BetterMENt: The Art of Style

Man in a tailored suit reflecting personal style, BetterMENt column

“Style is very personal. It has nothing to do with fashion. Fashion is over quickly. Style is forever.” – Ralph Lauren The art of being yourself sounds simple, yet many people fall into the trap of trying to keep up with trends – wearing specific brands simply because they are popular. I have never cared … Read more

BetterMENt: The Art of Saying HOWDY

Frank Addington, Jr Texas is known as a friendly state.  In our early days when folks lived out on ranches, town was where people came to get supplies,  do a little dancing and visit neighbors at a dance hall on Saturday night and attend Church on Sunday.   Technology and screens have changed our lives … Read more

BetterMENt: The Art of the Note

A cowboy-themed notecard set with longhorn cattle and cactus illustrations, accompanied by a Texas A&M Real Estate pen and an envelope labeled Frank Addington Jr., displayed on a cowhide surface.

Chances are, you have a handwritten card or note that a family member or friend mailed that you have saved.  When you see it, doesn’t it serve as a quiet reminder of that person?  Perhaps they are no longer with us, and that note is your link to them.  Perhaps it marks a special occasion, … Read more