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CYPRESS PARK May 2016 CYPRESS VOLUME 2 ISSUE 5 parkTHE OFFICIAL NEWSLETTER OF CYPRESS PARK

WHY CELEBRATE MAY DAY On May 1, 1886, more than 300,000 workers in 13,000 businesses across the United States walked off their jobs in the first May Day celebration in history. In Chicago, the headquarters for the 8-hour day Just For You, advocates, 40,000 went out on strike with the rebels in the forefront of the public's eye. Today it is known as International Worker’s Day. The sacrifices of those who protested and fought cannot be buried or forgotten. Why? Mom 1) People were shot so we could have the 8 hour work day. 2) Homes with families in them were burnt to the ground and destroyed so we could enjoy Saturday as part of the weekend. 3) People fought for the rights and conveniences we enjoy today. 4) Young victims of child labor as young as 8 years old marched in the streets were beaten by policemen as they protested against working conditions. 5) We’ve achieved some progress but there is much more improvements needed. CINCO DE MAYO There have been many misconceptions about Cinco de Mayo or the fifth of May, the biggest being that it commemorates Mexico’s Independence Day. September 16th is when that holiday is celebrated and it was declared more than 50 years before the battle. My Mom Evelyn is 81 years old and she bore eight children, two Cinco de Mayo commemorates the Mexican Army victory over of which died very young. During my upbringing she always gave France at La Batalla de Puebla which happened on May 5, 1862. me words of wisdom. In America, it has been turned into a holiday of drinking much She planted the seeds that I base my life on, and her prayers have like St. Patrick’s Day. Most Mexicans and Latinos don’t celebrate it. always followed me and clung to me. They have helped me to learn But big celebrations are held in Los Angeles, Chicago, and Houston. how to pray for others and most of all believe that I can achieve. It is not a federal holiday so business goes on as usual. She taught me that you cannot judge the way another person is In Mexico, the holiday is called El Dia de la Batalla de Puebla (The raising their kid. Everybody is doing the best they can. Day of the Battle of Puebla.) In the city of Puebla they do a great job I thank my Mom daily for how she had to think twice, once for in keeping the history alive. There is a battle re-enactment, a parade, herself and once for every child. How she held her children hands tons of fireworks, traditional Mexican food is served or sold, and for a short while and their hearts forever. mariachi music performances. It’s often been stated that being a full time mother is one of the It’s a fun holiday, celebrating the Mexican way of life than about highest salaried jobs since the payment is pure love. I can never remembering a battle which happened more than150 years ago. The repay my Mom for all that she has done and will continue to do in colors of the Mexican flag green for hope and independence, white my life. I’ll just keep calling often and reminding her how much I for purity and religion, and red for Spain and victory summarize it appreciate and love her. perfectly.

Copyright © 2016 Peel, Inc. Cypress Park - May 2016 1 CYPRESS PARK IMPORTANT NUMBERS EMERGENCY NUMBERS EMERGENCY...... 911 Fire/Ambulance...... 911 MAJESTIC EMERALD Officer...... 911 Emerald the birthstone for May has many symbolic meanings as Poison Control...... 800-222-1222 followed: Cy-Fair Medical Clinic (24 Hour...... 281-890-4285 Sheriff Non-emergency...... 281-463-2648 • It symbolizes rebirth and is believed to grant foresight, good fortune, and youth. NON-EMERGENCY NUMBERS • It ensures physical, emotional and mental equilibrium, ushering Emergency Roadside Assistance...... 800-525-5555 harmony to all areas of life. Fire/Ambulance...... 713-466-4073 • It brings loyalty and produces domestic happiness. Harris County Precinct 4...... 281-376-3472 • It strengthens memory and is known as the “stone of successful Texas No Call List Registration...... 866-TXN-OCAL love.” Vacation Watch...... 281-401-6200 • It treats confusions of the heart, lungs, spine and muscular system. • It assists in recovery after infectious illness. SCHOOLS Bus Information...... 281-897-4380 • It helps sinuses and improving vision. Ault Elementary School...... 281-373-2800 • It yields positive actions, eliminating negativity. Keith Elementary School...... 281-213-1744 • It has detoxifying effects on the liver and alleviates diabetes and Swenke Elementary School...... 281-213-1200 rheumatism. Rosehill Christian School...... 281-351-8114 • It enhances the ability to enjoy life to the fullest. Cy-Fair Administration...... 281-897-4000 Cy-Ranch High School...... 281-373-2300 Cy-Woods High School...... 281-213-1800 Salyards Middle School...... 281-373-2400 Spillane Middle School...... 281-213-1645

