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G l e a n n l o c h F a r m sHomeowners’ Association Bulletin BoardBark Park Ribbon Cutting CeremonyMark your calendars for April 26 for the official opening ofthe Gleannloch Farms new Bark Park located on NorthpointeDrive. What is a Bark Park? A fun, safe place for dogs and theirowners to play.New Cabana for Sports/Athletic FieldThe HOA has approved design and contracts forconstruction of a concession/bathroom cabana to be built atthe Sports/Athletic Field, with construction to commencemid-spring. This new facility will add much-needed bathroomfacilities to the very active athletic facility. The cabana designalso provides covered shelter to support team concessionactivities.Annual Homeowners’ Meeting SetMark your calendars for the 2009 annual HOA meeting forTuesday, June 9 at 7 p.m. at Hassler Elementary.Community Directories Availablefor Pickup2009 directories are now available for pickup at theGleannloch Fitness Center near the stables. Directories areintended for residents only.Architectural FormsForms are available at the Community Associationoffice (281-225-8015) or via the community website atwww.gleannlochfarmsca.org.Trash and Recycling Pickup ReminderTrash will be picked up on Mondays and Thursdays byWCA Waste. Recycling will be picked up on Thursdays byResidential Recycling of Texas.Gleannloch Farms Newsletter April 2009

Play GroupAre you a new resident to Gleannloch Farms or lookingto meet other stay-at-home mothers and their children? Weinvite you to join a community playgroup. We meet every otherMonday at 10:30 a.m. at a home or public venue.Please contact Melissa Beltz at 281-251-5464 ormelissabeltz@hotmail.com to join the fun.Surrounding Area EventsRaise a Racquet forCypress Creek EMSSaturday, April 49 a.m.-4 p.m.Giammalva Racquet Club16400 Sir William DriveBeing “on the ball” is requisite whether an EMS volunteeror serving for the tennis match. Join the on-site exhibition ofEMS rolling equipment and hands-on safety demonstrations,and move into the tennis spirit by participating in games andlearning opportunities.This is an all-family fun day opportunity featuring health,safety and athletic development. Please wear tennis shoes toparticipate in the tennis activities.Admission is free. Donations to CCEMS are alwaysappreciated. Questions? Call 281-370-5801. April 2009 Gleannloch Farms Newsletter

Surrounding Area Events - continuedCalling all Current (and Future)Aggie Moms!Come join the Northwest Harris County Aggie Moms onApril 14 for our next monthly meeting. We will be inspired byLt. Gen. Joseph F. Weber, Vice President of Student Affairs, ashe shares his plans for taking the Department of Student Affairsto greater heights as he builds on Vision 2020 – Texas A&M’squest to be recognized as one of the top 10 public institutions ofhigher education in the country.Come learn about the new direction that Texas A&Mis heading as they work towards a closer connection betweenacademic endeavors and student activities as well as betterinclusion and integration of all students into the mainstream ofstudent life at A&M.We will meet for food, fun, and fellowship at 7 p.m. at theHouston Distributing Company, conveniently located nearWillowbrook Mall at the corner of 7100 High Life Drive andCutten Road, just south of FM 1960.Floral DesignAt our next meeting on Tuesday, April 21,the Society for the Advancement of FloralDesign (SAFD) will have the pleasure ofbringing you Elaine Carrell, an accomplishedfloral designer who has earned her TexasMaster Florist accreditation and is apast chairman of SAFD. She recentlyclosed her shop, Cypress Floral Designs,and embarked on a new journey which istaking her into a new direction in the floralindustry. Don’t miss the meeting so you can hearall about it and see her wonderful works offloral artistry!Join us at 6:30 p.m. for refreshments and 7 p.m.for the program at the Cypress Creek Christian CommunityCenter, located at 6823 Cypresswood Drive. Visit our website atwww.safdhouston.org for more information or call Shelli Black,Publicity Chairman, at 281-880-7087.Spring-Klein “Christmas in July” GalaTickets are now on sale for Spring-Klein’s premier socialevent, Christmas in July, the annual gala benefiting the Spring-Klein Chamber of Commerce. The event, the only of its kindin the Houston area, will be held at Shady Oaks Hall on July 24at 6:30 p.m. A festive holiday dinner will be followed by a liveauction, presentation of our “TONI” Awards – Business of theYear, and dancing to music from Braid! For ticket informationgo to springkleinchamber.org or call 281-257-4431. April 2009 Gleannloch Farms Newsletter

Pet News“Dogs come when they’re called; cats take a message and get back to you.” – Mary BlyBark Park RulesWe hope to see you at our Bark Park Grand Opening onApril 26 from 2-4 p.m.! So that all of our residents and theirpets have a safe and enjoyable experience, please be remindedof the rules for the Bark Park:1..3.4.5.6.7.8.9.10.11.1.Hours are from 7 a.m. to dusk.Children under 9 are not permitted in the park.Owners are responsible for the actions and behavior oftheir dogs at all times.Dogs must be leashed when entering and leaving the park.Dogs must have current vaccinations.Dogs must wear current license tags in the park.Dogs must never be left unattended.Dogs must be in view of and within voice control of theirhandler/owner at all times.Dog owners must carry a leash with them at all times whilein the park.Dog owners are responsible for picking up and disposing ofdog waste.Dogs in heat are prohibited.Dogs showing any sign of aggression must be leashed andimmediately removed from park.13.14.15.16.Dogs must be under control of adult, and there is amaximum limit of 2 dogs per adult in the park at any time.No food or drink allowed in the park.No bicycles, skateboards, roller blades or motorizedvehicles allowed.Owners must stop their dogs from digging and areresponsible for filling any holes their dogs create.Jennifer SchultzChair, Gleannloch Farms Pet CommitteeGleannloch Farms Newsletter April 2009

