Chairman of the NAACP Board of Directors. Locally the Houston Branch of the NAACP will celebrate the centennial with the annual Freedom Fund Gala on Friday, October 30, 2009, at the Hilton Americas Hotel. Tickets are available. For more information contact Yolanda Smith, Executive Director at 713-5263389 ext. 12 or Yolanda@naacphouston. org.
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s the family of Michael Jackson continues to grieve their son, brother and father, time is of the essence to ensure that the greatest entertainer of all time is appropriately remembered for generations to come. The family of Elvis Presley was smart in making sure that the world always will remember the musical contributions of the man dubbed the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll (even though, in my opinion, that title should go to Little Richard or Chuck Berry). Graceland serves as the gold standard for celebrity estates, ensuring a primary location for Elvis Presley fans to gather to honor him. Think about it. Frank Sinatra is seen as on par with Elvis and Michael Jackson, but there is no such memorial to Sinatra that has generated the kind of attention needed. He’s remembered, but not with the same fervor. There is no doubt that any kind of memorial/monument for Jackson would surpass Graceland in terms of attendance and revenue. For all of you who want Neverland to be it, forget about it. One, it’s two hours away from Los Angeles and is difficult to get to. Second, the rich folks who were Jackson’s neighbors would never go for it. They won’t change the laws to allow him to be buried there and
Memorial Best Way to Ensure Michael Jackson’s Legacy don’t even want to think of the traffic that would be generated by all the people (as many as 1 million) who would visit the ranch each year. Graceland is situated perfectly in Memphis, Tenn., and is easily accessible. Michael lived for years in the Los Angeles area, but it isn’t really centrally located. Frankly, the perfect choice for a Michael Jackson/Jackson 5 memorial center is the Jacksons’ original hometown, Gary, Ind. The town is less than 45 minutes from Chicago and has three airports to provide access (Chicago’s O’Hare and Midway international airports, as well as Gary/Chicago International Airport), and it is in the middle of the country. Fans of Jackson’s could travel from both coasts and from the north and the south to praise their deceased hero. The city of Gary definitely could use the tourist attraction and would do anything and everything the family wanted to make it a first-class facility. Mayor Rudy Clay says he has had talks with Michael’s father, Joe Jackson, and others about this, and they are hopeful it will happen. It should. Jackson is certainly worthy of a memorial. Lisa Marie Presley has been able to further her father’s legacy and establish a consistent source of revenue for her and her children. The same could be done for Michael’s three children. Roland S. Martin is an awardwinning CNN contributor and the author of “Listening to the Spirit Within: 50
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IT’S SUMMER THRILLS AND CHILLS HAPPENING NOW AT THE HOUSTON PUBLIC LIBRARY’S SUMMER READING PROGRAM Kids and Teens Can Register Now thru August 1, 2009 The Houston Public Library’s free 2009 Summer Reading Program Thrills and Chills is happening now. Kids and teens up to 18 years of age can chill out and enjoy the thrills of many diverse and fun programs thru August 1, 2009. They will be able to participate in exciting, entertaining, and educational programs that will help them keep up with their reading skills. To register, kids and teens can go online at www.houstonlibrary.org or visit one of Houston’s neighborhood and HPL Express library locations.
COME HELP HOUSTON TEXANS’ DUANE BROWN TACKLE KIDNEY DISEASE! 2009 Kidney Walk Team Captain KickOff Friday, July 17, 2009 6:00 pm Dave & Buster’s, 6010 Richmond at Fountainview Join us at Dave & Buster’s for a funfilled gathering and learn how you can be a part of the National Kidney Foundation of Southeast Texas’s largest Kidney Walk ever! We are excited to announce that our Honorary Team Captain for this year’s Kidney Walk is the Houston Texans’ very own Duane Brown. Register yourself or your team now! For more information, or to register for the “Kidney Walk,” please call the National Kidney Foundation at (713) 952-5499 or visit www.kidneywalk.org.
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July 26 HONORING A HOUSTON REVOLUTIONARY SLAIN BLACK PANTHER LEADER CARL B. HAMPTON On Sunday, July 26, 2009 two activities will be held to commemorate the life and death of Carl Bernard Hampton. The Gravesite Remembrance will take place at 3:00pm at Golden Gate Cemetery 8400 Hirsch Road Houston , Texas The Community Memorial will kick off at 5:00pm at 3212 Dowling Street Houston , Texas next to the PABA. The memorial will include a tour of the actual spot were Carl was gunned down by Houston police. The memorial on Dowling Street will also feature: a limited free food giveaway, survival program speakers, poets and edutainment. For more information call Carl Hampton Memorial Committee at 713-529-4254, carlhamptoncommemoration@gmail.com or visit www.carllives.weebly.com/index.html ●
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amily reunion: time for reconnecting with each other, retelling old stories, and enjoying good food and music. But what if it were also a time to protect the health of those you love? Evelyn Mason understands the importance of promoting good health among her family. She recently used a free Family Reunion Health Guide produced by the National Kidney Disease Education Program (NKDEP) to talk with her family about how diabetes and high blood pressure can put them at risk for chronic kidney disease (CKD). As in many African-American families, diabetes and high blood pressure are common in Mason’s family. However, her relatives did not know that these conditions put them at risk for CKD-and that they should have their kidneys checked.
