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"For there are two rules to keep at the ready- that there is nothing good or bad outside my own reasoned choice, and that we shouldn't try to lead events but to follow them." - Epictetus, Discourses, 3.10.18 … [Read more...] about Thought of the Day

How Texas got its name “The story goes that the word “Texas” itself comes from the Caddo word for friends.” The Caddo was a Native American Tribe that dominated East Texas. Because Texas comes from the word friend, friendship is the official motto of the state of Texas and the official slogan of Texas is “the friendly state.” “The Origin Of The Word 'Texas' May Be Rooted In Something Other Than Friendship.” Texas Standard, 30 May 2019, … [Read more...] about Texas History

"Today I escaped from the crush of circumstances, or better put, I threw them out, for the crush wasn't from outside me but in my own assumptions." - Marcus Aurelius, Meditations, 9.13 … [Read more...] about Thought of the Day

Oil Natural gas and oil are the most valuable minerals produced in Texas. On Jan. 10, 1901,the Great Gusher erupted in Spindletop, near Beaumont, by mining engineer, Captain A. F. Lucas. Since this discovery, Texas oil boomed especially in West Texas! “Become a TSHA Member and Join Our Mission to Promote the Unique and Rich History of Texas.” History of Oil Discoveries in Texas | Texas Almanac, texasalmanac.com/topics/business/history-oil-discoveries-texas. … [Read more...] about Texas History

"You are not your body and hair-style, but your capacity for choosing well. If your choices are beautiful, so too will you be." - Epictetus, Discourses, 3.1.39b-40a … [Read more...] about Thought of the Day

Music Did you know that Austin, Texas is called the Live Music Capitol of the World? This is because of how many concerts and music festivals the city hosts every year. It is said that on any given night there are about 100 shows going on. Austin is also home to some of the largest music events and festivals in the world featuring all genres of music. “Live Music Capital of the World.” Austin Relocation Guide, 5 May 2020, austinrelocationguide.com/live-music-capital-of-the-world/. … [Read more...] about Texas History

If you have additional questions or concerns about asset protection planning, or you are ready to get started on your asset protection plan in the State of Texas, contact an experienced Texas estate planning attorney at The Mendel Law Firm L.P. by calling 281-759-3213 to schedule your appointment today. … [Read more...] about Asset Protection Planning FAQs

"Hold scared your capacity for understanding. For in it is all, that our ruling principle won't allow anything to enter that is either inconsistent with nature or with the constitution of a logical creature. It's what demands due diligence, care for others, and obedience to God." - Marcus Aurelius, Meditations, 9.13 … [Read more...] about Thought of the Day

Tex-Mex Did you know TexMex was not always used to describe food? TexMex “originally began as an abbreviation for the Texas and Mexican Railroad, chartered in 1875.” Tex-Mex started to make its way to larger audiences for the first time starting in San Antonio in the 1880s. This was “largely thanks to the cheap, delicious food dished out by a group of women known as the “chili queens” in the city’s plazas.” Then the entree plate began to emerge, where they would serve an entree with rice and … [Read more...] about Texas History

A Trust has 5 ElementsTrusts have evolved to the point where there is a specialized trust to fit almost every estate planning goal or need. All trusts, however, require the same five elements for creation, including:Settlor - the person that creates the trust. A Settlor may also be referred to as the Grantor or Maker of the trust.Trustee - an individual or entity that enforces the trust terms as well as manages and invests the trust assets.Beneficiary - a beneficiary is the person, entity, or … [Read more...] about The Mendel Law Firm, L.P. – AVVO Guides