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Katy Aquatics Group hosts Swimming and Pool Safety Event

Bob Gilbert — Tue, 08 May 2012 22:14:00 GMT

Katy Aquatics Group hosts Swimming and Pool Safety Event

Texas Children’s Hospital West and Katy Aquatics are inviting all Katy TX area families to attend a Free “Make a Splash” event.

Both groups are committed to promoting water safety education to the whole community and especially children.

This free event will be held on Saturday May 19 TH from 10 AM until noon at the Cinco Ranch High School Natatorium 23440 Cinco Ranch Blvd, Katy TX 77494 in Cinco Ranch.

Featured at the events will be numerous local and national vendors including American Red Cross, U.S. Army Corps, Willowfork Fire & Rescue and several others.

Demonstrations of various swimming safety and water safety equipment will be given.

Children will have the opportunity to get into the water and learn swimming from certified swimming instructors.

Other activities to be held include:

Free swimming lessons; Goody Bag for first 350 participants; Bounce house; Water rescue demonstrations; kayak rides; water contests for children; KVPAC Princess Ariel & Prince Eric.

I heard on a recent news program that the second leading cause of death among young folks (18 and under) is drowning. Swimming in my mind has always been and will be a life skill. My two children and my two step children have all at one time or another worked as life guards at various pools and facilities. Many Katy residents have pools in their back yards and water safety is so very important to the whole community. If you or children do not know how to swim the Katy Aquatics Group hosts Swimming and Pool Safety Event is a must attend function.

If you want more information about Katy Aquatics go to their web site.

If you have any questions about houses for sale or rent in the Katy TX or

Sugarland TX, Cypress TX or surrounding areas, contact me at:

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Home Builders Charity Group Hosting Benefit for formerly Homeless Veterans in Katy TX

Bob Gilbert — Tue, 08 May 2012 22:12:00 GMT

Home Builders Charity Group Hosting Benefit for formerly Homeless Veterans in Katy TX

On May Thursday May 10, 2012 the second annual “Boots & Bling” charity event is being hosted by the Women’s Contractors Association (WCA) and is being held at the Firethorne Visitors Center which is located at 28100 Firethorne Road, Katy TX.

The charity affair will begin at 6:00 PM and last until 10:00 PM and is open to the public. Tickets maybe purchase at the door or online for $75 each.

The proceeds will benefit A HomeAid Houston project being the De George at Union Station. HomeAid is a Greater Houston Home Builders Association (GHBA) that builds transitional housing for Houston’s homeless.

The De George at Union Station houses approximately 100 formerly homeless male and female veterans. The community kitchen at De George is in need of major renovations and a portion of the proceeds will help fund these renovations.

The “Boots & Bling” charity affair is Western theme and will include live music, dinner, raffle prizes, silent auction and cowboy cocktails.

Personally I think homelessness anywhere in this country is just inexcusable unless the person or persons have a sound mind and choose to live in that fashion. Homeless Veterans I feel (I have said this many times) is a National Disgrace for this nation. How can this country continue to let folks who have served to keep this great nation a free country be homeless? I support any project which will assist homeless women, children and Veterans.

If you any more information or to register for the event go to the Women Contractor Association web site.

If you have any questions about houses for sale or rent in the Katy TX or

Sugarland TX, Cypress TX or surrounding areas, contact me at:

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Supermoon over Katy TX

Bob Gilbert — Tue, 08 May 2012 22:10:00 GMT

Supermoon over Katy TX

Last evening like many folks across the whole world we watched the Supermoon at around 10:35 PM and the sight was absolutely spectacular.

Our good friend owns a fairly high powered telescope and as added treat not only could we view this phenomenal sight of Supermoon over Katy TX with the naked eye but also through a telescope. What was truly amazing was the amount of details we could see on the moon including craters and mountains. Clouds passed by the moon making for numerous special images we all enjoyed.

I took several pictures with my not very good Nikon Coolpix camera and have included some of these pictures here. I wish our friend’s telescope had a camera but unfortunately it does not as pictures taken by using the telescope would have been unbelievable.

We are San Antonio Spurs fans in my home as my wife was born and raised in San Antonio and has followed the Spurs since she was a little girl. The Spurs played last night in the playoffs and won and are now ahead of Utah 3 – 0 in their series. Viewing the Supermoon over Katy TX was like another special treat for us to finish off a truly great evening.

Watching the Supermoon is just another example of how diversified Katy is with activities available to suit just anyone’s individual tastes and wants. As I say on my web site , Katy has everything. Call me or E-mail and let me show you why Katy is such a great place to call home.

If you have any questions about houses for sale or rent in the Katy TX or

Sugarland TX, Cypress TX or surrounding areas, contact me at:

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Showing Houses in Cinco Ranch

Bob Gilbert — Tue, 08 May 2012 22:09:00 GMT

Showing Houses in Cinco Ranch

Friday May 4, 2012 and Saturday May 5, 2012 found me showing homes in Cinco Ranch from early in the morning until late in the afternoon. I am beat and thought I probably would not try to write a blog today. My wife just called and she is writing a contract for a new home in Cinco Ranch which is zoned to Katy ISD and congrats to her. My clients are moving into the Katy area from out of state and I will write about how I got selected to be their agent after the contract is completed.

