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Style
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A n E x c l u s i v e M a g a z i n e f o r t h e r e s i d e n t s o f S w e e t wat e r
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The time is flying by and before long school will be out and we section and Madison Weaver, a Senior at Clements, in our Kids
will all be basking in the summer heat. 2 Kids section. Be sure to also check out the yummy Resident Door
Recipe, Yard of the Month, Homes of Distinction, and our 4522 Highway 6, Sugar Land, TX 77478 Prizes &
(HWY 6 & Austin PKWY) UPCOMING FUNDRAISING
wonderful Volunteer of the Month article that highlights Fort Raffles
This issue is jam-packed with great stories about you and your FASHION SHOW! !
Bend Women’s Center and resident volunteer, Cassie Oppman.
281-242-1033
neighbors, the residents of Sweetwater. The Szeto family graces designerexchange@hotmail.com Join us for our Spring Fundraising Fashion Show!
March 24, 2012 | 2:00 - 6:00 PM
our front cover, and you can learn more about them in our Fam- www.dxresale.com
Proceeds to benefit Reagan Leigh Guidry, the United Mitochondrial Disease Foundation,
ily Spotlight article. We are excited to feature Will Hardee and Also, please tell our Sponsors you saw their ad in Sweetwater Store Hours: and our Non-Profit partner, Blooming Butterflies, Inc. Live Butterfly Weed plants will be for
Style when you utilize their services. The businesses advertising Mon-Wed 10AM-6PM Thurs-Sat 10AM-7PM sale! All proceeds will benefit the non-profit organization.
in this magazine pay for the cost to print and mail the magazine
each month. So, please let them know you see their ad in Sweet-
water Style every month and that you appreciate their sponsor-
ship. This month’s Sponsor of the Month is Spectrum Nails &
Salon, and some sponsors even have a special offer for Sweetwa-
ter residents in our coupon section – check it out!
Finally, don’t forget to visit our website each month at www.
n2houston.com to see the latest issue before it hits mailboxes!
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5. Family
8 NeighborhoodNews Sweetwater Style March March Sweetwater Style NeighborhoodNews 9
spotlight
Hanging out at the Country Club Day trip at the Houston Zoo
The Szeto Family, portrait by Gittings
To have your family featured on the front cover and in our Family Spotlight section, please email melissa.trent@n2pub.com.
Meet your neighbors, the Szeto family - Dr. Jeremy As a family, the Szetos have many favorites. Their favorite Brothers playing in their front yard
and his wife, Jamie, and their two sons, 4-year- old Jaden and restaurants are BJ’s Restaurant, Old Place Café, Jason’s Deli,
   Jacob who is almost 2. They have lived on Du Pont Circle in and New York Pizzeria. If mom and dad dine out without the
  Sweetwater four years and say they love the safe environment it kids some of their favorite spots are Masraff ’s, Americas, and
    provides their family, their great neighbors, and the wonderful Tony’s. Their favorite teams are USC, Texans, and the Rockets.
schools. Dr. Jeremy grew up in Sweetwater and his parents, Kin They also enjoy watching Star Wars movies and old cartoons
and Grace Szeto, are still residents, living just 1 mile from them. like Transformers, Wolverine, and the X-Men. When asked
Jamie is originally from South Pasadena, CA. what their favorite family dinner is Jamie promptly responded,
281-265-4844 • Fax: 281-265-8686
“Whatever the boys (Dad & the kids) will eat”!
rchs1@hotmail.com • www.rchobbyshop.com
Graduating from New York University, Dr. Jeremy is a private
Business Hours: practice physician with his father, Kin Szeto. Jamie graduated from The Szetos also enjoy their family traditions, and this past Thanks-
Monday-Friday, 10 AM – 6 PM giving was their first annual pajama Thanksgiving. They all loved
Saturday 10 AM – 5 PM
University of Southern California and is a physician assistant for
Sunday Noon – 5 PM Head and Neck Surgery at MD Anderson Cancer Center in Sugar having turkey dinner in their PJs! Another favorite family tradition
Land. Jamie’s roots are still out west, and the family enjoys visiting is vacationing to beach resorts, and they are currently planning their
Moving soon
to a new location! her family regularly and soaking up the California sun. next vacation to somewhere in the Bahamas or the Pacific Islands.
