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"Your mind will take the shape of what you frequently old in thought, for the human spirit is colored by such impressions." - Marcus Aurelius, Meditations, 5.16 … [Read more...] about Thought of the Day

Shopping Texas changed the way Americans shop. In 1931, the first shopping center in the United States was opened in Highland Park Village, in Texas. … [Read more...] about Texas History

"If you should ever turn your will to things outside your control in order to impress someone, be sure that you have wrecked your whole purpose in life. Be content, then, to be a philosopher in all that you do, and if you wish also to be seen as one, show yourself, first that you are and you will succeed." - Epictetus, Enchiridion 23 … [Read more...] about Thought of the Day

Who were the four presidents of Texas? Do you know who the four presidents of the Republic of Texas were? First was David G. Burnet from March of 1836 to October 1836. Then, Sam Houston was in office from 1836 to 1838. After Sam Houston was Mirabeau B. Lamar from1838-1841. Then Sam Houston took office again from 1841 to 1844. The last president of the Republic of Texas was Anson Jones from 1844 to 1846. … [Read more...] about Texas History

"Diogenes of Sinope said we sell things of great value for things of very little, and vice versa." - Diogenes Laertius, Lives of the Eminent Philosophers, 6.2.35b … [Read more...] about Thought of the Day

Buccee's Buccee’s gas station is a staple in Texas. They have every food you could imagine from fudge to brisket sandwiches and lots of merchandise from coolers to hats to swimsuits. Buccee’s was established in 1982 in Clute, Texas and has now expanded to a few other states. The biggest store is in New Braunfels, Texas. If you are taking a road trip down south, add Buccee’s to the route, the trip will be worth it! … [Read more...] about Texas History

"How does your ruling reason manage itself? For in that is the key to everything. Whatever else remains, be it in the power of your choice or not, is but a corpse and smoke." - Marcus Aurelius, Meditations, 12.33 … [Read more...] about Thought of the Day

Fair If you have never been to the Texas State Fair, you are missing out. The State Fair is held in Dallas annually. It was started in 1886 and has been held almost every year since. The fair is filled with live music, food, activities, museums, games, fair rides, car shows, and so much more. It has a huge attendance with about 2.5 million people attending each year. Next time you are in Texas and the State Fair is in town, plan a trip and say hello to Big Tex. … [Read more...] about Texas History

"...freedom isn't secured by filling up on your heart's desire but by removing your desire." - Epictetus, Discourses, 4.1.175 … [Read more...] about Thought of the Day

King Ranch Do you know that King Ranch is 1,289 square miles, that is huge! It is the largest ranch in Texas and the United States, and is even bigger than Rhode Island. It was founded in 1853 by Richard King, and was inducted into the Texas Cowboy Hall of Fame in 2019. King Ranch is a historic place for all to visit, and part of Texas legend – everything’s bigger in Texas. … [Read more...] about Texas History