Harris County Animal Regulationshttp://www.countypets.com/Laws/Regulation.htmHarris County Animal Control: 281-999-3191Harris County has a very useful website that outlinesall the regulations regarding pet ownership. Informationregarding required vaccinations, leash laws, pet licensing andmore can be found at this site.Residents should be aware of the Gleannloch Farmsdeed restrictions regarding animal ownership and should referto their deed restrictions and information on this subjectavailable via AMI.“Animals are such agreeable friends. They ask no questions;they pass no criticism.” – George ElliotCommunity Health WatchAvoiding DehydrationIn Houston, the warm weather returns to our area fairlyquickly after the winter season. By early April, it can start tofeel hot outside especially if you are in direct sunlight. With allthe different activities that our children are involved in, theycan easily get dehydrated while participating in their sports.When you are dehydrated, you cannot perform at your optimalcapacity. Your motor skills are impaired and your mentalawareness is suppressed which leads to a higher risk of heatexhaustion and heat stroke.You only need to lose about 2% of your body weight influids to affect your performance. By the time you feel thirsty,you are already dehydrated. Some signs include noticeablethirst, muscle cramps, weakness, headaches, dizziness andnausea. Another way to check for dehydration is to monitor thecolor of your urine. If your urine is pale in color like lemonade,that is a sign of good hydration. However, dark color urine likeapple juice means you need more fluids.Prevention is the key to avoiding the severe effects ofdehydration. Drinking fluids before, during and after workoutsor games can stop the occurrence of dehydration. Intake offluids of about 1-2 cups 2-3 hours before activity and then every15-20 minutes during the activity can help to replenish yourbody. Additionally, do not forget to replace all the lost fluidsand electrolytes over the next 2-4 hours after your workout.Another way to know how well you are maintaining yourbody’s fluid balance is by knowing your “sweat rate” – matchingfluid out (sweating) with fluid in (drinking). Weigh yourselfbefore and after games or practices and limit your weight lossto less than 2% of your body weight. For example, a 150-poundathlete should lose no more than 3 pounds after a workout.10 April 2009 Gleannloch Farms Newsletter

Lastly, it is very important to speak up if you feel ill duringa workout. Suffering in silence or “toughing it out” can be verydangerous, especially in Houston’s hot and humid weather.Notify your coach, trainer or parent if you do not feel well.Having a “workout buddy” can also prevent mishaps fromhappening as the buddy can look for any early warning signs.Vitamin D…Why Is It So Important?Dr. William ChenResident and PhysicianRecently, there has been a growing awareness regardingvitamin D deficiency and its implication on overall health.Vitamin D is a fat soluble vitamin. It is found in dietary sourcessuch as fortified milk, cod liver oil, fish and eggs. The skinproduces approximately 20,000 IU of vitamin D in response to20-30 minutes of sun exposure.Historically, vitamin D has been known to aid inabsorption of calcium helping to form and maintain strongbones. In children, vitamin D deficiency causes rickets,resulting in skeletal deformities. In adults, this causesosteomalacia (soft bones) or osteoporosis. Research has nowrevealed that vitamin D deficiency is implicated in a numberof different diseases: cancer (especially breast, prostate, andcolorectal cancer), cardiovascular disease, hypertension,stroke, diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, inflammatory boweldisease and depression.What can you do to prevent vitamin D deficiency?• Limited, unprotected sun exposure in the early morningor late afternoon, about 20 minutes for light skinnedindividuals and 40 minutes for darker skinned individuals.• Eat foods rich in vitamin D such as fortified milk andcereal, fish, eggs, and mackerel.• Take a multivitamin every day.• Check with your healthcare provider about checking yourvitamin D level. It has been suggested that an optimumlevel be between 40-70 ng/ml.• Discuss with your healthcare provider about vitamin Dsupplementation. Current research has determined thatthe average recommended supplement intake is 1,000 IUof vitamin D3 for all ages.Gleannloch Farms Newsletter April 2009 11

We Are ProudR e s i d e n t A n n o u n c e m e n t s“Shoot for the moon…even if you miss, you’ll be among the stars.” ~ AnonymousGleannloch Farms Resident Attends DAR CeremonyHonoring Revolutionary PatriotCarol Goeking of Gleannloch Farms took part recently ina grave-marking ceremony honoring Revolutionary War PatriotHenry Bailey Greenwood (1756-1835). The ceremony, hostedby San Jacinto Chapter, National Society Daughters of theAmerican Revolution, was conducted at Stoneham Cemeterynear Plantersville. Carol (pictured center left), Texas StateDAR Librarian, is a member and former regent of San JacintoChapter. Other special guests included Texas State DARRegent Lynn Forney Young and State Corresponding SecretaryPamela Wright.Assisting San Jacinto DAR with the dedication servicewere members of the Piney Woods Chapter, Sons of theAmerican Revolution and members of Atascocita TrailChapter, Children of the American Revolution. SAR membersposted and retired the Colors at the ceremony and fired amusket salute at the end of the program. Ann Fuqua,Chapter Regent of Robert Raines Chapter DAR, Navasota,and Larry Stevens, President of Piney Woods Chapter SAR,Humble, brought greetings from their respective groups.The dedication ceremony drew an attendance of 85, amongthem 18 descendants of the patriot, many of whom still live inthe area.If you are interested in attending a DAR meeting orlearning more about San Jacinto DAR, please call Lori Kingat 832-758-0912.12 April 2009 Gleannloch Farms Newsletter