206 Brand Lane Stafford,
TX 77477
2 on site RC car race
The Szetos are always on the go and participate in many activi-
tracks in our new ties and hobbies. As a family they enjoy watching movies and
Stafford location!
going to the playground. A couple of their favorite hangout
spots are Colony Bend Playground and First Colony mushroom
pool. Dr. Jeremy enjoys traveling, sports, and Brazilian jiu-jitsu.
Jamie also enjoys traveling, as well as reading, trying new foods,
and outdoor activities. Like his dad, Jaden enjoys Brazilian jiu-
jitsu, and he likes gymnastics. Little brother, Jacob, enjoys any
activity his big brother is doing.
Jaden & Jacob at the Sweetwater Country Club

6. 10 Sweetwater Style March March Sweetwater Style NeighborhoodNews 11
Resident Recipe Submitted by Resident, Susan G.
Sausage Breakfast Casserole
This recipe originally came from a Jimmy Dean ad. It is a great dish
for brunch gatherings. You can even make it the night before and
just put in the oven for an hour right before you serve it.
Ingredients
1 lb of Italian pork sausage, (then cooked, drained, crumbled)
4 ½ cups cubed day old bread
To have your favorite recipe featured in our Resident Recipe
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese section, please email melissa.trent@n2pub.com.
10 eggs slightly beaten
4 cups whole milk
1 tsp dry mustard
1 tsp salt
¼ tsp onion powder
Fresh ground pepper to taste
½ cup sliced mushrooms (optional)
½ cup peeled, chopped tomatoes (optional)
½ cup green chilies (optional)
Preheat oven to 325 degrees F. Heat a skillet on medium high.
Break up the sausage into chunks and cook, working in batches
if need be, until browned all around. Make sure the chunks of
sausage have some space around them or your meat will steam
and not brown. Remove the cooked sausage from the pan and let
sit on paper towels on top of a plate. Crumble into smaller pieces.
Place bread in a well buttered 9X13 inch baking pan and sprin-
kle with cheese. Combine the eggs, milk, dry mustard, onion
powder and pepper. Pour evenly over the bread and cheese.
Sprinkle sausage and optional ingredients over the top.
At this stage you can cover and chill overnight, if you want to
prepare ahead. If not, let sit for 10 minutes before putting in
Scan the QR code for a the oven. Bake uncovered for about one hour. Tent with foil if
direct link to our website. top begins to brown too quickly.

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Electrical Problems? Remodeling? Call the Experts at
BUSINESS beat
Will Hardee, Senior Vice President of Hardee Investment Group
Resident H.H. “Will” Hardee and his wife, Lena, have lived in Section 8 of
Sweetwater since 2002. Will and Lena have been married for 33 years and have two
children. Their son, Billy, recently graduated from Texas Lutheran University with a kinesi-
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9. 16 NeighborhoodNews Sweetwater Style March March Sweetwater Style NeighborhoodNews 17
Madison Weaver
Shaking hands with Congressman, Pete Olson Serving a tasty beverage at work Just hangin’ out!
with Congressman Olsen and the other council members on On a more personal side, Madison lives in the Commonwealth
key issues like the debt ceiling, reviewing the pros and cons of section of Sweetwater with his parents, sister Morgan, 15, and
this highly charged issue. Madison also actively worked on the brother Matthew, 11, and his Australian Shepard, Molly. He
election campaign for Sonal Bhutchar, who ran for a seat in the loves to cook and plan his next adventure. His favorite foods
Texas State Legislature from District 26. Madison spent almost include Italian and Chinese food, and he could practically live
6 months, working 15 hours a week, going door-to-door and off of Mexican food. Madison and his family are fairly recent
Madison jet skiing with Morgan & Matthew Madison working the register at Starbucks attending ‘meet and greet’ events for Ms. Bhutchar. From this additions to our community, having moved here from Santa
he gained invaluable experience in the campaign process. Barbara, California in 2009. In Santa Barbara Madison attend-
2
ed Dos Pueblos High School, the same high school that Katy
Along with school and his active political life Madison also finds Perry attended! He loves the Harry Potter movie series and lis-
kids kids
time to work a part time job. He works as a barista for Starbucks, tens to favorite music groups Coldplay, Maroon 5, Chris Tom-
preparing quality beverages with a personal touch! While this lin, One Republic and of course, Katy Perry! In his free time he
job aids in Madison’s financial independence, it mostly gives him likes to hang out at the Galleria and Star Cinema Grill.
