July-August 2017 – Exclamation Points!

Fired Up for the Fourth! Summer is in full swing at absolutely! Brazos, and we are absolutely excited! Deadlines seem a little less looming, our schedules slow down a bit and we take some time to enjoy the important things: friends, family and fun! Even though the dreaded word is in the title of our cover...

May – June 2017 – Exclamation Points!

Mothers and Their Babies May is absolutely one of my favorite months of the year because after all, it is the month when we celebrate one of the best things in my life: being a mother. As my babies have gotten older – Kassidi now 246 months and Kolton now 216 months old – my role as a mother has not...

March – April 2017 – Exclamation Points!

Projects, Plans and Parties In Tolstoy’s famous novel Anna Karenina, he said, “Spring is the time of plans and projects.” I couldn’t agree more. It’s time to freshen up our homes and gardens, or perhaps make a move. To help you get motivated and organized on home projects, check out our Home Is...

January – February 2017 – Exclamation Points!

Putting on a Fresh Face – and Making it Last Happy 2017 Brazos friends!  It’s a new year, and I, for one, am ready! absolutely! Brazos has a fresh, new look for 2017, and we are excited!  We love putting a fresh face on our magazines – especially since 2017 marks our 13th year of bringing you the...

December 2016 – Exclamation Points!

The Reason for the Season – It’s the most wonderful time of the year!  Not only is it the time of year we celebrate our Lord and Savior, but it’s also the time of year when another favorite event of mine happens: our Readers’ Choice Awards. This year, we conducted Readers’ Choice polls in four...

November 2016 – Exclamation Points!

Giving Thanks – Henry David Thoreau said, “I am grateful for what I am and have. My thanksgiving is perpetual.” While most of us only think of Thanksgiving once a year, I appreciate Thoreau’s yearlong sentiment. Thanksgiving truly is a state of mind – one to call upon throughout the year – ...

October 2016 – Exclamation Points!

Galas, Ghosts and Great Times – October finally brings us a much needed respite from the summer heat, and along with that, so many fun fall activities. From the Needville Harvest Festival to numerous galas to Ghosts and Grubs, I love our fall community events. And speaking of ghosts, this month’s...

September 2016 – Exclamation Points!

To Vote or Not To Vote . . . Voting seems to be top of mind with everyone these days. No matter where you go, the topic of voting enters the conversation. So, what better time to launch our annual Readers’ Choice competition? Now through September 30th, go online at absolutelybrazos.com and vote for the...

August 2016 – Exclamation Points!

Coming Together Ready or not, the beginning of a new school year is almost here. Where did the summer go? We’ll soon jump back into the routine of early mornings, busy schedules and full backpacks. As the saying goes, it takes a village to raise a child, and our absolutely! Back to School section is here...

July 2016 – Exclamation Points!

Let Freedom Ring!   Each July 4th as we celebrate our nation’s birthday, independence is top of mind, and this year is no different. Tim and I recently attended Fort Bend Salutes celebrating Fort Bend’s graduating seniors who have enlisted in the U.S. Armed Forces. We were so impressed and honored by...