Mason is no stranger to the effects of kidney disease. In 1992, her sister died of kidney failure. Because of this, Mason made it her mission to become the family’s health advocate. “In my family, we don’t share important health information until it’s too late,” Mason said. “We don’t want to discuss our health conditions until something serious happens that impacts the entire family. That’s why I added a health discussion to our family reunion activities. It really helped us to start the conversation about our risks for kidney disease.” To support family health advocates such as Mason, NKDEP created the Family Reunion Initiative. The Initiative was designed to help African Americans incorporate messages about CKD into family reunions. The easy-to-use Family Reunion Health Guide contains different types of tools-from simple handouts to ideas for
a family health discussion-so reunion planners or interested family members can choose the one that works best for their family and gathering. “Family members in our communities often suffer from diabetes or high blood pressure,” said Dr. Griffin Rodgers, director of the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, part of the National Institutes of Health. “Early kidney disease usually has no symptoms, so it’s very important for anyone who has high blood pressure or diabetes to be aware of the risks and get their kidneys checked.” Family reunions and gatherings offer the perfect op-
portunity to talk with loved ones who would otherwise not know they are at risk for kidney disease. The Family Reunion Health Guide is a simple tool that can make a big difference in your family’s health. You can download or order a free copy of the Guide at www.nkdep. nih.gov/familyreunion or call toll-free (866) 4-KIDNEY (1-866-454-3639) to get one in the mail.
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here would we be without family? Whether that family is traditional or nontraditional, it is the backbones of our lives and the foundation on which our lives are based. Most of us will do anything and everything to protect our family. If that sense of family is threatened, then watch out because trouble is on the way. In “Fast and Furious” trouble comes in the form of a double team attack by Vin Diesel as Dominic “Dom” Toretto and Paul Walker as Brian O’Conner. Dom is an ex-con fugitive on the run from the law in Mexico after making the ultimate sacrifice of leaving his family and true love behind in the United States. He comes back home when someone disturbs his family unit and kills his lady love Letty (Michelle Rodriguez). On his quest to avenge her death he crosses paths with an old rival, FBI agent Brian O’Conner. The hatred between the two instantly erupted in the first installment of this movie series but in this latest installment of “The Fast and the Furious” series an interesting relationship develops when the two become partners for their individual goals. O’Conner’s goal is to take down drug king cartel Arturo Braga (John Ortiz). Dom’s goal, of course, is to find Letty’s murderer. While watching the movie
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the viewer finds that in order for both men to get what they want they must unite. As in the previous three installments of this film series, there are an abundance of hot cars, hot bodies, thrilling races and death defying stunts. The special effects team worked over time to ensure that each scene was as authentic as possible. I know this firsthand due to the bonus feature on the DVD of the filmmaker’s commentary. In this segment director Justin Lin often tells how many times scenes were shot to make sure his signature look of always having car crashes end with at least one landing on its roof. He talks about what the scene was at first and how much better the end product is. Since I had not seen the previous installments of “The Fast and the Furious” series I found this feature very helpful as Lin also told how certain elements were connected to the original film and pointed out imagery that I never would have noticed. Another notable feature that might tickle viewers’ funny bones is the gag reel of outtakes from the making of the film. Paul Walker’s major watt smile is all over this thing. I get the sense it was a little hard for him to stay in character. The new DVD of this action-filled
Vin Diesel and Paul Walker return to star in Fast and Furious
film hits stores shelves on July 28, 2009. When looking for this in stores be sure to ask for the fourth installment “Fast and Furious” and not the first installment “The Fast and the Furious.” No matter what electronic viewing device is used the DVD is sure to play on it as it is available on a 2-disc Blu-ray Hi-
Def for $39.98, 2-disc Special Edition DVD for $34.98, and single-disc DVD for $29.98. The true fan will want the entire 4-disc, 4 movie collection containing “The Fast and the Furious,” “2 Fast and 2 Furious,” “The Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift,” and “Fast and Furious” for $69.98.
