ON THE COVER: The Rimmerman Family Photo Credit: Kelsey Splawn Photography Serving the Communities of Greater Fairfield including Lakes of Fairhaven, Fairhaven Estates, Saddle Ridge Estates & Villages of Cypress Lakes Contents 8 Busy Mom Juggles the Challenge of Twins, Health, Business and Community Service 12 Canine Corner 14 Cypress Happenings 16 Best of Cy-Fair: Gulf Coast Bread Pudding Co. 18 Half-Time Shows Are a Full-Time Passion 20 Cy-Fair Helping Hands Back to School Bash Draws Huge Crowd of CFISD Families in Need 21 Students Return to Classes for the School Year 22 Cypress School News 820 16
Susan Rimmerman
Busy Mom Juggles the Challenge of Twins, Health, Business and Community Service
By Patricia Hudson
Photo Credit: Kelsey Splawn Photography
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Susan is a stay-at-home mom and runs Special Moments, a home business of custom acrylic and vinyl merchandise. Russ spent 5 ½ years in the Air Force, and now works at Microsoft as a Cloud Solution Architect. They transferred to Houston in 1999. “We discovered the Cypress area and loved it, and the school district so much that we built our second home in Cypress seven years ago,” comments Susan. What is it like to be the parents of twins?
Susan and Russ Rimmerman met in 1997, on an Internet Relay Chat room in Omaha, Nebraska. “We chatted for a while before meeting in person, we started dating January 1998,” recalls Susan. “We have been married for 22 ½ years!”
Having Jaxen and Owyn saved me from a dark time in my life after losing Nathan and Kaleb. They gave me hope, a reason to smile and a reason to live my life again. After being on hospital bed rest, the boys were born at 32 weeks and spent five weeks in the NICU before we could take them home. Once we got home, we had no idea what to do without our NICU nurses.
Being a twin mom can definitely be challenging, but I wouldn’t have life any other way. Jaxen and Owyn are our second set of twin sons. Their older twin brothers Nathan and Kaleb were born via emergency c-section at 24 weeks on Oct 25, 2012. Kaleb passed away 14 days after he was born, and Nathan passed away 21 days after he was born. The boys know all about their big brothers and we always make sure to include them in our special occasions.
T here are people in this community that just stand out. They do things. They care about others. They have an interesting tale to tell. Susan Rimmerman is one of those people.
The doctor told us if everyone was alive at the end of each day, we did our job. That is what we have been doing since. It was just Russ and I taking care of the boys. We did it all on our own as we don’t have family that live close by. It wasn’t easy at first, but once we got into the swing of things, everything came so easy to us and it all felt natural to have twins.
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I would have to say that our favorite place so far is Panama. We traveled all through the country to see as much as we could in 14 days. The boys would say their
The boys are now seven, and in 2nd grade at Keith
School. Owyn’s favorite classes are Science and math. Jaxen’s favorite classes are art and science. Owyn wants to be a chef and own his own restaurant and Jaxen wants to be a heart surgeon. Extracurricular activities? Baseball, basketball, cooking classes, Cub Scouts, swimming, camping, You are a family of travelers. Business or pleasure?
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Some days, I miss them being little babies. I truly enjoyed those moments with them. They are growing up way too fast for us, time needs to stand still a little longer. Watching twins interact with each other is amazing. They have a connection like no other. When they were one, we gave them a sugar cookie for the first time. Once the sugar kicked in, they couldn’t stop laughing. I wo uld fake sneeze and they would crack up. They were the happiest babies ever and easy to take care of. Now that they are older, life isn’t as easy as when they were babies. They love to challenge us, keep us on our toes, and keep us busy with activities. Where do the twins attend school? What are their favorite classes?
Favorite destinations?
Russ and I have always loved to travel and experience different cultures. We wanted our boys to expe rience this as well, growing up. So far, we have taken them to Costa Rica, Panama, and a few states over the last few years.
