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Holiday EditionLetter from your TCW Newsletter Committee

Dear TCW Neighbors, Welcome to your newsletter. This newsletter is dedicated to the Travis Country West neighborhood. We would like to make this newsletter a success by focusing on our neighborhood and the events in our area. In order to be successful we need your help. Please participate by submitting recipes, articles, announcements and photos. Please also email us any suggestions or ideas you may have that would allow us to improve the newsletter. Thank you for your support,TCW Newsletter Committee

Don’t miss the 1st annual TCW Holiday party!

Please join us as we celebrate with A Holiday Hay Ride & Carol Singing in the neighborhood. This is a TCW social committee event. Be on the lookout for more details in the email newsgroup. Please contact Kelly Collier if you have a pick-up and would be interested in pulling a trailer for the event. If you’d like to volunteer or if you have questions and would like more information about the event, please contact Kelly at 512-487-5495 or email her @ [email protected]: 6:30PM to 8:30PMDate: Wednesday, December 19, 2007Location: We will meet at the TCW Pool Amenity Center Parking Lot; 5201 Fort Benton Drive

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Newsletter InformationPublisher Peel, Inc. ........................ www.PEELinc.com, 512-989-8905 Articles [email protected] Advertising ........ [email protected], 512-989-8905

Your Homeowners’ Association Committee Members

Board of DirectorsJohn Campbell ...........................................................PresidentRina Hartline ......................................................Vice PresidentRob Herb ................................................... Treasurer/SecretaryFred Clement ............................................................... DirectorBret Doyal ................................................................... Director

For information email: [email protected]

TCW Committees The neighborhood has started the following committees and we are always looking for new volunteers. Please use the contact email for questions and volunteer opportunities.

Social [email protected]

Pool [email protected]

Landscape [email protected]

Newsletter [email protected]

Architectural [email protected]

Useful City of Austin Contact NumbersDead Animal Pick up ...........................................947-9400Abandoned Vehicle ..............................................280-0075Pothole Repair ......................................................974-8750Street Light Outage ..............................................505-7617

Advertising Information Please support the businesses that advertise in the Travis Country West Community Newsletter. Their advertising dollars make it possible for all Travis Country West residents to receive the monthly newsletter at no charge. No homeowners association funds are used to produce or mail the newsletters. If you would like to support the newsletter by advertising, please contact our sales office at 512-989-8905 or [email protected]. The advertising deadline is the 10th of each month for the following month's newsletter.

Travis Country West Yahoo! Group Stay in touch with TCW news and activities and make new connections with your neighbors. To register, log on to http://groups.yahoo.com/group/traviscountrywestMembership limited to Travis Country West neighborhood residents.

Mamas (and Papas) in the Hood Yahoo! Group For all the moms and dads in Travis Country West. A place to share info, ask questions, trade stuff, make play dates, grab an exercise partner, etc. To register, log on to http://groups.yahoo.com/group/mamasinthehood/ Membership limited to Travis Country West neighborhood residents.

Hosts Needed For TCW Ladies Night Out TCW Ladies Night Out: Meets every 3rd Thursday of the month, from 7 pm – 9pm. This is a lot of fun and a great way to socialize with the neighbors! Hosts needed for December, January and February. To sign up to host or co-host a night, e-mail Kristen at [email protected].

Travis Country West Home Owners’ Association Website

HOA members can access the website at http://www.traviscountrywest-hoa.com. This website provides information on how to contact the following:

• TCW’s management company (Goodwin Management)• Submit a service request• Report a deed restriction violation• Ask an accounting question• Request architectural approval• Request a pool key• Order a Resale Certificate. • Access Community Bylaws• Access Covenant, Conditions and Restrictions (CCR)

If you would like to contact the Property Manager for Travis Country West directly, call Carl Gamble with Goodwin Management at 512-502-7517 or email at [email protected].

FOR SALE:1998 Black Mustang GT

In excellent condition with the following features:

4.6L 8 cylinder5 speed manual transmission

103k milesYokohama tires (good condition)

Kenwood Z828 single-disc CD/MP3 player

with remote & new speakers.

Asking $6500 o.b.o.Call 512-284-8674.


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Guy Weinhold, AAMS4404 W. William Cannon Dr.Ste. QAustin, TX 78749(512) 443-1988

Read All About ItSmartMoney, August 2007Edward Jones again was named the No. 1 full service brokerage fi rm in the August edition of SmartMoney magazine. The fi rm placed ahead of six other fi rms and received high marks in the four categories surveyed by the magazine: stock picking, customer satisfaction, trust and customer statements. Edward Jones, which also ranked No. 1 in 2005, received fi ve-star ratings in client statements and customer satisfaction.

