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Helping Your Child Cope with Divorce

 The end of any marriage comes with a variety of struggles and challenges. Seeking a divorce is a difficult decision for adults to make, and coming to terms with a split is different for everyone. Unfortunately, all too often, children are also affected when a marriage ends. In these cases, parents must navigate the tough road ahead to ensure the best possible outcomes for themselves and also for their children.

One of the most common things parents struggle with is guilt and fear of how a divorce will impact the lives of their children. Kids depend on their parents for feelings of security, and it is normal for your child to feel scared or confused as they see their parents in emotional turmoil. Children can misinterpret the cause of the turmoil. Often, kids will assume responsibility for their parents split and feel guilty, or they may make efforts to try and reunite their parents only to feel as if they failed later. They can even learn to manipulate their parents and use the divorce to their advantage. Here are a few ways you can tell if your child is struggling:

Regression

Younger children who are struggling to cope with divorce may regress to behavior that they had previously outgrown. You may notice your child doing things such as seeking comfort items they have already set aside, using babytalk, or throwing frequent temper tantrums. You may also notice increased anxiety with younger children who struggle to be separated from you.

Older children can also regress, albeit in different ways. It is easy to confuse normal teen mood swings with a child who is struggling to accept their parents’ divorce. Be on the lookout for increased volatility with their emotions. Teens who struggle with divorce will often become more aggressive or irritable or begin to withdraw and isolate from others.

Increased Irrational Fears

If your child begins to show fear where they normally wouldn’t, it could be because they are having a tough time with your divorce. Young children may show increased fear when they go to bed each night or be scared to travel. If you notice your child avoiding activities which they normally enjoy such as riding bicycles because they are afraid of possible injury – these are signs that your child’s sense of stability is in turmoil.

Academic or Behavioral Issues

Children struggling with divorce may begin to see their grades slip or act out more at school. These are common issues stemming from increased aggression and an inability to focus.

Decreased Socialization and Self-Esteem

If your child uses social media, keep an eye on their feed. Notice how they interact with their friends, if you see they are interacting less, it could be a good indicator that your child is withdrawing from their social circle. Additionally, if a teenager who previously posted frequently suddenly stops, this could be a sign of withdrawal or a decrease in their self-esteem. Inversely, one who suddenly begins posting often when they normally don’t could be seeking attention for similar reasons. Be on the lookout for any sudden changes in online behavior.

Offline, take note of how your child is spending their free time. It is important that kids of any age are spending time with their peers and developing socially. Be wary if their friend circle suddenly changes or they begin to get in trouble outside the home.

Playing the Households Against One Another

Prior to your separation, your children lived under one set of household rules and one set of expectations.  Due to the split, the children now must navigate being parented without that unity.  Many children who are old enough to tell a lie are old enough to manipulate this situation to their advantage, claiming “Mom lets me do it at her house,” or “Dad says I don’t have to listen to you.” Other children recognize the tension between the two households and end up unintentionally fueling the fire by telling each of their parents what the child thinks the parents want to hear. This results in the child downplaying the amount of fun they had at the other parent’s house, exaggerating the anger the other parent showed at a bad grade, or even telling a parent that they want to live with them only. As a result, parents who fail to communicate end up mistrusting one another to an even more significant degree because they fail to recognize that the child is reporting false information in both households. 

Emotions may be running high between you and your former partner during a divorce, and it is natural to attempt to parent separately and reduce fighting. However, as contact becomes more manageable and you are able to safely interact with your soon to be ex-spouse, it can be easier to work cooperatively when it comes to scheduling and making big decisions. If you can work together this will also help your child ease into any new routines while still feeling a semblance of the stability they are used to. Here are some additional tips to help a child cope during this time:

Communicate Together

This may not be possible in every situation, but if you and your partner can inform your child about the divorce from a unified front, it is the best way to help prepare them for impending transitions. Either way, you should communicate what is happening as early as practicable. Kids are very in tune with their parents’ emotions, and they can detect potential strife even if you are doing your best to hide it. Rather than letting them draw their own conclusions about what may be wrong, calmly communicate with them by taking time to make sure they can ask any questions they may have.

