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Volume 6, Issue 2 February 2008

The Official Newsletter of The Steeplechase Community Improvement Association, Inc. and Steeplechase

2008 Home Owner Association Fees The2008annual assessments areduenow. Everyhomeownershouldhave receivedastatement fromthe respectiveassociation.These fees fund community operationsincluding sheriff’s patrols, streetlights,landscaping, pest control etc. as wellas needed capital improvements in thesubdivision. If you need any additionalinformation please contact our managementcompany,PCMI,at281-870-0585.

Babysitting Co-op Interestedinmeetingotherfamiliesintheneighborhood?Needaplay group for your children? Having trouble finding a babysitter? WantaLadiesNightOut?MeetyourneighborsandmakenewfriendsattheSteeplechaseBabysittingCo-op.Forinfoonournextmeeting,callCandaceat832-237-2773.

Cy-Fair Fire Department A half-century ago a core group of volunteers banded togetherin a effort to keep homes, farms and businesses safe from fire and otheremergenciesinthequietandremoteCy-Faircommunity.Thatspirit is alive and well today with 375 volunteer firefighters working alongside 200 employees to provide fire, rescue and emergency responseservicestomorethan300,000residents. The non-profit Cy-Fair Volunteer Fire Department is now the largest volunteer fire department in the country. It started with one station andasecond-handpumpertruck. Today ithas ladder trucks, tanker trucks, ambulancesandeventhermo-imaging cameras that allow firefighters to see through thick smoke and flames. Firefighters and EMS personnel now respond to almost20,000callsayearfrom11stationsthroughoutthe167-squaremileterritory.TheareacoversneighborhoodssouthwestandnortheastofHighway290betweenClayRoadandtheHarris-WallerCountylines. Afteryearsof relyingondonationsandbilling services,HarrisCounty Emergency Services District No. 9 (ESD#9) was formed to levypropertytaxestoprovidefunding. ESD#9 contracts with Cy-Fair Volunteer Fire Department and provides a $13 million revenue stream through that property tax,whichis$.0591-per-$100propertyvaluation. Gail Schubot, President of the Board of Directors and a volunteer firefighter, said the department relies primarily on that property tax to fundoperations,butdoesreceivedonationsfromthecommunity. Though considered a “combination” fire department – with both volunteer and paid employees – the firefighter duties are largely covered by volunteer staff. A small staff of paid firefighters covers the daytime weekday shift – because many volunteers are at work outofthedistrict.PaidstaffprimarilycoverstheEMSservices. Thedepartmentisalwayslookingforgoodvolunteerstohelpwiththe 24/7 coverage. All new CFVD volunteers train for a minimum of 125 hours over 8-10 weeks before going on emergency runs.Volunteers continue with monthly training sessions. For more informationonvolunteeropportunitiescall281-550-6663orgotowww.cyfairvfd.org. Informationmadeavailable fromCy-FairHoustonChamberofCommerce

Clubhouse Rentals Lookingforaspecialplaceforabirthdayparty,graduationor anniversary reception?The Steeplechase Clubhouse canbe rented out on weekends for private events. Steeplechasehomeowners in good standing (all HOA fees are paid) can rent the clubhouse at reduced rates. For more information, callPhyllisMcFarlandat832-922-8031.

February R.A.D. Classes R.A.D. classes will be held at our community center on February18,19and20from6-10pm.Theserapepreventiondefenseclassesareopentowomenage14andolder.ThisisahighlyacclaimednationalprogramtaughtbyspeciallytrainedHarris County Constables. Women of all ages have benefited fromthiscoursesponsoredbyourSteeplechaseCommunityImprovementAssociation.Formoreinformationandtoregisterfortheclasses,pleasecallJinnieKelleyat832-922-8030.

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STEEPLECHASESteeplechase Board of Directors

ChurchillDean GreenNace Peard

Regina AbruzzeseMable Butler

Bill Kuschmeider

Green-Brook-BridgeAndy Sherbaondy

Wade WnukSarah MoralesMichael Young

If you need to contact a director within your subdivision, please contact PCMI at 281-870-0585 and they will forward your request.