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We Are Proud - continuedArea Residents SupportTeam Curtis 2009The 3rd Annual Christopher’s Heart 5k FunRun and Walk was held Saturday, February 7 atSam Houston Park. The weather was beautifuland the event was a huge success! There were859 participants, and $76,309 was raised forMitochondrial Disease research. Team Curtishad 340 team members who raised $16,587!We are grateful for this year’s Team Curtissponsors: Gleannloch Landscaping & Maintenance Company,McDonald’s Corporation, Residential Recycling of Texas,Car Techniks, Brandt Construction, FINS, Whole HealthAssociates, Dream Pools of Texas, McKay’s Automotive,Central Healthcare Services, and Kim and David Bielski.Team Curtis members who placed in the 5k runincluded Monica Haas, Lauren Trexler, Linda Johnson,Mitchell Herritage, Robert Trexler, and Jack Baker.Team Curtis was awarded 1st place for the most moneyraised and for the largest team! Thank you to everyone whojoined Team Curtis and/or donated to United MitochondrialDisease Foundation in support of Curtis Jackson. Thank youto everyone at Hassler Elementary who showed Curtis howmuch they care by wearing their Team Curtis shirts to school14 April 2009 Gleannloch Farms Newsletter

on Friday, February 6. Curtis’ feelings were evident bythe huge and permanent smile on his face Friday andSaturday! Priceless!Gleannloch Farms Newsletter April 2009 15

Gleannloch Good Eating“If more of us valued food and cheer and song above hoarded gold, it would be a merrier world.” –J.R.R. Tolkien, author of the Lord of the Rings trilogy.This month’s recipe list focuses on the use of fruits andvegetables while keeping costs to a minimum.Blueberry Blast Smoothie (Serves )½ cup of skimmed milk1 cup of low-fat vanilla ice cream cups of frozen blueberriesPut all ingredients in the blender and blend until smooth.Fruit-licious Smoothie (Serves 1)6 strawberries1 banana5 raspberries1 clementine ice cubesBlend the fruits together first, then gradually add the ice.Greek Salad (Serves 6)6 tbsp. olive oil tbsp. fresh lemon juice½ teaspoon fresh chopped garlic1 teaspoon red wine vinegar½ teaspoon oregano½ teaspoon dill weedsalt and freshly ground black pepper3 large plum tomatoes, seeded, coarsely chopped¾ cucumber, peeled, seeded, coarsely chopped½ red onion, peeled, chopped1 bell pepper, seeded, coarsely chopped½ cup pitted black olives (preferably brine-cured),coarsely chopped3/5 cup crumbled feta cheeseWhisk the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, vinegar, oreganoand dill weed together until blended. Season to taste with saltand freshly ground black pepper. (Can be prepared 3 hoursahead. Let stand at room temperature. Rewhisk before using.)Combine the tomatoes, cucumber, onion, bell pepper, andolives in a bowl. Toss with dressing. Sprinkle cheese overand serve.16 April 2009 Gleannloch Farms Newsletter

Cauliflower and Broccoli Salad1 head cauliflower1 bunch broccoli small onions, sliced and separated½ cup mayonnaise⅓ cup vegetable oil⅓ cup vinegar¼ cup sugar½ teaspoon salt¼ teaspoon pepper slices bacon, cooked and crumbledOptional garnishes: Crumbled blue cheese, golden raisins,sunflower seedsWash and trim broccoli and cauliflower. Break cauliflowerand broccoli into florets. Combine remaining ingredientsexcept bacon. Toss gently and chill several hours or overnight.Garnish with bacon.Gleannloch Farms Newsletter April 2009 17

Klein School District News“An investment in knowledge always pays the best interest.” ~Benjamin FranklinKlein ISD Website: www.kleinisd.netKlein ISD: High SchoolSummer School Schedule 2009Session 1:Session 2:Student Hours:Site:June 15-30 (12 days)July 13-28 (12 days)Section 1: 8-11:30 a.m. (3.5 hours)Section 2: 12-3:30 p.m. (3.5 hours)Klein High SchoolHigh school students may take two courses in each summersession. Each course earns one-half (.5) credit; students areeligible to earn up to 1 credit in each summer session.Shattered DreamsKlein Oak Student Council, in collaboration withKlein Oak Administration, is presenting Shattered Dreams onWednesday and Thursday, April 15 and 16. This program isdesigned only for juniors and seniors and is sponsored byBen Taub General Hospital, Trauma Service Department. Thetwo-day dramatization begins with a simulated car crash andends with an assembly discussing the reality of car accidentsinvolving drinking and driving. As students earn the privilegeof driving, they also accept responsibility for well-being ofothers – passengers in the car and those they affect throughchance. For more information on this event, go tohttp://www.tabc.state.tx.us/Educa/ShatDreams.htm.18 April 2009 Gleannloch Farms Newsletter