Let Them Be Sad

It is very tempting to paint the divorce as a difficult, but happy situation. As an adult you are accustomed to making the best out of a bad situation, and it is most likely true that ending a bad partnership will benefit everyone in the long run. However, for your child this is an extremely sad, frustrating, and confusing time in their life. Encourage them to feel those big emotions so they can properly assess and come to terms with them on their own time.

Do Not Rely on Your Child for Support

You love your children, and this is a difficult time. It is natural to want to rely on them for emotional support, and you should do everything you can to ensure you are receiving the support you need – but not from your children. Draw strength from their love, but get your support from friends, other family members, and professional guidance if needed. Do not complain about your ex in front of the kids, and do not use children as a method to relay messages. Your children should be relying on you for support, not the other way around.

Set Structure

While moving back and forth between two parents and different household is stressful for a child, it can be less so if you ensure they have similar rules and expectations within both places. Work with your ex to set the same bedtimes, chores, and consequences for misbehavior. Additionally, do your best to not cancel or change plans at the last minute. Keeping routines will help your child adapt the best way possible to a changing lifestyle. If your child struggles with structure—such as an ADHD child—consider keeping transition periods to a minimum.

Encourage a Good Relationship with Both Parents

Your divorce may be bitter, and it will likely be difficult to view your ex in a positive light. However, children deserve to come through their parents’ divorce with both parental relationships intact. If your ex is committed to being a good-enough parent, do your best to view them solely as a fellow caretaker of the children you raised together and encourage their continued contributions to this important job. Children should never feel like they must choose between two parents or hide things from them. Ensure that your child does not feel as though they have to hide funny stories or happy experiences that they have with your ex. Eventually, the bitterness between the two of you will fade, and those funny stories that your children share with you will be your reward for having steered them through this difficult time with both parental relationships intact. 

Find a Good Counselor

If your child is reporting concerning things that are occurring in the other parent’s household—but those reports do not rise to the level of child abuse or neglect—consider getting your child into counseling with a qualified therapist.  First, the therapist can help provide your child with the tools to help them navigate the divorce and deal with their big feelings.  Second, the therapist will act as an impartial third party to whom your child can confide about how they feel about the changes they are going through without worrying about hurting either parent’s feelings.  They can tell the therapist what they really think about Mom’s new boyfriend or the fact Dad has refused to take them to their extracurricular activities during his periods of possession.  It may come out during counseling that the boyfriend is an asset in the child’s life and that the extracurricular activities aren’t as important to your child as they were when the child was younger.  Third, if something is going on at the other parent’s house that alarms the therapist, they can tell you and alert the authorities if necessary.  Even children who sail smoothly through their parents’ divorce should give counseling a try, if only to make them more likely to seek out counseling later as adults if faced with another life crisis.

Above all, do not be afraid to ask for help when needed. Ask your divorce attorney for references if you feel you could benefit from counseling or a peer support group. The more your take care of yourself and take responsibility to learn how to best navigate life, the more you will be able to give the same care to your children. If your child knows how much you care for them and are committed to always being a foundation for them, you are already heading in the appropriate direction to raising healthy and happy humans.

Jenkins & Kamin LLP cares about their clients and wants every stage of their divorce to go as smoothly and favorably as possible. They are committed to helping you throughout your case and beyond by providing resources and legal counseling to help you begin your new life in the best position.

Jenkins & Kamin LLP is noted for its “team” approach by pairing skilled attorneys, paralegals, and other support staff to enhance each client’s experience in difficult life transitions.

In addition to the “team” approach, Jenkins & Kamin LLP strives to personalize case strategies for each individual client, including identification of particular legal issues and effective explanation of the law concerning those issues. The firm endeavors to achieve a resolution that is appropriate for each client, while aggressively advocating on their behalf when necessary. Having a dedicated and experienced team working with you in any family law matter is of utmost importance to achieve the best result possible.

Jenkins & Kamin LLP represents clients in the following aspects of family law practice: Marital Property Agreements, Divorce, Complex Property Issues, Child Custody & Visitation, Child Support, Parentage, Modifications, Domestic Violence Issues, Family Law Appeals, and Dispute Resolution Alternatives. To learn more about the firm, visit http://www.jenkinskamin.com or contact one of the offices in the greater Houston area.