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10 September | October 2022 favorite part of that trip would be the Sloth rescue hotel we stayed at. The boys were able to hold sloths and feed them daily. We took them horseback riding through the countryside, played at the beach, fed the wild monkeys off “monkey island,” and ate amazing food. Susan, you are active in the PTO and in community?the I am currently the VP of Primary Fundraising with the Keith PTO Board the last 3 years. I absolutely love raising as much as I can to help our amazing school. Last year, I changed up how we did our main fundraiser and went through Step It Up. We raised just under $56,000 in two weeks. Seeing all the smiles on the students faces at our events or when they see us setting up something fun warms my heart and makes all the hard work worth it. With the money we have raised the last few years, we have been able to buy the kids a new playground, shade to cover it, and painted games on the flat top. You have lost a considerable amount of weight; have you made changes to eating habits, exercise? Ihave limited my intake of calories each day. I mostly eat fruit, veggies, and a little bit of chicken, I cut out pork, beef, most carbs and sweets, which helped me lose 148 pounds. Cooking e verything fresh helps me stay healthy and make sure my family is healthy, as well. I had a lot of extra
PinPointe Magazine 11 skin and had a couple of major skin removal surgeries and a mommy makeover done. What are your family favorite "go to" meals? I wanted our boys to have healthier eating habits than what I had growing up. So, I started with making the boys baby food from scratch when they were six months old. It didn’t take them long to move onto solid food because of that. We prefer to have everything fresh and made from scratch as much as possible. Their favorite meals are homemade pizzas in the pizza oven (made with fresh dough and sauce from scratch) and grilled vegetables. If I need a fast dinner, I will make a batch of chicken enchiladas or fajitas. Owyn LOVES to cook and helps me in the kitchen. My boys LOVE sushi and had it the first day of school! What do you consider to be your biggest family challenge? My twins are growing up way too fast! While it’s fun to watch them grow and learn new things every day, it’s mixed with sad emotions when I realize that seven years has already passed since they were born and that they’re already almost halfway to being old enough to move out on their own. What are your favorite activities to do as a family? We enjoy camping, traveling, going on adventures, snuggling for movie nights, and taking them on our Anniversary date night. We cherish every moment together because we know life is short and tomorrow isn’t promised to anyone.
Photo Credit: SeaGlass Photography
Is there such a thing as leisure time in your schedule? When the boys are at school, I am busy working on PTO, filling orders for my business, or getting things done around the house. If I do get a little bit of downtime for my hobbies, I love to read, scrapbook, create new items for my business, plan parties/events.
My husband finds it relaxing to hang out with the boys in the pool or grill with them.
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** And always remember, I Love You!
1.My life is likely to last 10-15 years. Any separation from you will be very hard and painful for me. Remember that before you adopt me.
7.Before you hit me, remember that I have teeth that could crush the bones in your hand, but I choose not to bite you. (DON'T HIT YOUR DOG!)
9.Take care of me when I get old, you too will grow old someday.
8.Before you scold me for being lazy or uncooperative, ask yourself if something might be bothering me. Perhaps I am in pain or sick, or my heart might be getting weak and I cannot tell you.
6.Be aware that however you treat me, I will never forget it!
Nikki Karis, Founder of Tail Life, offers The 10 Commandments of Dog Ownership:
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Nikki Karis’ book, God Dogs is available through Amazon
2.Give me time to understand what you want from me. Please be patient with me.
By Patricia Hudson and Sophia Hudson, the Rescue Yorkiepoo
5.Talk to me, even if I do not understand your words, I understand your voice when it is speaking to me. You only have to look at my tail!
10.Go with me on difficult journeys. Never say, “I can’t bear to watch it” or, “let it happen in my absence.” Everything is easier for me if you are there.
4.Do not be angry with me for long, and do not lock me up as punishment. You have your work, your friends and your entertainment. I only have you!
3.Place your trust in me. It is crucial for my well-being.
12 September | October 2022 Sophia and I are taking a departure from our normal column to discuss something very sad. Facebook is fraught with heartbreaking accounts of people rehoming, surrendering and dumping dogs. The birth of a baby, an upcoming move, no time, or too much trouble are all reasons given for relinquishing what was once a member of someone’s family. We advocate for these animals that are so deserving of a good life.
