11 WINTER TEXAN TIMES www.wintertexantimes.com NOVEMBER 11, 2026 Park Directory Winter Texan TIMES Serving Winter Texans From Mission To South Padre Island Since 1987 Published By: Park Directory RIO GRANDE VALLEY MOBILE HOME & RV 2024-2025 EDITION Page 1 Rio Grande Valley Visitors Guide 2026-2027 Winter Texan TIMES Serving Winter Texans From Mission To South Padre Island Since 1987 Published By: 2026-2027 Edition Rio Grande Valley Visitors Guide Call 956.580.7800 or Email ads@wintertexantimes.com FOR ADVERTISING OPPORTUNITIES NOW AVAILABLE ONLINE www.WinterTexanTimes.com throughout the year… or what you are thankful for on the daily. On the daily, I am thankful for my friends and family, and all the little bright spots that happen throughout my day. These bright spots can be something as simple as a nice word at the grocery store, someone texting me out of the blue just to say hi, or just knowing that things are going to be good. This year I am so thankful for my church family that has been a helping hand when I need it. My ‘tribe’ that will come over with little warning and help me get my house clean or bring me chocolate when I need a little pick-me-up. I am blessed by so many that care and show their concern when they see me stumbling. Most of all, I am thankful for my faith and the blessing that I receive because of that faith. It brings me so much hope for brighter days when my day seems so dark. Think about our little daily blessings, or the blessings you can give to others. I have noticed that by changing one or two words, I can bring a bigger smile on someone’s face. I have learned to tell people how much I appreciate them, just by saying ‘I appreciate you.’ And it doesn’t have to be for something big. It can be simply saying it to the gentleman at the deli that sliced the meat for you, or the bagger sacking your groceries. When you add the word ‘you’ at the end, I feel like I am showing that I see them, I see what they are doing, and I acknowledge that work. It really helps me get through my day when I notice the little things. The little things that bring a smile to my face, but also the little things that bring a smile to someone else’s face. A smile is contagious, and one of the easiest things to pass along. You never know what an impact it will have on someone – just to smile, say hello, or tell someone how much you appreciate them – no matter how small the act is. Go ahead and try it this week and see how it makes you feel. I hope that you can find ways to be more thankful and express your gratitude to those around you. If you know someone that has had an impact on you, an organization, or your park, let us know. We would love to share their story. You can email us ideas, or your stories, to news@wintertexantimes.com. RAMBLINGS From pg. 1 men and women players that are based on individual skill levels, and not on age. Maybe you don’t have a glove or bat anymore? No problem, they will have equipment to loan you. The league practices have already started at McAllen’s West Side Park, located on S. Ware Rd. directly across from the McAllen Convention Center. The A Division practice is held every Tuesday and Thursday at 9 a.m., and the B Division practice is every Monday and Wednesday at 9 a.m. The practices run now through December. The first week of January the league will “draft” players onto teams attempting to make each team as equal as they can. Why don’t you call or stop by to see if senior slow pitch might be right for you. There are plenty of bleachers if you want to just sit and watch. Of course, you’ll also be invited to join them on the field and throw the ball around as well. For more information, call Fred Esqueda at (956) 897-6961 or Mike Brower at (734) 834-0128, or email Mike at mbrower@umich.edu. SOFTBALL From pg. 3
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