Steeplechase Sanctioned Committees

CobblestoneJudyWeedDuane Jobe

Virginia KelleyDan Carr

Kathy DowlingEmergency.........................................................................................911Sheriff's Dept....................................................................713-221-6000Cy-Fair Fire Dept...............................................................................911Cy-FairHospital................................................................281-890-4285AnimalControl.................................................................281-999-3191Center Point (Street lights)................................................713-207-2222Library...............................................................................281-890-2665Post Office.........................................................................713-937-6827SteeplechaseCommunityCenter................................... 281-469-CLUBDeed Restriction Issues (PCMI).......................................281-870-0585Water/Sewer......................................................................281-240-1300Architectural Control (PCMI)...........................................281-870-0585Trash Pick-up (WCA).......................................................281-368-8397 (Wednesday & Saturday)HarrisCo.Pct.4RoadMaintenance.................................281-353-8424CommunityEvents......................................................... 281-469-CLUBClubhouseRentals: Private Events (Phyllis McFarland).............................832-922-8031 Community Group Events (Jinnie Kelley)..................832-922-8030Traffic Initiative ............................................................... 281-290-2100

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COMMUNITY CENTER CONTACTSCommunity Maintenance ConcernsPCMI..........................................................................281-870-0585Clubhouse Rentals Private Events (Phyllis McFarland)...................... 832-922-8031 Community Groups (Jinnie Kelley).......................832-922-8030Weekday Use of ClubJinnieKelley..............................................................832-922-8030Private Pool PartiesGreaterHoustonPool.................................................713-771-7665Board Member ContactPCMI..........................................................................281-870-0585

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UNITY SUNDAY CELEBRATIONS - 9:00 AM & 11:00 AMExperience Positive, Practical, Progressive Christianity for Today!

You’re invited!Unity Church of North Houston11735 Grant Rd Cypress, TX 77429

Lakewood Forest stoplight between Eldridge & Jones

Rev. Shay looks

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God is Good - All the Time!

We are Bible-based,Culturally Christian,Spiritually Unlimited!

Come experience our growingYouth Program for all ages.

Need prayer support?We are here for you!

Visit ACourse in Miraclesclass; 12 Step meetings;ongoing weekly classes.

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Visit our website or call 281-374-7085for information on classes, speakersand special events.

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Bridges to Wholeness Women’s RetreatApril 4th - 6th

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Cypress Assistance MinistriesVolunteers Needed

11202 Huffmeister281-955-7684

www.cypressassistanceministries.com

IfoneofyourNewYear’s resolutionswas to spendmore timevolunteering in the community, then CAM is the place for you.Volunteers are making a difference in the lives of families in crisis throughout theministry.Opportunitiesforserviceareavailable inAngels’AtticResaleShop,thedonationcenter,andthefoodpantry.By volunteering at CAM, you will experience warm, friendlyfellowshipandthesatisfactionofknowingyouhavehelpedfamiliesinneed.

The CAM Web site, www.cypressassistanceministries.com,featuresothervolunteeropportunities,up-to-dateinformationonourcurrentdonationneedsandadescriptionofallourservices.Formoreinformationortosignupforavolunteertour,contactLisaBassettorKellyThomasat281-955-7684.HoursofoperationareMonday– Wednesday, 10:00 A.M. – 6:00 P.M. and Thursday – Saturday 10:00 A.M. – 3:00 P.M.

Holiday Decorating Contest Winners Thankstoalltheresidentswhosharedtheholidayseasonwiththeirneighborsbydecoratingtheirhomesforalltoenjoy.Congratulationstothefollowingwinners: InChurchill: 1stPlace:10268CrooksWayCt. 2ndPlace:11306CrayfordCt. 3rdPlace:10310SpringlandCt. Cobblestone: 1st Place : 11703 Yorkshire Oaks Dr. 2nd Place: 11710 Yorkshire Oaks Dr. 3rdPlace: 11434W.TravelersWayCr Honorable Mention: 11515 and 11814 Yorkshire Oaks Dr.