J.D. Power and Associates, July 24, 2007For the third year in a row, the fi nancial-services fi rm Edward Jones ranks “Highest in Investor Satisfaction with Full Service Brokerage Firms,” according to the J.D. Power and Associates 2007 Full Service Investor Satisfaction Study.SM

Edward Jones received the highest numerical score three years in a row among full service brokerage fi rms in the proprietary J.D. Power and Associates 2005-2007 Full Service Investor Satisfaction StudySM . 2007 study based on 3,043 total responses measuring 16 brokerage fi rms and measures opinions of investors who used full service investment institutions. Pro-prietary study results are based on experiences and perceptions of consumers surveyed from March-May 2007. Your experiences may vary. Visit jdpower.com.

BusinessWeek, March 5, 2007Edward Jones was the highest-ranking brokerage fi rm on BusinessWeek magazine’s fi rst-ever ranking of “Customer Service Champs.” The fi rm ranked No. 6 among 25 national and inter-national companies that are the “best providers of customer service” based on techniques, strategies and tools used to deliver great service.

SOMETHING WORTH SHARINGWe’re proud of the news coverage we’ve received, and hope to build upon these accomplishments.We know that our success is your success. Thank you.

Call or visit your local fi nancial advisor today.

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Do you have a child that loves the Music Together program? If so, you have something in common with our “Wave Hello” family this month! Meet the Hagen’s and “wave hello” to them next time you see them around!

What’s your name?Lars and Aisha Hagen, parents of Annika (age 2)

What do you cons ider to be your “hometown?” Lars hails from St. Charles, Missouri; Aisha is from Amarillo, Texas.

Where do you work? Lars works at the Office of Attorney General of Texas; Aisha works at the Winstead Law Firm.

Most recent book read? Lars read The Coldest Winter by David

Wave hello! An occasional feature profiling TCW Neighbor

Halberstam; AISHA read The Road by Cormac McCarthy.

Your first job? Lars’ mowed lawns in 5th grade; Aisha sorted mail in college.

Favorite sports team/player? Lars is a fan of the University of Missouri Tigers (football and basketball teams) What’s on your CD player? Lars: Kanye West (Graduation); Steely Dan (hits) Aisha: Dixie Chicks; Tom Petty; U2Annika: Music Together CDs What is your favorite thing to do with the kid(s) in Austin? Brush Creek Lake Park Waterscape (Way north on Parmer—it’s free!)

Favorite Austin restaurant? - Guero’s What would your neighbors be surprised to know about you? The lawn is “organic,” though that probably doesn’t surprise any neighbor who’s seen the weeds up close.

Recommended recent movie? Lars and the Real Girl

What is one thing you like about TCW? We like bumping into our interesting neighbors on Ft. Benton when getting the mail.

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Suzanne “Suzi” Ross, daughter to Helen McAllister-Ross and Jonathan Ross (7913 Cobblestone) is a 7th grader at O.Henry Middle School preparing to go to Australia on a trip this summer as a Student Ambassador. She has been a member of People to People Student Ambassadors ( h t t p : / /www.studentambassadors.org/home ) for 2 years now. This is a great program started by President Dwight Eisenhower, that opens the minds of young people, instills leadership skills and promotes

global awareness. During the summer of 2006, Suzi traveled to Western Canada with this group. Now she is heading for Australia this summer for three weeks (June 2008). Along with the other nominated 40 students in the Austin based group she will represent the United States, the State and her school.

As Suzi prepares for this venture she doing some fundraising for the trip. She has created a website describing her goals and just what this inspiring program is about. As a fundraising idea Suzanne decided to make bracelets. She has been busy making bracelets for donations. These bracelets are made with new, vintage, glass, metal and plastic beads. She is asking for

a donation of $8.00 for one bracelet or $20.00 for three. If you are interested in supporting Suzi please check out her website and you can see what her BRACELETS FOR DONATIONS is all about. Feel free to sign the guestbook too. Thank you for the community support! Suanne’s Website is titled: SmallWorld4Suzi, please visit her website at http://www.freewebs.com/smallworld4suzi/

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NEIGHBORHOOD SAFETY TIP Please test your smoke alarms this holiday season. To find out more information regarding smoke alarms please visit the Austin Fire Department website at http://www.ci.austin.tx.us/fire/smoke.htm.


