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Mom, realtor’s assistant, part-time wizard. Currently working in real estate. Lives on the bright side. Linda Sivy Advertising/Content/Distribution Graphic Design Also: Are you a Hope Crenshaw Galveston FedExMike Wizard? Special Thanks To: All of our contributors, our advertisers, and all of our Readers in the realm who show us love and make this possible. Be sure to share the “wiz”dom. Volume #12 Corrections: FedExMike was no longer so, and is now again, but has never been UPSMike. We apologize for any confusion. Also, can someone please tell us how to get to Cruz Cortez Clothiers! Check Volume #12 out online to see if you can see any more things we missed for you to find. ReRead Previous Volumes Online @ www.galvestonwizard.com 4 Luck & Load G’Wiz: Galveston Wizard Letters to the Galveston Wizard Periodical I just read you article “Gil Encourages Read- David! Wow a month already? Sorry I missed this Serve with your favorite ranch dressing for dipping. ers to Seek Activities.” email and just dug up your card and found this! My youngest daughter used ranch dressing mix ac- I began playing fast pitch at the age of 5 for Guess what? I’m heading in to Galveston tonight! cidentally and discovered that it tasted great! the Lassie League in Galveston and since then I have Or in the morning. Won’t be there over the weekend It is also acceptable to deep fry the chicken wings. continued to play the game, except at a more slower but I will be there all next week. Will have to hook Drain the excess oil off before coating with the sauce pace, slow-pitch softball. Your article mentions the up man. mix! fields in Galveston...the only TWO fields left af- Catch ya later! Signed ‘The KISS Cook’ ( Keep it Simple, Stupid!) ter one being demolished for the BHS/GC softball -Mitch -PS...Let me know how you like them! teams. What I want to basically say is you are abso- ******** lutely right, there is not a decent field to play softball ******* Hey this FISH from Flying Fish Productions, we on.....I know for a fact softball is still being played out I am crazy at this new job at a retirement home. spoke a few months ago...... Would you have some- there but why should the people play on fields like WHy I chose to come here is beyond me..oh THE one from your office give me a call.....(entermain- ment news)... Regarding a band playing “poor Mi- that. This Island has so much being built and they MONEY! I hate it so much. I have been here for 2 chael’s on the Strand”...... looking to get some press can’t build a measily softball field where the condi- weeks and I dread coming everyday. this is so not and a story on the band.The Band is called FLASH- tions are better and SAFER!!! It irritates me because for me. I miss the paper, the people...a computer!!! BACK - For more on the bandvisit www.myspace. com/flashbackrockshouston I want to play out here too but with the fields the way This one here sucks! microsoft word 93...UGH!!!! Looking forward to hearing from you soon. they are I’m not wasting my time. There’s no open Anyways, I am busy busy busy. Never time to chat FISH 281.328.0337 concession, there are NO nice bathrooms and its so or email even. I hate this place. The owners are very ******* dark out there who’d want to be there late at night?? nice people though. I guess i will stick around to see We would be very happy if you would add a link to My dad once told me that if I ever wanted to how it goes. I will check out your stuff later on. our club, the Galveston Fencing Club, on your publi- fight for something that would benefit others then I Thanks, cation’s website, Galveston Fencing Club w how we’re doing, and what you want to see more of! You are the Galveston Wizard! are the Galveston You w how we’re doing, and what you want to see more of! need to speak up...so here I am, speaking up and say- me http://www.galvestonfencing.2itb.com/ ing what I feel needs to be done on the Island to keep ******* people here and put their money into the city instead ******* Let me know when you are ready to start building of putting thier money into another, such as League David, my compost toilet! City’s Big League Dreams. I’m a avid softball play- Here’s the recipe for chicken wings. (I believe in -D. Stanowski er at BLD too but like most people here who are keeping it simple when cooking.) BOI’s, I would like to put my money towards the *Package of chicken wings - patted dry city that I grew up in. So with those words said, I *1 stick of real butter - unsalted hope the city will consider to build softball fields for *1 package of italian salad dressing mix everyone who wants to keep the game going!!! *1 - 12 oz jar of Louisianna hot sauce -Brandy Daly Lockwood (This recipe is easy to adjust for the amount of people you want to feed.) ****** Preheat oven to 375. Check out http://www.animalalliancetx.org/index. Place chicken wings on baking sheet in single layer htm Animal Alliance – great organization, please and salt and pepper if desired. check them out. Bake 15 minutes then turn and bake another 10 Thanks, minutes (till done). Belinda While baking, place butter in sauce pan over me- ******* dium heat and melt, add package of italian dressing Hey David, mix and whisk till mixed, add jar of Louisianna hot I took your “Worlds Easiest Quiz”. Nicely done. sauce (you don’t need to add all of it if you don’t Not so easy is it? want to. I like mine hot!) ~Bryant Put cooked chicken in large serving bowl and pour enough sauce mix over them to coat well. Place ******* the remaining sauce in a separate bowl for use as Ping! dipping sauce. www.galvestonwizard.proboards62.com http://community.galveston.com/blogs/galvestonwizard Either you have to go to the bathroom, or you need to get off the pot. Take the time to send us a letter or email let kno Take the pot. Either you have to go the bathroom, or need get off Take All Of The Guesswork Out Of It. Complete Your Archive at only 4 dollars per copy. Get over your (check all that apply) # still available Volume #1 4 Volume #2 17 Volume #3 64 Name Volume #4 51 Volume #5 53 Address Volume #6 62 SELF City,St,Zip Volume #7 33 We put our hearts, souls, blood, sweat, tears and Volume #8 69 hours of uncompensated extra work into this publica- email Volume #9 29 tion that you hold in your world-changing hands. Be phone Volume #10 61 the amazing person you are intended to be. 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How lucky are we?! We’ve finally arrived at #13, and G’Wiz are we growing! Each compiled volume of the Galveston Wizard gives us another opportunity to bring you quality edutainment, community viewpoints, and proactive and worthwhile businesses and organizations making a positive impact on the universe, as well as a clear look to the horizon and inspiring action. The more organized each of us becomes, the more powerful we can be in creating more of what we want in our worlds. Working together, we will be able to bring about exciting and new ideas, possibilities, events and more, while simultaneously growing with business with which we can share their vision of success. We cannot allow the rift between the old and young, person to person Quest Log: Guide The Wizard with your wisdom. Help him on his way! or business to business to hinder or limit our passing of information, resources Office Space and encouragements along, lest we inadvertently dumb down and de-evolveolve The Galveston Wizard is on the lookout for a place where readers and businesses can find us. What to our community and humanity at large with silence, adding difficulty to all consider when finding a newer, better tower...? things. Alternatives to Smoking Lets face it, a lot of people are hooked. But what It’s difficult figuring out what you really want for yourself in life. Clar- other habits and things can we take to replace this smoking gun to have our lungs and pocket- books thanking us? ity of mind and clarification of what you want is essential to your completing Public Access Channel quests and journeys, bringing you the rewards of those efforts sooner. The idea may be a rerun to some of you, but how do we bring Wayne’s World to you? Things that happened in the past will continue to haunt and plague Galveston Nightly News. (GNN), more... your efforts if you continue to carry them forward with you, harboring Wizard Takes an Art Walk We’ve been to several of them, now we’re going to grudges and defining false absolutes will only hinder your progress. figure out how to put ourselves and the Galveston Wizard ON the Artwalk. Be sure be as forgiving and kind as you wish others to be towards Understanding & Getting Grants you, you have no idea what obstacles or journeys other people may be un- Surely there are people and organizations lined up to supply grant funds to good ideas, good dertaking or enduring. Venture forth, brave reader, and do great things! people to bring the goods to the community.y Let’s discuss possibilities.s. www.galvestonwizard.proboards62.com -Galveston Wizard http://community.galveston.com/blogs/galvestonwizard Visit our Web site at www.galvestonwizard.com to browse previous volumes, view ad rates and more! Join and Support the Continuing Quests of the Galveston Wizard The following quests are open for discussion and realization. We need YOUR input and ideas to make it real. Galveston Film Festival The Doorway Collective RealmStomp KBOI Island Radio