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FOUR STAGES OF IMPROVING YOUR TENNIS GAMESubmitted by Fernando M. Velasco

Tennis players, as many other individual sports, need to have“personal”attention inorder to improve theirgames. Inmy35+yearsofcoaching,Ihavebeensuccessfulimprovinggamesofplayerswhohavetrustedmewiththeirgames,usingtheFourStageslistedbelow.Stage One: Consistency Ourmusclesreacttorepetitionofsomethingthatfeelsgoodandnatural.Ifaplayerneedsworkonaparticularstroke,hundredsofballsneedtobegivensotheproductionoftheirstrokelooksthesameregardlessofwheretheballislocated.Consistencyofgrips,footwork,anticipation,pointofcontactandfollow-through,needtobealmost“carbon”copyofeachother.Stage Two: Control Do you know that there are only eight shots that can be executed whenyouhitagroundstroke?Theyare:crosscourt,downtheline,flat, top spin, slice, drop shot, lob and “miss-hits” Once a player reachestheconsistencyofgettingtheballoverthenetandintothecourt,theplayerneedstostartworkingoncontrollingthe“where”and“how”typeofshot.Asplayersadvanceoncontrol,theywillcombinetheseshots,suchas“topspincrosscourt,slicedowntheline,topspinlobs,etc.

Stage Three: Depth Mostplayerswanttohittheballaninchabovethenetheight.Ifplayerslookatmostofthegreatplayers,theywillrealizethatmostoftheshotstheyhitareatleastthreefeetoverthenetandlandbetweentheservicelineandbaselineoftheiropponents.Theballsthatare“skimmed”overthenet,areusuallypassingshotswhentheplayerscomeuptothenet,orgreatwinnersthatonlyaRogerFedereroranAndyRoddickcandowithgreatcontrolandconsistency.Stage Four: Power Once a player feels comfortable with the first three stages, then it istimetocreatePower.Unfortunately,mosttennisplayersbecomeinjuredbygoingtotheFourthStagetooquickintothegameandbecomefrustrated,thusruiningtheirweekendgamesandbeingsoreforanentireweekduetotornmuscles.Powerisgeneratedmostlybygoodtiming,goodfootwork,readingearlywheretheballwillland,andbyplanningtheshotevenbeforetheplayergetstotheball. MostplayersinLeaguelevel2.5to4.0willendupwinningtheirmatches by mastering the first three stages, while the ones going to stageFourtooquick,willbespendingtheirtimewithicepacksandtakingIbuprofenpillsuntil thenextmatchandstart the“vicious”circleagain….

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APPLICATION FOR APPROVAL TO MODIFY HOME OR PROPERTY

ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMITTEE 15995 N. BARKERS LANDING, SUITE 162

HOUSTON, TEXAS 77079 Phone 281-870-0585

Fax 281-504-1381

COMMUNITY:

OWNERS NAME: ______ HOME PHONE:

ADDRESS: ______ WORK PHONE:

CITY: ___ _ ______ ____ ZIP: _ CELL PHONE:________________________

ALTERNATE MAILING ADDRESS: ________

In an effort to protect the homeowner's rights and property values, it is required that any homeowner considering change or addition to their home OR property which would effect the exterior appearance MUST submit their request in writing to the Architectural Review Committee PRIOR to initiating any change or addition. If any change is made that has not been approved, the committee has the right to ask the homeowner to remove the improvement from the property.

PLEASE STATE PROPOSED CHANGE OR ADDITION(S)________________________________________________________________________

A LOT SURVEY OF THE PROPERTY INDICATING THE LOCATION OF THE PROPOSED ADDITION, MODIFICATION ORSTRUCTURE MUST BE ENCLOSED, ALONG WITH SPECIFIC DETAILS OF MATERIALS, COLOR, AND DIMENSIONS,INCLUDING HEIGHT.