Hassler, Frank, Doerre and Krimmel Dominate DI!Hassler, Frank, Doerre and Krimmelreally “Rock the House” at the “Let’s RockThis Performance!” (DI) DestinationImagiNation Regional Tournament heldon Saturday, February 28 at MacArthurHigh School.Hassler Elementary• 1st Place: “FDI: Fascination Destination”– Challenge DTyler Eley, Ross Hardin, Madelynn Jeter,Madison Rich, Megan Strenger, BillySummers, Sean Valley; Team Managers:Ms. Carolyn Mikel/Ms. Tanya Shaw• 2nd Place: “Madagascar Revolution”– Challenge BKaeman Filiatrault, Keller Herrin,Adria Martinez, Tami Moctezuma,Austin Purdy, Catalina Santamaria,Miranda Schneider; Team Manager:Ms. Sylvia Scott• 3rd Place: “Seven Dwarves” –Challenge DCollin Barkley, Alex Harvey, Kelly Kirk,Anirudh Ravi, Davis Robertson,Cameron Stolle, Nicole Wang;Team Manager: Ms. Jennifer Love• 4th Place: Team C – “Radical Redhoods”– Challenge CBrandon Blair, Claire McAfee,Akash Kumanshi, Gracie Mikel,Bryson Powers, Stephen Price, JennaShaw; Team Manager: Ms. Britni WoodFrank Elementary• “Flyers” – Challenge BEric Esparza, Logan Jones, Tess LaBorde,Lauren Newcomer, Dylan Parks,Austen Taylor, Hailey Thomas;Team Manager: Ms. Kelley Steinley• “Mystical Bubbles” – Challenge CDanny Caballero, Medha Chappidi,Heather Fewell, Kevin George,Katy Heilers, Emily Shrode,Meghana Vadlamani;Team Manager: Ms. Roseanna RawlinsDoerre Intermediate• 2nd Place: “Exploring with Jungle Jake”– Challenge BBrooke Downing, Kristina Jin,Julia Kelso, Ari Renteria;Team Manager: Ms. Becky Teague• 5th Place: “The Warriors in a WinterWonderland” – Challenge CBreanna Darcy, Veda Gottumukkala,Griffin Potts, Caroline Robertson,Frannie Smith, Arjoon Srikanth,Kathryn Willer; Team Managers:Ms. Susan Banks/Ms. Jennifer DiehlKrimmel Intermediate• 2nd Place: “DI Krimmel”– Challenge DHannah Bonsall, Wren Herrington,Adam Linden, Erica Moorehead,Obaid Zia; Team Managers:Mr. Jarod Lambert/Ms. Kristi RutterHassler’s “FDI: FascinationDestination” team advances to the statetournament on April 3-4 held at theBerry Center in CFISD. The firstand second place winners of the statetournament will advance to the globaltournament to be held at the Universityof Tennessee in May.Gleannloch Farms Newsletter April 2009 19

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Hassler – Relay for LifeThis is a fun-filled overnight experience that you willnever forget! Friday, May 1, starting at 7 p.m. and endingat 7 a.m. Saturday, May 2, Team Endurance will have arepresentative walking continuously on the track at Klein OakSign up for Hassler’s Team Endurance online atwww.relayforlife.org/ northwesttx. Once on the site, click “ViewTeams” (under Top Teams box), then click Team Endurance.Cancer survivors are free, and all other participants are $10 each.If you cannot participate but would like to donate on behalfof the team, you can do so online. Contact Britni Wood(bwood1@kleinisd.net) or Tiffany Baker(tbaker1@kleinisd.net).Moms in Touch Hassler GroupMeet at Ashley Henson’s house every other Wednesday at8:45-9:45 a.m. for fellowship and prayer with other Hassler moms.Call 281-430-8595 or ashleyhenson@entouch.net for directionsor questions. See momsintouch.org for more information.High School during the event. Don’t worry, you can pick yourtime slot; either stay all night or come for one time slot andwalk. Anyone can join the team…Hassler administration andstaff, Hassler students, parents, and the entire GLF community!Gleannloch Farms Newsletter April 2009 27

Kindergarten Roundup Frank and Hassler Elementary SchoolsMark your calendars and plan to attend KindergartenRoundup with your soon-to-be kindergarten child at Hassler onWednesday, April 22 at 9 a.m. in the cafeteria or at Frank onThursday, April 23 at 6:30 p.m. in the cafeteria.Kindergarten is a readiness program that is an importantpart of a pupil’s elementary education. The Klein ISD provides atuition-free kindergarten program for all students in the districtwho are five years old on or before September 1, 2009.Frank and Hassler also both offer a pre-kindergarten programfor those children who meet specific criteria of language otherthan English and/or limited family income. The pre-kindergartenroundup will be held at Hassler on April 22 at 9 a.m. also.Upon registration and before your child will be enrolled, youwill need to bring the following documents:• Original Certified Birth Certificate• Immunization Records• Proof of Residence (light, water, gas bill, orlease agreements only)• Social Security Card (if you have one)This is a great time to familiarizeyourself, as well as your child, withelementary school. We hope to seeyou there. For further questions, pleasecontact Frank at 832-375-7000 orHassler at 832-484-7100.The 2nd Annual Frank FlyersFestival – Saturday, April 4The Frank Elementary School PTO invites you to the 2ndAnnual Frank Flyers Festival on Saturday, April 4 from 11 a.m.to 4 p.m. All are welcome to enjoy a fun family day completewith seven carnival games, the biggest and best inflatables, apetting zoo, face painting and a balloon artist. Bid on greatitems in the silent auction, enjoy local entertainment andfeast on BBQ beef sandwiches or sausage-on-a-stick from BJ’sBarbeque or a fresh sub from Lenny’s. Tickets are available topurchase the day of the festival. This fun event raises money forPTO projects to benefit the students of Frank Elementary.28 April 2009 Gleannloch Farms Newsletter

Sports & OutdoorsOn February 1, theMyup Celtics basketball teamwon first place!Congratulationsto all theteam members!Pictured from right to left (bottom row):Saad Rahman, Sahim Farooqi,Connor Dengal, Salik Rahman;(top row) Jason Dengal, Areeb Shaikh,Yousaf Haneef, Coach Arif Iqbal,Assistant Coach Sameer Rahman,Mubeen Iqbal, and Taha NathaniMYUP CELTICS WIN FIRST PLACEYouth SportsNWYTA for GLF, Liz Steele ............................81-655-8599Spring-Klein Sports Association ......................81-353-80www.sksa.comThe Farm League: Baseball and Flag Football .81-5-7707www.thefarmleague.comYMCA ...............................................................81-469-1481Gleannloch Farms Newsletter April 2009 9