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Galvestock Island Roller Rink Clear Lake Guru Seek and Ye Shall Find-Scavenger Hunt Event Promotion & Collaboration & Creation & Participation Wtih many more to come... What quests are you on? Go now to our forum at www.galvestonwizard.proboards62.com for updates 6 Luck & Load G’Wiz: Galveston Wizard Talkin’ ‘Bout the Car Wash Billions and billions of dust particles flexing muscles and bouncing bikini’s ev- showed up for our Hotties of Summer Car erywhere, surrounded by delicious food (Ready for the next episode.) Wash, advertised in Volume #12. vendors, all there specifically to meet, mingle, and have an awesome good time Our goal was to set up an opportunity to with you, then you may not be ready for meet you, the reader, and also a way for our Phase 4 “Hotties of Summer Car us to provide just one more service to our Wash”. readers. Teaming up and continuing promotion of businesses that have helped us You can be certain that we will be ready along the way was also part of our plan. for our Phase 2. Special thanks to Good- Mission: Accomplished. will for use of their parking lot and water to make philanthropic dirty car owners It was definitely a car wash of epic pro- happy once again. And endless gratitude portions, and it made for one incredible for Linda, John, Sydney and Isaac, with- We’ll be even more ready next time. afternoon for participants and celebrants. out which none of any of it would be pos- If you’ve never seen a car wash with a sible. Help us help them help you help ev- sports drink or adult beverage sponsor, erybody. If we missed ya then you missed HaveHaveaavvvee youryourour transtranspo’strransnspo’so’s dirddirtydirtirrtty forffoor us...us... Clean out Your Closets and Mark your dirty vehicles for the featuring a live dj, with soap, sponges, out! Check out our Secret Event, Page 8! Finishing up the tent breakdown Hotties of Summer began by the wind hours earlier. CAR WASH

Come show youryou appreciation for the uplifting that we do. It’s not about kissing up to us...that doesn’t matter. Show us YOUR h us know who our readers are, thats all. We want a head count. We hope to have people lining up to thank us for our time. Donati washes will help us help you, better and faster. Cameras, Ofﬁce Space, Buying Wizards’ time to help the quest to reach you, the We’ll eveven wash your car as an added bonus! en wash yo u “Write It Down Or You’ll Forget!” YOU are the Galveston Wizard! (Rain or Shine)

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If you’ve ever only had enough food to eat once a day, or you didn’t know where you’re next meal was coming from, then you already know what it’s like... it sucks. We were given 10 tickets to a Gleanings from the Harvest dinner in response to us contacting them for ways to be of service. We were able to rally 5 of us for the event...as many of our wizardly friends were working other jobs or had already made plans for the evening. But we rallied who we could to see what it was all about! The Fifth Annual Hunger Awareness Dinner, held at the Moody Memorial First United Methodist Church CLC, was informative and fun. Informative in that we learned a lot about the hunger issues and poverty problems facing our area, and fun in that we were able to organize a little group together for the night! Little did the eventgoer know, but their tickets were divided into three different colors, and we were all instructed to sit in our ticket color section, representing the divergent economic conditions of the world’s population. Instead of us separating into our sections as our tickets re- quested, we all opted for the yellow ticket color, which had more than enough for us all. We joked and laughed as we sat down, still elated from our raffle entries, (5 tickets for 5 bucks, you “bid” on an item by putting a ticket in a bag in front of the item you want to win...Lucky us???). The joke was on us, however, as we were in the group representing the low income group. plain beans and rice were headed our way, while member from other ticket colors got shrimp salads and were waited on by members of our own yellow group. How does that make us feel? Angry! “Why sahould they be eating so much better than us? We’re just as capable!” (we role-played all too convincingly with our bland beans and rice inspiring us into character.) “I’m going to ask for a raise, I’m going to demand change! I’m going to inspire confidence in my abilities and learn new ones!” We called off the revolution when they announced that there was a large buffet awaiting us, donated by generous sponsors... all is better with a full stomach (burp.) 4 out of 5 of us even won raffle prizes, how lucky were we! We are due! (silent auction got a little too philanthropic for our blood, but proceeds went towards the cause.) Not knowing where your next meal is coming from elimi- nates your ability to focus on and pursue the big steps or opportunities that are available to you. Sometimes an individual just needs to be shown one hint of kindness, one sign of compassion, to inspire, uplift and recharge and overcome and work through a less fortunate situation than yours. The community all wins big when we work together towards a common good. For Volunteer, Donation, or To See If You Qualify for as- sistance please contact Mark Davis at 409-744-GFTH (4384) or [email protected], also, learn more online at www.gfth- galveston.org JEFF KILGORE GreatGreat StylesStyles Mediator / Lawyer /Arbitrator Services in Dispute Resolution * Civil ~ Construction $5$5 o Family ~ Commercial P.I C.A.D. Tax Value Arbitrations ANY HAIRCUT 2020Please Broadway, Note: Galveston We’ve Moved! Tx 77550 Now Located in the Texas First Bank Building $20$20o * 6501 Stewart Rd. St. 201 Galveston, Texas 77551 NOW HIRING 409.762.1758409.762.1758 ANYAANNY CHEMICALCCHHEEMMICICAALL SERVICESEERRRVVVICVIICCCEE [email protected] Location:: 2272724772244 661ST1SSTT STSTRTTRR PPhPhone:hhoonnee: 440409.740.3040099..740.304774400...33300044400 Hours: Tuesdaysdsdaayy ThrTThThruhruhrru FridFFrFridayrridriiddaayy 10am-6110am-6pm0aamam6pm-m--666ppmp SatuSaSaturdayaattutuurdurrddaayy 9am9a9am-4pmaam-amm---444p pmm www.kilgoremediation.com *limit 1 couponponppooon ppepereer customerccuussstosttooomeommeeerr ppeperere vvisvivisit.isssiit.iitt.t OfferOOfffefffffeeer ExEExpiresxxppiresppirpiireirrreeess 9/30/089//3300//008 8 Luck & Load G’Wiz: Galveston Wizard Getting your name out there is Absolutely Essential. GalvestonG’Wiz Wizard Periodical . P.O. Box 3467 Galveston Texas 77552; p: 409.621.2864; f: 409.621.2864; [email protected]; www.galvestonwizard ide you G'WIZd gu izar (It’s also our job.) W ston Galvestonalve Wizard et the G L te Contact: & Whi Yours is only one part, but it is a major one. sue) Black 50/is ($4 e) 02/08 ,700 /issu Invoice for Vol #13 $2 525 Updated 864 ard.com $ Color ue) 75 ( tonwiz 5/iss $1,5 Top 6 reasons businesses say “no” to advertising. 409.621.2 $57 ) 0 Bill to: Rate : Sheetgalves 0 ( sue $60 $3,45 50/is Readers and advertisers, thank you for your 6. We can’t handle any more business. ffice #thewiz@ ($6 DiBella’s Italian Restaurant O Commitment $1,950 1902 31st St E-mail: e 5. We’ve been here for 105 years, and have never had to advertise before.