YOUR LOT SURVEY SHOULD HAVE BEEN PROVIDED AT YOUR CLOSING. IF A LOT SURVEY CANNOT BE PROVIDED, PLEASE SUBMIT A DETAILED DRAWING OF THE PROPERTY SHOWING THE LOCATION OF THE HOME ANDEASEMENTS. THE PLACEMENT OF THE IMPROVEMENT MUST BE SHOWN INDICATING THE DISTANCE FROM SIDEAND/OR REAR FENCING.

IF THE PROPOSED IMPROVEMENT HAS A ROOF, PLEASE SUBMIT AN ELEVATION DRAWING SHOWING HOW THE STRUCTURE WILL LOOK FROM A SIDE AND REAR VIEW.

NO LOT SURVEY IS REQUIRED FOR PAINTING, STAIN, SIDING OR ROOF REPLACEMENT.

COLOR SAMPLES ARE REQUIRED FOR PAINT, SOLAR SCREENS, ROOFING MATERIAL, BRICK OR SIDING.

MATERIALS TO BE USED: __________________________________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________________________________

DIMENSIONS: HEIGHT ________________ WIDTH ________________ LENGTH ________________

FAILURE TO SUBMIT THE SURVEY AND ALL REQUIRED INFORMATION MAY RESULT IN A DELAYAND/OR AUTOMATIC DISAPPROVAL OF THE APPLICATION.

I understand that the Committee will act on this request as quickly as possible and contact me in writing regarding theirdecision, however, the Committee is allowed from 30 to 45 days to respond. I also understand that in the event construction is not started within six (6) month from the date of approval, then a new application must be submitted. Further, I understandthat it is my responsibility to ensure compliance with all applicable governmental ordinances, codes, permits, etc. affecting such improvement(s). I understand that I am not to begin any improvements until the Committee notifies me of theirdecision.

________________________________________________________ _________________________________________HOMEOWNER’S SIGNATURE CONSTRUCTION START/COMPLETION DATE

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ARC APPLICATION 2008-1.DOC 1/18/2008

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STEEPLECHASETEEN JOB SEEKERS LIST

Ifyouareateenandwishtohaveyournamepublished,pleaseemail your name, address, date of birth, and phone number tonewsletter@steeplechasetx.combytheeditor’sdeadline.Ifyouarecurrentlylisted,pleasenotifytheeditorifchangesareneededtoyourageorphonenumber.

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Improvement Approval Homeownersareremindedthatanyimprovementsaffectingthe exterior of your home (such as painting, patio covers, fence etc.) need to be approved by your association’s architectural reviewcommittee.Whenspacepermitstheonepageapprovalformwillbe included in themonthlynewsletter.The form isalwaysavailableonthecommunitywebsite,steeplechasetx.comin“documents.”

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Cypress Christian School Students Win Chemistry Challenge

The Chemical Education Foundation (CEF) seeks to promote the science of chemistry, the benefits of chemicals, and the important ofchemicalsafetyawareness.TheYou Be the Chemist Challenge isanacademiccompetitionthatengagesstudentsinlearningandhelpspromotethismessageinafunandinnovativemedium.TheChallengeoffersnewanddifferentwaysto:

• engagestudentsinscience• encourageparentalsupportandparticipation• appealtocommunityandorganizations,and• provide tools that can help develop strong relations with

communities. Congra tu la t ions to Cypress Chr is t ian middle schoolstudents who recently participated in the You Be the ChemistQualifying Test. Expo Chemical Company, Inc. sponsors thiscompetition and awarded prizes and trophies to the top winners.Thisyear’swinnersinclude: First Place-David Hurst,grade8 Second Place-Raine Hasskew,grade7 Third Place-Alan Norman,grade8 David and Raine will go on to represent Cypress Christian School at theRegionalCompetitiontobeheldhereinHoustoninFebruary.Alanwill serve as the alternate if either David or Raine are unable to attend. CCSstudentsqualifyingwilladvancetothenationalcompetitionlaterintheyear.

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Valentine’s Day isThursday Feb. 14th!!

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If you would like to submit YOUR recipe to email it to newsletter@steeplechasetx.com

Smothered Chicken Breasts 8boneless,skinlesschickenbreasts 8slicesdriedbeef 8slicesbacon 1cupsourcream 2canscreamofmushroomsoup Season chicken breasts with salt & pepper. Place a slice of driedbeefoneachbreast.Rollupandwrapwithbaconslice.CombinecreamofMushroomsoupandsourcream.Pouroverchickenbreastsandbakefor1hourat325º.