The point of my blog is fairly simple. If you are a buyer and want to live in Cinco Ranch and attend Katy ISD in the fall you need to get off the couch right now and take immediate action. There are numerous buyers out both days all looking to buy in Cinco Ranch. Inventory levels are low and you will need to a have a written contract from a builder or resale contract with specific closing dates to register in Katy ISD for the fall. The opportunity window is closing fast. I know most folks think Realtors just say things to create a false sense of urgency. That is totally wrong commentmost of the time and especially right now.

I will more than happy to be showing you homes in Cinco Ranch or any other area surrounding South Katy. Call me or E-mail but take action right now or you will be left out in the cold this year!

If you have any questions about houses for sale or rent in the Katy TX or

Sugarland TX, Cypress TX or surrounding areas, contact me at:

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Cinco de Mayo Celebration at Miller Outdoor Theatre

Bob Gilbert — Tue, 08 May 2012 22:07:00 GMT

Cinco de Mayo Celebration at Miller Outdoor Theatre

Cinco de Mayo celebration is special this year as it marks the 150 year anniversary of the Battle of Puebla.

Cinco de Mayo this year falls on Saturday May 5, 2012. This day is a national holiday in Mexico.

The Miller Outdoor Theatre will be celebrating this grand day by having Mexican icon Eugenia Leon perform a live concert. The concert is from 8 PM until 10 PM. Miller Outdoor is located at 6000 Hermann park Dr. Houston, TX.

Eugenia sings unique mix of music from several music genres and of course traditional music of Latin America. Her performances all across this country are usually sold out.

Admission to Miller Outdoor is my favorite price of FREE but this event requires a ticket to be able to sit in the covered section. The free tickets are available at the rate of 4 tickets per person (person has to be 16 years or older) at the Miler outdoor on the day of the concert beginning at 10:30A and lasting until tickets are gone or 1 PM. If any tickets are left at 1 PM then the box office will open again 1 hour before the concert begins. There is of course complete open seating up on the hill as usual.

This event is brought to the attendees by the Miller Outdoor Theatre Partnership and the Consulate of Mexico.

If you want more information try Miler Outdoor web site by clicking here.

If you want to get the real flavor of Cinco de Mayo through music plan to attend the Cinco de Mayo Celebration at Miller Outdoor Theatre.

Several restaurants in Katy TX will be having Cinco de Mayo celebrations but I cannot find one standout event to discuss. I know from past history Pappasito’s throughout the area are having their legendary Rita’s and Fajitas all day long but be prepared to wait for a long time to get seated especially I you go in the evening. Buy the special Rita and get a unique glass for free.

If you have any questions about houses for sale or rent in the Katy TX or

Sugarland TX, Cypress TX or surrounding areas, contact me at:

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Katy TX Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) hosting VE Day Observance

Bob Gilbert — Tue, 08 May 2012 22:05:00 GMT

Katy TX Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) hosting VE Day Observance

Many folks these days ask when was VE Day or V Day (term used before VE Day)? The answer is May 8, 1945 which commemorates when World War II Allies formally accepted the total unconditional surrender of Nazi Germany and marks the end of Adolf Hitler’s reign of terror through the word. VE Day stands for Victory in Europe and V Day short for Victory Day.

The Katy TX VFW Post 9182, 6202 George Bush Dr. Katy TX., is holding a celebration on Monday May 7, 2012 as part of its overall Post’s VE Day celebration. Local resident Danny Hair will put on a World War II uniform and becomes General George Scott Patton for at least a few hours. This is the featured part of these VE Day activities.

The event begins at the VFW facility at 4 PM.

The Katy VFW is a very active group made up of many really smart individuals and great human beings. All across this country there are fewer and fewer World War II Vets still alive and the few that remain all need to be thanked by all the rest of us for supreme sacrifices they all made.

If you have any questions about houses for sale or rent in the Katy TX or

Sugarland TX, Cypress TX or surrounding areas, contact me at:

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Looking for Real Books Cheap? Try Katy Budget Books Katy TX

Bob Gilbert — Wed, 02 May 2012 18:24:00 GMT

Looking for Real Books Cheap? Try Katy Budget Books Katy TX

Katy Budget Books is holding its semi-Annual Book sale starting on Thursday May 3, 2012 and lasting until Sunday May 20, 2012.

There are over 75,000 used books to consider.

Prices for these used books will range from $.40 - $1.00 each!

Hardcover books will be sold at $1.00 per book. Paperback books are priced at $.75 per book and children’s books priced at only $.40 per book.

If you are looking for real books cheap this is obviously the place to visit.

Katy Budget Books is located at 2450 Fry Road (North of I-10) Houston TX 77084. They have a Houston mailing address but everyone considers this to be the Katy area.