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No, There was not a car in sight. 4:30 that was me wiping the sweat off, no car, 4:35 no car. I called them at it was 96 degrees outside. (felt like 4:38- Dude, where’s my car? Sorry, 105) It looked great until I imagined he says in a distinctive accent, we a huge prehistoric great white shark, Kurtz... It was our pleasure being a driving billboard for them. don’t have your reservation. Great! erupting out of the water with his Now we have to pack up the kids and mouth opened wide, clamping his move to Beverly. No, that’s another thousands of razor sharp teeth down frickin hilarious. Susie even gave get some smoothies! I tell you he story. Ha. At least Sydney didn’t on the middle of the raft. Blood me a myofacial massage on my head better be good and you know what start screaming until I got out of the spraying everywhere a la Johnny since I had a whopper of a migraine I mean…Ha! I felt like a gopher, I my car and said goodbye. Depp in Nightmare on Elm street. brewing. Two imitrex didn’t even guess he just opened that pretty little Children scream, mothers clutch get rid of it! At first I was a little mouth and we jumped! KURTZ RENTALS……………... babies to their breasts as they pull resistant, (for about 5 seconds) as Frankie is one bad a$$ MF! He logged (Sorry baby, you are gonna hate that kids out of the water. (Ever see two I had to lay down with my head 4 years in the Marines and spent title!!! But its really funny!) Kurt sharks attacking like that? No..) in between her legs. For one brief time in the Middle East, Egypt and picked me up in the most beautiful Finally, you see the raft slowly minute I thought what are people also Hawaii. Hawaii sounds a little car I’ve ever seen. You looked at it sinking into the deep blue (I mean going to think, looking at me like funny after Mombassa, but Frankie and got goose bumps. This is the tan) depths……… Where the hell that, then I remembered who I was was deployed to Mombassa after the type of car that could turn a girl on did that come from? Oh yeah, lack and decided not to care. Her massage embassy bombing. I KNOW that boy just sitting in the passenger seat, let of sleep! Remember, the title of this did the trick, for sure. deserved to see the surf after those nd alone driving it for four days! Kurt, story is Fantasy Island! “stops”. On September 2 , 2001 his I promise I’ll clean the seats! The tour was over and then he finished ride was amazing! In two days, I Hott, and McHard ……………… Beach boys (and girls)…………… his degree at a little private university drove back and forth 2 times, one I think I stayed on the beach for 4 It is such an indescribable feeling to in Hawaii called Hawaii Pacific was in a horrible rainstorm, in rush or 5 hours that day. Of course, it have nothing to do but dig your feet University. His degree is in universal hour traffic and I could have cared turned out that Brandi had to work. into the hot sand and watch (people human resource management so he Detour in the plan #1. Thanks a lot. get eaten by sharks!) dolphins can “better handle his employee’s”. My saving grace this weekend was frolic in the waves. Or were those He is also a funny MoFo. (I love to T. If it wasn’t for him, my weekend surfers? That is another story, again! swear sometimes, I don’t get to do it would have been ruined. He told I had to visit my other beach boy around my kids. They tend to copy me to go to H2O at the San Luis Frankie down on the beach in front everything you say! Swearing when Hotel and wait for him. Of course of Float. That boy is one smooth you write is even funnier as people I was all hot and sweaty from sitting talker. If you think you got game, don’t expect it.) He basically “owns” th th on the beach for quite a few hours, go chat with him for a few. He has the beach from 19 ST. to 29 ST but I was game. I pull up in the Jag a slight twang reminiscent of New and has since 2006. Frankie also is (always gets prompt service) and Orleans. Which by the way is where a beach genius, he noticed that no Shawn opens the door for me. Valet his mother is from. His daddy is one had hammocks and added those extraordinaire. I mosey around the Sicilian and is BOI, as is Frankie. to his inventory. Who wouldn’t want bar area to where the hotel guests He started working down on Poretto to swing in a hammock, on one can sit on these great round daybeds. beach for Leroy Naschke when he of the most beautiful parts of the I stumble upon this semi secluded was only 16 years old. I think that seawall!!!! area tucked in by the doors and just is where became addicted to the During the summer months he works start chatting with this great couple. beach lifestyle. You should see him his butt off and even I couldn’t get It’s funny that when you open swinging (actually his beach girl was him to go out! I’ll just have to try yourself up (minds in the gutter?) to swinging the hammock for him!) in harder next time… all possibilities, you start to attract his hammock while his employees the right people to you. run up and down the beach! He Capt’n Jacks, Sky Bar, Ultra I’m just standing there trying to does work his butt off , Ah, the life! Lounge and Buckcherry…………. decide what I’m going to do, when They are scurrying like crabs and he Again, I was blown off by Brandi I notice Susie and Doug. Of course goes, Hey Hope!, why don’t you and See Fantasy Island knowing me, I start talking to them $%^&& go get some food! 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Eggplant, avocadoes A walnut looks and pears target the health and Olives assist the health like a little brain, a left and right function of the womb and cervix of and function of the ovaries A sliced carrot hemisphere, upper cerebrums and the female - they look just like these looks like the human eye, the pupil, lower cerebellums. Even the wrinkles organs. Today’s research shows that iris and radiating lines look just like or folds are on the nut just like the when a woman eats 1 avocado a week, the human eye...and YES science now neo-cortex. We now know that walnuts it balances hormones, sheds unwanted shows that carrots greatly enhance help develop over 3 dozen neuron- birth weight and prevents cervical blood ﬂow to and function of the eyes. transmitters for brain function. cancers. And how profound is this? Grapefruits, oranges, .... It takes exactly 9 months to grow and other citrus fruits look just like the an avocado from blossom to ripened mammary glands of the female and fruit. There are over 14,000 photolytic actually assist the health of the breasts chemical constituents of nutrition and the movement of lymph in and out in each one of these foods (modern of the breasts. Kidney beans actually science has only studied and named

A Tomato has four heal and help maintain kidney function about 141 of them). and yes, they look exactly like the chambers and is red. The heart is red and has four chambers. All of the human kidneys. research shows tomatoes are indeed Onions look like body pure heart and blood food. cells. Today’s research shows that Celery, bok choy, Figs are full of seeds onions help clear waste materials rhubarb and more look just like bones. and hang in twos when they grow. Figs from all of the body cells. They These foods speciﬁcally target bone increase the motility of male sperm even produce tears which wash the strength. Bones are 23% sodium and and increase the numbers of sperm epithelial layers of the eyes. these foods are 23% sodium. If you cells to overcome male sterility We hope you enjoyed reading about don’t have enough sodium in your some of the foods you may eat. We diet the body pulls it from the bones, look forward to answering any of your Grapes hang in a making them weak. These foods questions!

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From Marieke immediately started chatting house right in the middle of there I could get any where in London up people that she used to work with. Old Tallinn. The next day we from this station. I was told that this It felt good to be in such a far away walked around and checked out is why the terrorists targeted that place and knowing that my girlfriend the many, many things to see. station. That was where everyone was was familiar with the surroundings. I don’t know if I was caught connecting to other lines, so it was the The following days we explored the up in the visual history that I most crowded. Anyway, it was now different cathedrals, shops, and sights was surrounded by or if I was December and it was my last month around the city. The streets were heated just caught up in the romance in England. Marieke had bought us so that the pavement didn’t freeze. This of being somewhere new with Caption: Me sawing some logs on the floor of Heathrow Airport tickets to Finland for a short vacation was a luxury for shoppers and tourists Marieke. But it only took a day before we went to Holland to visit her so that they could still walk down the and I realized I was in love with way up. As the fallen had reached the family for the pre-x-mas Dutch holiday street in freezing temperatures. It Marieke. Walking and talking with her top, they started crawling out of the named “Sinterklaas”. progressively became colder and colder seemed like something new once it was way. I had an old man leaning against We packed the night before, while we were there. The next day wrapped in a medieval eastern European me and I had a woman by the back of and we left early the next morning. We Marieke and I took a boat out to an old city. For some reason, our connection her coat. We got to the top and every were standing out on the street, in the island outpost off the cost of Helsinki became stronger. My feelings for her one began composing themselves. I dark, waiting for our taxi to take us to called Suommelina. This was an old became much more real. I now found didn’t get one thank you from anyone. the bus station. The taxi arrived and Russian/Swedish fortress. It was so myself forgetting about the need to go If it wasn’t for me, so many people took us to a bus depot somewhere in cool that once you got off the boat, the home and thinking more about what would have been hurt. But they were London. We waited for about an hour entire town seemed to have been frozen I was to do once I left. We left there all drunk. So what can you expect. while I admired a nearby church. The since the 1700’s . Everything seemed a day later to go back to Finland. We At least I impressed Marieke. We bus came, and half way through our to have been untouched for hundreds checked in at the terminal and had to headed back to Helsinki and said our trip to Heathrow, I realized that I had of years. There were also mounds and wait for a couple of hours. While we goodbyes and did some last minute forgotten my passport. I couldn’t believe caves all over the island that they used were waiting we decided to sit near an sight seeing. We even took a bus ride it and I continued to hate myself all the to store munitions and troops. After a escalator and there was a large group to another Finnish town that was in way to the airport. Marieke was so few hours we went back to Helsinki and of Finnish people going up. According the fashion of Old Town Spring (the patient and forgiving and never downed settled down with a session in a sauna. to many sources, the Finnish are known name escapes me). The day after we me for it. I, on the other hand, was not The next day we spent some time with for prevalent alcoholism, and on these took a RyanAir flight back to London. so forgiving. We got to the airport and Mariekes friends, and then we set off boats you are expected to have to put I remember it was a late night flight, tried to see if there was anyway around for Estonia. We took a passenger ship up with a bunch of drunkards. Well and once we got on the plane most the passport, and of course there wasn’t. across the Gulf of Finland, to Tallinn. this was my first experience, and would everyone went straight to sleep. For So we made the trip all the way back On our way across the gulf, we soon prove to be an unforgettable one. some reason, we lucked out and got home with our bags. I bought us new were entertained with some Finish folk As we were sitting there the most childish and unprofessional tickets to Finland, and we tried again songs and old people dancing to them. watching these Finnish people head group of flight staff ever. Abut every the next day. We arrived in Porvoo, After an hour or so we arrived. It was up the escalator, we noticed that at the 15 minutes someone would play a Finland the following morning, and it night and we had to find our Bed and top of the escalator a drunk woman lost recording of a baby crying over the wasn’t as cold as I thought it would Breakfast on foot. We walked out of the her balance and fell backwards. As she intercom and none of us knew where be. Being situated next to Russia, I cruise terminal to downtown. We were fell the hits just kept coming. One after it was coming from until a passenger expected to be tromping though snow. staying in Old Tallinn, and apparently another, people started tumbling. It had enough. She shouted at one of But it felt more like New Jersey in late we were walking around in new, run took only a few seconds of a half smile the stewardesses and she gave the September. From Porvoo, we had to down, Tallinn. We made our way for me to realize I had to do something. cut it out signal to whomever was take a train into Helsinki. We arrived through twists and turns and then came I dropped my bags and pushed past a behind the curtain. Assholes. So that in downtown Helsinki and took an over upon a colossal, medieval wall. We few people at the bottom and quickly was a terrible flight. We got back ground tram to where our hostel was. passed through it and found ourselves grabbed the last person from falling. to Heathrow in the A.M. and had to This hostel was located near the cruise in a city practically untouched since I had the weight of so many people sleep on the floor. Luckily our flight terminal and close to the city center. the 1600’s. 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Though edited, this content is for mature audiences only, and is only for edutainment purposes, not for the faint of heart. Rated R A Somewhat Epic Journey for Real After the end of a tumultuous and Kansas, so as to visit a very good brewery (it laughingly got in the I went from a normal middle- near farcical marriage, I came up friend of ours for a short time be- way of my partying) my nameless class/middle-aged white man to with an amphetamine-induced fore the trip to California was to friend (Let’s just call him Phillip a vagrant-hobo-soup-kitchen-@ idea to stick out my thumb and commence. Little did we realize at Onya, get it?) showed back up in ss-can-ya-spare-a-dime-mister- hitchhike from my dead end, fu- the time that our plans would be Lawrence, only this time he wants carry-everything-everywhere- tureless hometown of Pratt, Kan- changing very drastically after the to move to Corpus Christi, Texas. where-do-I-sleep-tonight-my- sas to the west coast (namely Los meth wore off and other ideas and “Texas?!#$?!, What the f*ck kind clothes-need-burned-smell- Angeles, California) with a friend plans started to blossom. of drugs are you on?” I asked Phil- like-a-dead-squirrel-homeless- of mine, who shall remain name- Our old friend persuaded us (with lip, “If you ever listened to me you as-f*ck-salvation-army-sleeping- less. copious amounts of expensive and would know that outside of Mexico motherf*cker. So I had to bum a Besides the break-up I had with very tasty weed) to stick around a and Prison, Texas is the last f*cking tent from one of my better friends the cop-f*cking, coke wh*re, few weeks. place on Earth I want to visit, let in Lawrence and ended up sleep- there was also the issue of my Eventually my nameless traveling alone live in!” ing in a bunch of trees and poison probation in Pratt County (which companion went somewhere else He retorted by telling me of the ivy vines. Luckily, I didn’t get arrest warrant Pratt County had is- I completely failed to comply and I got a job washing dishes at posion ivy, but unfortunately, I sued for me, and I started singing did take three bites from a brown to) and a quickly expanding in- a very lively, busy, and drunken “God Bless Texas” in about 2 nano- recluse. No puns intended (ok, volvement with and addiction to brewery/restaurant. seconds. it is on purpose), but that was a methamphetamines; led me to the Before I knew it, I had hundreds of So after a two month wait (for REAL pain in my @ss. decision to pack a few changes of friends and a plethora of incredibly my lease to be out), Phillip and I will make it to LA, I will make gorgeous women to fail miserably clothes, some toiletries and my I hopped on a Greyhound for the things right, and I will make trying to sleep with, not to mention broken pride and take off. Gulf of Mexico and the Lone Star things happen for myself. Some- the better part of a year had passed. I made this decision with my State. thing good will come of this, I’m I wasn’t even out of Kansas yet nameless friend and we began our As it turned out, my lease ran certain. I’ve just got to keep go- and I really couldn’t see any rea- journey on July 1st, 2005. Our out about a week before our bus ing on this journery until I get son to leave. Soon after quiting the ﬁrst destination was Lawrence, was leaving. At that moment, where I need to be, . -rb Bill’s American Business Machines, Inc. Palm Tree “We have the Machine to Fullfill Your Needs.” Call Trimming JOHN GIACONA General Manager Painting Remodeling Phone (409) 744-5653 [email protected] $65.00 Per Tree New and Pre Owned Sales (free estimates) COPIERS FAX MACHINES Rentals SHREDDERS “Quality work at a fair price.” LASER PRINTERS Service TYPEWRITERS Supplies Handyman Bill 409.739.3213 Save 10% on Labor for 1 service call. 18 Luck & Load G’Wiz: Galveston Wizard

