We’ve been asking residents to share their stories for almost 20 years. There are times when their openness and courage amaze us. Such is the case with Dr. Rex Marco, a spine surgeon learning to live and work with quadriplegia after his mountain-biking accident in Memorial Park last year. His powerful story, told by Cathy Gordon, is a must-read. Also, this month, the always-lively Cindy Gabriel flashes us back a few decades to Houston’s Front Page era of investigative journalists and criminal-courthouse characters. Speaking of journalists, check out our talented 2020-21 School Buzz team of correspondents, who cover more than 25 area high schools. And we all love stories about friendship – how fun it is to read Andria Frankfort’s story about 13 guys who bonded in college over football, leading to an active 40-year friendship. Through the good and rough times, this dynamic group shows up for each other. Goals. joni@thebuzzmagazines.com