Sale books will be marked as such on the bottom of the book.

New books will be added every night the sale is running. Plan to visit more than once to make sure you are not missing out on a great deal for a book you want to read.

Katy Budget Books has been open for over 25 years. They were the winner of the Cick2houston’s Best Book Store during 2010 and voted Houston’s Best Bookstore in 2009.

If you are like me and want to feel a real book in your hands and like to buy books then this event is a must do. I like books cheap prices and these are really cheap prices!

If you have any questions about houses for sale or rent in the Katy TX or

Sugarland TX, Cypress TX or surrounding areas, contact me at:

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Pictures from Car Show in Firethorne Katy TX

Bob Gilbert — Wed, 02 May 2012 18:22:00 GMT

Pictures from Car Show in Firethorne Katy TX

Saturday April 28, 2012 an open car show was held in the Firethorne Community Center parking lot which lasted until about 3 PM. This was third Annual holding of this event. I was told from attendees it was a lot of fun to see last year and decided to go to take pictures and make a donation. The Firestone Community Center is located at 28100 North Firethorne Rd. Katy, TX. The proceeds from this car show will be used by the Project Graduation event from Katy High School. I have to say I was slightly disappointed with the turnout of folks to view/contribute, number of entrants and my personal observation is the fund raiser might not have generated very much in term of incremental funds. I was hoping the event would be a significant contributor towards an excellent cause of project Graduation. My original blog can be found by clicking here.

Saying all this there was till several cars, trucks and motorcycles well worth the time and effort to view and take pictures. It was another beautiful day and the Firethorne area shows all who want to find an excellent neighborhood in Katy why is is so popular with buyers and a premier destination for new and resale home buyers.

if you want additional information about homes available for purchase in Firethorne or any other area in Katy contact me and I will arrange to take you on a tour of this great family living area.

If you have any questions about houses for sale or rent in the Katy TX or

Sugarland TX, Cypress TX or surrounding areas, contact me at:

bobgilbert2003@msn.com or bob@bobgilbert.com

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Cinco Ranch Bravo Choir Performing School Daze in Katy TX

Bob Gilbert — Wed, 02 May 2012 18:20:00 GMT

Cinco Ranch Bravo Choir Performing School Daze in Katy TX

The Cinco Ranch High School Bravo Show Choir will be presenting its latest production titled “School Daze”.

This production is a look at high school life as communicated by music and features songs such as “Kaleidoscope Heart”, “Chasing Seasons”, “Sing”, “Somebody to Love”, “Woods” and “Under Pressure”.

The dates are Thursday May 3, 2012 through Saturday May 5, 2012 beginning at 7:30PM each evening.

The performances will be held at the performing Arts Center of Cinco Ranch High School and the address is 23440 Cinco Ranch Blvd Katy TX.

Ticket prices are reasonable with Adult $8 per person; Students $6 per person and $5 per person with a Katy Gold Card.

Fine Arts night is Thursday May 3, 2012 and if you wear a Fine Arts T-shirt from Katy ISD the ticket price will be $5 person.

Advance tickets are available by contacting Dorothy Wilson at 281-237-5204 or at dorothyjwilson@kisd.org.

The Cinco Ranch Bravo Choir performing School Daze in Katy TX should be an excellent event to attend and a great way to support the local Katy ISD Arts program

If you have any questions about houses for sale or rent in the Katy TX or

Sugarland TX, Cypress TX or surrounding areas, contact me at:

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Where can I Volunteer – Katy TX

Bob Gilbert — Wed, 02 May 2012 18:18:00 GMT

Where can I Volunteer – Katy TX

If you are asking yourself the question “Where can I Volunteer” and live in Katy TX there is an excellent set of potential alternatives available right now.

Katy Christian Ministries (KCM) is right now looking for numerous volunteers to work in their organization with a wide variety of programs and duties needing attention.

The programs include actively seeking volunteers for: food drives, clothing drives, furniture & clothing drives, and making cards for clients and soliciting/collecting money for gas cards.

Volunteers have to be at least 13 years old or older and all individuals less than 16 years of age have to be accompanied by an adult.

Volunteers have to prepare an up-to-date Volunteer Information Worksheet ( see KCM). KCM has a minimum dress code which also has to be followed.

Volunteer shifts start at 10 AM and 1 PM and all first timers have to attend.

If this sounds interesting to you contact michelle.john@ktcm.org. If you are not going to work this summer and plan to just hang out at home watching the tube or texting or playing video games seriously think about volunteering. You could make a difference in another person’s life.Now you know the answer to the question "Where can I Volunteer".

Additional information about KCM can be found on their web site or by clicking here.

KCM Administrative office is located at 5011 E. 5 th. Street, Katy TX 77493 and phone is 281-391-5261.

I understand KCM is an outstanding group who provides many needed services to the whole community.