Not since the microwave has their been an invention this cool, or this destined to go from relative obscurity to Worldwide acceptance and usage. Much like the Spanish Conquistadors completed their travels on horseback across Native America to the wonderment of the natives, so does the bold Segway makes it’s journey from the future across the land. The friendly team at Segway Tours offers would-be futurists the opportunity to partake in any one of many tours available and created by the Segway Tours team for your enjoyment. Worth every penny. Receive instruction on how to ride in style When you were born, you didn’t just stand yourself up and walk out of the delivery room. Fortunately, the learning curve for riding a Segway versus walking is not too overwhelm- ing, but you still have to wear a helmet. (safe and considerate, please). After a short training exercise within view of the Port of Galveston, you and your group will then embark on your epic tour of choice, conquering fear, learning, and having fun! Tour Guide Insights at no extra charge “#1 Rated Segway tour in Texas” “With training, dedication, and common sense, You too can Let a Galveston Segway tour, a unique experience of the Island become a Segway Master.” City, guide you to Galveston’s amazing architecture, as a professional guide helps you to transcend time and history, on a futuris- tic human transporter. Call them at 409.762.2255 or make reservations online at www.galvestonsegway.com Victorian Renaissance Wonderland (allow 2 hours) $49.95 each person This longer & more relaxed residential ride is like a pleasant drive through the neighborhood. At Six Smiles an hour, we explore the East End Historic District (designated a National Historic Landmark by the United States Department of the Interior). We see the magnificent Landes McDonough House, the 1903 Sa- cred Heart Church, the amazing Bishop’s Palace, the JC Trube Castle, and much more. The Strand Ride (allow 1.5 hours) $39.95 each person In this ride mingle with buzzing downtown Galveston on the Strand, formerly (Increased handicapaannddiiccaap acaaccessibleccceessssiibblle known as the Wall Street of the Southwest. History comes to life here at Pier 21 ramps will increase the Segway’s . the Rail Road Museum . La King’s candy factory . the Tremont . and the Grand mobility as well. Let’s fix some of Opera House. those potholes for smoother riding!) The Alley Ride (allow 45 min) $24.95 each person No history here... just some fun on the Segway. This is a shorter ride, for segway enthusiasts, who just want a segway experience. Segway Tours is located at 100 Twen- tieth Avenue in the Peanut Butter Evening Romance (allow 2+ hours) $59.95 each person Warehouse on 20th and Harborside. This is a limited ride, offered only on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday evenings. For tour or purchase information, We slow down for this event, a casual mostly downtown evening ride, which call 409-762-2255 or go to their Web features an orientation to available restaurants in the neighborhood, and is high- site at www.galvestonsegway.com lighted by a visit with our friends at D’vine Wine, for a taste of their finest. Max parties of 4 on this ride. You must call to schedule this event. Be sure to tell Segway Tours that you saw them in the Galveston Wizard.

