Christmas in Houston: A Tale of Two Cities [View All]

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This is an excellent article (and accompanying video) regarding the discrepancy in holiday experiences in Houston this year. It is done (surprisingly) by the local FOX station, which is not to be confused with the idiocy we normally see coming from that corporation. If you have time it is worth it to watch the video, but the article also sums it up pretty well.


Christmas in Houston: The Tale of Two Cities

Thursday, 09 Dec 2010, 10:23 PM CST

HOUSTON - During this holiday season, we are seeing strong images of both ends of the economy right here in Houston.

If you look towards the affluent side of our city, in communities like River Oaks, you’ll find luxury vehicles driving around, looking at some lavish holiday displays.

Many of Houston’s wealthy homeowners aren’t purchasing their decorations at the corner store - they’re turning to the experts for help (and in record numbers).

Other communities and families aren’t so lucky.

30 Percent Increase in Those Who Need Food Assistance

It’s not the kind the store most ten year olds would love. Tucked away in the corner of an older shopping center on the northwest side, a combination thrift shop and food pantry has proven to be a lifesaver for Kim Willey and her little boy.

"I don't think he understands why we don't have TV," Willey said. "Why we don't have game systems. I wish I could give my son what he wanted, but I can't. He asked me the other day, 'why are we poor?' I said ‘because if we weren't poor, we wouldn't need God like we do.’ That's what I told him."

Willey found her way to the food pantry six months ago. Since then, she's gotten a new job, is bringing in money, but still finds it hard to make ends meet.

Much more at the link: http://www.myfoxhouston.com/dpp/news/local/101209-christmas-in-houston-the-tale-of-two-cities