Caring for your Mental Health during a Divorce

 The end of a marriage is often a difficult and emotionally draining process. In addition to seeing your court settlements through, you are also having to plan for your future, balance a budget, and possibly navigate the daunting task of learning how to co-parent with your now ex-spouse. Understandably, many people do not take the time during the divorce process to stop and consider their own emotions and mental well-being as they embark on a new stage of life.

Regardless of the circumstances, the flood of emotions you are experiencing can be confusing or possibly even frightening. It is natural to be unsure how to fully understand the range of emotions you feel. It is important to remember that your feelings are valid and there is no “right” way to emotionally deal with the end of a marriage. Take the time to give yourself a break and show yourself kindness. Studies show that maintaining self-compassion allows you to handle the daily challenges of divorce better in the months following a separation. Understanding and caring for yourself will go a long way in helping you move forward.

Do Not View Your Relationship as a Failure

Many marriages grow apart, and you may be tempted to view the end of your marriage as a defeat. As divorce in general has lost much of its former stigma, therefore end of a relationship should not be considered a failure.  Viewing your ended relationship as a failure may hinder your ability to move on with your life – instead consider it as something that simply stopped serving you. No doubt, your marriage had its good moments and those moments have encouraged growth within yourself. Understanding the benefits of a ‘failed’ relationship is key to helping your journey forward.

Say Goodbye

It is normal for your relationship to have a grieving period. You are unwinding a huge part of your own life and as part of viewing your divorce healthily, it is ideal if you and your ex-partner are able to sit down together to compassionately reflect on your marriage. Circumstances may not always allow this, but if you can come together with your ex to say goodbye and wish each other the best moving forward it will help you achieve a sense of closure. If emotions or safety concerns prevent you from being able to take this time with your ex, you can still ‘say goodbye’ on your own. Bid farewell to the things in your marriage that you are looking forward to never seeing again. Reflect on why your marriage had to come to an end and make a commitment to put those negative things in the past so you can avoid the same mistakes on the road ahead.

Stay Positive

Any divorce has the possibility of becoming tense and filled with heated exchanges. Studies show that children who are exposed to high amounts of parental conflict are at greater risk to develop psychological or social problems. Additionally, the added stress will only make navigating the divorce more difficult for you. Try to keep a positive environment around you, your former partner, and your children.  Try to set your ex-spouse up for success, if you can:  use friendly emojis in your texting, offer help and gratitude, if appropriate, and allow your children to be excited about spending time with the other parent.  Keeping an upbeat, positive outlook will spill over and be beneficial to all parties involved – even if you are the only person committed to doing it.

Place Trust in a Friend

You need a shoulder to lean on. Rely on your closest friend or family member that you trust. Divorce is difficult and it is imperative that you have an outlet to speak freely. A confidant can help you through the difficult moments and act as a sounding board as you make the crucial decisions surrounding your new life. However, it is important to pick your confidant wisely: this person should not be second-guessing your decisions or provoking you to more conflict, but rather should be supporting and validating your emotions. Also, it is best if you choose only one friend to act as your confidant. It is common to feel the urge to overshare during this time in your life, but it has the potential to be used against you and could even alienate the people with whom you seek to connect.  Relying on a single trusted source provides the outlet you need without the possibility of oversharing information that could hurt you down the road.

Keep Your Schedule      

Much of the anxiety in a divorce comes from the feeling of being lost. So much of your life is in turmoil, and the changes are sudden. To help yourself feel more settled, it is essential to keep as much of your daily and weekly routines as possible. This will help prevent isolation, and even though some activities may not bring you the same joy as they did before, you should still commit to doing them on a regular schedule. Sticking to your normal schedule will help you adjust and make your life feel as normal as possible.

No matter the situation, remember to take time to care for yourself. An experienced attorney can help you not only navigate the legal issues surrounding your separation but will also commit to helping you move forward in your life. If you need additional resources to focus on your mental health do not be afraid to ask those around you, including your attorney, for recommendations and help.

Jenkins & Kamin, LLP cares about their clients and wants every stage of their divorce to go as smoothly and favorably as possible. They are committed to helping you throughout your case and beyond by providing resources and legal counseling to help you begin your new life in the best position.

Jenkins & Kamin LLP is noted for its “team” approach by pairing skilled attorneys, paralegals, and other support staff to enhance each client’s experience in difficult life transitions.