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Where there’s smoke…Staff One a hot summer day, late June, I smoke was billowing up making the empty field to the left of the old I overheard some guy telling another looked to the west and saw smoke. a big ole mess of the blue sky. I Sea Arama. Hence, that field burn out guy that the fire the other day was Huge plumes of it. GWiz made asked the very hot firefighter what too. So, when the hottie began to tell just a burnout. I heard him say that it to the flames five minutes after happened. And before he answered me what happened, I told him with the fire department had set it. I heard the smoke was sited. Benny, the me I was able to put it all together. I my eyes that I already knew. I was him talk as if he were there that day. I Jamaica Beach cop let me in the gate saw the starting point of the incident allowed to stay and watch the city paid just smiled and thought “Geez, what before he blocked it off or either I and realized that some moron didn’t professional do his job. Watching, I a moron!” beat him in. The fire was at the State put out their campfire properly and began to think. I thought of how dry Campfire Regulations/Burn Bans Park Camp Ground (Bayside) and accidentally, unintentionally, and the ground was since we hadn’t had it was really flaming. The ground carelessly started the fire where no any rain in weeks, I thought of all of Q: May I build a campfire in a state park? was on fire. With camera in hand, I open fires should have been started. the houses that were less than 500 A: Fires may be built only in campsite cautiously approached the Jamaica No fire ring, no rocks, no dug out yards to the east of the approaching grills, fire rings, or fireplaces. Some Beach Firefighter who was making hole. I hadn’t seen a blaze like this flames, I thought of the 4th of July sites allow only containerized fuel an attempt to extinguish the earth one in Galveston since I was a kid and all of the fire works that would fires. When warranted, burn bans are with the hose from a first response on the 4th of July, standing on the be shot off like illegal rockets that implemented by county judges and/ truck. Trees were in flames, the grass Seawall with my family and watching will ram blare, the California wild or county commissioner’s courts. was turning black very quickly, and another moron shoot bottle rockets at fires, floor heaters, exposed electrical Inquire when making reservations wires, my house, my expired fire or call the park for specific campfire extinguishers, how ugly the ground information. Waist-high grills/ looks after it is burned to dust and ground fire rings are standard at how some people just don’t think. most developed sites, as are tables Fortunately, the sirens of a much and lantern posts. Some primitive larger, fast approaching fire truck sites have fire rings; some beach sites snapped me out of my turmoil. More allow ground fires on sandy areas, hotties went to work and convinced if approved by the park manager. me that they had everything under Firewood may not be gathered unless control. Relieved, I took some shots authorized by the park manager. and left. Fireworks and explosives are not Two days later, while sitting permitted. Always make sure the fire under a shady umbrella at Hummel’s. is completely out. Galveston20 Luck & Load Wizard Mixes it up at After Hours ChamberG’Wiz: Meeting Galveston Wizard Another Email from Christy at the Chamber let us know about the Wednesday, June 18th 2008, 5p.m.-6:30pm “After Hours Mixer” at The Eye Clinic of Texas on 23rd Street. We decided we’d be there with bells on (figuratively). Food, beverages and a bunch of business-minded people talking shop. The possibilities were there and so were we. We made sure to hand out copies of the latest Galveston Wizard to make sure potential G’Wiz fans could “see” the possibilities. (get it, at an eye clinic?) We also talked shop with Amy a little while, after the crowds had gone home. Would sure be cool to learn more about Laser Sur- gery for the eyes. Goodbye contacts!? We’ll let you know more as we do.www.ecot.com, 281-332-EYES. P.S. We even won a door prize? Be where it’s at, and let us know too!

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The surest sign of commitment to living on Galveston Island is to purchase a home here. Yours truly did that in July, with a move-in date in the ﬁrst week of August. Yea!

Then, let’s talk about the huge stock of Victorian houses here that are desperately seeking restoration and just plain love! This house at 1426 Avenue K is one of them, and, it called my name out! So, I answered.

In 1895, a builder birthed triplets at the corner of 15th and K, a block away from the Bishop’s Palace. Yes, three very similar 2 story houses with different front porch trim-outs.

Here we are, 113 years later, and these triplets are ‘a bit worn around the edges,’ having suffered deterioration and disrespectful repairs in the intervening years. Luckily, the basic good bones are all there. My hope is that the gradual restoration work to be done on the middle house will encourage the other two home owners to realize their property’s full potential. Possibilities, Eliminate Probabilities. Open Doors and Discover New Ones. Tackle

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54th Street CHECKS ACCEPTED www.galvestonwizard.com Luck & Load 23 Galveston, oh Galveston, I still hear your sea waves crashing, While I watch the cannons flashing I If you run a stop sign, and no one can see it, is it still there? clean my gun and dream of Galveston. By Calvin Wehrle -G. Campbell I moved to Galveston after Hurri- need be in court at 8 a.m. on a certain end up with a guilty decision. Then one of those sheep who folded by the cane Alicia. The only thing I knew day to plead my case. you may have to pay even more and pressure of spending countless hours about Gavleston was Glen Campbell As I sat in court with the lollipop, maybe go back to jail.. So what are waiting for the end of the judicial had immortalized it in his cute little thought of Thomas Jefferson which you going to do, my little chic-a-dee? gauntlet to prove my innocence? Yes I song. At the end of the road I found states “better one hundred guilty men Of course you do not have money for was ! I went to the clerk desk and told a rough, sleepy “live and let live” go free than one innocent man be con- a lawyer and/or to take more time off. them I wanted a hearing. They smiled town in which I sort of expect to have demned, “ I noticed instead the prac- Of course it is easier to plead and go and started to give me a date. Then to something stolen and stop signs miss- tice was “better 100 innocent men be home. Most are young, apathetic and make sure they understood me, I said ing. The local joke was a professional condemned than one guilty man be naïve. They plea not realizing they “make sure it is a jury trial.” I believe theft involved a pickup truck . NO free.” Did I get that backwards? Not now have a criminal record to live in democracy. I believe in the people, one living here remembers getting at all. As I sat there and watched per- with the rest of their lives. and if have to do a gauntlet to have a a traffic ticket unless you did some- son after person walk forward to the Far too many plead guilty just to keep chance to prove my innocence, then I thing really stupid. district attorney or judge with an as- from going through the gauntlet of want the people to judge my case. In “83” all bets would have been suredness of innocence, I shuttered as proving your innocence. I agree that a jury trail for a stop sign Galveston is in a perpetual recession they all walked out guilty. How can After three hours it became my turn ticket seems excessive. I am a Thom- and it will never change. I needed a that be? Well, you get arrested and go to see the d.a. . He looked at my ticket as Jefferson American. I want every baseline , a line in the sand that if it to jail. The next step is to talk with and said I had 3 choices. I could plead person who walks into our court sys- did change, I would recognize it was the d.a. or judge. They immediately guilty, plead innocent, or ask for a tem believing they are innocent to so time to move on. I decided if I ever say “let’s make a deal.” If we take deferment. No where on my ticket be respected for their beliefs in the got a traffic ticket it was time to go. the time you spent in jail and apply had I marked any other option than greatest system on earth processing Well, not only did I get my ticket but it to the fine, then we can let you go I pleaded innocent and wanted a jury them with dignity and respect. When everyone in town has a brand new today and you do not have to come trial. I told him I did not come here they mark innocent on their ticket ticket. It’s not the policemen. They back. All you have to do is maybe because I was guilty. I came here be- they should not have to spend a day are just following orders and doing pay a little more to top off time spent cause I was innocent. Not that I felt in court trying to convince the sys- their job. It is our new growth and de- or if the time spent is enough then that I was innocent but because I was tem that they want to plead innocent. velopment. We are no longer taxed by you just plead guilty . If you do not innocent. I took out the photos of the Those who plead innocence’s time the $20 crack addict thefts but by the plead guilty you have to hire a law- tree covered stop sign and he was im- should be as highly valued as those $200 traffic ticket. We are now civi- yer. For these offences the state does pressed. He stated I had a good case who work for the taxpayer who is lized. not supply lawyers. Then you have but would not drop the charge. If I pleading innocent. I was obviously innocent so I decided to come here at least one more time was to pursue the innocent plea, then “The spirit of resistance to govern- to question the validity of my ticket. and prove your innocence. I did not I must get an appointment for a trial ment is so valuable on certain occa- After four trips to the courthouse and say that they had to prove you were with the judge. sions that I wish it to be always kept many calls I got to turn in my ticket. guilty. I said you have to prove your Why was this step necessary? It alive. “. Thomas Jefferson I checked the box “innocent and re- innocence. If by bad luck or by trying took me from my job. It clearly was Anyone wishing to contact me, please quest a trial.“ to represent yourself, which everyone marked on my ticket that I pleaded address email to “jury trail” in care of I then received a letter stating that I knows is not a wise thing to do , you innocent. Was I going to be another the Wizard. A window slammed shut on our hand... Fellow staffer Isaac was on the outside, holding the once-noisy-and- And Paul Stuck a needle in our foot(?) gurgling, but now draining-heavily Our friend J. Paul Abadie, PT, L.Ac. with Abadie Acupuncture (and it worked!) window unit. He shortly reported, Therapy, is now practicing Acupuncture, PHysical Therapy and “I looked up and saw that the win- Oriental Medicine at the Mind-Bodyworkers facility on the Sea- wall at 49th Street. He specializes in acupuncture, manual therapy, dow had closed down on your and herbal medicine for treating pain, over-use injuries, headaches, hands, I saw that you had this stress, insomnia and digestive disorders. He can also help with wild look in your eyes, and your smoking cessation, weight loss, asthma and allergies, menopause mouth was so open that I could syndrome and other womens’s’ issues. practically see your brain!” I Paul has been practicing holism in the Houston/Galveston area only knew that it hurt, then and for the past 16 years. He is a Diplomate in Oriental Medicine, in Chinese Herbology, and in Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine. after. We did know one thing As a clinical instructor, he cur- for sure, we needn’t look any rently teaches student interns at the further for a way to discover American College of Acupuncture ABADIE ACUPUNCTURE THERAPY Paul’s services more closely. & Oriental Medicine in Houston. J. PAUL ABADIE, PT, L.AC. His private practice includes clin- ics in Houston; and in Galveston, &*$%^#@ where he has resided for the past INTEGRATING THE PRACTICES OF ACUPUNCTURE, PHYSICAL THERAPY & ORIENTAL MEDICINE Who did we finally call for the window unit? Why Kib- 16 years. be Appliance Air Conditioning Heating and Refrigera- To schedule an appointment or dis- JOHN WEST WELLNESS CENTER MIND-BODYWORKERS tion at 409.765-7111. Guess we’ll leave it off. for now. cuss the benefits of holistic health- 2305 SAN FELIPE 4920-D SEAWALL Gotta stay cool under pressure. What other services are care, call Abadie Acupuncture HOUSTON, TX 77019 GALVESTON, TX 77551 available at Mind-Bodyworkers? View the full list of Therapy at 409/996-8808 or Mind- 713-880-5220 409-996-8808 services online at www.mind-bodyworkers.com Bodyworkers at 409/762-6463. 24 Luck & Load G’Wiz: Galveston Wizard Reflecting on the Adventure by Susannah Holmes. Owner T.F. Hippie’s A famous actress, Helen Hayes, the prospect of owning my own Customers who walked in to the best that was in us has been once said “My mother drew a little business, the idea of being our shop constantly praised us. obtained. The success came distinction between achievement my own boss. The idea was to They would say how cool and from the smiles on the faces and success. She said that offer unique gift items and toys fun we were. They would walk of our customers, the kids who achievement is the knowledge that you couldn’t find at any around the shop laughing and were rewarded with that special that you have studied and worked big, monster retailer. Working playing. The praise they gave toy from our shop, the people of hard and done the best that is in with my mother, a former retail us felt earned. The compliments Galveston who appreciated us you. Success is being praised by manager with over thirty years and attention we were paid were and what, for a short time, we others, and that’s nice, too, but experience, we forged a plan rewarding, but eventually the offered this community. These not as important or satisfying. to give Galveston something effort outweighed the return. things will never be forgotten. Always aim for achievement and different, something special. We Our business had become T.F. Hippie’s may be closing forget about success.” Forget opened our funky little shop just cumbersome, no longer offering but the memories will remain. about success? Definitely off the beaten path, marketing the incentive it once had. I can’t Thank you for the opportunity easier said than done. I have ourselves as a toy and gift retailer say what went wrong. All I can to talk Galveston Wizard, and the desire for success, the drive. for all ages…something fun for say is we tried and we had an thank you the people we worked When I first started the little toy everyone. The challenges were amazing adventure doing so. with, the customers, our fellow shop on Mechanic Street I was many, the location not ideal, The achievement of owning a business owners and friends for entirely filled with the hope for and we struggled consistently business, the knowledge that we a real good time. We will miss its success. I was so excited at to become known in Galveston. studied, worked hard and did it! Peace, Love and Toys. (Overheard from a go-getter) “If you can’t...then let me know, cause I can.” let me know, (Overheard from a go-getter) “If you can’t...then

