Being Texan
May 31, 1984
Last Respects
The death of Uncle Henry saddened my whole far-flung family, but the gathering at his funeral was an occasion for telling stories and recalling the joys of a small-town upbringing.
Family
Being Texan
June 1, 1983
It’s Just Another Day
Kids, house, husband—these are the natural enemies of a well-ordered day.
Being Texan
June 1, 1983
For Names’ Sake
Life is tough all over, but especially for Juniors.
Being Texan
May 31, 1982
Growing Up Fast
Every parent with a teenage kid knows the fears: drinking, drugs, and rebellion. For the Cartwrights, those fears all came true.
Being Texan
March 1, 1982
The Very Rich Life of Enrico di Portanova
Hugh Roy Cullen found the oil and made one of Houston’s great fortunes; now his grandson is spending his inheritance like there is no tomorrow, and suing for more.
News & Politics
February 1, 1982
Waiting for Mommy
If you leave your child at a day care center, you are hardly unique. If you know what your child does there all day, you are indeed unique.
Business
December 1, 1981
Let’s Get Serious About Toys
They used to be virtuous and wooden and they were good. Now they’re commercial and plastic and they’re great.
Politics & Policy
September 1, 1980
The $38,000 a Year, Wife and Two Kids, House and a Pool Blues
Is inflation deflating your standard of living? You are not alone.
Being Texan
March 1, 1980
An American Family
Pedro Martínez, with only his Mexican heritage, a determination to work hard, and a desire for a better life, brought his family across the Rio Grande to fine a home in a new land.
Being Texan
March 1, 1979
Sisters
An album of female kinship.
Health
November 1, 1978
Old Folks at Home
We will all grow old; but, as Maurice Chevalier says, “That’s not so bad when you consider the alternative.”
Being Texan
April 30, 1977
Eat, Eat, It’s Good For You
Meet five famous Texans who still listen to Mother.
Being Texan
April 30, 1977
Unfinished Women
In which our author hints that Texas men are in for a rude awakening.
Being Texan
April 30, 1977
The Endless Odyssey of Patrick Henry Polk
Forget all those myths about poverty and welfare. This family is real and they live it.
News & Politics
January 1, 1977
Howard Hughes Lives!
In pursuit of the elusive billionaire’s final mystery: who’ll get his money?
Politics & Policy
January 1, 1976
Bringing Up Lyndon
First the boy made the man—then the man re-made the boy.
Being Texan
May 31, 1975
Retreat from Liberation
A different sort of women’s movement has this basic belief: give in and ye shall receive.
News & Politics
March 31, 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.
News & Politics
January 31, 1974
Getting Out
Securing the Perfect Babysitter isn't always possible, but there are some alternatives.
Travel & Outdoors
January 1, 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.