Investigation of Racism at HFD is a Good Thing
By H. B. (Rickey) Spivey, Jr., LCC Criminal Justice Editor
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ome members of the Houston City Council are either naïve or borderline racist, when it comes to calling for an independent agency
to investigate the horrible incidents of racism in the Houston Fire Department (HFD). In fact, an investigation is long
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overdue. The sores of racism have been festering in the fire department for too many years. As the first full time African American arson investigator as well as a fire inspector and fire instructor in the Harris County Fire Marshall’s office, I learned firsthand about the viciousness of racism from members of the HFD, who worked part-time at the fire marshal’s office as arson investigators and fire inspectors. I was called a “jungle bunny” and other racial abnormalities. When Captain G of HFD was told to move to a smaller office so that I could move into the office he previously occupied, September 11, 2001, repeated itself, but this time in Houston, TX. I was the twin towers in
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New York City being attacked by terrorists. Houston Fire Department Chief Phil Boriskie could learn a thing or two from former Harris County Fire Marshall J. J. Pruitt, who told disgruntled fire fighters unhappy with me working in his office that they could hand in their resignations. Several of them were fired. Since HFD is so steep in old time racism, I believe the Federal Bureau of Investigation should be investigation HFD. City Councilwoman Jolanda Jones is taking logical and appropriate action in an attempt to bring some resolution to this ongoing problem of racism in a public safety department charged with the responsibility of protecting the lives and property of all of the citizens of Houston. The Houston Fire Department should not be a place for racists. Chapter 5.0, “Embrace Diversity,” of the HFD’s “Strategic Plan, Fiscal Year 2006-2011,” clearly states, “The HFD will continue to work toward encouraging all members to embrace and accept the differences within the department,
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as well as those within the community we serve.” The uniform of HFD should not be worn by dirty low down racists. Out of here …… EDITOR’S NOTE: H.B.(Rickey) Spivey, Jr.,LCC has received a “Certificate of Congressional Recognition” for service to his community, a certificate from the “State of Texas House of Representative” for devotion to our community through State representative Garnet F. Coleman, Proclamations from the Senate of the State of Texas, Harris County, and the City of Houston. He also received a “Commendation for Meritorious Service” from H.I.S.D., and is the only recipient of the “Constable A.B. Chambers living Legend Award” . Former Captain Spivey who served under Constable A.B. Chambers is a law enforcement instructor, crime prevention inspector, grant writer, private investigator, and concealed handgun instructor. He is a former member of “Crime Stoppers of Houston”, and former candidate for Harris County Constable, Precinct 7. You can contact him at editorial@stylemagazine.com.
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Connecting the Dots
By Jo-Carolyn Goode Editor-at-Large
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hildren are in the developmental doctor’s appointments. Her staff at Excelstage until adulthood. Responsible E-Care Home Health, a subsidiary of Excellent Care adults, Management, who love and provides over support chil15 personal dren as they assistant sercontinue to vices as well develop, exas free delivpose them to ery services opportunities for pharmacy that give chilmedications, dren a broad free consultahorizon of the tion regardvarious eleing medicaments of life. tion history, In their expowheelchair sure children sales and may latch on rentals and to some condiabetic supcept, some plies. The idea to find mission of their true desExcel-E-Care tinies in life. is to enhance the quality of In childlife by prohood, Deavra viding quality Daughtry care and necfound her Deavra Daughtry essary translife’s purpose, portation for which was to help people. “I always had a heart for those whose health problems have caused people,” she states. “I get it from my grand- them to be functionally limited in performmother.” Helping her grandmother and ing the activities of daily living. Daughtry’s life seems like one big her friends to run small errands like to the grocery store and back exposed Daughtry game of connect the dots. From the starting to the experience of helping others and the point of her caring for her grandmother a dot is connected to her caring for children. benefits derived thereof. Little Deavra grew up to become Connect another dot to caring for the ela social worker. Though an adult, she felt derly and connect another dot to caring for unfilled and needed more development. She families. Connect another dot to caring for thought of ways that she could do more. women. Of her 526 employees, 98% perReflecting on the time spent with her grand- cent of them are women, single women mother and her friends, she decided to care with children. A very astute woman, she is for the elderly and disabled on a voluntary aware of the life that her employees lead basis. In this capacity she saw the vast need and she knows that her female employees to help this segment of the population and need a strong support system. Therefore, a light bulb went off in her head. She took she started providing in-service workshops her passion for helping others and turned it for her employees so they could become more equipped for attaining a better way of into her life’s work. Deavra Daughtry started her first life. Daughtry said, “If you build qualitative business with one employee, herself. One employees they will go out and do qualiemployee soon turned into two and after the tative work.” Professionals were brought first year two became three. Twelve years in to teach workers how to budget their filater three have become 526 employees. As nances and for them to gain other life skills. the President and CEO of the nation’s larg- Soon the employees started