“A“A specialspecial thanks to you,you, Suzannah,Suzannah, forfor all ofof the support,support, encouragementencouragement and funfun inin our timestimes together.together. You have givengiven us joyjoy when we nneedede it the most. Your investment on a personal level to Galveston’s community has been and will always be an inspiration to us. Readers would do well to support and encourage such forward-thinking people and businesses with their patronage and support! This means you, reader.” You rule Suzannah www.galvestonwizard.com Luck & Load 25

A little free ﬁnancial advice by Donna Foley CPA We all read that high expenses, but estimates can work to monitor it. With today’s cards, credit card annual fees, and food and gas prices are straining to start. Remember to budget for technology, you can see banking bank fees. Do you really need household budgets. The problem expense that do not recur each and credit card transactions all of the magazine subscriptions is that many of us do not have a period (week, month, pay period) online almost instantaneously. you have? How about checking budget for our household or for like annual insurance premiums, By monitoring the budget, you books out from the library instead our business. Making a budget automobile inspections and can see which estimates are of buying new ones? Have you gives you the opportunity to registrations, and vacations. incorrect or which categories of ever shopped for electronics or prioritize expenditures. Instead of Don’t panic if the first expense are increasing. Don’t jewelry at the pawnshop? The reacting to a shortfall by running version of your budget shows think of monitoring as a report selection may surprise you. up credit card debt or cutting expenses greater than what you card that you have overspent in Another opportunity is to take full out expenditures like training take in. This is where prioritizing a particular category. Instead, advantage of discount programs or advertising that could help and planning takes place. For a use the new data to adjust your offered by your employer or you increase your value in the personal budget, you may have budget going forward. When you professional organizations. And marketplace, budgeting allows to make some hard decisions like began to pay attention, you’ll remember, if you are able to you to plan the expenditures. how many Lotto tickets you really notice additional items that you invest, you may actually find There are many ways to need when the odds of winning can cut back. Start looking at some great bargains during a create a budget. You can build are 1 in 26 million. Ideally, you the interest rates on your credit downturn. your own spreadsheet, buy want to cut discretionary expenses Already covering these areas? Ready to take it to the next level? sophisticated software or create without cutting out expenses that a manual system with labeled protect your future (For example, envelopes of cash. From the insurance, rainy day or retirement Microsoft web site, you can savings) or invest in your future download free budget templates (For example, new suit for a job or sites like the American Institute interview, advertising campaign of Certified Public Accountant’s or equipment for your business). 360financialliteracy.org have If you’re an entrepreneur, free calculators and other tools. advertising during an economic Whichever method you choose, downturn may actually give you you will need to start with an advantage over competitors estimating all the money you who have battened down the take in and all that goes out. hatches. Some experts suggest keeping After you have created or creating a log or diary of your your budget, it is important

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Galveston’s chic Speaking of a devil, go see Brandon crowd and partied Hott and Mchard enjoy the Galveston Wiz- Hope (me) and Lily pose for a at Sky Bar. If you haven’t been like rock stars with ard Periodical, Volume #12, online now. picture. there, it has a great sushi bar and rock stars. We were they even make a great mohito. I hanging out with Kurt Houser and Jimmy Olguin hardwood head (sounds like fun!) know, mohitos and sushi don’t the lead singer of Buck Cherry! (Jimmy is the Sales Manager) have were actually clubs and swords. seem to go together but you’d be Lap dances were going on and no, I a section next to the field and they Lara Bell of Wild about Houston, surprised what goes together well wasn’t the one giving them! Shoot, also sponsor the half time divot on 55 KTBU-TV, Hey Lara, when when you are in a great mood. The I should have asked for one. I just stomping. Yes, just like in Pretty are you going to have me on? Ha- bar is basically one long mirror like to hang low key! Yeah, sure! Woman! I told Kurt I would help ha! I even made a new BFF, (next to and it reminded me of the movie So, we are not lying when we say with the half time festivities and I Brandi of course) Lily. Lily is one Rising Sun, you can imagine naked we partied like rock star’s that think I managed to pass out a few hot chick, she has gorgeous green people (yes, naked and we can‘t nite!!!!! Oh the life I live, sooo glasses in between talking and eyes and blonde hair that women discriminate between the sexes) boring, I can’t stand it! Someone sipping wine! would kill for! She owns a great laying on top of the mirrored bar wake me up, actually, don’t. I like I loved watching these well event planning company in Houston being used as sushi plates, banana it here! I’m afraid this is all going muscled, sleek ponies, their coats called Lily’s Events, I can’t wait to leaves covering pertinent areas! to end all too soon…..Life is just a gleaming in the afternoon sunlight. be able to hire her for my birthday No chop sticks please! (I didn’t fantasy…… It was beautiful to watch the way party! Next life maybe…I really know I had a kinky side). We really they high stepped around each wish I could divulge what her first other, like military maneuvers. You few words to me were, and they didn’t move from the bar as I was Momentum Jaguar, Polo Girls to see how your old phone can connect someone back home. Check out www.cellphonesforsoldiers.com mesmerized by the devil in all black and Muther Chukker….. could almost hear the Mongolian were hilarious. with dark eyes that peered into your Finally, the moment I’ve been warriors yelling war cries as they After polo, Kurt and I got a $30 filet soul. This guy could send shivers waiting for, Polo at the Houston rode the steppes of Asia. Wait, that mignon to-go from Papa’s. Ask him down your back with one glance! Polo Club. If you remember, last was the announcer making witty why we got it to go… We then went And yes he did! time I was unable to attend because comments about the players, Don’t home and passed out! The good Have you noticed the Illegal (was I partied to much and lost my voice! think I didn’t notice you looking life! I left the next day and really it ever legal?) Human Trafficking This is their 80th anniversary and at me! (By the way, you are quite hated to leave again, of course,! signs around town? What is that all they don’t look a day over 60. HA. funny.) You could imagine that the But it was a wonderful four days on about? I KNOW what that’s about, Momentum Jaguar and my buddies mallets with a bamboo shaft and a Fantasy Island!! See you soon… The Silk Stocking National Historic District 2nd Annual Spirits of Silk Stocking Island Style Halloween Party A Full Service Cleaning Company Saturday, October 18, 2008 8pm - midnight Free Estimate 1877 Tall Ship Elissa On your home or business. And Texas Seaport Museum Full Bar - Hors d’oeuvres - Silent Auction Schedule us for daily, biweekly, weekly, bimonthly Costume Contest - Door Prizes - Tarot Reader or monthly, or every-other-month cleanings. $40 per person/ $70 a couple For ticket information contact Silk Stocking At [email protected] Tammy Huffman (409)443-8178 Or visit our website www.silkstockinggalveston.org Owner All proceeds benefit the beautification of the Silk Stocking Neighborhood (409)526-4847 [email protected] www.galvestonwizard.com Luck & Load 27 OK. We will! And we did. School is starting again for people of all ages. Many people talk of going back to school, and still more reach the time when they decide that they must continue their education to get a degree, and ultimately a better paying job. Late registration? What interests you? Whoa there, one thing at a time. First, to attend Galveston College you must go to Admissions and get registered, then you are counseled to help put a degree plan together. After that, they help you to work out your financial aid. Then, its up to you to learn and have fun. Go try it! Some other things we saw along the way... Free Tutoring and Cyber Cafe More than 50 online Classes