G L E A N N L O C H F A R M SFITNESS CENTER NEWSHours of Operation:281-430-4513Monday-Thursday ................................5 a.m. – 9 p.m.Friday ....................................................5 a.m. – 8 p.m.Saturday ................................................8 a.m. – 5 p.m.Sunday ................................................. 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.Intense Weight-Loss Program – Small group trainingcombined with nutritional counseling. Must be willing to meet4 times/week and ready to make lifestyle changes!(0 sessions = $375) New session begins Monday, April 20!Boot Camp – Outdoor boot camp is perfect for thoselooking to begin a fitness routine or for those wanting to increasetheir fitness level…all you have to do is show up M/W/F at5:15 a.m. or T/TH at 7 p.m.! ( days/week = $80/month;3 days/week = $10/month). Come to any session for a free trial!Pilates Reformer Training – One-on-one training on thereformer; a perfect complement to your current fitness routine.Helps relieve back pain and increases core strength. CallLynn Westgate at 832-877-8244 to set up your free demosession ($70/hour; $50/half hour)! Discounts with 10 ormore sessions.Personal Training – One-on-one training, customdesigned to meet your health and fitness goals at a time that isconvenient for you ($65/hour; $45/half hour)! Discounts with10 or more sessions.Friday Fitness Frenzy – Meet once a week (Fridays)to give your fitness routine a boost! Learn new exercises andhow to properly use all the equipment at the fitness center($80/month, 4 sessions)!Please call Tracy at 281-430-4513 for information ortimes of any of the listed programs.30 April 2009 Gleannloch Farms Newsletter

Gleannloch Farms Athletic ComplexField ReservationsNow is the time to start filling out your roster/liability forms so that field reservations will be quick andeasy. All the information you need is on thewww.gleannlochsports.com website.Important Reservation Facts:• You must have a signed roster/liability form on file toreserve a field.• Please submit your requests through the websiteemail link.• We accept reservation requests no more than onemonth in advance (so that everyone has a chance touse the fields).• You must have at least one (1) player on the teamwho lives in Gleannloch Farms to reserve the fields.• Reservation fees are applied based on the number ofGleannloch players on the team… see website for details.• You must request a reservation time listed on theschedule’s page (see website).Questions? Email gleannlochsports@entouch.net orvisit www.gleannlochsports.com.G at o r S w i m T e a mN e w sTeam Website: www.gleannlochgators.orgTeam Sponsors NeededThis year’s season is about tokick off, and the team is looking forsponsors to help fund the team-relatedexpenses. If you have a businessthat would like to sponsor the 2009Gleannloch Gators swim team, pleasecontact Tricia Byers at sponsorship@gleannlochgators.org.The Gleannloch Storage Facility has sponsored the swimteam for its fourth year. The team would like to thank ownerDon Skipton and property manager Damon Thayn for theirgenerous support in sponsoring our team and providing us withsuch a conveniently located storage facility – right across fromGleannloch Farms on Spring Cypress Road.Gleannloch Farms Newsletter April 2009 31

Canoe Rentals & Boathouse Access– UpdateSix canoes are available to Gleannloch Farms residentswho are in good standing with the Homeowners’ Association,whose maintenance fees are paid and current, and who arecurrently considered abiding by the Gleannloch Farms deedrestrictions. An annual canoe usage fee of $25, plus a$200 deposit, along with a signed waiver is required attime of reservation. Access to canoes and the boathouse islimited to residents who are 18 years or older. To reservea canoe, contact the AMI onsite office at 281-225-8015.Golf Club NewsApril showers bring May flowers…just let it rain at night!!!Golf is in full bloom at Gleannloch Pines. The kids arealready looking ahead to summer and so are we. Junior GolfClinics have been scheduled in May, June and July –sign up now!We’ve been fortunate our membership continues to grow.We lost a couple to the economy but gained new memberstoo. We’ve extended our “limited offer” – $100 today is stillavailable. The plans to add a Members’ Locker Room weredelayed in 2008, but with your continued support we hope tostart in 2009. Our “one and only” 28th hole, an island greenpar 3, will soon become a great conversation piece and also awonderful opportunity to raise funds for your favorite charity– ask how in the golf shop.To help get the game back in shape, we started a “timefor nine” program Sunday afternoons for the residents ofGleannloch Farms. Come out later in the day and play one ofour nines for $28 (includes cart). Please call the golf shop tomake your tee times at 281-225-1200. We hope to see thisbecome a hit with you and your family. Thanks again for yoursupport of Gleannloch Pines.32 April 2009 Gleannloch Farms Newsletter

Book Fair Benefiting The Pearl Fincher Museum of Fine Artstime of purchase or tell the cashier that you want your purchaseto support the Pearl.Cheesecake Factory cheesecakes are available from theBarnes & Noble Café and can be pre-ordered for pickup andpaid for on May 2-3. This is a delicious and easy Mother’s Daydessert and supports the Pearl Fincher Museum of Fine Arts atthe same time. Cheesecakes can be frozen for later use.Barnes & Noble Book Sellers at Champions Village willbe sponsoring a Book Fair on May 2-3. This is an opportunityfor our community to support the Pearl Fincher Museum ofFine Arts (the Pearl) at no additional cost while shopping atBarnes & Noble. Winning art from the Pearl’s 2009 StudentArt Contest will be on display at Barnes & Noble on Saturday,May 2. There will also be an art project for the kids andballoons.Please stop by Barnes & Noble during our Book Fair. Itis a great opportunity to learn about our wonderful fine artsmuseum right here in the Cypress Creek area and to supportthe museum at the same time. For more information, pleasevisit us online at www.pearlmfa.org or call 281-376-6322.Please support the Pearl by shopping at Barnes & Nobleat Champions Village (5303 FM 1960 West) for all of yourbook needs. For these two days, you can use a special Book Fairvoucher that is available online at www.pearlmfa.org. Or if youforget your voucher, just let them know at checkout that youwant to support the Pearl. It is that easy. A small percentage ofall your in-store purchases (including cheesecakes) will benefitthe Pearl. Just remember, you must either submit the voucher atGleannloch Farms Newsletter April 2009 33