bringing family est personal in-home care agency, Excellent and friends to these workshops making it a Care Management, Daughtry is living a pur- community forum. To further enhance their pose filled life. “I think everyone has their lives of those coming to the workshops, own particular assignment,” said Daughtry. Daughtry opened the Empowerment Com“You have to get started….I never had a munity Center. “It birthed out of my heart problem with fear or being afraid to start. and spirit to be able to give back to the Once I get it. Once I received the confirma- community,” said Daughtry. At the center, tion that this is something that I need to be Daughtry hosts several mentor programs doing then I start and it kind of evolves.” She and opens the computer lab for the commuoffers everything from bathing and dress- nity’s use. From the community forum came ing the elderly and handicap to reminding them of their medication and taking them to the nonprofit organization, Texas Wom-
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en’s Empowerment Foundation (TWEF). Monthly in-service workshops are now held at the Empowerment Community Center to a packed audience of more than 200 people. From time to time TWEF hosts events. Editorial Director of Essence Magazine Susan Taylor, motivational speaker Les Brown, and actress Cicely Tyson have been the main attraction at some of these productions. Since the conception of this program Daughtry has literally seen her employees grow from no self-esteem to knowing their own worth. For those who can’t make it to her in-service workshop, Daughtry inspires through written word. In her first book Daughtry tells how her principles of faith have helped her maintain a successful busi-
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ness and a life in “Purpose to Blessing.” Her second book gives the application of it all, “ Yes You Can Make.” It’s her practice of always giving back that Daughtry credits for the success of her business. She is already doing enough to make the average person tired and weary but it seems as if she is just warming up. In the works for Daughtry is the opening of a senior housing facility on 8 acres of land, writing her third book, and, oh yes, a movie about her life. Through her many businesses Daughtry is always offering help to others. Learn of her giving nature by logging on to ww.excellentcaremanagement.com, www. twef.org, www.deavradaughtry.com, or www.empowermentcommunitycenter.org.
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ouston Style Magazine was on hand at the 38th Annual Summer Jazz Workshop that was conducted at Texas Southern University and Willowridge High School. Founded by drummer Bubba Thomas and the late Conrad “Prof” Johnson, the program serves more than 200 teenagers during a five-week instructional program (June 8–July 11, 2009) and features classes in theory and composition, improvisation and orchestration, and jazz idiom and career management. To cap off the workshop, participating students have the opportunity to perform at the Houston International Jazz Festival. This program has trained over 8,000 teenage musicians in its 30 year history and many have gone on to become successful Jazz recording artist, politicians, teachers, lawyers and well-rounded, productive members of the community.
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n Thursday, July 9, 2009, Houston Style Magazine was on hand at the District D Update with Councilmember Wanda Adams at the Palm Center. METRO Solutions Communities in Motion and the Greater Southeast Management District’s Business and Economic Development Committee partnered to provide a series of workshops for Southeast businesses. These informational sessions explore how local businesses can benefit from the Southeast METRO light-rail line. At the “District D Update” featuring Councilwoman Wanda Adams the topic of economic development and the latest from City Hall was covered.
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Families have found some surprising ways to make their vacations special. Take the Wenzels of Hudson, Ohio. Four years ago, they arranged a visit by the Travel Fairy for their now 8-year-old daughter, Alexandra. Instead of the money her cousin the Tooth Fairy brings, the Travel Fairy delivers gifts — a disposable camera, snacks for the car, sunscreen — for kids going on vacation. “Alexandra loves her visits from the Travel Fairy and is a great traveler,” says mom Diane. Equally inspiring: Paul Goudeau of Amissville, Va., surprised his family with a treasure hunt on their beach vacation. To pull it off, he buried a small crate filled with “pirate loot,” including candy and a pirate flag, then left a treasure map in an old bottle for the kids to find. “Now, every time we go to the beach, the kids say, ‘Maybe we’ll find more treasure!’” says mom Christine.
The Chriswells of Longmont, Colo., reminisce about family adventures when they bake cookies. The reason? Their eclectic cookie cutter collection, which includes a bat from Carlsbad Caverns, a buffalo from Yellowstone National Park and a cactus from Santa Fe. The souvenirs never fail to elicit memories. They’re also long lasting. “Unlike T-shirts, kids can’t outgrow them,” mom Kym says.
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Helping kids discover the world is an important part of travel. ■ Whenever they visit a new place, the Schaefer boys — Nathan, age 10, Nicholas, 8, and Joey, 5 — of Middletown, Del., buy books as souvenirs. Favorites include titles about manatees and dolphins from Florida, a regional retelling of “The Three Little Pigs” from Arizona, and a signed copy of Carmen Agra Deedy’s “The Library Dragon,” purchased near the author’s hometown. “This tradition not only expands our library,” mom Lynne says, “it also keeps us connected to the wonderful places we’ve been.”
■ To help her sons track their cross-country adventures, Jacqueline Martin of Houston gave them pretend passports for the United States. Every time they visit a new state or fly over one, Jake, age 8, and Joe, 6, paste a printout of its flag (Jacqueline finds them online) in their passports and write down the dates of the trip. “It’s a great way for my boys to learn about the United States,” she says.