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by Graffiti Tourists! It’s a word I have heard used a lot Indians and the pirate Jean Lafitte, I too It’s fun to be a tourist and travel to new have an opportunity to play and escape on the Island. I have heard it said in many fell in love with the Island. I know now places, see beautiful places and sunsets from reality. We need to take the time ways. In a tone of expectation from those what caused me to do so. The escape from in towns you’ve never seen before. to become a tourist. With the high price of who rely on the income theygenerate. In a reality. The ocean. The laughing gulls, the People are always friendly when they are gas and cost of living, you have a unique tone of respect to those who wish to travel dolphins, the waves that lull you to sleep. pocketing your money. Wine and food opportunity to explore your own town. It and never have. In a tone of frustration The friendly people. So, like many others taste better when you aren’t the one doing doesn’t cost that much to visit something for those who have to deal with them before me, I packed my bags and hurried the cooking. And we all love it when we you’ve never seen before. We all put off on a daily basis. In a tone of disgust for to Galveston Island hoping…..for what? don’t have to do any of the clean-up. visiting areas that are right around the those who have to clean up after them. To escape from reality? Because reality I think what it all boils down to is respect. corner. Pretend you are coming from In a tone of resignation from those who sets in very quickly and you find out you We need the tourists to respect the world England or Maine or France and visit don’t have a choice. It wasn’t too many can’t live on dreams or on the back of the we live in and help to keep your own Island. moons ago that I came as a tourist to dolphins, or riding the waves that lull you it clean. We need to respect the right of Take pictures, laugh and enjoy the land Galveston Island. Like many others who to sleep. And the laughing of the gulls can the tourist to go somewhere else if they you live on. It can be a memorable and came before me, dating all the way back sound like mockery when your wallet is aren’t happy in the establishment. rewarding experience you will never to the earliest settlers like the Karankawa empty. We need to respect tourists while they forget!

MARK YOUR CALENDARS! www.galvestonwizard.com Luck & Load 29 Island Bicycle Day well worth checking out! Pics from the Galveston Bicycle Show. Kenny Ashley won first place in Muscle Lowrider category. Suny Robinson took second place in Revisited and Upgraded. the Adult Bicycle Category. Pictures of the Show. Just in case you need pictures of the show, I have a fefew.w Talk to ya later!!! What you will be able to do. -Suny Our friend Joey Explicit Volume Breakdown. What categories or sections (page 2) with do you want to explore? Island Cycle Repair and our Interactive site with easy to navigation formatting. other friend Brett worked into the Superlative Web Resource system. night to have this Galveston Wiz- Online Merchandise Center. (Show your love!) ard “Press Pass” bike ready for Bi- No Chalky Aftertaste. cycle Day. It was later determined that “Press Pass” “What else do you want to do?” was probably too cool, so the bike was not entered into this years judging competition to ensure a fair chance for wizard.com the other bikes...We hate to see grown bicycle enthusiasts cry. Upgrades, like a kick-stand and Get your mouses over there! actual hanging “Press Pass” from the front will make it good for both news and fun chasing. “She hit me like a ton of bricks” It was a Saturday night. June 21st to be more specific. A local entertainer was going to be performing a sold out show at the Strand Theatre, located on Mechanic Street...we’ve also got a Post Office on Church Street, we reasoned. The show rained out a few ticket holders, with some of them coming from as far as Houston to partake in George’s antics on stage. Audience participation was encouraged. George Douglas Lee, “Guilty...With An Expla- nation,” was a unique performance by George in a 2+ hour set of impromptu jokes, observations, skits and songs he’s written. (www.cdbaby.com/all/george- douglaslee) or digital download on iTunes. His aim? To help promote and ensure that the doors to the wonderful theatre remain open. Other forward-thinkers, like Tony Dabney with his silent cou de ta film series, have been creating and promoting uses of the theatre to breathe fresh life into the theater as well. Call 866-Strand-5 for ticket information. ATTENTION PARENTS! Recently Galveston EMS participated in the 2nd Annual Galveston Bicycle Day that was sponsored by the Historical Galveston Downtown Partnership. The HGDP donated children’s bicycle and extreme sports helmets to Galveston EMS’ Bike Team to be given away free to children accompanied by parents during the event. Because of the generous donations, Galveston EMS was able to fit fourteen kid’s with helmets and provide some bike safety tips. Also present was Galveston Police Department, who provided on-site bike registration. Local bicycle shops had bicycles for sale and at least one offered bicycle repair on site. All-in-all it was a very enjoyable event down on the Strand as the weather was almost perfect and the sound of music, as performed by some local artists, echoed throughout the Justin tries on a helmet as mother Strand district. Whereas I cannot speak for the event’s organizers, as a resident I am Yvonne Bodenburg looks on at encouraged to see that local business are involved in the safety of our children. the 2nd Annual Bicycle Day. Justin won best decorated bike in the 8 - 12 As a BOI, I was happy to see the skate park open at Menard Park. It seems to be year old category. very popular with the kids. However, I have observed that very few of the kids were Always Safety First, wearing proper safety gear ( i.e. helmet, gloves, elbow or knee pads, etc.). Though Thomas Leigh it is not a requirement, I think it is a good idea. Galveston EMS does still have both bike and extreme sport helmets left, anyone (for a child) that needs one can get one Galveston EMS at no cost. 409-765-2504 30 Luck & Load G’Wiz: Galveston Wizard Life In the Not-So-Fast Lane by Gil Valdez Jr. I recently took a trip to Aus- The dangers of riding a bike on city facing bicyclists on the island, thanks not the only victim of this sort of inci- tin for a few days to relax with my streets are apparent so why are there rude people! dent. Supposedly this happens several girlfriend and to celebrate her sister’s no designated lanes for bikers? Why As if that was not enough a times a month not only to riders but birthday. While packing for our trip when there is an obvious explosion new class of idiots has popped up in runners, walkers, and even women we decided to take our bikes along in bicycle sales and bicycle traffic the wake of internet stardom and sites walking their young ones! What’s ...what do others think? with us. Both of us have been using is there no discussion of bike lanes? that promote filming and then posting next, these same kids running people our bicycles more and more for obvi- People buying bikes, renting surreys, pranks. While riding to the east end a off the seawall because they think its ous reasons as transportation across renting bicycles, or other non motor- couple of weeks ago I was assaulted funny? the island, for exercise, and for gen- ized forms of transportation need a by 2 teenage boys about 15 years of As gas prices continue to rise eral entertainment. With her sister safe lane of their own, at least on the age. I was riding east as the two boys and the search for alternative fuels living less than 3 miles from Towne major streets and scenic avenues. were heading towards me. They split continues to take the slow route, more Lake we figured it would be great to The Seawall makes for a very up and took positions on my left and and more people are turning to bicy- bike down to the park. As we started scenic ride but can get pretty hairy right in what I thought was a nice ges- cles. This will inevitably lead to more our ride the first thing I noticed was sometimes. People who set up camp ture to let me pass. As they passed bike traffic and the need to protect the bicycle lanes. This is not the first on the sidewalk, who don’t pay at- me the boy on my right threw a cup those riders. As always the responsi- time I have seen these but it got me tention their children, inattentive of liquid at my face! Not only was I bility starts with the parents when it thinking about why Galveston has not people, and folks wearing headphones temporarily blinded, but I nearly ran comes to teaching safe riding habits implemented this type of safety for its can make for one hell of an obstacle off the Seawall! I was so shocked and rules of the road. For more expe- bike riders. As we rode there were ar- course or worse a tragic accident. Just that I stopped momentarily to think rienced riders, if its has been a while eas where the lane ended but it was the other day my girlfriend was rid- about what had just happened, was it do some research online to brush up. obvious that more lanes were in the ing home from work in Bolivar when water, urine, or something more sin- Once you are comfortable just make process of being constructed. It was a she came up behind two other bik- ister? Honestly I can’t think of any- sure you are always alert and ride very comforting feeling knowing that ers who were waiting to pass a group thing much more sinister than urine, defensively. Nowadays it seems that I did not have to worry about careless of people walking and taking up the I would rather deal with acid! I was folks have forgotten that pedestrians drivers not watching for or consider- width of the Seawall sidewalk. She at- so upset that once I regained my bear- and bikes have the right of way and ing the safety of bike riders. tempted to help by ringing her bell to ings I tried to catch them to give them that crosswalks are actually used by In order to appreciate this alert the group that bikers wanted to a piece of my mind or a whole foot. I us. you have to know what it is like to pass. The group ignored her alerts and was even more furious when I start- If you are a bike rider be care- ride in Galveston. With traffic at its continued to block the way, even mak- ed to give chase and my pedal broke ful out there. If you feel the same let peak right now, less attentive drivers, ing a few rude comments! The two leaving me stranded 70 blocks from it be known, you have a voice! I think dominate the talking, Who are you to others? Don’t are you clocked in as? it called, what you’re doing right now...what What’s tourists, and plain ole’ inconsider- gentleman in front of her attempted to home in 98 degree weather. Luckily its high time that Galveston take some ate drivers it is sometimes dangerous jump the small curb to pass the group Jeff over at Island Bicycle was in and initiative in protecting its citizens and to ride a bike in Galveston. I myself by riding through the parking lanes. had my bike back in working order in visitors alike by installing biking only have been the victim of one or more The first man made it and was nearly a day, although the little degenerates lanes for those of us who depend on of these types of drivers, yes that is a hit by a car pulling into the parking who “got” me cost me the price of the our bikes for a multitude of things. crosswalk you are blocking buddy! At lane, the other fell trying to negotiate repairs and robbed me of an otherwise times just crossing Seawall Boulevard the curb and hurt himself badly. Just lovely day. After telling this story to Questions or Comments? can be a very dangerous thing to do. another example of the tribulations a couple of others I learned that I was [email protected] Something Hit Close to Home?