Barbara Bush Library6817 Cypresswood Drive • Spring, TX 77379 • 281-376-4610Workforce Solutions to ContinueSeminars at LibraryThe library will continue to host a Workforce SolutionsJob Search Seminar Series on the first and third Thursdays ofeach month, April through May, in the Earl Elliott Room from2-4 p.m. – Creating a Resume/Completing the Application(April 2 and May 7) and Interviewing (April 16).The May 21 seminar is yet to be determined.“You may have the skills the employer is looking for andnever get to the interview if your resume does not highlightthose skills. Develop a professional resume that will match yourskills and experience to the job and employer you are lookingfor. Most employers will ask you to complete an employmentapplication, even if you have a great resume. Learn howto complete an application for employment thoroughly,accurately, and neatly.” Workforce Solutions provides humanresource services for businesses and residents of the 13-countyHouston-Galveston Gulf Coast region. Their mission is to helpemployers meet their workforce needs and individuals buildcareers so both can compete in the global economy. WorkforceSolutions is funded by state and federal tax-dollars that areredirected back into the Gulf Coast region.For more information and to register for the free classes,please call the library or register online by going to the branchlibrary web page at www.hcpl.net/branchinfo/cc/ccinfo.htmand following the link to “Events and Programs.”The Big Read at the Library in AprilHarris County has been awarded a Big Read grant from theNational Endowment for the Humanities to encourage peoplethroughout the community to read and discuss the same book.This year’s selection is To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee.The library will host a discussion of this title and a companiontitle Mockingbird: A Portrait of Harper Lee by Charles Shieldson April 30 at 1:30 p.m. in the Robin Bush Room. Everyoneis invited to participate. The library will host a presentation byCharles Shields at the Forum of the Cypress Creek CommunityCenter on May 7 at 4 p.m.If you would like to lead your own Big Read discussion inyour neighborhood, at your church, or in your workplace, comeattend a Book Discussion Leader training session on Friday,April 24, in the Earl Elliott Room from 10 a.m. to noon.You will receive useful resources for leading book discussions,obtain handouts from the Big Read, and participate in a samplediscussion of To Kill a Mockingbird.34 April 2009 Gleannloch Farms Newsletter

AARP Tax Help at the LibraryAARP volunteers will continue to provide tax preparationassistance to individuals at the library through April 14.Assistance is on a first-come, first-served basis and no phonecalls are accepted by the AARP volunteers. The hours areMondays 1-8 p.m., Tuesdays 12-4 p.m., and Saturdays 12-4 p.m.“FOOTworks” Photography Exhibit“FOOTworks” is an exercise in creativity by a group oflocal, serious, amateur photographers called Lightcatchers.Having exhibited their work annually in art galleries,bank lobbies and libraries, this group is no stranger to theBarbara Bush Branch Library. The group formed in 2004with the purpose of enhancing their knowledge and skills inphotography, using this medium to capture light through thecamera lens in a creative fashion. We are pleased with thevariety of images that emerged within this display, and wehope that all who view it find enjoyment. The exhibit willbe at the library during the month of April.Northwest Assistance MinistriesFood Donations Needed for SurvivalOver the Summer ProjectNorthwest Assistance Ministries (NAM) is seekingindividuals, groups, schools, businesses and congregations toconduct food drives and fund-raisers to feed hungry children thissummer as part of its Survival Over the Summer (SOS) Project.Whether it’s by donating one bag of groceries or a truckload offood ($5 or $1,000), everyone can make a difference. “SOS isdesigned to help families whose children receive free or reducedprice meals during the school year,” said Carole Little, NAM’sPresident and CEO. “When school isn’t in session, many of thesechildren go without nutritious meals. Through SOS we try toprovide these families with additional food so they can stretchtheir limited budgets to cover other summer expenses, such asincreased utility bills.”The demand for food at NAM’s food pantry increases byapproximately 30% each summer. The SOS project was designedto help meet this need. To find out more about conducting a fooddrive for SOS, community members should call Linda Fullerton at281-885-4609.Donations to NAM may be made at www.namonline.org orby mailed check to NAM at 15555 Kuykendahl.Gleannloch Farms Newsletter April 2009 35

In light of the recent abduction and murder of a youngwoman from the Kohl’s center, I felt it prudent to revisit safety.I cannot stress enough the importance of taking our safetyseriously. We are the only ones who have a chance of changingthe outcome of an attack, and as unpleasant as it is to thinkabout, we have to.The first thing I was taught when I started taking selfdefensewas that you never want to leave crime scene A,because you will not survive crime scene B. The purpose ofcrime scene B is to take you somewhere that you will be isolatedand that help will not be available.The following are tips to help prevent an attackfrom happening:1..Never shop alone. Make shopping an outing that you cando with your spouse or your friends. I know that some ofyou are groaning at the thought of always having to takeyour spouse shopping (since shopping with your husband islike hunting with the game warden), so arrange for a ladies’day out. Get friends together for a morning of shoppingfollowed by a nice lunch. After all, is there anything wereally need so badly that we are willing to pay for it withour lives?Never walk through a parking lot while talking on acell phone! People who commit this type of crime arelooking for women who are not paying attention or whoWomen’s Safety3.4.5.are distracted by something. Police officers also advise notshopping with small children as your attention will befocused on them at all times and not on your own safety.The presence of small children will not deter a criminal!!Have your keys in your hand and your cell phone out ofyour purse and stored in a pocket or somewhere else safe.Walk straight to your car, do a quick visual inspection ofthe inside to make sure that no one is hiding inside, unlockyour door, then get inside and lock your doors. If your purseis grabbed, at least you will still have a phone to call forhelp.Do not walk with your head down. Stand straight and lookforward. This exudes a sense of confidence that may detera would-be attacker. If you walk with your head down, youappear to be unsure and afraid.Never go shopping in clothes or shoes that areuncomfortable. Make sure that you are wearing somethingthat you can run in should you need to. If you have longhair, pin it up. Loose hair and ponytails quickly become ahandle for someone to grab. Ladies, these guys are pros andthey can spot any weakness that you have; they have spentmany hours studying us.36 April 2009 Gleannloch Farms Newsletter