Rather than setting aside family money for vacation extras, a number of families have come up with creative ways to get kids to save their own spending money. The Carpenters of Sevierville, Tenn., collect loose change and birthday money in individual Mad Money Jars. When it’s time to go away, they dump out their jars and add up how much each person has to spend. The best part? “You can use your mad money to buy yourself whatever your little heart desires,” says mom Vanessa. The Mohans of Eden Prairie, Minn., took this concept a step further by creating a Good Deeds Bank before an upcoming trip. Mom Marci first had her kids decorate a coffee can to serve as the bank. Then, every time the kids did something helpful around the house, she or her husband would deposit a coin. The kids’ good deeds earned them a hefty chunk of change to spend on vacation. And, says Marci, “We had a more considerate household.”
How can you turn an ordinary vacation into an unforgettable adventure? Some families share their tips for beating backseat boredom, capturing memories and celebrating their time together.
Some families swear by giving their kids a set amount of money for souvenirs and putting them in charge of how they spend it. This strategy not only eliminates those grating requests to Mom and Dad, but also puts kids in touch with how much things cost. As one reader noted, “Kids are more inclined to pinch pennies when it’s their pennies.” Another strategy, from travel writer Kim Wright Wiley of Charlotte, N.C.: hold off on souvenir shopping until the end of the day. It cuts down on impulse buys and helps ensure that kids get what they really want.
— Jodi Butler and Railey Jame Savage, FamilyFun magazine
When her kids were younger, Stacy Osment of Richmond, Va., started making them custom activity binders for long road trips. Before leaving home, she would go online and print out puzzles, games and activity pages. “The binders kept the kids busy, so they didn’t want to stop as much,” Stacy says. (To create a binder for your next trip, go to FamilyFun.com/printables, where you’ll find dozens of free word games, mazes and puzzles.)
Make the miles fly by with these clever boredom busters: ■ Sticker Detective: A road-weary 4-year-old inspired Hannah Diller to create her own prehistoric version of “Where’s Waldo?” Having exhausted her supply of tapes and books, the Austin, Texas, mom stuck a dinosaur sticker inside a magazine and asked her son to play sticker detective. “It took him a while, but he found it, and triumphantly returned the magazine — this time with the sticker hidden for me to find,” Hannah says. “We passed the magazine back and forth for a while, with me giving hints and him forgetting to ask how much longer the drive would be!”
When it comes to road-tripping with kids, getting there isn’t always half the fun. So Kelly Leavitt came up with this thrifty idea for encouraging harmony while teaching her children — ages 4 to 10 — the value of a dollar. Before each trip, the American Fork, Utah, mom buys a collection of car-friendly activity toys — washable crayons and pads, craft kits, handheld travel games — and then labels them with different prices. Every 30 minutes to an hour, Kelly gives good passengers play money, which they can use to buy a reward. “Whether they save their money for a larger item or give in to an impulse buy,” Kelly says, “the kids want to behave so they can earn their money, which ends up being nice for my husband and me too!”
■ Car-Counting Game: Tammy Young of St. Peters, Mo., invented this easy observation game five years ago, and her family has been playing it ever since. Before trips, she prints up scorecards with pictures of different vehicles and their assigned values. Points range from 1 to 5, depending on uniqueness. Minivans and motorcycles are worth 1 point, for example, while Hummers and convertible Volkswagen Beetles are worth more. Each member of the family keeps track of the cars he sees, and the person with the highest score at the end of the trip wins. According to Tammy, the game is so popular, her husband, Steve, often drives past their destination just so they can keep playing.
For many families, commemorating vacations is almost as fun as taking them. ■ Members of the Wirths family of Camdenton, Mo., collect postcards from their destinations and write highlights on the backs. Then they laminate the cards and put them together on a ring clip. “It’s exciting to see all of the places we’ve been, and the cards are inexpensive souvenirs,” says mom Stefanie. ■ The Fredericks kids of Sacramento, Calif., have mom Danielle to thank for a photo scavenger hunt that turned documenting their vacation into a game. At the start of the trip, Danielle made a list of items for the kids to find and gave each of them a disposable camera. “The cost of the cameras and processing wasn’t much considering the hours of fun my little photographers had looking at their pictures after we returned home,” Danielle says. ■ The Verdicks of Cottage Grove, Minn., collect vacation treasures from their annual camping trips — sand, rocks, mini-golf score cards — in clear plastic popcorn jugs. When they get home, they decorate the jugs and display them in their craft room as a visual reminder of how much fun they had.
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Instead of bringing along the usual movies and TV shows for a portable DVD player, try some original programming. The Dandelets of Dayton, Ohio, discovered that home movies make great entertainment for Gavin, age 6, Ben, 5, and Blair, 2. “Our kids can’t always sit through a regular half-hour show,” says mom Molly, “but they never tire of seeing themselves!”