If you have any questions about houses for sale or rent in the Katy TX or

Sugarland TX, Cypress TX or surrounding areas, contact me at:

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Katy ISD Seven Lakes holds Raffle and Concert

Bob Gilbert — Wed, 02 May 2012 18:17:00 GMT

Katy ISD Seven Lakes holds Raffle and Concert

The Katy ISD Seven Lakes High School Orchestra Parent Association will hold its fourth annual artful instruments raffle.

Raffle tickets are available for $10 each with the opportunity attached to win an original music instrument art piece.

The raffle is being held on Saturday May 12, 2012 at 7 PM along with a Pops music concert. The theme this to year’s concert is “Music to the Eyes” and will feature American Jazz Classics.

Several local area artists have given their time, talents and money by donating the raffle items art work.

The event is being held at the Seven Lakes High School Performing arts Center located at 9251 S. Fry Rd Katy TX. 77494.

Admission to the concert is my favorite price of free. Raffle tickets can be order through PayPal right now by clicking here. This ends May 11 at 3 PM. Raffle tickets can also be obtained via mail-in check.

The Seven Lakes High School Orchestra’s Parent Association is a 501 (c) 3 non-profit charitable organization. All funds received will be used for the benefit of the Seven Lakes High School Orchestra.

Katy ISD Seven Lakes holds Raffle and Concert is another fine example of the wonderful arts programs we enjoy by living in the Katy ISD boundaries.

If you have any questions about houses for sale or rent in the Katy TX or

Sugarland TX, Cypress TX or surrounding areas, contact me at:

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Car Show in Firethorne Katy TX

Bob Gilbert — Fri, 27 Apr 2012 20:28:00 GMT

Car Show in Firethorne Katy TX

Saturday April 28, 2012 an open car show will be held in the Firethorne Community Center parking lot from 10 AM until 3 PM. This is the third Annual holding of this event and I was told it was a lot of fun to see last year. The Community Center is located at 28100 North Firethorne Rd. Katy, TX. The proceeds from this car show will be used by the Project Graduation event from Katy High School. Project Graduation 2012 will be held on June 3, 2011 at Katy High School after the actual graduation ceremony.

There is very limited parking for this event based on my personal experiences and my advice is to go early. All early arrivals will be able to participate in getting free juice and donuts. A $20 pre-registration donation and a $25 day registration donation are required for the day of the event. There is a $10 additional fee for every car class entered beyond one. The rain date is Saturday May 12, 2011.

The judging of the cars will be by the participants. There will be awards given to winners in numerous categories including but not limited to Best of Show, Best Chevy, Best Buick, Best Corvette, Best Import etc.

There will be door prizes with a 50/50 jar with a $1 ticket purchase.

This event, organization and activities are not in any shape, form or fashion related to Katy ISD.

Any questions contact Aura O’Brien at agso@aol.com. All checks have to be made out to KHS Project Grad. Car data and checks need to be sent to 218 Billingsford Dr. Katy TX 77449.

If you have any questions about houses for sale or rent in the Katy TX or

Sugarland TX, Cypress TX or surrounding areas, contact me at:

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Katy ISD Board Announces Names of New Schools

Bob Gilbert — Fri, 27 Apr 2012 20:26:00 GMT

Katy ISD Board Announces Names of New Schools

Katy ISD will open four new campuses for the school year 2012 – 2013.

The names are based on one region and three names of individuals who take the time to mentor, offer their resources and precious time to the local Katy community.

The new schools and names are as follows:

ES # 33 - Tom Wilson Elementary School which is located at 52 Falcon Landing Katy TX

(Northeast corner of Falcon Landing and Hinsdale Park)

ES #34 – Ray and Jamie Wolman Elementary School which is located at 28727 North Firethorne RD. Katy TX

(Northeast corner of North Firethorne at South Firethorne RD.)

ES # 35 – Fred and Patti Shafer Elementary School which is located at 5150 Ranch Point Dr. Katy TX

(Southwest corner of Ranch Point DR. and Cinco Ranch Blvd. )

JH # 13 – Seven lakes Junior High School located at Katy-Gaston RD. Katy TX

(Near Katy Gaston RD and South Fry RD.)

One more new school is the High School which is located at 4400 Falcon Landing Katy TX and no name has been announced as of yet.

It is important that Katy ISD Board announces name of new schools now so everyone can get familiar with the names instead of just a location.

If you need help with attendance zones for the new schools click here.

If you need to check attendance zones for existing schools then click here.

Congratulations to the Katy ISD for building all these new schools and getting all of these facilities ready for the next school year. Also congratulations to all individuals who had a school named after them as that in my mind is a huge honor.

If you have any questions about houses for sale or rent in the Katy TX or

Sugarland TX, Cypress TX or surrounding areas, contact me at:

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Jazz, Art and Guitar Festival in Katy TX

Bob Gilbert — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 18:22:00 GMT

Jazz, Art and Guitar Festival in Katy TX

The festival is being hosted by Katy High School which is part of Katy ISD.

Find room in your schedule for Friday April 27 and Saturday April 28, 2012 if you like great music.