6.7.Never park between cars that are larger than your own.Try and make sure that you have as much visibility aspossible when approaching your vehicle.Carry pepper spray or mace on your key chain and beprepared to use it if needed.In the event that you are attacked, the following are tips tohelp you survive it:1..3.4.Scream as loudly as you can. Do not cry “Help” though;try and scream “Fire.” Statistics show that people respondmuch quicker to the word “fire” than they do to the word“help.”Scratch, bite, kick, wiggle and squirm, but do not allowyourself to be pulled into a vehicle.If you are forced to scratch, go for the face and soft tissueareas. Once you start, do not stop until the attacker runsfrom you. Try and gouge eyes if you can; what they cannotsee, they cannot hurt. If you are forced to bite, don’t biteuntil they are mad; bite until your teeth touch.Avoid kicks to the groin. Men have been trained sincebirth to cover that area and you cannot guarantee thatyou can kick them hard enough to buy yourself time torun away. You have a better chance if you can stomp downhard on the top of their foot.5.6.Remember that you only have about five minutes to saveyourself, so use it wisely. If you are knocked to the groundin a face down position, do everything that you can to geton your back. You are helpless if you are face down.Never stop fighting. If you can fight long enough, chancesare they will leave rather than risk being seen or caught.Most of these people have been to jail at some time anddo not want to go back.During the weeks and months that I have been taking thisself-defense class, I have seen a lot of women come for a fewweeks and then leave because it is a distasteful subject and theidea that they are learning to hurt someone else is repulsive tothem. We cannot afford to turn away from our safety because itis an ugly subject!If you have not taken a self-defense class, sign up for onetoday! If my sixty-seven-year-old mother can do this, and shedoes every Saturday morning, so can you! If you just can’t makeyourself learn self-defense, get in a vigorous exercise programso that you can build up the stamina and the core strength todefend yourself if you are forced to.Please, take your safety seriously! You have so many peoplewho love and need you to be there every day; do it for them ifyou won’t do it for yourself!Terrie CarrollPark at Glen Arbor EditorGleannloch Farms Newsletter April 2009 37

Fighting for Air“Clean Air Found to Add 5 Years to Life,” read a recentheadline in the New York Times. The CEC has several membergroups who focus on air quality, including the AmericanLung Association. Corie Monahan from the American LungAssociation provided the following information about theirupcoming activities:The American Lung Association is hosting a new andexciting event here in Houston! On Saturday, May 16,hundreds of people will huff and puff their way to the top of theMarathon Oil Tower for the first annual Fight for Air Climb.More than your same-old 5k or walk, this event is a verticalrace to climb 39 floors and then celebrate at the ongoing finishline party. Whether climbing for a winning time or simply tocross the finish line, in honor or in memory of someone withlung disease, this event is a great way to challenge yourselfphysically. The ALA guarantees that all finishers will have anewfound respect for healthy lungs!After you climb, support fire fighters from the HoustonFire Department as they climb, some of them in full gear!Participants and their supporters are invited to join the finishline celebration at the fountain where there will be vendors,music, and games. There will be a special presentation by theHouston Fire Department and awards will be given to thefastest climbers and best fund-raisers.The Fight for Air Climb will raise money to support theALA’s mission of clean air and healthy lungs. According to theALA’s 2008 State of the Air Report, Harris County currentlyhas the 6th most ozone-polluted air in the country. BrazoriaCounty ranks just a little better. Through research, educationand advocacy, the ALA works to clean up Houston’s air so allcitizens, and especially those with asthma, emphysema, lungcancer and other chronic lung disease, can breathe easier.Learn more about the climb by contacting Corie Monahanat 713-629-5864 or cmonahan@breathehealthy.org. With yourhelp, the American Lung Association is “fighting for air!”Article courtesy ofCitizens’ Environmental Coalition38 April 2009 Gleannloch Farms Newsletter

APRIL Events in TexasThe following local and regional events are taken in part from The Texas Events Calendar which is compiledby the Texas Department of Transportation and published herein with their permission. Please note: Datesfor events listed in this calendar were correct at the time of publication and are subject to change. Pleaseconfi rm details in advance by calling the number listed or by contacting the local chamber of commerce.1-4 – ROuND TOP: Marburger Farm Antique Show(Began Mar. 31.) www.roundtop-marburger.com 800-999-1481-4 – ROuND TOP: Spring Antiques FairExhibitors offer a variety of collectibles. Big Red Barn and theCarmine Dance Hall. www.roundtoptexasantiques.com1-5 – CONROE: Montgomery County Fair & RodeoMontgomery County Fairgrounds. (Began Mar. 7.)www.mcfa.org 936-760-36312 – GALVESTON: Puss in Boots Bits ’N Pieces PuppetTheatre presents this musical adaptation. The Grand 1894Opera House. www.thegrand.com 800-81-18942-5 – GALVESTON: Seventh Annual FeatherFestSee some 00 species of birds during spring migration.Registrants can enjoy beach and bay excursions, field, kayakand photography trips, birds of prey and signature socials.www.galvestonfeatherfest.com 888-45-4753 or 409-39-08414 – GALVESTON: The Grand Kids Festival Bringsdowntown Galveston alive with food, entertainment and fun.Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Grand 1894 Opera House.www.thegrand.com 800-81-18944-5 – HOuSTON: 14th Annual Bayou City CajunFest Taste boiled crawfish, boudin, gumbo, red beans and rice,Cajun sausage and more. Enjoy music, dance and food. LiveCajun music begins at 11:30 a.m. Traders Village.www.tradersvillage.com 81-890-55004-5 – HOuSTON: Houston Heights Spring Home& Garden Tour Visit six stunning homes. Includes an eclecticmix of architectural styles and charming gardens. Kicks offFriday with a candlelight dinner and auctionwww.houstonheights.org 713-861-400 ext. 3(continued on page 40)Gleannloch Farms Newsletter April 2009 39

