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Nestled in the middle of a residential block in Houston's east side sits Smither Park, home to mosaic folk art created by local artists and dedicated to John H. Smither, a local supporter and collector of American Folk Art.

Taqueria Rio Verde is serving up freshly made flour tortillas just like grandma used to! Find out what we think you should order on your next visit.

I visited the George Observatory at Brazos Bend State Park on the night of Sunday, January 20th to capture the most recent super moon using manual settings on my DSLR.

I read to explore thoughts, ideas, and different perspectives on a variety of issues of personal importance. A part of Wander Through will be dedicated to my personal interest in reading to explore and understand more about the lives of different people.

This past Satur...

Las Monarcas Mexican Restaurant in Houston's East End serves up daily specials, and we love their two-dollar gorditas on Tuesdays. Find out why!

A solo Saturday hike at Brazos Bend State Park might be what you need to relax and recharge. Read about my walk along Elm Lake Trail to help plan your next visit!

Taqueria Guadalajara sits at the end of a residential block serving up delicious Mexican home-style food.

Along Southmore Avenue in Pasadena sits a little ray of sunshine: Taqueria El Sol de Jalisco. We have visited this taqueria for a few years and have observed the subtle changes in both the number of diners and the quality of the food served.

 On a recent visit I decided...

Since late October, Abel has been working 12-13 hour days, and has usually only had one day off during the week. Needless to say, our time together has been limited beyond dinner and sleep. So, when we got an invite for a weekend in Waco right before Christmas, we imme...

I love beer.

Some people laugh uncomfortably when I say that, as if enjoying a delicious brew is shameful. I enjoy trying new craft beers but I will gladly drink a Budlight (I know, gasp!) if that's all that's available. I love amber and brown ales, as well as stouts a...