Make your own candy for Valentine’s Day!

Valentine’s Day is Thursday, February 14 … and it’s a really really bigholiday!AccordingtotheGreetingCardAssociation,anestimatedone billion valentine cards are sent each year, making Valentine’s Day the second largest card-sendingholidayof theyear. Sincemanyfolksgivecandyalongwith theircards, thisyearyoumighthavefunmakingyourowncandy.Putsomepiecesofhomemadewhitedivinityinaclearbagtiedwitharedorpinkribbon,andyourgiftissure to generate sweet thoughts (and probably some hugs and kisses as well)! There are many recipes for divinity, all fairly similar; so pick onefromyourfavoritecookbookorInternetsite,andstartcooking.It’s easy to make; and if you’re a WeightWatchers member, this candy won’tsabotageyourgoodefforts—it’sonlyonepointperpiece!

Divinity2eggwhites1/2cupwater

1/2cuplightcornsyrup2cupswhitesugar

MIXtogetherwaterandcornsyrupinaheavypan,andbringtoaboil. Addsugarandcontinueboilinguntildissolved.Continuecookingovermediumheat,withoutstirring,tothehard-ballstage(about 250° on a candy thermometer). WHILEsyrupmixtureiscooking,beateggwhitesinalargebowluntil they justhold theirshape. When thesyrup is ready,pour itslowlyovertheeggwhitesinasteadythinstream,whippingslowlyat the same time. Do not scrape pan. BEATcandymixtureuntilcandycanbedroppedontowaxedpaperinto pieces that hold their shape. (This can take a while.)YIELD: 40 pieces (about 1-1/2 pounds of candy)WeightWatchersPoints:1pointperpiece

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What should your main objective be in coaching, teaching or parenting a Little Leaguer? Is the objective to win? I would say Yes but also No. Winning is important but it is a result. Results, especially in sports are many times determined by actions outside of our control. A game may be won by the opponent on a bad hop, a ball lost in the sun or lights or even by an umpires supposed “bad” call. A game may be lost when a batter with bases loaded does everything right and hits the ball hard o n a line drive but right at the left fielder that doesn’t have to make a move to catch the ball. Yes, in baseball, we may do everything right but still lose. Many times we stress the “results” when instead we should be emphasizing what produces the results. When we teach to do the “little things” right we are putting our players in a position to win. Note: This often means doing repetitive drills which can be boring. A bored player is not learning. One thing that kids love is to make a game or competition out of the drills. In Little League there can be a wide variance of skills among players on the same team.But there is one common denominator that all players need in increasing measure. (including High School, College and Majors) Can you guess? That one thing is Confidence. As the saying goes, Confidence is everything! But confidence in what? Their arm, their bat , their glove? Given that all of those can and will fail what they need is increased confidence in who they are. Many teams give out stars for the players caps after a game for winning. But I suggest giving out stars or rewards at practice for doing the little things right. Especially putting an emphases on “hustle” when making the extra effort for trying to stop a ball (whether they made the play or not) or as a batter hanging tough with a pitcher by fouling off many pitches (even though he may eventually strike out) or showing great attitude or encouragement toward a fellow teammate. What does this do? It builds confidence in themselves. They should be instantly rewarded for doing and being their best. Lastly, as their confidence increases, you as a coach, teacher and parent are looking for one thing. It is called a “breakout.” A breakout can occur in practice or in a game. It may be a breakout “at bat” when a batter gets a hit after a long slump. It might occur on a play he has never been able to accomplish until now with his increased hustle. It is that moment when he realizes, yes I can do this! It is that memorable point when he comes off the field smiling so big, it makes the whole season worth it whether your team is 10-0 or 0-10. But remember, a “breakout” in confidence is not limited to sports and little leaguers.

What is the Main Goal in Little League Baseball?

Submitted by Robin Cox

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