Located on the west side of Houston just outside of the Beltway, the Moore Nature Sanctuary is an easy-to-miss oasis in the middle of the urban jungle. Many families and birders from the Memorial and greater Houston area have discovered this hidden gem.

The Sanctuary hiking and biking trails will keep you and your family busy all day. Be sure to check out the historic log cabin and join the Owl Prowl in the evening.

If you feel like traffic in Houston is out to get you during rush hour, don't fret, at peak times, it's out to get everyone.

Become one step ahead of the citywide hustle by viewing Houston Transtar's Real-Time Traffic Map. This interactive map is an online tool that assists you in planning your route to work, indicating lane closures, accidents and how fast traffic is flowing on the freeways.

The informative traffic website should save you time and help you plan an alternate route.

This week, explore one of Houston's oldest, most unique neighborhoods. The Heights is a diverse, small town neighborhood within the 610 loop that exudes old Houston character. Real estate in the area is still more affordable compared to other affluent areas like River Oaks, and is close to downtown for Houston commuters.

There are many historical landmarks in the Heights district and guided home tours occur at various times of the year, especially during the holidays. Learn more about The Heights as an eclectic neighborhood and its demographics.

Father's Day is quickly approaching (June 15th)!

Need some ideas on what to do for your dad in Houston? Visit the Houston Father's Day guide and learn where to go for brunch, what to shop for and explore the many activities that you can do with your dad during Father's Day weekend.

My pick? Play Golf with Dad
Dust off the clubs and bring dad to Hermann Park Golf Course. Built in 1922, Hermann Park Golf Course is an oak-lined oasis in the heart of Houston, conveniently located in the Texas Medical Center area and also adjacent to Hermann Park. Call 713-526-0077 to reserve your tee time, as the course tends to be crowded in the morning.