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4th Annual A Taste of Cy-Fair
Saturday, September 24, 2022 • 6:30-7pm: VIP Cocktail, 7-11pm: Event Majestic Oaks • 20125 Cedar Ln. • Tomball, TX 77377
Sponsored by MD Anderson Cancer Center
Benefiting From The Vine Ministries
Over 40+ Attractions to enjoy during Fall! www.dewberryfarm.com
5K & 10K Timed Run/Walk, Kid's 1K Run Walk Race starts at 8am, Kid's 1K starts at 9am 1st, 2nd & 3rd Place Trophy for 5K & 10K, Shirt and Hand Towel for all Runners. Register at: www.blrunforheroes2022.eventbrite.com
Headline Act: Jungle Jordan, Inflatable Zone, Outdoor Laser Tag, Face Painting, Balloon Art, Kids’ Craft Area, Petting Zoo, Nature Exhibitors, Stage Performers and More! Admission is free, but a few activities will require a small fee. All proceeds will be donated to Cy-Hope. For more information, call 281-304-5588
Bridgeland Community Fun Run/Walk for Heroes Saturday, October 15, 2022 Festival Park • 16902 Bridgeland Landing Dr. • Cypress, TX 77433
VIP: $100 per person (VIP parking, VIP seating & 4 drink tickets)
4th Annual Coles Crossing BBQ Cook Off Saturday, October 29, 2022 • 12-4pm Coles Crossing Community Ctr • 13050 Barker Cypress Rd. • Cypress BBQ Cook off, live band, kid’s Halloween costume contest & more!
loads of food, wine, beer, music, a silent auction, and festivities!
Boots & Tiaras Fundraiser
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Saturday, September 17, 2022 • 10am-2pm Hockley Recreational Complex, 28515 Old Washington Rd. • Hockley Harris Co. Precinct 4 has teamed up with Niftee 50ees Classic Cruisers to bring you a free classic car show. Enjoy children’s crafts, games, a petting zoo, pony rides, and lots more.
Saturday, September 10, 2022 • 9am-5pm Berry Center • 8877 Barker Cypress Rd. • Cypress, TX 77433
Mark your calendar to attend this unique shopping extravaganza! Free Admission! Vendor Marketplace with over 250 vendors. No strollers or wagons permitted. www.cyfairwomensclub.org
HAPPENINGS Cypress
Dewberry Farm 2022 Fall Festival Opens September 24, 2022 77045 FM 362 @ Morrison Road • Brookshire, TX 77423
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Silent Auction, Dinner, Music, Dancing, Games, Cash Bar & More
Cy-Fair Women’s Club Shop ’til You Drop
Register at www.FromTheVineMinistries.com
Started following Hurricane Harvey to help Cy-Fair friends and families in need and continues helping local residents. Proceeds will be donated to Cy-Hope. Purchase tickets at: atasteofcyfair.com
14th Annual Nature Fest Saturday, October 29, 2022 • 10am-4pm Oak Meadow Park • 18310 House Hahl Rd. • Cypress, TX 77433
Saturday, October 1, 2022 • 5-8pm - VIP entry 4pm Lakeland Village Center • 10615 Fry Rd. • Cypress, TX 77433
For more local events visit: www.bestofcyfair.com
Tickets: $50 per person (Dinner & 2 drink tickets)
Precinct 4 Classic Car Show
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Proudly developed by the owner himself, the recipes include delectable offerings such as Banana Rum, Coconut, Vanilla, Creole, White Chocolate, Cherry, Peach and Chocolate. Recommended sauce flavors for each pudding include Salted Caramel, Pecan Praline, Passion Fruit, Bourbon Caramel, Butter Rum, Lemon and Makers Bourbon. (For optimum enjoyment, detailed heating instructions come with each sale). Whether served hot, cold or at room temperature, Gulf Coast strives to offer the community a unique bread pudding experience. Gourmet bread puddings are sold by the slice, as Crusted Bread Puddings such as Crusted Sweet Potato, in “Puddin’ 4 Packs,” and by the pan.
T here are shops that specialize in coffee. There are cake bakers and cookie shops. Then, there’s Gulf Coast Bread Pudding Company.
“The Banana Rum is the most popular on our menu: caramelized rum bananas baked inside a vanilla bread pudding with a Nilla Wafer crust,” comments Max. “Our recommended sauce flavor is butter rum. We like to do traditional bread puddings as well as Customersseasonal.” definitely have their favorites. “Mama’s traditional, (New Orleans style bread pudding with raisins and a sweet creole spice), is my favorite with the rum sauce; It reminds me of my grandmother’s bread pudding,” shares Karla Woods
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The GulfCompanyPuddingBreadCoast PLACES T O EAT The Best of Cy-Fair
Max Peters, owner and originator of Gulf Coast Bread Pudding Company opened this unique shop at 17001 FM 529 in late January of 2022. “I saw a hole in the market as a bread pudding lover. Only restaurants serve it and there was no place that offered varieties in bulk. I saw the opportunity to create a one stop shop just like the cupcake and cookie shops,” explains Peters.
