If Santa twists an ankle on the roof, or dad slips off the ladder while hanging the holiday lights, they need treatment quickly. As Sugar Land’s first free-standing ER, St. Michael’s has their own X-ray, Ultrasound and CT, and on-site diagnostic lab. If you do need long-term treatment, St. Michael’s is not affiliated with just one single hospital...instead they have agreements with all the best nearby hospitals to get you priority care quickly. James K. writes, “When you need an emergency room, the last thing you want is a long line and mounds of paperwork before you can see a doctor. St. Michael's provides a refreshing take on the emergency room experience!”

Prince said, “The key to longevity is to learn every aspect of music that you can,” and that’s a lesson Fort Bend Music Center understands! Since 1983, they’ve been the Houston area’s preferred venue for music lessons, instrument sales and rentals, instrument repair, music books, and piano moving and tuning. Renee Massey, Fort Bend Music Center’s Lessons Desk Manager says, “In our piano group lessons, we use the Yamaha Music Education System, the most comprehensive music program available. Through group lessons, our students learn ear training, how to read music, and how to play both ensemble and solo styles. It accelerates the learning process...and group dynamics are familiar and fun to kids who play on sports teams or who work in groups at school.”

“Losing weight quickly meant we didn’t have to sustain will power for very long. Maintaining the weight loss has been much, much easier than losing weight ever was! You get a clear meal plan that’s easy to understand and follow. In fact, I just got back from a Girls Weekend to the Food and Wine Festival in Fredericksburg...and I’m going to use that meal plan to take off the pound or two I put on having fun. It’s really simple to follow and Dr. Harris’s wife made sure I had her cell phone number and her email so I could contact her with any questions. The program is so quick that you can literally start in December and lose a lot of weight before your New Year’s party.”

“Dr. Baltazar went above and beyond to find an answer to my problem...and he’s also one of the most caring, personable doctors I’ve ever known. Twice before doing a procedure, he began by praying over my leg. He always let me and Paulette know what he was doing, why he was doing it, what it might feel like, and what the desired outcome would be. We have been very impressed with Dr. Baltazar’s level of specialization and the expertise he brings to each patient. We truly believe that when it comes to veins, there’s nothing he can’t do!”

“The number of medical conditions related to tooth decay is astounding,” says Dr. Thomas Lomonte, D.D.S. of Stafford. Recent studies have shown that the development of cardiovascular problems like heart disease, blockages of blood vessels and strokes have all been associated with chronic inflammation from gum disease. Many diabetics already know that chronic inflammation of the gums seems to weaken the body’s ability to control blood sugar and utilize insulin. There are even current studies on the effects of gum disease on rheumatoid arthritis, lung conditions and obesity.

With frantic work schedules and the demands of school and family life, sleep has become an afterthought. We take sleep for granted, until lack of sleep harms the healthy habits that form the foundation of success. In fact, the increased pace of life today is the #1 reason to make quality sleep a top priority.

The first step of decluttering involves getting a trashbag and tossing all your old and worn-out stuff. Now imagine if everyone ripped out their old bathtubs, tile or counters….our landfills and trash heaps would be overflowing! The Miracle Method refinishing process transforms tile, cultured marble, Corian®, Formica®, Wilsonart® and other laminate countertops.…without ripping them out! When you choose Miracle Method, you reduce the burden on landfills and help reduce pollution created by manufacturing and transporting of new fixtures...without paying for carbon credits (or an expensive remodel)!

“Dr. Ahmadi was even better in person. He really cares and was so patient. I got very emotional talking about my body. I was so insecure about my stomach and really nervous to show him.He told me, ‘You will have great results’ and all the fear went away. Everyone was so friendly and warm that I scheduled my appointment for my Lipotuck™ before I even left his office that first time.”

Whether you can picture the room of your dreams or you need design ideas from an expert, Teri’s got you covered! She says, “I’ll come over and we’ll discuss what you want done. Then I’ll introduce you to the contractor I think would be the best fit for the job and your personality. All our teams have had thorough background checks, carry insurance, and have years of experience. Since I work with several contractors, it’s easy to find the perfect match. If you do need a change, there’s no worry. Just give me a call and I’ll handle everything!” Do you work long hours and have a long commute? Teri will be on the job site daily, managing all aspects of the project so you don't have to fret!

You don’t want to “blink and miss out” on a moment of your child’s life, so it’s crucial that you take care of your health. Many Health Savings Account or Medical Flex Spending Plans don’t allow unused benefits to be rolled over to the new year...but there’s still time to make an appointment for an exam, a new pair of glasses, and some peace of mind for the future.