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Evolution of a Neighborhood

August 10, 2012 By Talya Tate Boerner 8 Comments

 Evolution of a Neighborhood
I walk Lucy and Annabelle several times each day. No matter the weather. They sniff and strain on their leashes, never pulling in the same direction while I study the houses and trees and yards. Munger Place was developed over 100 years ago. We have lived here ten years. In ten years things change. The cute neighbor boy who was kicking around a soccer ball ‘yesterday’ ran down the steps from his front porch this morning and drove off behind the wheel of his dad’s SUV.StoppingMeColdInMyTracks!  In ten years things change.
Trees grow, babies are born, people move, new families settle into the neighborhood. Marian is no longer sitting on the swing with Harry.
Marian Gibson
Kids go off to college in the fall and a collegiate flag proudly pops up in the yard to signify the final choice. LSU, University of Texas, Arkansas, Texas Tech.
Our son was a 3rd grader when we moved into this house. Playing with legos and struggling with spelling words. Now he’s a sophomore Razorback and speaks of change management.
Our daughter was a 7th grader. Now she’s preparing for law school. Preparing to change the world.
In June, a huge hail storm pelted the neighborhood wreaking havoc across landscapes and rooftops and windows. The sound of roofers pounding in the heat has become commonplace, drowning out the city traffic noise. The houses will continue to stand strong.
Soon, children will return back to school wearing matching uniforms. Number 2 pencils were long ago replaced with iPads. Families will be buzzing with fall activities, football, cheerleading, homework.
Munger Place Historic District
The neighborhood continues to evolve. Things change in ten years. Things change in one hundred years. We are only caretakers.

Grace Grits and Gardening

Musical Pairings:

Temporary Home – Carrie Underwood

Don’t buy the house, buy the neighborhood – Russian Proverb

Filed Under: East Dallas Tagged With: Dallas, Munger Place, Tate

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  1. Colene says

    August 10, 2012 at 7:24 am

    Life goes on! You expressed it beautifully!

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  2. The Neighborhood Wine Porch Party says

    August 10, 2012 at 7:26 am

    In the 36 years Gale and I have lived here I have seen the neighborhood go from a slum to a wonderful neighborhood community with lots of young children. During that time our neighbors have changed and changed again several time. I love the present group…maybe the best since the first few Urban Pioneers.

    And sitting on Harry’s porch, watching the neighborhood go by, while listen to his wonderful stories has become such a great experience that has enhanced our lives and our memories!

    And yes Munger Place will continue to change and evolve. Neighbors will move out and new neighbors and friends will move in. That’s the cycle of life for families and neighborhoods. And if I had it to do all over again…I would still move into that slum and watch it transform into a wonderful part of our lives!

    Gale and I will continue to be here as long as God allows us. And we will continue to watch our wonderful Munger Place evolve and change and grow! Harold & Gale

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    • TateFarmGirl says

      August 10, 2012 at 10:14 am

      We love having you as neighbors:))) Even though you have been known to butt dial me.

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  3. Angi Cartwright says

    August 10, 2012 at 7:27 am

    The only Thing that Remains the Same, is, Everything Changes.

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  4. Anonymous says

    August 10, 2012 at 9:16 am

    Loved this. Wish I had met Marian. Yes, time changes, and way too fast. I’m dancing as fast as I can…………….Mom

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    • Anonymous says

      August 10, 2012 at 9:18 am

      The song was perfect.

      Reply
  5. TimH says

    August 10, 2012 at 11:38 am

    Another great one, Talya! And yeah, time is flying by, and I’m thankful everyday for the the ride. For me, as a kid, it seemed like time dragged by, that is, except for the summers when we were out of school!=) Anyhow, I’m glad you live in such a wonderful neighborhood with awesome neighbors. My neighbors here are nice, but tend to seclude themselves in their homes, for now, that is. I sure could use a “Munger Place: How to Meet Your Neighbors Handbook for Dummies!!!” written by my new favorite author!!!=)

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  6. TateFarmGirl says

    August 10, 2012 at 2:38 pm

    Our neighborhood is definitely not typical. You should move here!

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