“Omigosh,” says Ryan Heath, “we had the coconut with passion fruit sauce and it was amazing! by Patricia Hudson Crusted Sweet Potato Crumble
PinPointe Magazine 17 traditional too! In fact, now that I’m thinking about it, I’ll be heading over to try another flavor this Rhondaafternoon!”Tichenor, who considers herself a “pro,” adds, “Absolutely, positively one of the best desserts I’ve eaten in a while.” As for me, the Banana Rum with Butter Rum sauce only served to tantalize my taste buds. I’ll be back Max Peters, I’ll be back. Gulf Coast Bread Pudding Company 17001 FM 529 Houston, TX 77095 (281) Wed-SatMon-Tues815-3068Closed11:00am – 7:00 pm Sun 11:00 am – 4:00 pm Max Peters - Owner Butter Rum
As band parents- we are up sooo late on a Friday night, sitting in dark parking lots while the buses unload. Or, we’re riding those buses to volunteer as chaperones, loading and unloading heavy props, taking photos, fundraising, supporting our directors and student leaders. We’re showing up at the school on Saturdays to feed an army of band and color guard students before they head out for a day of competition. We wear the gear. Y’all. My closet is filling up with boxy printed t-shirts in blue and yellow. I’m not even embarrassed about this. What is style when you’re a band mom?
by Liz Arrington
Liz Arrington combines her background as a professional children’s therapist with her love of music to provide early childhood music and movement classes to families of Cypress. Outdoor, Weekday, and Saturday classes available. See more at www.songfulbeginnings.com
We do all of this because we see the ways that being in the band shapes our kids into incredible young adults. The ir excitement about the music and the showmanship, the sense of family they build with one another. Over 250 high school students working together toward a common goal, it’s something to behold. It’s really hard not to get swept up in the energy and enthusiasm, the sound and the incredible way it all comes together. It means so much to be a part of something like this. For me, it’s band. But for those countless other families sitting in those stands on Friday nights, I have no doubt there are parents just like me that can say that supporting their child’s high school activity gives them the same sense of purpose and satisfaction. Football moms, Dance moms, Cheer moms, Softball Moms, Baseball Moms… the list goes on and on. It’s not about reliving the glory days, or channeling your own unfulfilled high school dreams. It’s about nurturing and sharing in an activity that fuels your child. Being there to witness their growth and maturity, to share with them in a sense of identity and vision for the future. To communicate your support in a meaningful, purposeful way. I think that’s what contributes so much to the energy that fills the stadium on Friday Nights, it’s filled with a thousand hearts beating with pr ide and love for these Andstudents.really great music.
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T here are few things more “Texan” than high-school football games! Experiencing that electric feeling of cheering on incredible student athletes, the nervous back-and-forth on the scoreboard, and the pride of connection with a community invested in this common Fridayinterest.Night Lights- it really is so theatrical. We are entering my oldest son’s second year of high school, a nd suddenly the football schedule has become the center point for our family’s fall activities. Each week we sit among other parents, family members, neighbors, and friends with a kid who has a role to play in this spectacular production. I love the game, but I’m there for one thing. I’m with the Band. I’m unapologetically a Band Mom. I know I’m not alone, I’ve seen many of my local friends go through the same transition. Every weekend we’re posting pictures of our musicians- sweaty in the Texas heat under the lights in the stands. Shots of them dressed in full uniform- somehow playing a throwback song from the seventies while simultaneously walking sideways, backwards, and ending with a full-on sideways squat. Color guard members with their beautiful costumes, beaming out into the crowded stands as they twirl and toss their brightly colored flags. There’s a reason Marching Band counts for a physical education credit!