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hen it comes to making summer fun, great snacks have to be part of the mix. Campouts, picnics, sports events and family gatherings all call for delicious tasting snacks that are a cinch to make. Best-selling cookbook author Katie Lee Joel knows all about mixing up homemade snack recipes. “My family has always loved making big batches of the Original Chex Party Mix,” she says. “Now there are so many new flavor options, such as Snickerdoodle and my signature Spiced Nuts ’n Chex Mix. And because they can be made in the microwave, they’re easier than ever to make.” Try one of these tasty options, and in about 15 minutes, you can have the perfect recipe for summer entertaining. For more irresistible ideas, visit www.chex.com/recipes.
Spiced Nuts ’n Chex Mix — Katie Lee Joel’s signature recipe
Mix it up and win! Do you have a favorite, party-pleasing snack mix recipe that can’t be beat? From May 19 to July 15, 2009, go to www.ChexRecipeContest.com and enter your Chex Party Mix recipe creation. You could win a grand prize pack including $5,000 cash, a $1,000 grocery card and a trip to the Betty Crocker Kitchens in Minneapolis for a holiday Mix & Mingle event with Katie.
Katie Lee Joel is an entertaining expert and best-selling cookbook author.
Snickerdoodle Chex Mix
Start to finish: 15 minutes 16 servings (1/2 cup each) 1/4 cup sugar 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 2 cups Cinnamon Chex cereal 2 cups Chocolate Chex cereal 4 cups popped popcorn 1/4 cup butter or margarine 1. In small bowl, mix sugar and cinnamon; set aside. In large microwavable bowl, mix cereals and popcorn. 2. In 1-cup microwavable measuring cup, microwave butter uncovered on High about 40 seconds or until melted. Pour over cereal mixture, stirring until evenly coated. 3. Microwave uncovered on High 2 minutes, stirring after 1 minute. Sprinkle half of the sugar mixture evenly over cereal mixture; stir. Sprinkle with remaining sugar mixture; stir. Microwave 1 minute longer. Spread on waxed paper or paper towels to cool. Store in airtight container.
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Honey Nut-Raisin Chex Mix
Start to finish: 15 minutes 16 servings (1/2 cup each) 6 cups Honey Nut Chex cereal 1 cup cinnamon-raisin bagel chips, broken into bite-size pieces 3 tablespoons butter or margarine 3 tablespoons packed brown sugar 1 package (3 oz) cream cheese 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon vanilla 1/2 cup raisins 1. In large microwavable bowl, mix cereal and bagel chips; set aside. 2. In 2-cup microwavable measuring cup, microwave butter uncovered on High 30 seconds or until melted. Add brown sugar, cream cheese and cinnamon. Microwave uncovered on High 1 minute 30 seconds, stirring every 30 seconds, until mixture can be stirred smooth. Stir in vanilla. Pour over cereal mixture, stirring until evenly coated. 3. Microwave uncovered on High 5 minutes, stirring every minute. Stir in raisins. Microwave 1 minute longer. Spread on waxed paper or foil to cool. Store in tightly covered container.
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Spiced Nuts ’n Chex Mix — Katie Lee Joel’s signature recipe
Start to finish: 15 minutes 16 servings (1/2 cup each) 1/4 cup sugar 1 tablespoon chili powder 1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne) 1/4 cup butter or margarine 2 cups Corn Chex cereal 2 cups Rice Chex cereal 2 cups Wheat Chex cereal 1 can (11.5 oz) mixed nuts 1. In small bowl, mix sugar, chili powder and red pepper; set aside. 2. In large microwavable bowl, microwave butter uncovered on High about 40 seconds or until melted. Stir in cereal and nuts until evenly coated. Stir in sugar mixture until evenly coated. 3. Microwave uncovered on High 5 to 6 minutes, stirring after 2 minutes, until mixture just begins to turn brown. Spread on waxed paper to cool. Store in airtight container.
The Original Chex Party Mix
Start to finish: 15 minutes 24 servings (1/2 cup each) 3 cups Corn Chex cereal 3 cups Rice Chex cereal 3 cups Wheat Chex cereal 1 cup mixed nuts 1 cup bite-size pretzels 1 cup garlic-flavor bite-size bagel chips or regular-size bagel chips, broken into 1-inch pieces 6 tablespoons butter or margarine 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce 1 1/2 teaspoons seasoned salt 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon onion powder 1. In large microwavable bowl, mix cereals, nuts, pretzels and bagel chips; set aside. 2. In small microwavable bowl, microwave butter uncovered on High about 40 seconds or until melted. Stir in seasonings. Pour over cereal mixture; stir until evenly coated. 3. Microwave uncovered on High 5 to 6 minutes, thoroughly stirring every 2 minutes. Spread on paper towels to cool. Store in airtight container.
