Joy Donovan
Joy Donovan is a contributing writer for CandysDirt.com covering the Midcities and Fort Worth.
In Dr. Seuss’ book “The Lorax,” a curious boy hears the tale of how a flourishing land filled with Truffula Trees was stripped bare by the greedy Once-ler, despite the Lorax’s pleas to stop. He speaks for the trees. The story’s underlying message is if we don’t respect nature, we risk losing it. There’s also…
Calling all nature lovers! For those of you who think park-like living is the best idea for living life, check out 1519 Crowley Rd. in northwest Arlington. This 2,824-square-foot one-story home backs up to a lush greenbelt overlooking Arlington’s Village Creek. The Village Creek Historical Area, a 135-acre linear park, contains the legacy of prehistoric…
Some of its over-the-top Christmas decorations are gone, but the miniature train at the destination restaurant Campo Verde still circles the dining room. Yes, Campo Verde Mexican Bar & Grill re-opened June 6 at its legendary location at 2918 W. Pioneer Parkway in Dalworthington Gardens. A soft opening June 5 gave friends, politicians, and media…
Holy hanger! The woman’s closet at a new listing in Westover Hills could make Carrie Bradshaw weep with jealousy. This jaw-dropping closet found in the primary suite of 1128 Shady Oaks Ln. is a fantasy fashion phenomenon. Just look at the ceiling! That oversized floral wallpaper! The fab chandelier! The shoe shelves are lit from within,…
Anyone lucky enough to get the playhouse named Hide and Peak, a part of the 30th annual Parade of Playhouses, will be set up for hours of imaginative and creative fun. “Everything was based on pure play,” said architect Patricio Sanchez, part of the team working on this unique playhouse that is part of the…
