October 2004
Table of Contents
Features
Conventional WisdomThis summer, Texas Democrats and Republicans traveled to Boston and New York to cheer and jeer alongside their party brethren. And we have the pictures to prove it. A Texas Survival KitWhat to do if you're bitten by fire ants, lost in the wilderness, sprayed by a skunk, attacked by a shark, stuck in a lightning storm, swept away by a riptide, or caught in any of eleven other worst-case scenarios. Continental RiftAs U.S. ambassador to Mexico, Tony Garza was supposed to be the right man in the right job at the right time—someone who would promote a new era of cooperation between the two countries. If only external events hadn't intervened. |
I Hate School!Of course I want to help my son get a decent education. But the demands placed on parents these days are almost too much to bear—which is why I'm in danger of flunking my life. Good VibrationsHow a woman who sold sex toys in Burleson became public enemy number one and survived the bad buzz. Where to Stay Now 2004Ten Texas hotels I can recommend without reservations, plus the state's best rooftop pool, outdoor bar, and more. |
Columns
Gary CartwrightArlington's TeamWhy isn't the new Dallas Cowboys stadium going to be in, er, Dallas? Blame the collision of an irresistible force (Jerry Jones) with an immovable object (Laura Miller). Michael EnnisThe Cowboy MythThe idea that U.S. policy bears an indelible made-in- Texas stamp is a rare point of bipartisan consensus. But there's nothing inherently Texan about the president's leadership style. Karen OlssonParty CrashersIf we had more than two big-time candidates, maybe we could have a genuine presidential race in every state. Even Texas. |
Reporter
Book ReviewIn a Dark HouseBook ReviewScared MoneyBook ReviewFifty Years of the Texas ObserverMusic ReviewMotionMusic ReviewLife of the Party |
Music ReviewTimelessReporterState of EmergencyAs more and more children fall off the health-insurance rolls, chaos reigns at Children's Medical Center Dallas, which used to have the best pediatric ER in Texas, and the quality of care for everyone suffers. |
The Filter
Pat’s PickGeorge |
Pat’s PickEating Around |
Miscellany
Texas Monthly TalksMike Judge"You can't make all of TV and movies kid-safe. If you do, we're all going to be watching the Care Bears. I think there should be things that are just for adults." |
Web Exclusives
Happy TrailsOn a recent trip to Waco, I discovered that this Central Texas town isn't anything like I thought it would be. It was better. I Will SurviveSenior editor Anne Dingus, who wrote this month's cover story, "A Texas Survival Kit," talks about Skunk Shampoo and the best way to deal with almost any worst-case scenario. Case by CaseWhat to do in ten more worst-case scenarios, from getting bitten by a brown recluse to getting caught in a dust storm. Love Thy NeighborWriter-at-large Cecilia Balli on U.S. ambassador to Mexico Tony Garza and the two countries' post-9/11 relationship. The NaturalArtist Brad Holland, who illustrated this month's cover story, "A Texas Survival Kit," talks about inspiration and tornados. Flour PowerBill Crawford, who wrote a book about former Texas governor W. Lee "Pappy" O'Daniel, talks about flour, campaigning, and the mass media. Coming OutThe night I made my debut into society was the most wonderful night of my life. |
High and MightyEvery once in a while, when I come across something so outrageous, so over-the-top—like Grapevine's new Gaylord Texan Resort and Convention Center—I can't help myself. I just have to be snotty. Party TimePlaton, who took the images for this month's photo feature, "Conventional Wisdom," talks about being at the Republican and Democratic national conventions, capturing the chaos, and getting arrested. Sleeping AroundWriter-at-large Suzy Banks on what she likes best about staying in a hotel. Texas History 101Nominating presidential candidates in Texas seems like conventional wisdom for Republicans, but so far it's happened only twice. Mrs. FeelgoodExecutive editor Skip Hollandsworth on getting Burleson's Joanne Webb to talk about her sex-toy business. Texas TidbitsFour notable stadiums in Texas have hosted professional football over the years. |
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