March 2009

COVER: Creating beautiful and comforting space within homes like this bedroom is the work of Amy Bott of Space Lift Interiors in Athens. Photo by Andy Post

FEATURES

7  Real Estate Market is Steady
in the Upper East Side of Texas
Realtors discuss current market trends for the region and remain optimistic despite challenging times.
By Tom Geddie

8  Small  House Living
Kenneth Burkhalter talks about his downsize to a 400-square foot home near Waskom and a simpler way of living.

10  Convenient Downtown Lifestyle
The Ballard family is enjoying their recent move into downtown Tyler in the renovated Moore Grocery Lofts.

10  Couple Builds Eco-Friendly Home
C’aaron and Clint Stephens are in the process of building their dream home one step at a time with recycled materials wherever possible.

11  Enjoy the Comforts of Home
with Style and Order
Amy Bott of Space Lift Interiors and Paula Marshall with EZ to Organize can shape up rooms, houses, and businesses into more functional, enjoyable spaces.
By P.A. Geddie

12  Women Rule
A search for women in government leadership roles turns up some disappointing numbers, but the promise of a more
balanced government to come.
By P.A. Geddie and Kelsey Kamel

14  Landscape Design:
Practical Ideas for your Garden
Dr. Neil Odenwald shares tips for designing and developing functional, attractive, and artistic landscaping.
By  Kelsey Kamel

17  Free Water: Harvesting Rainfall
Ideas for capturing and storing rainwater to use for landscaping and other non potable uses, as well as for drinking water.
By P.A. Geddie

DEPARTMENTS
5  Talk of the Town
New Play Festival, Chili Cook-Off, Dogwood Trails Festival, Haydon concert, Community Theatre, ArtsView, Potty Paper, Winnsboro Block Party

6  Business
Riley Dirt Services, Van Zandt Historical Commission, Career Change Tips, Women and Minority Firms, Brookshires, Austin Bank, Longview EDS, Kilgore College, UT Palestine, ...

13  Feel Good
MAKING SENSE OF ESSENTIAL OILS
How to “check the oil” to make sure it will do it’s job, and other tips for using oils for good health and for gardening.
By Laura Hopkins

16  Kid’s Korner
Build a kite, the art of catnapping, Pet’s Peeves, Small Wonders, and crosswords.
By Vern Dailey and Muffin

18   Calendar

22   Music Listing

23  MUSIC: Gurf Morlix headlines in Winnsboro and Terri Hendrix, Lloyd Maines, and Adam Carroll perform in Tyler in March.

24  Dining Guide

25  Grits & Gourmet
MAMA’S TABLE AT EDOM BAKERY & CAFE
Enjoy a table full of Italian cuisine every Thursday night in Edom.
By Jeff Gottesman

26  Reel Time
PROVEN TACTICS FOR HYBRID STRIPED BASS
Hybrid striped bass provide fishing thrills Texas anglers hooked on catching them.
By Barry St. Clair

27  Marketplace