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Prudence Mackintosh

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The Most Perfect, Charming, Elegant, Graceful, Cozy, Genteel, Affluent 2.2 Square Miles in Texas

After thirty years, I still love Highland Park. (September 2003)

Boys Will Be Boys

Why has it taken so long for my sons to get married? Is it the wet towels mildewing on their apartment floors? The pocket change accumulating on every flat surface? Or is it that I've given them a skewed idea of what women expect? (October 2002)

My Heart Belonged to Daddy

My father was a hard-hitting newspaperman, but he was also an old softy. That helps explain why until his death two years ago this month, he and I were members of a mutual admiration society. (June 2002)

Tastemaker of the Century—Helen Corbitt

“She taught us, she fed us, she entertained us, and best of all, she wrote down the how-to of Corbitt hospitality in five cookbooks, giving us confidence that the civilizing pleasures of the table were within our reach.” (December 1999)

Driving Me Crazy

Now that my son is behind the wheel, I can’t decide whether it’s better to ride shotgun or steer clear of him completely. (May 1990)

The Soul of East Texas

Reflections and recollections of life among the shadows of the Piney Woods. (October 1989)

My Favorite Place

What do the city of Lubbock, a defunct restaurant, and a submerged neighborhood have in common? They’re all places in somebody’s heart. (May 1989)

Indulge Yourself This Summer

Indulgences include skydiving, puppet shows, hikes, massages, float trips, entertainment for kids, and blizzards. Blizzards? (June 1973)

Shopping Without a Supermarket: Our Old Fashioned Guide

Unhitch yourself from the grocery cart and shop around. (May 1973)

Columns | Miscellany

A Dog’s Life

My adventures with Mr. Brown. (November 2007)

Twice as Nice

The effortless goodwill of my high school reunion weekend. (October 2007)

Generation Exit

My grandsons aren’t Texans … yet. (September 2007)

Innocents Abroad

You can travel with children. A whole world out there is waiting ... with a smirk. (May 1974)

And Father Makes Three

Daddies can't have babies, but they can sure help their wives. This is a guide to where and how. (April 1974)

Getting Out

Securing the Perfect Babysitter isn't always possible, but there are some alternatives. (February 1974)

Guide for Big-City Kids

Mothers and fathers in Dallas, Fort Worth, and Houston can explore an exciting concept with their children: the city as playground. (January 1974)

Briar Patch

(January 1974)