Beginning at 4 PM on April 27 excellent student Jazz ensembles will play live concerts each hour with last concert starting ending at 6 PM.

At 7:30 PM jazz professionals take over the stage and the featured event is the Texas Music Festival Jazz Project (a big band).

Saturday April 28 the Katy Guitar Fest events of the festival will begin at 10 AM and ARTkaty will have cool art work on exhibit at 9 AM.

Student big bands will be performing on the every hour on the hour. In addition, Jazz combos and guitarist will perform throughout the day.

The featured performers are the Brad Leadi Sextet which is an ensemble of world renowned professional jazz artists who will end this wonderful day of music and will start playing at 7:30PM. .

This amazing music and art event will take place at the Katy High School Performing Arts Center located at 6331 Highway Blvd. Katy TX.

Ticket prices are cheap with the feature concerts $3 per person and Saturday $5 per person.

If you like really good music, then make plans now to attend either Friday or Saturday or both days. I know we personally love Jazz. I hope to see you at the Jazz, Art and Guitar Festival in Katy TX.

If you have any questions about houses for sale or rent in the Katy TX or

Sugarland TX, Cypress TX or surrounding areas, contact me at:

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Pictures from visiting West Houston Airport near Katy TX Open House

Bob Gilbert — Mon, 23 Apr 2012 22:07:00 GMT

Pictures from visiting West Houston Airport near Katy TX Open House

West Houston Squadron of the Commemorative Air Force (CAF) held an open house on Saturday April 21, 2012.

The spring open house will also be held on Sunday April 22, 2012. Get there early so you will not miss anything!

The doors will be open each day from 10AM until 5 PM.

Since it was absolutely gorgeous day from a weather perspective I decided to attend for a change one of the events I had written a blog about. My prior blog about the open house can be seen by clicking here.

There were many folks in attendance and that was really nice to see. The sights included numerous planes from several different eras, paratroopers, missing man formation, cool old cars, several pilots, and some military personnel. This was a fund raiser and only required a $10 donation for parking. One SUV I saw must have had 14 or more people inside. I personally try to be cheap but REALLY!

My step-son and his dad joined me for a while and we all had a great time. They were selling food and we all had hamburgers they cooked on site and these were delicious.

Seeing all these planes plus writing a blog about the event earlier this past week and a comment made by Q-Man from ActiveRain ( AKA John McCormack) about his dad having been a pilot reminded me of my childhood dream of wanting to be a pilot. I had not been to an event like this for way too many years.

I hope you all enjoy the pictures.

If you have any questions about houses for sale or rent in the Katy TX or

Sugarland TX, Cypress TX or surrounding areas, contact me at:

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Grand Opening of New Senior Center in Katy TX

Bob Gilbert — Mon, 23 Apr 2012 22:05:00 GMT

Grand Opening of New Senior Center in Katy TX

Back on October 7, 2011, I posted a blog about a brand new Senior Center being built in Katy TX and now about 7 months later the new senior center is having a its grand opening ceremony. If you want to see my original blog please click here.

On Monday April 23, 2012 the City of Katy is proud to announce its brand senior center will be hosting its ribbon cutting ceremony.

The event begins at 4:30 PM and of course is being held at the new center which is located at 5370 E. Fifth Ave. Katy TX which is right in the heart of historic Katy.

The new facility cost approximately $1.5 million and is being named after the late W.D. and Argie D Fussell and will be known as the Fussell Center.

After the ribbon cutting ceremony a long time Katy resident and senior citizen of the year Herman Meyer will be honored. Mr. Meyer opened Midway Food Market way back in 1967 right here in Katy TX.

The new center was built as the old senior center just was not big enough to meet the current demands of seniors living in the area.

If you have any questions about houses for sale or rent in the Katy TX or

Sugarland TX, Cypress TX or surrounding areas, contact me at:

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Sir, Sir Can you please Help Me! I need help with this (She holds up a gas can).

Bob Gilbert — Fri, 20 Apr 2012 22:10:00 GMT

Sir, Sir Can you please Help Me! I need help with this (She holds up a gas can).

A month or so ago I stopped at a local Katy TX gas station on my way home to fill my car with gas. It was a very pleasant evening and I was just standing there enjoying the nice weather and enjoying the break my mind was getting from work. All of a sudden a sports car coming flying up and stops at the pump on the other side of where I am. A lady hurriedly rolls down her window and yells at me ‘Sir, Sir Can you please Help Me! I need help with this (She holds up a gas can). My normal instincts in most situations are not to trust what is happening. I grew up in a major city in the mid-west where crime was a big part of everyone’s life. I slowly walked over to car and I literally could see fear in her eyes. I tell the lady to pull her car around to the other side of pump where I am currently filling my car and I will help her.

The lady gets out and I take the gas can from her, she asks me if I have ever had to use or fill a gas can. Of course I have a lot of experience with gas cans as several years ago I use to do all my own yard work. I tell her no problem whatsoever and we can get this done. I stopped the yard work when my wife and got married when she explained to me that my time was easily worth a lot more than what we would have to pay to get our grass cut. Most folks in Katy TX get the grass cut by one of numerous lawn care companies which work this area.

