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Hello Friends! This past weekend was filled with celebration, family, and memories I’ll cherish forever of attending the commencement ceremony for my MBA degree. It marked an incredible achievement, made even more special by the fact that I graduated alongside my sister and we both earned our MBA degrees together. We arrived in New Orleans on Friday night for an Alumni Party and enjoyed some incredible Cajun cuisine with our families. We indulged in amazing dishes like crawfish, jambalaya, braised short ribs, and cheesy grits, finishing the night with beignets—one of my favorites. My sister and I sat side by side, walked the stage one after the other, and shared a moment that truly felt once in a lifetime. It wasn’t an easy journey, but we supported each other through our most challenging classes while balancing life as wives, moms, and professionals working demanding full-time jobs. There were moments over the past few years when I questioned my own brainpower, especially with subjects like microeconomics and macroeconomics, because they just didn’t click the first time. I could write a 16-page essay in my sleep without hesitation but felt immediate anxiety the moment I sat down for a proctored exam. The night before the commencement ceremony, I wasn’t stressed about walking in front of thousands of people. I was stressed about how I was going to pull off the scuba dance my daughter dared me to do and take the on-stage selfie I promised all of you in my last newsletter. A dare from your family matters more than what the rest of the world thinks! It even earned me a fist pump from the College Provost on stage as I walked by her. Priorities handled. 🎤 I truly believe that earning a degree is possible for anyone who stays determined and commits to putting in the work. Failure creates success, so keep learning, keep growing, and never give up. Stay determined, keep pushing forward, and trust that your hard work will turn your goals into reality! |
Here’s the closest I could get to pulling off an on-stage selfie!
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A special moment captured with the College Provost during the celebration walk.
A Little Fun St. Patrick’s Day History 🍀
St. Patrick’s Day began as a religious holiday honoring Ireland’s patron saint, but somewhere along the way it became a global celebration of wearing green, enjoying festive food, and pretending everyone has a little Irish heritage.
St. Patrick wasn’t even Irish. He was born in Britain and brought to Ireland as a teenager. Even more surprising, the original color associated with St. Patrick wasn’t green; it was blue. Green took over later thanks to Ireland’s lush landscape and a little enthusiastic holiday marketing.
Today, the holiday is celebrated with parades, music, dancing, and plenty of cheerful mischief. If there’s one thing history teaches us, it’s that traditions evolve, especially when food and fun are involved.
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Texas City Developments
Don’t forget the Scavenger Hunt III 409 Protocol does not end until April 9th.
Exciting news for Texas City! A new Texas Roadhouse is opening soon near Tanger Outlets and Buc-ee’s, with a grand opening set for March 31st at 3:45pm. Along with the great food and lively atmosphere, the restaurant is also bringing more than 250 new jobs to the local community.
Big Upgrades Happening in Texas City! Texas City is stepping into the future with major upgrades designed to better serve its growing community. A new Municipal Complex is now underway, bringing many city departments together under one roof and making services more convenient for residents.
The city also plans to expand the Engineering and Public Works facility, make necessary renovations to Moore Memorial Public Library, and build a new Fire Station No. 5 to help emergency crews respond more quickly to emergencies.
These upgrades are necessary because of the city’s rapid growth and the outdated facilities. The projects will be funded through certificates of obligation and will not increase the current property tax rate.
This long-term investment will strengthen public safety and create better spaces to serve the Texas City community.
Friends of Moore Memorial Public Library will host their Annual Used Book Sale on March 13th from 10:00am to 2:00pm and March 14th from 11:00am to 3:00pm at 1701 9th Avenue North in Texas City.
My sister Nichole and I waiting for our moment to shine.
Local Upcoming Events
There’s no shortage of events happening around our area this Spring Break. If you’re looking to venture out, the Houston Rodeo is in full swing, along with many other exciting events happening throughout the city.
Shoot Like A Girl is going to be at Bass Pro in League City on Saturday, March 14th from 9am to 6pm and Sunday, March 15th from 10am to 3pm. No equipment or prior experience needed—they provide everything.