By Eileen Scamardo invaluable experience. Madison would like to get a business man-
GUITAR • PIANO • VOICE • VIOLIN agement degree and would use it to climb the Starbuck’s corporate To have your kid featured in our Kids 2 Kids section, please email
PIANO PREP ladder! He hopes to one day move to Seattle to pursue this dream. melissa.trent@n2pub.com.
Music Theater Camp coming this summer!
Call now for information. Meet Madison Weaver, an active and involved member of our
College Trained and Degreed Teachers community. A senior at Clements High School, Madison is
jewel
hidden
Conveniently located just off the Grand Parkway active in many organizations at school including National Hon-
20333 Southwest Freeway • Sugar Land, Texas 77479 ors Society, Spanish National Honors Society and the Young
Conservatives Club, an organization he helped to co-found. He
281-545-1400 has also helped with Peer Tutoring, ran track his sophomore
www.BachToRock.com year, and has been awarded the AP Scholar Award for master-
ing 3 or more AP exams.
G
C Outside of school Madison is highly involved in the local Hidden Jewel is a picture of something that’s visible to everyone as they
political scene. He is a member of the Mayor’s Youth Advisory walk or drive up and down the streets of Sweetwater. If you think you
Council in Sugar Land, a select group of 36 advisors to the know where this month’s Hidden Jewel is, email your answer with the
Mayor of Sugar Land. These students help the mayor come up exact location of where you can find the subject of this month’s image to
with solutions to local issues. He is also a member of the Con- melissa.trent@n2pub.com. There will be a drawing from all the correct
gressional Youth Advisory Council, which is a select group of 45 answers to determine a winner who will receive a prize from one of our
advisors to Congressman Pete Olsen from the 22nd District of sponsors. The winner will be announced in the May issue of Sweetwater
Where in Sweetwater can you find this? Email melissa.trent@n2pub.com
Texas. Within this group he gets to participate in discussions with your answer and you could be our next winner! Style. So get to know your neighborhood and find the “Hidden Jewel”.

10. 18 Sweetwater Style March March Sweetwater Style 19
W H ET H ER IT ’ S A N I S LA N D OR R ET REAT …
Sponsor of the month
…we can Design and Build it for you!
Spectrum Nails & Salon
Photos by Eileen Scamardo IF YOU ’ RE TOUCHING UP A ROOM OR GIVING IT A WHOLE NEW LOOK , WE HAVE EVERYTHING YOU
Chi Hoang, owner of Spectrum Nails & Salon NEED TO REM ODEL YOUR BATHROOM & KITCHEN . I T’ S OUR J OB , BUT WE NEVER FORGET IT ’ S YOUR HOME .
W hen I met with the owner of
Spectrum Nails & Salon, Chi
Hoang, I knew right away that she ran
C ALL TODAY AND WE ’ LL M AKE YOUR REMODELING
DREAMS COME TRUE !
a top-notch salon. Originally located 281-242-2112 | WWW . D R EAMMAK ERHOUSTON . C OM
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rent location on Highway 6 in Missouri
City is stunning with two double-sided
waterfalls, elegant décor, and comfy spa
chairs to relax in. Spectrum has been Bella Custom
Cabinetry
open for 19 years and currently employs
14 technicians. All of the staff has expe- in Fort Bend 2000, by Fort Bend Cham- good at it. People just keep coming back
Get Comfortable!
rience and receives ongoing training, and ber of Commerce. They also offer a wide because they like our service.”
just about every time you visit, you will variety of services including: nail care, nail
be greeted by Chi herself. enhancements, facial treatments, waxing, If you are looking for a great nail salon,
tinting, and more. When I asked Chi check out Spectrum Nails & Salon. They
Not only is Spectrum a beautiful salon
with experienced staff, it has also won
what made her go into this business and
why she has lasted so long she replied, “I
are conveniently located in Missouri City
at 5011 Highway 6 South, #105. For more
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SS: What organization benefits from Boogie 2012? PennyWise Resale Centers – PennyWise Resale Centers
Cassie: Fort Bend Women’s Center in Richmond, Stafford and Houston (Mission Bend) provide
clients with free clothing, furniture and other items necessary
SS: Tell us more about Fort Bend Women’s Center, what is their to support independent living. The stores also sell reduced-price
mission? merchandise to the public with all proceeds supporting the
Cassie: We assist survivors of domestic violence and sexual programs and services offered by the Women’s Center. Penny-
assault and their children to achieve safety and self-sufficiency, Wise stores accept donations of gently used men’s, women’s and
Boogie Cake! Boogie 2012 Kick-off Reception while striving to prevent violence against women. children’s clothing; electronics; sports equipment; furniture and
household goods. To arrange pick-up for large items, donors can
SS: How long has the Women’s Center been in existence? call 281-344-5770.
