[Editor’s Note: Houston is a huge, incredibly varied city, and there is so much to see and hear. Almost too much! Luckily, our good friends at Stay Diverse can often be seen out and about, highlighting some of the places we love and places we’ve yet to see. So while you’re stopping by MyHoustonLife to […]
HOUSTUNES Music Spotlight: Monica Matocha
The girl’s got style, and even defies gravity. Monica Matocha, local to Houston, is a young heart that’s destined to rise above all that holds back the elusive attainment of pop stardom. Passion like this can’t be taught, which is why Monica was immediately drawn to the line from Steven Furtick’s book, Sun Stand Still, “If no one has […]
Giving Back on Thanksgiving
With the holiday season fast approaching, it is important to take time out to help those in Houston who are less fortunate than us. Now it’s not to say volunteering should only be emphasized during the holidays — lending a hand to our fellow man should be a year-round occurrence — but its natural to feel […]
Community Spotlight: Cossaboom YMCA
Many people tend to overlook the state of living for inner city youth in Houston. Some make a conscious effort to look the other way, while others find their lives too busy to take notice. There are some though, who find themselves staring the issue squarely in the face. There are some, who know that […]