She has a brand new gas can where the cover has to have two motions done at the same time to get the cap off (One motion of pressing this plastic piece and the second is to at the same time turn the cap).. After struggling for a little we successfully get the cap off. She now tells me why she is so nervous and looks scared. Her son has run out of gas and needs help right away. She says you know how kids are and I answer yes I all too well know all about kids and potential mishaps. She tells me we need to hurry and asks if I can fill the can with gas. I say of course and I grasp the can while she digs in her pocket for a credit card or money. As she reaches into her pockets several different cards fall on the ground. She is so worked up she just ignores everything else and runs the credit card through the scanner. I start filling the can with gas and tell her I believe you dropped some stuff on the ground. She is still shaking and just watching me fill the can. I think to myself I will worry about the stuff on the ground as soon as I finish with pumping the gas as it was not going anywhere. The can takes maybe 3 gallons and when I finish I walk over to where the stuff is on the ground and pick up a familiar looking card. She has dropped her Social Security card and some other important stuff. She tells me thank you so much and further explains her son ran out of gas on Interstate I-10 near Barker Cypress exit and he is now stuck in the HOV lane and of course it is still rush hour traffic in West Houston. Rush hour traffic in Houston is nothing to just dismiss as no big deal especially when you are broke down in the far left lane.

I put the top on the gas can and take it over to her car. She says to me please we need to hurry and I have no idea where to put this full gas can. I tell her No worries and wedge the can in the back seat behind the passenger side front seat putting it on the floor and move the front seat forward just far enough to get the can inside and not allowing it to move anywhere. I also tell her we need to put something over the long neck of the gas funnel of the can as the small end cap is missing. I grab some towels from the paper towel rack the station has and stuff a few into the tiny opening so gas will not spill all over her fairly new car. She gets behind the wheel and starts her car. She nervously smiles at me and is saying thank you very much over and over again.

As she is leaving she tells me thank you one more time. I tell her no problem and I was very happy to help her. I also tell her I hope all is well with her son. She now stops the car and looks me in the eye and says to me I usually am as cool as cucumber under all circumstances but this is my baby boy. I have to be calm all the time as I am a full time Houston Police Officer. (HPD) She could probably see the shock on my face. I was more than happy to help someone who I knew was scared to death. I guess what I learned from this experience even highly trained Police Officers sometimes need the help of just normal citizens. That night we watched the evening news and there was no report of a young man having a problem with his car in the HOV lane and trust me if there had been accident it would have been all over the news. As Don Henley of the Eagles sings in one of his hit songs “Just give me dirty laundry”. We were very relieved at my home that my new police officer friend son is probably all right.

This whole episode showed me what I already knew that a normal Mom will doo just about anything short of breaking the law for children. Here is a police officer who had to ask for help and showed how terrified she was during this part of her ordeal.

It sometimes pays off to pay it forward by helping someone who is in desperate need of getting help as one never knows who you are helping.

If you have any questions about homes for sale or homes for rent in the Katy or Sugarland, Cypress or surrounding areas, contact me at:

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Katy ISD is seeking Donations of Smartphone

Bob Gilbert — Fri, 20 Apr 2012 22:08:00 GMT

Katy ISD is seeking Donations of Smartphone

Katy ISD which is the school district in Katy TX is seeking donations of smartphone. They are turning the used smartphone into Mobile Learning Devices (MLDs). These MLDs will supplement other devices the School District currently owns and this will increase the technology capability in several classrooms.

The School district uses a variety of Web 2.0 tools that heighten classroom learning and improves student participation due to the use of technology.

Katy ISD has a public Wi-Fi system which was initiated this past year which allows anyone with a Wi-Fi enabled device to access the school district filtered Internet. All donated devices will be placed in schools and made available to students that do not already have their own smartphone technology. Many of the students already are equipped with these smartphones and they will not be eligible to obtain a donated item.

Items the district is accepting include: smartphones, tablets, iTouch and other mobile smart devices that have internet capability.

You can drop off your smartphone and accessories donation at any Katy ISD campus or at the Educational Support Complex. All donations are eligible as a tax deductible donation. No worries the staff will completely clear out all memory so the smartphone is totally clean before being given to any students.

I personally think this is a truly wonderful idea. This allows all the students the opportunity to access the current technology and learn from it regardless of the family’s economic situation. Obviously not all students in Katy ID have their own smartphones. I have an old smartphone I would love to donate but those idiots in my opinion at A T & T did not down load all my contacts properly ( actually none to be precise) when we bought our new phones. I just need to find another 4 hours to hang out at their store to make them do it correctly this time and make them miserable for the inconvenience of having to go through this twice. My data is luckily still on my old phone.