In addition to the “team” approach, Jenkins & Kamin, LLP strives to personalize case strategies for each individual client, including identification of particular legal issues and effective explanation of the law concerning those issues.  The firm endeavors to achieve a resolution that is appropriate for each client, while aggressively advocating on their behalf when necessary. Having a dedicated and experienced team working with you in any family law matter is of utmost importance to achieve the best result possible.

Jenkins & Kamin LLP represents clients in the following aspects of family law practice: Marital Property Agreements, Divorce, Complex Property Issues, Child Custody & Visitation, Child Support, Parentage, Modifications, Domestic Violence Issues, Family Law Appeals, and Dispute Resolution Alternatives. To learn more about the firm, visit http://www.jenkinskamin.com or contact one of the offices in the greater Houston area.

Best of the Best

Jenkins & Kamin, LLP is honored to be recognized as the “Best of the Best” in Family Law by The Houston Chronicle.  Thank you to all of our clients and employees for your support. Experience matters. Compassion counts.

 

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Post-Divorce Self-Care Tips

 Life after a divorce can be a frightening and overwhelming experience. Often, a person going through a divorce has spent a good portion of their adult life as part of a partnership, a marriage. Readjusting to life as a single individual, with or without kids involved, is a daunting task. Here are a few self-care tips to help you along the way.

Put Your Needs First

When you were part of a couple, you may not have always been placing your needs first. Sacrificing your needs in favor of your partner’s needs is a common problem in unhealthy relationships and a habit you should work to shift away from following divorce. It is normal and healthy to examine and honor your own needs post-divorce.

Take a Personal Assessment

Start by looking into areas of your life that you feel are not receiving the attention and they are due. Schedule time to do things such as rest, read, meditate, exercise, and spend time with supportive family members and friends. Reflecting on aspects of life that have gone neglected, disregarded, or unfulfilled will help you move forward and remind you what you wish to prioritize in your life and future relationships.  

Discover Your Best Self

Remember, your basic needs do not define you as a person. Establishing new and healthy routines will set the tone for your new life.  The months following a divorce is the perfect time to address your own personal goals and desires as well. Take time to assess your personality and lifestyle and write down the aspects you believe are the strongest and set goals you wish to accomplish. So that you don’t overwhelm yourself in this step of the process, keep this list of goals to 5 items with varying, yet realistic, timeframes to complete them. For example, if you believe your health has been neglected you should schedule an appointment with your healthcare provider. Consider individual therapy, support groups, or joining a fitness program to help you improve and feel more confident.

But also go easy on yourself. Do your best not to solely focus on your perceived weaknesses, but rather contrast them with equal focus on your strengths. Prioritize things you wish to improve and put a plan in place to do so. Trust yourself!

Cultivate New Hobbies

Any strained relationship places difficulties on the individuals within them. Typically, a precursor to divorce involves a great deal of effort to reconcile and improve the relationship. Unfortunately, by spending a lot of your time on your marriage and then the divorce process, you are likely to have neglected any hobbies you might have had or perhaps dreamed of exploring. Now is the perfect time to return to them or begin new ones. Have fun!

You may even consider taking a personal enrichment course. Many community colleges or enrichment centers offer free or low-cost courses to help learn new skills. Alternatively, you can find free tutorials online, including podcasts or even YouTube. Choose a skill that interests you such as painting, woodworking, or writing. By developing a new skill, you will undoubtedly increase your self-confidence and pride in yourself for taking the leap to explore a particular skill set. You may even make a few new friends who share your interests as well!

Increase Your Social Circle

Speaking of new friends, one of the best things you can do following a divorce is to invest in social relationships. Studies have shown that strong relationships promote an improved quality of life and, quite possibly, are attributed to increasing your overall health. Life after a divorce can often be socially awkward, to say the least, especially if many of your friends were friends with both you and your spouse.

As a result, don’t be surprised if many of the relationships you shared as a married couple fizzle out…this can happen gradually, or sometimes rather abruptly. Those that linger longer are often emotionally strained or feeling awkward about being in your company. But look at this situation with a fresh perspective – YOU may no longer be the same person you once were, and what aligned you with these friends may have shifted. Take this opportunity to be grateful for the friends you had along the way but wish them well (to yourself) as you adjust to your next, and hopefully fulfilling, phase of life.  

