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Thinking Boldly Out of the Box

Yep, that's me. In my early years my parents gave sketchbooks with blank pages to me and my brother during our family long road trips. We would draw in these sketchbooks using our imagination. We were never given coloring books. These pages were filled with cartoon characters and other images from our imagination. I thank my parents for that. Drawing and writing in a sketchbook became a way of life for me especially when I travel. They are my diaries.
I love to be immersed in all the arts from drawing, printmaking, painting to ceramics and creating jewelry.

When I am working with a piece of paper, canvas, etc. I want to fill the area with "marks" that excite me. I like to be bold when creating my "marks" using charcoal and mixed media in describing a human form or a landscape. At first I work very fast using my whole body to create a rhythm. I look for relationships of my shapes to the surrounding shapes so that the background shapes and spaces are just as important. Thereafter I may add layers of mixed media to enhance the expressionistic tone of my work.

I am fortunate to have this opportunity to create. I am also more fortunate to have a wonderful daughter and son...they mean the world to me. I also am lucky to have a great bother who has helped me in this adventure! I also have a wonderful husband who is my "stabilizer", if that can ever be done!

I love to run, work out in the gym, swim, bike or just sit in the sun with my sketchbook and a glass of vino.

Briones is a native Texan and proud Latina who grew up on the U.S.-Mexico border. She is the daughter of teachers, who taught her the importance of education, hard work, and serving others—values that have defined her and which she now brings to the office of County Commissioner for Precinct 4.

Upon graduating from Harvard University, she began her career as an 8th and 10th-grade teacher at two of the lowest-income public schools in the country. She then attended Yale Law School, where she led the Latino Law Students’ public service initiatives and provided pro-bono assistance to victims of domestic abuse and juvenile offenders. Briones returned to Texas to practice law at Vinson & Elkins LLP, then served as General Counsel and Chief Operating Officer of the Laura & John Arnold Foundation, a major philanthropic nonprofit. She went on to become the Judge of Harris County Civil Court at Law No. 4. Judge Briones was the highest-rated Harris County Civil Court at Law Judge in the 2019 Houston Bar Association (HBA) Judicial Evaluation Poll and won the 2020 HBA Judicial Preference Poll. Briones also serves as an adjunct professor at the University of Houston Law Center.

She and her husband, Adán, live in Houston with their three daughters and worship at St. Ambrose Catholic Church.

The mission of The Lian Dante Foundation is to create an empathetic community by fostering, empowering and encouraging acceptance of individuals for who they are, while respecting their personal experience and journey in life.

Help us create an equitable future for young people that face challenges, need support freeing themselves from issues that impact the way they view themselves and the world around them. Whether you’re most comfortable contributing time to help support programs, achieve our advocacy goals, money to help us grow, or energy to influence public policy by contacting our government leaders, we need you on our team.

Life Houston is a provider of free baby formula for babies in need.

LiftFund is a non-profit Community Development Financial Institution with a mission to provide financing and coaching to small businesses that mainstream finance doesn’t traditionally reach. Celebrating 30 years, LiftFund’s greatest strength continues to be removing barriers to capital and business support for entrepreneurs, especially those without banking relationships or little to no credit. Since inception, 68% of their small business clients have been low- to moderate-income, 40% women, and 80% people of color. Coming to LiftFund for support, these restaurant owners, beauty salon operators, daycare providers, construction firms and service providers and many others gained the tools to not only transform their businesses, but their families, employees, and communities for generations to come. This work has resulted in over 26,000 loans and almost $1 billion in capital disbursed to small businesses since LiftFund’s inception.

Retired non profit executive

Lisse Wellness and Weight Management Clinic is a comprehensive healthcare center dedicated to helping individuals achieve their weight loss and wellness goals. They offer personalized treatment plans, including medically supervised weight loss programs, nutritional guidance, and the latest anti-obesity medications, such as GLP-1 agonists. Their holistic approach combines advanced medical care with lifestyle modifications to promote long-term success.

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Luxury pool cleaning and repairs for The Heights, River Oaks, and Memorial in Houston, TX.

Loving Impact Senior Assistance is a dedicated nonprofit organization committed to enhancing the lives of seniors by providing supplementary cleaning and organization services to create safe, healthy, and welcoming living spaces. Our services include comprehensive cleaning of bathrooms, kitchens, living areas, and bedrooms, as well as home organization aimed at reducing clutter, improving air quality, and minimizing fall risks. We offer flexible options with cleaning schedules tailored to meet each senior's unique needs.

With a mission rooted in compassion and support, Loving Impact Senior Assistance eases the transition for seniors and their families from independent living to requiring assistance, ensuring a sense of peace, wellness, and dignity. Our team is passionate about creating an environment that fosters independence while promoting a supportive community. We strive to make a meaningful impact by alleviating the physical and emotional challenges of our beloved seniors.