If you have any questions about homes for sale or homes for rent in the Katy or Sugarland, Cypress or surrounding areas, contact me at:

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West Houston Airport near Katy TX hosting Open House

Bob Gilbert — Fri, 20 Apr 2012 22:07:00 GMT

West Houston Airport near Katy TX hosting Open House

West Houston Squadron of the Commemorative Air Force (CAF) is holding an open house.

The spring open house will be held on Saturday April 21 and Sunday April 22, 2012.

The doors will be open each day from 10AM until 5 PM.

View, take pictures and appreciate aircraft from World War II, Korea and today both on the ground and in the air.

Bombers, Fighters and Transport planes plus many more will be on site.

Some aircraft rides will be available for a fee.

The event is being held at the West Houston Airport which is located north of Interstate I-10 between Barker Cypress Road and Highway 6 and the address is 18000 Groshke Road Houston TX 77084 and this is right next door to Katy TX.

There is no admittance fee but everyone is asked to make a $10 donation to the non-profit 501 c (3) organization so it can continue to function.

If you like aircraft and planes then this is an event you need to plan to attend as the West Houston Airport near Katy TX hosting an open house will be a fabulous time to be had by all.

If you want more information go to their web site.

If you have any questions about homes for sale or homes for rent in the Katy or Sugarland, Cypress or surrounding areas, contact me at:

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Garage Sale in entire City of Katy TX

Bob Gilbert — Mon, 16 Apr 2012 22:40:00 GMT

Garage Sale in entire City of Katy TX

Mark your calendars as the historic City of Katy TX is holding a city wide garage sale on Saturday April 21, 2012. This event will take place rain or shine. Katy is promoting this event as part of the celebration of the Great American Cleanup. Residents are encouraged to have community yard sales and garage sales as a means of Keeping Katy Beautiful. This initiative fits with the Katy City Council group which has the same name as “Keep Katy Beautiful”. The City of Katy is providing all the advertising while residents are encouraged to clean out closets, garages, attics and rid their homes of clutter and make some money in the process. The City says think outside the box and combine personal with neighbors or neighborhoods or churches or other groups.

The theme this year is REduce, REuse, REcycle and REbuy which also compliments the areas Green program.

If you want more information E-mail kkb@cityofkaty.com or go to the City’s web site.

This should be an excellent opportunity for buyers who love to hunt for bargains to drive around Katy TX and check out all the potential treasures other folks have no need to keep. If I get time you will see me rooting around looking for a real hidden gem. In a main market of a major city, I found US Morgan Silver dollars being sold at significantly less than just the silver value. Sellers had no idea what they held.

If you have any questions about homes for sale or homes for rent in the Katy or Sugarland, Cypress or surrounding areas, contact me at:

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Katy ISD High School Choir to Perform at Katy TX Church

Bob Gilbert — Sat, 14 Apr 2012 17:36:00 GMT

Katy ISD High School Choir to Perform at Katy TX Church

Katy ISD is an independent district in the State of Texas and it is composed of 6 High Schools.

Those High Schools are Katy High School, Cinco Ranch, Seven Lakes, Mayde Creek, Morton Ranch and Katy Taylor. All of these schools have exceptional arts programs and high school choirs.

Katy High is the oldest school in terms of age of the group.

The award winning Katy High School Choir will perform the 5 TH annual Dessert Cabaret on Monday April 16 and Tuesday April 17, 2012.

The performance will take place at First Baptist Church in Historic Katy which is located 600 Pin Oak Road Katy TX

This is a fund raising project for this very fine High School Choir.

Tickets are $10 per person general admission and $5 per person Gold Card.

The Katy ISD High School Choir performance will begin at 7:00 PM on both evenings.

The theme this year in Katy TX is “Town and Country” and the will be held in “The Studio” of the Katy TX Church.

If you want more information or to make reservations call 281-237-1807. You can also visit the Choir’s web site.

This will be a mighty fine performance of choir music.

If you have any questions about homes for sale or homes for rent in the Katy or Sugarland, Cypress or surrounding areas, contact me at:

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Huge Spring sale at Outlet Stores of Katy Mills in Katy TX

Bob Gilbert — Fri, 13 Apr 2012 22:21:00 GMT

Huge Spring sale at Outlet Stores of Katy Mills in Katy TX

If you love to shop try Huge Spring Sale at Katy Mills in Katy, TX with discounts available from several major retailers.

Starts Friday April 13, 2012 and goes through Sunday April 15, 2012.

Marketing Director at Katy Mills Mall says “Katy Mills continues to be South Texas leading destination to find the latest fashions and popular brands” at low prices.

If you need to refresh your clothes closet Katy Mills this weekend may be your best alternative.

The list of participating outlet stores retailers is long and includes the following:

LAST CALL by Neiman Marcus

Saks Fifth Ave. Off 5^TH

Cole Haan Outlet

Tommy Hilfiger Company Store

Kenneth Cole Company Store

Juicy Couture

DKNY Company Store

Ann Taylor Loft,

J. Crew Factory Store

Janie & Jack Outlet

Plus several more!