Style Book Review “The Vixen Manual” by Karrine Steffans
By Terri Schichenmeyer Style Literary Writer
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ick to death. That’s you – sick to death of buying lingerie with no one in mind to see you wearing it. Sick of one-serving meals eaten alone. Sick of watching sappy movies by yourself, of not wearing make-up because who cares, of looking at an empty calendar filled with empty weekends. Common sense tells you there are
men “out there”, but you’d like to know where. Meanwhile, until you find one, you’re sick to death of being single. But then along comes real, downto-Earth wisdom from a surprising source: in the new book “The Vixen Manual” by Karrine Steffans, you’ll learn how to find a man, catch his eye, and keep his interest. First of all, are you single or singular? The first word describes the state of not having a man in your life. The second one is the way you define yourself. Steffans says that you must remember to remain singular, even when you’re with someone. And who might that “someone” be? Steffans says it should be someones, plural. Limiting yourself to one man in the early stages of dating is doing yourself a disservice. And don’t let anyone call you out for seeing multiple men; what you do with your dating life is nobody else’s business. You might even want to consider a younger man, but check IDs to be sure he’s as old as he claims to be. Grandma had lots of advice and, as a single girl today, you should reach back and listen to her. In Granny’s day, women came with a dowry but Steffans says today’s single girl is her dowry. When you meet a man you think you might want to
be with, have something to offer. Men love strength, confidence, goals, and a woman who cares about herself. And they love when you make an effort to know them. “Get into his head… before you get into his bed,” says Steffans. And with that, she presents tips on relationships inside the bedroom, too. I had mixed feelings about this book. On one hand, author Karrine Steffans offers (mostly) sensible advice for single girls who complain that there are “no decent men out there.” Her pointers are useable, relatively simple, and quite empowering. This is wonderful until you begin to notice that, on the other hand, Steffans often contradicts her own recommendations. For instance, she indicates that truth is essential in a relationship, then later advocates game-playing to keep a straying man guessing. She writes about how no woman should engage in casual sex, then includes several surprisingly graphic drawings depicting “adventurous” sexual positions. Part of “The Vixen Manual” is spent preaching virtue while another part avows that a “good girl” won’t keep a man around for long. Overall, this book isn’t bad but
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“The Vixen Manual” by Karrine Steffans c.2009, Grand Central Publishing $25.99 / $28.99 Canada 250 pages
- as with anything on this subject - you’ll want to winnow out the useful from the personally absurd. If you’re willing to do that and you’re not easily shocked, “The Vixen Manual” may soon have you hearing “Til death do you part.” Terri Schlichenmeyer can be reached at: The Bookworm Sez, LLC N5593 County Road C West Salem, Wisconsin, 54669 bookwormsez@yahoo.com
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other businesses at home. Under NO circumstance should you
send any money in advance or
Automotive WANTED JAPANESE MOTORCYCLES KAWASAKI,1970-1980, Z1-900, KZ900, KZ1000, H2-750, H1-500, S1250, S2-250, S2-350, S3-400. CASH PAID. 1-800-772-1142. 1-310-7210726.
Autos Wanted DONATE YOUR CAR. FREE TOWING. “Cars for Kids”. Any condition. Tax deductible Outreach Center. 1-800-597-9411
Business Opportunity $2500 WEEKLY Processing Mail. Great Opportunity! Postage, supplies furnished. FREE information. Call Speedline Publications. 1-800-957-5054 HONEST INCOME from home processing our mortgage assistance postcards. No advertising. Postage and materials provided. References available. No gimmicks. 877-774-9295. EARN $1000 weekly assembling toys from home. NO selling & NO recruiting needed! www.safwa1.com All Cash Vending! Do you earn $800/ day? Local Vending routes. 25 machines + candy. $9,995. 1-800-807-6485.
give the client your checking,
Business Services
numbers. Also beware of ads
High Cost of Cable Got You Down? GET DISH w/FREE install plans $9.99/ mo. 50+ Free HD Channels! New Cust’s only. CALL 800-240-8112
license ID, or credit card
that claim to guarantee loans
regardless of credit and note that if a credit repair company does business only over the phone
it’s illegal to request any money before delivering its service. All funds are based in US dollars. 800 numbers may or may not reach Canada.
Adoption Faced with an unplanned pregnancy? Loving couples await. Receive information/pictures; you choose. Open or closed adoption. Assistance available. Call compassionate counselor. 1-866236-7638; 24/7
ANNOUNCEMENTS LIVE YOUR DREAM! Run in the NEW YORK CITY MARATHON 2009 with Team for Kids. Guaranteed entry, Great Training, VIP Perks, Help Kids: www.TFKworldwide.org 646-758-9693
PG 18
High Cost of Cable Got You Down? GET DISH w/FREE install plans $9.99/ mo. 50+ Free HD Channels! New Cust’s only. CALL 877-554-2014
Computers A NEW COMPUTER NOW! Brand name. Bad or NO credit - No problem. Smallest weekly payments avail. Call NOW 1-800-838-7127
electronics * REDUCE YOUR CABLE BILL! * Get a 4-room, all-digital satellite system installed for FREE and programming starting under $20. Free Digital Video Recorders to new callers. So call now, 1-800-795-3579.