Travis Country WestWhat’s Happening Around Austin

All month long – Zachary Scott Theater. Craving a good dose of holiday spirit? Check out the following shows at Zach Scott: David Sedaris’s “The Santaland Diaries,” “Rockin Christmas Party – The Rock-n-Soul Musical,” and “Plaid Tidings.” Visit www.zachscott.com for tickets and more information.Dec 1-23 – Ballet Austin Performs “The Nutcracker.” Celebrate the 45th anniversary of this Austin Tradition at the historic Paramount Theatre. Get tickets and more information at www.balletaustin.orgDec 2 - Zilker Tree Lighting Ceremony. Kick off the holiday season by attending the annual lighting ceremony of the famed Zilker Tree. Standing 155 feet tall and covered with 3,309 lights, the tree has been an Austin Tradition since 1967. Blue Santa will be at the ceremony collecting toys and cash donations for needy children. Starting at 6pm.Dec 6 – First Thursday on South Congress. On the first Thursday of every month, stores on South Congress Avenue keep their doors open until about 10pm. Starting at 6pm, festivities begin with street vendors, musicians, shopping and dining. Also a great place for people watching.Dec 6 –West End Gallery Night. Shop for a special piece of artwork or simply enjoy window shopping when nine galleries within walking distance of each other stay open until 8pm on the first Thursday of every month. Check out www.inthegalleriesaustin.com/westend.htm for map and more info.Dec 7 – The Kelly Willis & Bruce Robison Holiday Show. Gruene Hall, 8pm. In Gruene, Texas.Dec 8 – Trail of Lights 5K Run. Get a great workout while enjoying an exclusive premiere viewing of the Trail of Lights. Race begins at 6:30pm. Registration info at www.ci.austin.tx.us/tol/5k.htmDec 10 – Trail of Lights Festival Grand Opening Parade. Join Santa, Mayor Will Wynn, the Austin High School Marching Band and others in celebrating the opening of the Trail of Lights. Parade begins at the Austin Area Garden Center and goes through the Trail of Lights, where a ribbon will be cut to officially open the trail to the public. Parade begins at 6pm with the trail opening at 7pm. The trail will remain open from 7-10pm every night through Dec. 23rd.Dec 14 – The Toadies. In concert at Austin Music Hall. Show starts at 8:00pm. Tickets are $25 at www.gettix.netDec 14-24 – The Armadillo Christmas Bazaar. Enjoy live music, a full bar, and shopping for fine art and distinct gifts. Austin Convention Center, Exhibit Hall 2. 11am-11pm daily. $3 admission weekdays before 7pm and $6 for evenings and weekends.Dec 15 – Gifts From the Kitchen. Whole Foods Culinary Center. Learn how to prepare personalized gifts as chefs from Whole Foods Market teach you how to prepare delicious recipes, then shop for tools and gadgets to complete your gift. For more info on this and other holiday cooking classes visit www.wholefoodsmarket.com/stores/calendars/LCC.htmlDec 29 – Christmas tree recycling begins in Zilker Park.

Teenage Job Seekers Baby Pet House YardName Age Sit Sit Sit Work PhonePatel, Rebecca .............. 16 .........• ........................................ 567-4344

*-CPR Training +-First Aid Training

Attention Teenagers The Teenage Job Seekers listing service is offered free of charge to all Travis Country West teenagers seeking work. Submit your name and information to [email protected] by the 9th of the month!

Classified AdsPersonal classifieds (one time sell items, such as a used bike...) run at no charge to Travis Country West residents, limit 30 words, please e-mail [email protected] classifieds (offering a service or product line for profit) are $50, limit 40 words, please contact Peel, Inc. Sales Office at 512-989-8905 or [email protected].

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Pumpkin Bread1 ½ cup sugar4 eggs2/3 cup melted margarine or butter3 teaspoons vanilla1 can (15 oz) pumpkin3 cups all-purpose flour½ cup chopped walnuts½ cup dried cranberries3 teaspoons cinnamon½ teaspoon baking powder2 teaspoons baking soda In a large bowl mix together sugar, eggs, butter, vanilla and pumpkin.Add remaining ingredients. Stir until well blended. Pour batter into 2 lightly greased loaf pans, 8 ½ x 4 ½ x 2 ½inches. Bake in 350° oven for 50 to 60 minutes. Note: For best results if you use cranberries, place in a microwave safe dish with enough water to cover and microwave for 1 minute to plump cranberries. Let it sit in the microwave for 5 minutes to cool. Drain cranberries before adding to the recipe.

Holiday Recipes From Your Neighbor’s KitchenPeanut Butter Cup Cookies

1 pkg 17.5 oz Peanut butter Cookie Mix1 tablespoon milk3 tablespoons butter or margarine1 egg1 teaspoon vanilla ½ cup peanut butter1 package miniature peanut butter cups cut in 4 pieces1. Stir cookie mix, milk, butter, egg, vanilla and peanut butter in a bowl until dough forms.2. Shape cookie dough into small balls and press down on a cookie sheet.3. Bake for 5 minutes at 375°. Remove from oven and press candies into cookies. Bake an additional 5 minutes. Cool for at least 3 minutes before removing from cookie sheet.

Holiday Stuffing1 celery stalk½ cup butter or margarine1 can chicken broth 14 oz.1 box instant stuffing mix 6 oz.2 cups of bagged stuffing mix½ teaspoon poultry seasoning½ to 1 cup of cranberries (optional)½ cup of chopped pecans (optional)1. Chop celery and sauté in a pan with 2 tablespoons of butter or margarine. 2. In a large bowl combine both stuffing mixes with poultry seasoning.3. Combine remaining butter or margarine and chicken broth in a large saucepan. Bring to boil. Add bread cubes and celery. Stir ingredients until mixed and then remove from heat. (If dressing is too moist, add more bagged stuffing mix, if dressing is too dry add either more butter or margarine and chicken broth). Add cranberries and pecans if desired.4. Let stand for 5 minutes. Fluff with fork and serve.

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