Events in Texas - continued4-5 – THE WOODLANDS: Waterway Arts FestivalJuried fine arts and crafts show includes entertainment. Features200 national and regional artists selling original creations.The Woodlands Waterway. www.woodlandsartsfestival.com281-507-03439 – HOUSTON: The Ten Tenors They sing it all –from Queen to Puccini. Jones Hall. www.spahouston.org713-227-4SPA11 – ANDERSON: Stagecoach Day Enjoy stagecoachrides, dulcimer music and the cowboy poet. Fanthorp Inn StateHistoric Site. www.birthplaceoftexas.com 936-873-263315-May 17 – HOUSTON: Grey Gardens Edith BouvierBeale and her adult daughter “Little” Edie became EastHampton’s most notorious recluses. Stages Repertory Theatre.www.stagestheatre.com 713-527-022016-18 – HOUSTON: Spring into Summer Doll FestivalIncludes a doll competition, sales room, lectures, workshops andmake-and-take projects. Hobby Airport Marriott Hotel.www.bayareadollclub.com 281-614-007717 – HOUSTON: Monumental Work integrates solodance with 35mm film projection and solo cello. WorthamCenter’s Cullen Theater. www.spahouston.org 713-227-4SPA17, 19, 24, 26 – HOUSTON: Rigoletto A bitter courtjester pits himself against his master in a hopeless effort toprotect his daughter’s virtue. Houston Grand Operaco-production with The Dallas Opera. Brown Theater.www.houstongrandopera.org 713-228-673718 – HOUSTON: 17th Annual Copperfield Women’sMarket Annual garage sale has grown to more than 300 familybooths. Hours are 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Traders Village.www.tradersvillage.com 281-890-550018 – HOUSTON: Birding Walk & Talk Stroll around thepark’s many trails seeking spring neotropic migrant and nestingbirds. Sheldon Lake State Park. 281-456-280018-19 – CHAPPELL HILL: Bluebonnet Festival Featuresmore than 250 juried vendors with home decor, gardening items,arts and crafts, clothing, jewelry and more. Includes children’sevents, entertainment, food courts and more. Main Street.www.chappellhillmuseum.org 979-836-603318-19 – HOUSTON: 2009 BP MS 150 Bike RideAbout 13,000 cyclists will ride in the 25th anniversary event.www.ms150.org40 April 2009 Gleannloch Farms Newsletter

19 – HOUSTON: SpringFest Enjoy entertainment,traditional Czech dinner, cultural booths, genealogy room,silent auction and vendors. SPJST Lodge 88.www.czechheritage.org 713-349-050021 – HOUSTON: Seventh Annual Tommy TuneAwards Features spotlight numbers from nominated Houstonareahigh school shows, as well as award presentations. HobbyCenter for the Performing Arts. www.tuts.com 713-558-260021-22 – HOUSTON: Florescence 2009 This GardenClub of America major flower show is presented by the RiverOaks Garden Club, The Garden Club of Houston and Museumof Fine Arts, Houston. Hours are 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Museum ofFine Arts, Houston – Audrey Jones Beck Building.www.riveroaksgardenclub.org 713-523-248322-26 – SUGAR LAND: The Grand Wine & FoodAffair Events are held at different locations.www.thegrandwineandfoodaffair.com 281-491-021624-May 17 – HOUSTON: Rock ‘n’ Roll Tom Stoppard’ssweeping and passionate play spans two countries, threegenerations and 22 turbulent years at the end of which loveremains and so does rock ‘n’ roll. Alley Theatre.www.alleytheatre.org 713-220-570025 – GALVESTON: Neil Sedaka The Grand 1894 OperaHouse. www.thegrand.com 800-821-1894 or 409-765-189425-26 – GALVESTON: 18th Annual Spirit of FlightAir Show Experience the power and heart-pounding actionof historic war birds, current military jets and top aerobaticperformers. Hours are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Lone Star FlightMuseum, 2002 Terminal Drive. www.lonestarflight.org888-354-448825-26 – GALVESTON: Earth Day & Oleander FestivalCelebrate the official flower of Galveston Island. Includes a floraldesign show and contest and oleander exhibit. Hours are 10 a.m.to 4 p.m. Moody Gardens Visitors’ Center, One Hope Blvd.www.oleander.org 409-762-933425-26 – HOUSTON: 38th Annual Houston Pod ChiliCook-Off Offers a Texas-size salute to the official state dish.Held under the auspices of the Chili Appreciation SocietyInternational, chili cooks from as far away as New York Citywill be joined by chiliheads. Traders Village.www.tradersvillage.com 281-890-550026 – GALVESTON: Shelia Starks Phillips Wit & WisdomPhillips is a storyteller and children’s book author. The Grand1894 Opera House. www.thegrand.com 800-821-1894or 409-765-189429-May 3 – HOUSTON: Rent Hobby Center forPerforming Arts. www.tuts.com 713-558-8887 or 888-558-3882Gleannloch Farms Newsletter April 2009 41

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