Consider joining groups or taking part in activities that will help you establish new non-romantic friendships. By widening your social circle, you will have more opportunities to spend time outside the home and better cope with the anxiety and fears that often accompany post-divorce life.  

 

Throw Away Your Guilt

Lastly, you should do your best to avoid any sense of guilt that will inevitably creep into your mind from time to time. Our current world and social dynamic often imposes expectations on people to put the needs of others above their own, which only leads to unhealthy self-care practices. You deserve the time to address your personal needs, explore new interests, and re-discover yourself. Do not allow anyone to convince you otherwise!

This is a difficult time in your life and stress, pain, and anxiety will inevitably accompany it. A strong focus on self-care is the best way to get through it. Focus less on the past and any role you may or may not have played in your divorce unless you are doing so in a therapeutic setting with a trusted mental health professional. Now is the time to forge ahead and take control of your life and your future!

Jenkins & Kamin, LLP cares about their clients and wants every stage of their divorce to go as smoothly and favorably as possible. They are committed to helping you throughout your case and beyond by providing resources and legal counseling to help you begin your new life in the best position.

Jenkins & Kamin LLP is one of the most respected family law firms in Texas. The firm is noted for its “team” approach by pairing skilled attorneys, paralegals and other support staff to enhance each client’s experience in difficult life transitions.

In addition to the “team” approach, Jenkins & Kamin, LLP strives to personalize case strategies for each individual client, including identification of every particular legal issue and effective explanation of the law with respect to those issues.  The firm endeavors to achieve a resolution that is appropriate for each client, while aggressively advocating on their behalf when necessary. Having a dedicated and experienced team working with you in any family law matter is of utmost importance to achieve the best result possible.

Jenkins & Kamin LLP represents clients in the following aspects of family law practice: Marital Property Agreements, Divorce, Complex Property Issues, Child Custody & Visitation, Child Support, Parentage, Modifications, Domestic Violence Issues, Family Law Appeals and Dispute Resolution Alternatives. To learn more about the firm, visit www.jenkinskamin.com or contact one of the offices in the greater Houston area.

Jenkins & Kamin, LLP Honored by The Houston Chronicle

 Each year, The Houston Chronicle celebrates the Best of the Best community choice awards.  Over 150,000 thousand companies are nominated by clients and employees before being tested through multiple rounds against other businesses in their industry. 

On July 14, 2022, Jenkins & Kamin LLP claimed top honors for the night and as being “Best of the Best” in the category of Family Law in Houston, Texas.

This came as no surprise as Jenkins & Kamin LLP is one of the most respected family law firms in Texas. The firm is noted for its “team” approach by pairing skilled attorneys, paralegals and other support staff to enhance each client’s experience in difficult life transitions.

In addition to the “team” approach, Jenkins & Kamin, LLP strives to personalize case strategies for each individual client, including identification of every particular legal issue and effective explanation of the law with respect to those issues.  The firm endeavors to achieve a resolution that is appropriate for each client, while aggressively advocating on their behalf when necessary. Having a dedicated and experienced team working with you in any family law matter is of utmost importance to achieve the best result possible.

Jenkins & Kamin LLP represents clients in the following aspects of family law practice: Marital Property Agreements, Divorce, Complex Property Issues, Child Custody & Visitation, Child Support, Parentage, Modifications, Domestic Violence Issues, Family Law Appeals and Dispute Resolution Alternatives. To learn more about the firm, visit www.jenkinskamin.com or contact one of the offices in the greater Houston area.

Protective Orders in Texas

Not all relationships end amicably. Some often end in a rather volatile way. If you are dealing with a situation in your marriage or dating relationship that is becoming increasingly hostile or violent, you undoubtedly fear for your safety and for the safety of any children who may reside with you. When the situation at home escalates, it may be in your best interest to seek a protective order from the Court. In Texas, there are a few options you can pursue to protect yourself.  The protective order you obtain, however, will depend upon the facts in your specific case. Below is a summary of some of the protective orders available under the Texas Family Code.

Temporary Ex Parte Protective Order

If your spouse or partner has exhibited violent behavior toward you or your children, you can ask the Court to grant you a temporary ex parte protective order. This type of protective order can be issued by the Judge without holding a hearing or noticing the other party, which is why it is known as an “ex parte.”