Lucky's Plumbing is a family-owned and operated residential repair company dedicated to providing top-notch plumbing services with a personal touch. With years of experience and a deep commitment to customer satisfaction, we offer a full range of plumbing solutions, including leak repairs, pipe replacements, water heater installations, and routine maintenance. Our skilled and certified technicians use the latest tools and techniques to ensure efficient and reliable service. At Lucky's Plumbing, we pride ourselves on our integrity, honesty, and the quality of our work, ensuring that every job is done right the first time. Trust us to keep your home's plumbing in perfect working order with our prompt, friendly, and professional service.

6-12 grade College-preparatory, Christian education located in the heart of Houston. We are ranked among the top 15 percent most diverse private schools in Texas. We welcome you to discover and join our community.

We have prepared and sent many students to some of the greatest colleges throughout the United States as well as those great schools located here in Texas. Several of our graduates have accepted appointments into our military academies and have gone on to serve our country and then moved into leadership roles within the business world.

Often times we see the football player take on the lead role in the Spring Musical, or the softball player who was also named to First Team All-State as a basketball player. These opportunities and more exist right here in Houston at LNA. Most importantly, we teach from a biblical worldview perspective.  Knowing that God not only directs the affairs of man, He also desires a personal relationship with each of us. We teach and believe that God is always with us.  He tells us in His Word that He will never leave us. We teach and believe that God loved us so much He sent His only Son to die for our sins.  We teach and believe that Jesus Christ conquered death, rose from the dead and sits at the right hand of God to be our judge and all who believe in Him have eternal life. Through His life death and resurrection for each of us, we can now go out and literally change the world with this very message. For these reasons we proudly state Lutheran North Academy offers excellence in academics and meaningful ministry and continues to grow tomorrow’s leaders.

Maid Right of Northwest Houston provides residential and commercial cleaning services. They cover the Houston Heights, Acres Home, Cypress, Jersey Village and Klein areas.

Maid To Change is a premiere maid service and house cleaning company in Houston, Tx established in 2020. We hold a 4.8-5 star rating throughout all platforms, and specialize in deep cleaning, move out cleaning, rental properties, office cleaning, and organizing. We provide instant pricing, and easy online booking to make your appointment hassle-free. All of our cleaners are insured and bonded, take pride in their work, and love to clean. We give each and every client outstanding customer service, and with every maid service we aim for perfection, and that's why many of our clients are recurring. We are "Maid To Change" and that is something we hold dear to each home and client.

HOUSE CLEANING IN THE GREATER Houston AREA  

Maid U Shine is your trusted partner for top-quality Maid Service and house cleaning in the Houston, Katy, Memorial, Tomball, Spring, and many more areas. With a commitment to excellence, our dedicated team of cleaning professionals ensures that every corner of your home shines with cleanliness and freshness. Experience the convenience and peace of mind that comes with a spotless living space when you choose Maid U Shine. Bonded and Insured. We specialize in Deep Clean, Residential Clean, Commercial Clean, Made Ready, Move In, Move Out, Customize Clean and the most popular Recurrent Clean.

Maid U Shine, Making your life Shine Brighter!

Memorial Assistance Ministries (MAM) is a Houston based non-profit organization. We believe that stable families and caring communities are at the heart of making Houston a great place to work, play, and grow. MAM helps families do more and go further than they can alone. We offer a range of programs focused on building financially stable families, a strong workforce, and healthy, supportive communities.

Commercial Landscaping Services

A brief list of services we offer (but are not limited to):
-Landscape Maintenance
-Landscape Clean-Ups
-Pressure Washing
-Tree Removals of Any Size / High Tree Trimming
-Leaf and debris removal
-Irrigation / Sprinkler Repairs and Installations
-Plant / Flower Installations
-Gutter and Roof Cleaning
-Grass Seeding / Fertilization
-Snow Removal / De-icing
-Pest Control
-Junk Removal
-Emergency Landscaping Services
etc.

We are masters at everything pool-related! Manning Pool Service provides exceptional Houston pool maintenance, pool cleaning, and pool equipment repair.

Founded in 2001 by Jeff Manning, Jeff has provided extensive pool service and repair expertise for the Greater Houston Area. Jeff has guided his sons to become masters in the trade and looks forward to one day handing over the keys to the kingdom.

Susan Manning, our matriarch, has an extensive background in landscape architecture and a keen eye for aesthetics. Together, they bring over 50 years of combined experience to the pool industry.

Manning Pool Service is your one-stop-shop for Houston pool cleaning, maintenance, and pool equipment repair. Our mission is to build an inspired and knowledgeable team of people whom consistently offer outstanding customer service to the Houston area. We understand your pool is your investment – let us make it a fun, safe, and beautiful experience.