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Story by Patricia Hudson
An estimated crowd of 1,000 came out to Cy-Fair Helping Hands’ first-ever Back to School Bash on Saturday, August 6, 2022. More than 40 community churches, businesses, schools, and organizations helped to create a carnival-like atmosphere with games, give-aways, entertainment, grilled hot dogs and shaved ice for CFISD families. “Not only were we thrilled to distribute age-appropriate backpacks to hundreds of Cy-Fair students in need, but this event also served as an outreach effort. We were able to share information about our food pantry as well as ESL programs, services, and education offered throughout the community.” explains Director of Community Outreach, Patricia Hudson. “We are exceedingly grateful to everyone that contributed to the success of this event. As a result of the community's generous res ponse, we have been able to distribute backpacks and school supplies to our clients, and to fill requests from CFISD schools.”
Photos by Daniel Arizpe
Cy-Fair Helping Hands Back to School Bash Draws Huge Crowd of CFISD Families in Need
PinPointe Magazine 21 YourWWW.BESTOFCYFAIR.COMSignupforournewsletteratlocallyownedandrunsource for events, food, shopping, school news, and the people of Cypress! Like us on facebook: Pinpointe Magazines - CypressSUBSCRIBEEnter your email CYPRESSaddressMAGAZINES DownloadWWW.ISSUU.COM/INTOWNMAGAZINEtheMagazinefor FREE! FREE! CYPRESSAroundStudents Return to Classes for the 2022-2023 School Year
Dr. Mark Henry, CFISD superintendent, fists bump a student at McGown Elementary. Credit: CFISD News
Reverend Sean Horrigan kicks off the school year with Christ the Redeemer Catholic School students. Photo by Thomas Coffman
Cypress-Fairbanks ISD welcomed students back to 93 campuses Aug. 22, beginning the 2022-2023 school year that marks the district’s 83rd year in existence.
Dr. Cheryl Salyards, Salyards Middle School namesake, helps welcome students back to school. Credit: CFISD News Cooper and Eliza Knox were escorted to Warner Elementary by members of the Houston Police Department. Their dad, Houston Police Department Tactical Flight Officer Jason Knox was killed in a police helicopter crash two years ago. Photo by Daniel Arizpe
“We’re excited about getting the school year started,” said Dr. Mark Henry, CFISD superintendent of schools. “The first day of school never disappoints. It’s exciting to see all th e smiling faces. Students are excited to see their friends and their new teachers. We’re going to have a great year!”
Bridgeland, Cy Woods Students Place at HOSA International Conference
Bridgeland High School seniors, from left, Rithvik Katikaneni, Avanish Shilpi, Rohil Watwe and Shreyan Katta
Cypress Woods graduate Natalie Cornejo placed 10th in medical spelling. HOSA is an extracurricular program that is designed to develop future health care leaders through student lead activities. Through HOSA, students can compete in regional, state and international competitions in different categories. The 2022 international conference featured approximately 10,600 students representing every state in the United States and several countries from around the world.
CFISD Trio Named to the Texas Sports Writers All-State Baseball Team
Bridgeland High School students, from left, Avneet Deol, Puneet Pahl, Dathri Gundappa, Sarvani Nookala and Bhavneet Chutani
Source: CFISD News Media
Bridgeland seniors Avanish Shilpi, Rithvik Katikaneni, Shreyan Katta and Rohil Watwe placed first in community awareness. Bridgeland seniors Avneet Deol and Bhavneet Chutani, along with graduates Puneet Pahl, Sarvani Nookala and Dathri Gundappa took home third in public service announcement.
Graduates Charlie Feris, Joshua Ibe and Alex Renfrow helped lead Cypress Ranch to the District 16-6A championship and appearance in the Class 6A Region II area round. Feris and Renfrow earned honorable mention as pitchers. Ibe also earned honorable mention as a first baseman. The all-state team is voted on by the Texas Sports Writers Association, which is comprised of sports writers and editors from daily and weekly newspapers across Texas as well as sports internet services. It features three starting pitchers, one relief pitcher, one player at the remaining eight positions and a designated hitter. First, second and third teams are selected in addition to those who earned honorable mention.
Charlie Feris Alex Renfrow
Three Cypress Ranch High School baseball athletes earned honors on the 2022 Texas Sports Writers Association/Blue Bell Class 6A allstate team, released on July 30.
CFISD students earned top awards at the Health Occupation Students of America (HOSA) International Leadership Conference, held June 22-26 at the Gaylord Opryland Convention Center in Nashville, Tenn.
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Joshua Ibe