To obtain this type of protective order, you must provide proof, usually through a sworn affidavit signed under oath, that your spouse or partner has abused you and/or your children in the past and that you are in fear of or at risk of being abused again in the future. If the Judge believes that the danger to you is imminent, he or she will likely issue a temporary ex parte protective order. This type of protective order only lasts for 21 days but may be extended for an additional 21 days, after filing a proper motion, until a hearing can be held.

The temporary ex parte protective order can provide you some immediate physical protection, as well as your children if they are also listed as “protected persons” in the order, while efforts are made to get the other party properly served with the application for protective and the temporary ex parte protective order. The temporary ex parte protective order, if granted, will also include a hearing date and the other party will be given notice to appear for that hearing, once he or she is served.

Final Protective Orders

If the Court grants you a temporary ex parte protective order, you will have the ability to put on more specific and compelling evidence as to why you (and your children) should be granted longer-lasting protection, a final protective order, against your spouse or partner at the scheduled hearing.

The Judge will listen to arguments from both parties before making a final decision. If the Judge determines, based on the evidence presented, that you have been abused by your spouse or partner and that you are also at risk of imminent physical or bodily harm in the future, a final protective order is the likely result after the conclusion of the hearing. A final protective order typically lasts for up to two years. However, if the actions of the abuser resulted in serious bodily injury to you or any member of your household, the Judge can also issue a final protective order that lasts longer than two years. This is especially true if the abuser has had two or more protective orders issued against him or her in the past, or if the violent actions exacted against you are considered a felony criminal offense (i.e., strangling by the throat).

Conversely, however, a judge can decide to reduce the originally ordered duration of a protective order or perhaps lift the protective order entirely. Individuals who are subject to protective orders issued against them (often referred to as Respondents or Defendants) can file a motion with the court to request a reduction or discontinuation one year after the order was issued. After such a request is made, the Judge will first hold a hearing and receive evidence and testimony from both parties before deciding whether or not there is a need to leave the protective order in place.

Emergency Protective Orders

The types of protective orders discussed above are issued in a civil district court after you have filed an application for a protective order. But they do not require that your spouse or partner be physically arrested by law enforcement for the violent actions you are alleging they engaged in before you can attempt to obtain them. Emergency protective orders, however, are typically issued by a criminal court following an arrest for violent behavior against a spouse, dating partner, or any member of the household. Emergency protective orders, which are also known as a Magistrate’s Order of Emergency Protection (“MOEP”), generally last up to 60 days after one is issued. This type of emergency protective order is a more expedient and effective option if your spouse or partner has engaged in assault, stalking, sexual assault, sexual abuse, or sex trafficking, for example.  While most emergency orders automatically expire after 60 days, this type of protective order can also be extended by the criminal court. If the abuser has used or brandished a deadly weapon while committing any of the above-mentioned crimes, the order may be in place for longer. The arresting officer will usually file an emergency protective order at the time of the arrest. However, an order can also be issued after the complainant or the District Attorney’s office requests the appropriate court to issue a MOEP.

Fearing for your own safety and livelihood only compounds the complications and stresses in an already tenuous situation at home. An experienced family law attorney can help you determine the best course of action if you are seeking legal protection from an abusive spouse partner. The law firm of Jenkins & Kamin LLP stands ready to advise you and advocate on your behalf.

Jenkins & Kamin LLP is one of the most respected family law firms in Texas. The firm is noted for its “team” approach by pairing skilled attorneys, paralegals, and other support staff to enhance each client’s experience in difficult life transitions.

In addition to the “team” approach, Jenkins & Kamin, LLP strives to personalize case strategies for each individual client, including identification of every particular legal issue and effective explanation of the law with respect to those issues.  The firm endeavors to achieve a resolution that is appropriate for each client, while aggressively advocating on their behalf when necessary. Having a dedicated and experienced team working with you in any family law matter is of utmost importance to achieve the best result possible.

Jenkins & Kamin LLP represents clients in the following aspects of family law practice: Marital Property Agreements, Divorce, Complex Property Issues, Child Custody & Visitation, Child Support, Parentage, Modifications, Domestic Violence Issues, Family Law Appeals, and Dispute Resolution Alternatives. To learn more about the firm, visit www.jenkinskamin.com or contact one of our offices in the greater Houston area.