If you want more information about Katy Mill or the super sale this weekend call 281- 644- 5000 or visit their web site.

I recently discovered Katy Mills has a Levi’s Outlet store and I have bought new jeans there during the last month or so. I grew up wearing Levi Jeans and now I have once again figured out their jeans fit good and are comfortable to wear. I also like the Nike Outlet store as sometimes they have really cheap prices for apparel of all sorts.(Golf shirts, workout clothes, etc.) Nike shoes do not fit my feet so I do not even look at the cheap prices of the numerous pairs of foot wear which are available.

After saving all kinds of money on your clothes call me and I will show you houses for sale or rent in Katy Texas that will make you and your family very happy for years to come.There is an excellent supply right now of Katy Texas homes.

If you have any questions about homes for sale or homes for rent in the Katy or Sugarland, Cypress or surrounding areas, contact me at:

bobgilbert2003@msn.com or bob@bobgilbert.com

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Almost Wordless Monday April 9, 2012

Bob Gilbert — Thu, 12 Apr 2012 22:22:00 GMT

Almost Wordless Monday April 9, 2012

I was at the local Spec's liqour store this past Saturday ( before Easter)and I happened upon a guy and his friend talking with one friend sitting inside the Ferrari he owns. Before I got out of the car my car, I remembered what Roy Kelley of ActiveRain tells everyone to have their camera always ready. I took my camera with me and asked the owner if he minded if I took a picture of his wonderful car. He responded with how about I take a picture of you in my car. Of course I was thrilled and the above picture is the result.

If you are thinking of buying a house or selling a house or leasing a house I am avaiable and I will do outstanding job helping you with all your Real Estate needs. Homes is a passion of mine and nothing makes me feel better than assisting a client find their dream home.

If you have any questions about homes for sale or homes for rent in the Katy or Sugarland, Cypress or surrounding areas, contact me at:

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Excellent Medical Care for your loving Pet Available in Katy Texas

Bob Gilbert — Thu, 12 Apr 2012 22:20:00 GMT

Excellent Medical Care for your loving Pet Available in Katy Texas

Pet Medical Center of Katy has been providing the local community with superior medical services for residents pets since 2005.

Dr. Cruz and her staff dedicate themselves to treating all of their pet patients with loving care and providing superior service.

Pet Medical Center provides high quality, individualized veterinary medical and surgical care in a very comfortable setting.

Services include:

Preventative Medicine/Vaccinations

Wellness Screening

In-house and outside laboratory capabilities

Dentistry

Surgery, with intravenous catheterization and intra-operative fluid support

State of the art anesthetic monitoring, including blood pressure, end tidal CO2, EKG, pulse oximetry, core body temperature

On site X-ray with Digital Processing

Ultrasound available, performed by a mobile board-certified veterinary radiologist

Microchipping

Providing Boarding for our patients and many more services.

Pet Medical center is located in the heart of Grand Lakes neighborhood at 6455 Fry Road Katy Texas 77494 or 281-392-7544.

We have taken our pets to this facility since they opened and we could not be happier with their work and service. If your pet needs medical care call these folks as they treat dogs, cats and other animals.

If you want more information about pet Medical Center go to their web site by clicking

here.

If you have any questions about homes for sale or homes for rent in the Katy or Sugarland, Cypress or surrounding areas, contact me at:

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Home & Garden Show in Houston TX

Bob Gilbert — Thu, 12 Apr 2012 22:17:00 GMT

Home & Garden Show in Houston TX

This is the 27 TH Annual Home and Garden Show

♥ Starts Friday April 13 and goes thru Sunday April 15, 2012

This show will help those with a Houston Home or Katy Home.

Friday, 13 TH April:	2.00pm-8.00pm
Saturday, 14th April:	10.00am-8.00pm
Sunday, 15th April:	11.00 am-6.00pm

Promoters “claim this show will have over 700 experts, products, services and ideas all under one roof” for one stop shopping.

Home & Garden Show is being held at Reliant Park in Houston.

The address is One Reliant Park Houston, Texas 77054

Parking is available at Reliant Center at their normal daily rates.

Single Day General Admission Ticket Prices:
Adults	$10
Adult Two Day Pass	$20
Seniors ( 65 plus)	$8.50
Children 14 and under (Must be accompanied by an adult)	Free

Home and Garden Show is for all who want knowledge of what is new on the market and available to owners for their homes, gardens, home remodeling projects, home décor requirements, outdoor living needs and home landscaping requirements.

One of our friends who has in the past attended this show told me it is a good Home & Garden Show to attend especially if you want to make changes to your home during the next year. If you want to be ahead of your neighbors this is the Garden & Home Show to attend.

Reliant Park is an easy drive on a weekend from Katy Texas or Cypress Texas.

If you have any questions about homes for sale or homes for rent in the Katy or Sugarland, Cypress or surrounding areas, contact me at:

bobgilbert2003@msn.com or bob@bobgilbert.com

or visit me on my web site at http://www.katyhomefinder.com

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