Volunteer
SS: Tell us about Boogie 2012? Cassie: Starting only with a crisis hotline, the Fort Bend
Cassie: Classic Chevrolet Sugar County Women’s Center has been serving Fort Bend and sur- Volunteer - After completing a training course, volunteers
Land and the Fort Bend County rounding counties since 1980. With over 35,000 women, children can assist the Women’s Center staff with: The Crisis Hotline,
and some men having been served, the FBCWC is proud to Children’s Services, Speakers’ Bureau, Special Events, Admin-
of the M onth Women’s Center invite you to
be the primary advocate for survivors of domestic violence and istration, Teaching and Tutoring, Personal accompaniment, or
“See the USA in Your Classic
Chevrolet” at the Women’s Cen- sexual assault in our region. We will continue to acknowledge our Working at PennyWise Resale Centers.
Cassie Oppman – ter’s annual 50’s and 60’s bash, Boogie 2012! Get your engines heritage and to nurture and fulfill our mission for years to come.
Boogie 2012 benefiting Fort Bend Women’s Center revving because this year is guaranteed to be the best yet! (We SS: How can supporters contact the Women’s Center?
know we say that every year. Have we ever let you down?) This SS: What types of tasks does Fort Bend Women’s Center perform? Cassie: Fort Bend County Women’s Center
Recently, Sweetwater Style had the opportunity to interview Cassie: The Women’s Center provides a 24-hour hotline, PO Box 183
year’s event will be held at the Stafford Centre on Saturday,
Sweetwater resident, Cassie Oppman, about her involvement emergency shelter, rape crisis services, food, clothing, emer- Richmond, TX 77406
March 31, from 6:30 to 11:30 p.m.
with Boogie 2012 and the Fort Bend Women’s Center. gency and basic medical services, counseling, transportation, mail@fortbendwomenscenter.org
Emcee Anthony Yanez of KPRC Channel 2 will lead us on a case management, legal accompaniment and advocacy, children’s 281-344-5750
road trip back in time to the days of poodle skirts, leather jack- programs, learning resources, computer training, job readiness, 24-Hour Crisis Hotline: 281-342-HELP (4357)
ets, classic Chevys and white picket fences. Attendees will enjoy: financial management, parenting and self-esteem workshops,
community outreach, and education.
. Getting down to the sounds of the 50’s, 60’s and 70’s with Rotel
SS: How can others get involved with this organization?
and the Hot Tomatoes
Cassie: There are three main ways the community can get
. Delicious catered dinner involved.
. Live and silent auctions
. Dance and costume contests Donate – You can donate directly to the Women’s Center
. Sundae station by Rosenberg’s own Another Time Soda Fountain online at www.fortbendwomenscenter.org or attend one of our
four fundraisers: Music Fest, Gillman Charitable Golf Tourna-
SS: How can the community get involved with Boogie 2012? ment, Girlfriends Giggle, and Boogie.
Cassie: The community can get in on the action by becoming
a sponsor, donating to the auctions, and/or placing an advertise-
ment in the program guide. Individual tickets are also available
for $75 each. For more information on any of these opportuni-
ties, please visit www.fortbendwomenscenter.org, email boo-
gie@fortbendwomenscenter.org, or contact Annette Howe at
281.344.5757.
SS: How will the proceeds from Boogie be used?
Cassie: All proceeds raised from Boogie are used to provide
free and confidential emergency shelter, counseling, crisis inter- If you volunteer in the community and would like to feature your organization in
an upcoming issue of Sweetwater Style, email melissa.trent@n2pub.com.
vention, and other supportive services for survivors of domestic
violence and sexual assault and their children.

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Lou-Lou, December Precious Pet
– photo by Eileen Scamardo
Oliver, October Precious Pet
– photo by Eileen Scamardo
pets
precious
A look back at our
first 6 Precious Pets!
Thank you to the wonderful residents that have shared their Precious Pet with us in our first months of publishing this magazine.
We look forward to meeting many more of your dogs, cats, birds, snakes, hamsters, fish, and other critters in our upcoming issues!
Molly, January Precious Pet
– photo by Eileen Scamardo
Abby & Molly, November Precious Pets
– photo by Eileen Scamardo Sammy, February Precious Pet
To have your pet featured in our Precious Pets section, please email
melissa.trent@n2pub.com.