The giant bows are sprouting from the Highland Village rooftops; the decorated fiberglass deer are in position on a smattering of Rice Village street corners; the Christmas music has already been floating through the still-in-the-70’s evening air from tinny speakers across the city this last week — but there’s still one more fall break left, before we break into the major winter holidays. Swamplot’s got some tasks to tackle and some thanks to give, so we’ll be off through the end of the week. Here’s wishing you and yours a lovely few days, hopefully together — we’ll see you back Monday morning, ready for that home stretch toward the end of the year.
Photo of seasonal deer statue in Rice Village: Swamplot inboxÂ
Happy Thanksgiving
We’re looking to add a few occasional-ish contributors to Swamplot’s editorial mix. Got a way with words and a fresh take on this city (or know someone who does)? Here’s a terrific chance to dig into the ups, downs, ins, outs, wets, and dries of the local real estate scene —- and to get paid (well, something) for doing it. To apply, 
Monday is Independence Day! Consequently, Swamplot will be off, celebrating independently. We’ll be rocketing back into action on Tuesday morning with more tales of booms and busts from all over the Houston real estate landscape. Until then, a safe and happy holiday to you and yours! Photo of fireworks over Hermann Park: 
The holiday weekend is off to a soggy start — and Swamplot is off to higher ground. Meet us back here on Tuesday with your hottest 