Let us showcase your viewpoints on things important to you. What have you learned in your travels? What do you see? Poetry, artwork, and illustrations welcome. .pdf’s are best .doc is best .jpg’s are good .txt /email is good Become a member of the Galveston Wizard’s Staff. Discover things about your world and yourself. Get a piece of the pie for every one you help bake. Email us at thewiz@galvestonwizard.com or call us at 409.354.6641 “Don’t be so concerned about keeping and hoarding your money, skills, wisdom or insights...Helping others directly by spending your time and energy wisely sets in motion a positive cosmic karma butterfly effect. There’s only one way to find out.” www.galvestonwizard.com Luck & Load 31 Continuing On Down the Trail. Old Cellar Bar (OCB) The Galveston Pub Trail is essential- ly a group of bars offering thirsty patrons a 2015 Postoffice St. wide range of atmospheres to kick back and Galveston, TX 77550 speak easy (or not). Each bar holds it’s own (409)763-4477 weight, but in different categories. In our previous volume, we talked of Busker’s Sports Bar, with it’s specials such as $5 Pitchers and Beer Pong on Wednesday. Molly’s Pub Olympic and Sports Fans should race to Bus- kers like Michael Phelps swims towards the 2013 Postoffice St. gold. Galveston, TX 77550 The Next two stops on our Trail were (409)763-4466 Old Cellar Bar and Molly’s, two distinct bars, each with their own personalities and styles, linked together near the back like Siamese twins. Nothing can stop the bargoer from en- joying thier time at these two places, except Check out the individual themselves. Next on Galves- their monthly ton’s Pub Trail? Where nearby can one grab beer specials! a Le French Dip and Jalapeno chips at this late hour? We wonder if Lindsay’s working...

Rumor has it that- Thursdays some guests even set up PS2 Guitar Hero Big Ass Beer Night Bobbie works days at Molly’s. She can serve or Madden on Sun- 23 oz draft beer. you one of more than 60 beers on tap. You’ll be days...sounds fun! $2.50 domestic, $3.50 most imports Every Wed the one with tears on tap, however, if you chal- lenge her at chess or uno. She’s working on a “Draft Sampler” concept to be pitched soon. $2.50 U-Call-It! You’ll be a draft connoisseur in no time. Look what happened when we left our camera unattended with bartenders Ashley and Arlessa! We’ll never do THAT again!... wait, yes we will. Outgoing bartenders and friendly ser- Old Cellar Bar has pool tables. Throw vice. “How are you down some quarters and rack ‘em doing?” asks Danny up. Also, free steel tip dart usage to politely and uninva- patrons with good aim at Molly’s sively at OCB. next door. *Find detailed information on all Galveston Pub Trail Offerings at Galveston.com GBE PERFORMANCE AUTOMOTIVE Serving Galveston Since 1921 3502 Broadway • 409.762.7551 Steps SUMMER A/C CHECK Grilles 00 + Chemicals HitchesHittccchheess $39 Visors/BugVissoorrsss//Bugug DDeDeflectorseeflfleeccctttorstoors STATE INSPECTIONS Power Programmers Mon-Fri 9-5 TonneauTononneeaeauau CCoversovveerersersr Bumpers Emission Repair Facility. ToolboxesToooolbooxoxexexesxeess Up to $600 in free emission repair for those who qualify. SPECIAL PRICING ON ALL TRUCK/AUTO ACCESSORIES. 3232 LuckLuck & LoadLoad G’Wiz:GG’WWizz: GalvestonGaallvesttonn WizardWiizzaard 11th Annual Downtown Lofts Tour Date: October 4-5, 2008 Time: Noon-6p.m. Location: Historic Downtown District Ticket Price: Advance tickets $15.00; Day of event $20.00 For more information: 409-763-7080

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ArtWalk is Galveston’s free evening in celebration of the visual arts. Galleries, restaurants and other businesses open their doors Calendar of Events to host artists from all over the world and welcome visitors. For a Complete List of events visit: www.galveston.com or Call: 888-GAL-ISLE Oktoberfest Date: October 25, 2008 Time: 10a.m.-6p.m. Ghosts of Galveston Ticket Price: Free Admission Date: October 1st - 31st Location: First Evangelical Lutheran Church, 2415 Ave G. Time : 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. For more information: 409-762-8477 Location: Ashton Villa House Museum 2328 Broadway Admisson: $7 for adults, $6 for students This fun, family festival tradition will feature For more information: http://www.galveston.com/ashton- authentic German food and beverage, live entertainment, villa 409-762-2475 quality arts, craft and gift booths; games, auction, children’s activities, and much more. Admission is free. “Are We Haunted?” Special October Tours at Ashton Villa highlight legends and ARToberFEST ghost stories of the mansion. Date: October 25-26, 2008 Time: Saturday: 10a.m.-6p.m.; Sunday: 10a.m. to 5p.m Movie Nite on the Strand Location: 21st and 23rd and Postofﬁce Street Admission: $3.00 for Adults; Children 12 and under FREE Date: October 4, 2008 For more information: www.artoberfest.com Time: 7:30 p.m.

Ticket Price: Free Description: Galveston’s premier art event! The Island’s For more information: www.galveston.com hospitality and the relaxed atmosphere provide a beautiful setting in which to enjoy the wide variety of original art in

Options for date night or an evening with friends just increased for all media. residents and visitors to Galveston Island. Downtown visitors can now enjoy monthly Movies on The Strand at just after sunset. This Lone Star Motorcycle Rally evening’s movie will be Psycho. Date: October 30 – November 2, 2008 Art in the Park Location: Historic Downtown District For more information: www.lonestarrally.com Date: October 4, 2008 281-597-8800 Time: 10a.m.-6p.m Location: Saengerfest Park (23rd Street and The Strand) Description: Come down to Galveston Island as more than 400,000 motorcyclists descend on Galveston for a weekend Art in the Park is an open air market event on the Strand. It is held of showcasing some of the ﬁnest machines known to man. on the ﬁrst Saturday of the month from March through October. This year’s theme is Pirates and Halloween.

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