UTILITY NUMBERS Eagle Water Management, Inc...... 281-373-8989 Centerpoint (Gas...... 713-659-2111 Reliant Energy (Electricity...... 713-207-7777

OTHER NUMBERS AT&T Repair Center...... 800-246-8464 Street Light Outages (Need to provide the 6 digit pole number).....713-207-2222 Harris County Animal Control...... 832-999-3191 Best Trash (They provide free trashcan for recyclables) ...... 281-313-2378 Harris County Public Library...... 281-290-3210 Post Office...... 281-858-9021

HOA MEMBER LISTING Charles Villafana, President...... [email protected] Mike Rostvold (Unknown)...... [email protected] Kurt Weisinger, Secretary/Treasurer..... [email protected]

CREST MANAGEMENT COMPANY Liz Pettit-Community Manager...... 281-945-4617 Ashley Howard- Assistant Manager...... 281-945-4612 NEWSLETTER INFO PUBLISHER Peel, Inc...... 888-687-6444 Advertising...... [email protected]

2 Cypress Park - May 2016 Copyright © 2016 Peel, Inc. CYPRESS PARK MAY OBSERVANCES International Worker's Day - May 1 World Hypertension Day - May 17 May Day - May 1 Malcolm X Day - May 19 Childhood Depression Awareness Day - May (First World Autoimmune Arthritis Day - May 20 Tuesday in May) Memorial Day – May 30 National Teachers Day - May 3 (First Tuesday of the Arthritis Awareness Month First Full Week in May) Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage National Day to Prevent Teen and Unplanned Month Pregnancy - May 4 Asthma Awareness Month Occupational Safety & Health Day - May 4 (Wednesday of the First Full Week of May) Clean Air Month Star Wars Day - May 4 Haitian Heritage Month Childhood Stroke Awareness Day - May 5 Jewish American Heritage Month Cinco de Mayo - May 5 National Military Appreciation Month Mother’s Day – May 8 Women's Health Care Month World Lupus Day - May 10

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Copyright © 2016 Peel, Inc. Cypress Park - May 2016 3 CYPRESS PARK JUST DO IT! I’ve noticed and you also that we have several dwellings up for sale and have been sold. Do you wonder why this is happening? It’s a no brainer when it is due to change in a job, increase in family, Farewell separation or divorce or another life changing event. When I was chosen to head up the Community We know that a pleasant community appearance adds to home Newsletter I had very little experience however, my values, help attract business investment, keeps residents, and improves historical researching, legal, and insurance underwriting the overall neighborhood reputation. It also leads to better behaviors. backgrounds helped me considerably. But when you walk or ride around Cypress Park you can still see I’m so grateful beyond words that you have allowed trash placed improperly in bags instead of trash cans, some yards me the opportunity to start the Community Newsletter not maintained, and cars parked improperly. We need to take part and be the editor. I thank Andrea, Jessica, all those who in promoting the idea of beautifying our community. contributed to articles and most of all to my wonderful Let’s begin by picking up trash when we see it; follow the rules husband, Claude who has been with me through thick posted at the Kiddie Park regarding no alcoholic beverages and place and thin. your trash in a plastic bag on the street for pick up; and contact Whomever replaces me, I hope you will give them Cypress MUD Hill #1 for maintaining the property quarterly behind support and encouragement. Let’s keep the newsletter up Paxton Landing. and running. Don’t complain! Just Do It! Priscilla Akamafula

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