EMPLOYMENT MYSTERY SHOPPERS! Earn up to $150 daily. Get paid to shop pt/ft. Call now 800-690-1272.
July 16 - July 22, 2009
$400+PT - $800+FT weel/ Accurate data entry people needed. Type on computer from home. Flexible schedule, training provided. 1-800-406-1712
financial LAWSUIT SETTLEMENT Loans, Auto Accidents & Work Comp. Low fees on all cases. 866-709-1100, www. glofin.com Credit Repair. We legally remove bad credit to help raise credit scores. Members BBB. 1-888-687-1300. $NEED CASH FAST$. $500, $1000, $1500 direct to your account. No Credit History Required. Get CASH now. For Details. www. TOPPLUSCASH.com
Help wanted NOW AVAILABLE! 2009 Post Office Jobs. $18-$20/Hr. No experience, paid training, Fed benefits, vacations. Call 1-800-910-9941 Today. Ref BB02. AWESOME CAREER OPPORTUNITY. $20/hr/ $57K/yr, Postal jobs, Pd Training, Vac. Benefits. Call M-F, 8-5CST. 888-361-6551, Ext.1034
ATTEND COLLEGE ONLINE from home. Medical, Business, Paralegal, Accounting, Criminal Justice. Job placement assistance. Computer available. Financial aid if qualified. Call 800-494-3586 www. CenturaOnline.com
Real Estate ***FREE Foreclosure Listings*** OVER 400,000 properties nationwide. Low down payment. Call now 800250-2043.
BRAND NEW Laptops & Desktops. Bad credit, No credit - No problem. Small weekly payments - Order & get FREE Nintendo WII system! 1-800-932-4501
BUY FORECLOSURES Use our money! Split Big Profits! You Find, We Fund! Free Kit: 1-800-854-1952, Ext.80.
$NEED CASH FAST$. $500, $1000, $1500 direct to your account. No Credit History Required. Get CASH now. For Details. www. TOPPLUSCASH.com
timeshares SELL/RENT YOUR TIMESHARE NOW!! Maintenance fees too high? Need Cash? Sell your unused timeshare today. No commissions or broker fees. Free consultation. www. sellatimeshare.com, 1-888-310-0115
Available Space! Place Your Ad Here!
713-748-6300
WORK AT HOME. Government Jobs, data entry, clerical benefits. $12$48 hr. FT/PT. Call 1-888-293-7370. EARN UP TO $500 weekly assembling angel pins at home. No experience required. 817-230-4879, www.angelpin. net FORCE PROTECTION SECURITY Details $73K - $220K!! Kidnapping Prevention $250 - $1000 daily!!! Call 1-615-891-1163,Ext.601 www.rlcenterprises.net
medical ERECTILE DYSFUNCTION can be treated safely and effectively without drugs or surgery. Covered by Medicare/Ins. 1-800-815-1577 Ext.1001 www. lifecarediabeticsupplies.com
miscellaneous AIRLINES ARE HIRING: Train for high paying Aviation Maintenance Career. FAA approved program. Financial aid if qualified - Housing available. Call Aviation Institute of Maintenance. 888-349-5387. High Cost of Cable Got You Down? GET DISH w/FREE install plans $9.99/mo. 50+ Free HD Channels! New Cust’s only. CALL 800-240-8112
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99
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1
TM
Boneless Pork Loin Roast
lb.
$ 79 ea.
sold whole in the bag, limit-2 pkg. with an additional $10 purchase
1
Hill Country Fare Split Chicken Breasts
$
Fresh!
Russet Potatoes 5 lbs.
lb.
Sweet & Juicy!
Red or Black Plums
limit-2 pkg. with an additional $10 purchase
Sparkle Print, Bounty Basic, or H-E-B Twice As Strong Single Roll Paper Towels
Hill Country Fare Spread, 45 oz. regular or light limit-5 with an additional $10 purchase
limit-5 with an additional $10 purchase
2
$ 56 ea. Juicy Juice Fun Size
8 pk., 4.23 oz. assorted varieties limit-5 with an additional $10 purchase Prices Good Wednesday, July 15 Thru Tuesday, July 21, 2009 At Your Neighborhood H-E-B Stores.
Smooth ,N Shine Curling Mousse 9 oz.
Some items may not be available in all stores. Items not valid at Central Market. Due to the popularity of our Extra Low Prices Every Day, we reserve the right to limit quantities. Limit Rights Reserved. We Accept Lone Star Card, WIC And Manufacturers' Coupons. Printed on recycled paper. Š2009 H-E-B Food Stores, 09-4089CS
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$ 99 ea.
Profectiv Break Free Leave In Strengthener 4.25 oz.
visit www.heb.com