Thursday, March 12th
Open Mic
6:00pm to 9:00pm
902 Marina Bay Dr, Clear Lake Shores
Blaggards
6:00pm to 10:00pm
707 Highway 146, Kemah
Pedro Capó LIVE
7:00pm to 12:00am
10000 Emmett F Lowry Expy, Suite 1140, Texas City
Friday, March 13th
Kemah Boardwalk
Sector-A Live
Starts at 1:00pm
215 Kipp Ave, Kemah
Kemah Boardwalk
Timeless HTX
Starts at 6:00pm
215 Kipp Ave, Kemah
Galveston Bay Brewing
Karaoke Night
7:00pm to 10:00pm
902 Marina Bay Dr, Clear Lake Shores
Line Up
7:00pm to 11:00pm
707 Highway 146, Kemah
Jackie’s Bar & Grill
Mary Jane Tom Petty Experience
8:30pm to 11:30pm
1053 Marina Bay Dr, Kemah
Saturday, March 14th
Kemah Boardwalk
Spring Break
Starts at 10:00am
215 Kipp Ave, Kemah
Bourbon & Bacon $70 per person
10:00am to 10:00pm
902 Marina Bay Dr, Clear Lake Shores
10:30am to 6:30pm
4403 State Hwy 3, Dickinson
Palapa Bar Kemah
LUCKY DOG Pet Pawty
4:00pm to 2:00am
608 6th St, Kemah
Mr. Wonderful
7:00pm to 11:00pm
707 Highway 146, Kemah
Galveston Bay Brewing
8:00pm to 10:00pm
902 Marina Bay Dr, Clear Lake Shores
Jackie’s Bar & Grill
The Slags
8:30pm to 12:00am
1053 Marina Bay Dr, Kemah
Sunday, March 15th
Kemah Weekly Walk
Starts at 6:15am
406 Texas Ave, Kemah
Galveston Bay Brewing
Dash Gordon Heroes Market
12:00pm to 4:00pm
902 Marina Bay Dr, Clear Lake Shores
STEP RIDEAU & THE ZYDECO Outlaws
3:00pm to 12:00am
10000 Emmett F Lowry Expy, Suite 1140, Texas City
Michael Deacon
5:00pm to 9:00pm
707 Highway 146, Kemah
Monday, March 16th
Try a new local restaurant and support your neighbors.
Tuesday, March 17th
Happy St Patrick’s Day! Irish today, tired tomorrow.
Galveston Bay Brewing
St. Paddy's Paddle
4:00pm to 6:00pm
902 Marina Bay Dr, Clear Lake Shores
Jackie’s Bar & Grill
St. Patrick's Day
11:00am to 10:00pm
1053 Marina Bay Dr, Kemah
Palapa Bar Kemah
Trivia
3:00pm to 2:00am
608 6th St, Kemah
Singo Bingo
5:00pm to 9:00pm
902 Marina Bay Dr, Clear Lake Shores
Travis Lance
6:00pm to 10:00pm
707 Highway 146, Kemah
Wednesday, March 18th
Schafer's Coastal Bar & Grille
Wine Down Wednesday
11:00am to 9:00pm
1002 Aspen Rd, Clear Lake Shores
New Horizon Free Weekly Networking Group
12:00pm to 1:00pm
2710 Gulf Freeway South, League City
Kalen Ahart
6:00pm to 10:00pm
707 Highway 146, Kemah
Trivia Night
7:00pm to 9:00pm
902 Marina Bay Dr, Clear Lake Shores
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Bay Area Houston Weekly Forecast 🐝
Wed, Mar 11: Warm and mild — 70° / 48° — partly sunny with light winds.
Thu, Mar 12: Mostly sunny, seasonable — 74° / 63° — a nice spring-like day.
Fri, Mar 13: Mild with a slight chance of showers — 76° / 64°.
Sat, Mar 14: Partly sunny with a slight rain chance — 76° / 64°.
Sun, Mar 15: Cooler and sunny — 66° / 46°.
Mon, Mar 16: Sunny and pleasant — 69° / 50°.
Tue, Mar 17: Mild with mixed sun and clouds — 71° / 54°.
Wed, Mar 18: Warm and partly sunny — 73° / 55°.
🍀 Looks like the leprechauns put in a good word with the weather department.
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