Alexia Kazilas

HOME Alexia never thought she’d return to Houston. But now, as she recuperates from her broken leg, she is loving her hometown and exploring career opportunities here. (Photo: lawellphoto.com)

TOGETHER Alexia Kazilas adopted her dog, Osi, three years ago, and the two have been inseparable ever since. The two were hiking alone in Big Bend State Park when Alexia fell. (Photo: lawellphoto.com)  

Dr. Diana Gonzales, who found Alexia injured in Closed Canyon, used tree branches and cloth to construct a makeshift splint.

Family and friends from Houston gathered to enjoy DJ Matt Murdock's performance at the BackYARD at Waller Creek. Pictured: (back, from left) Wendie Abramson, Doug and Jana Harker, Michael Hoffman, Matt Hoffman, Dylan Villareal,  Ari Johary, Dan Weinstock, Brett Myers; (next row, from left) Wayne Pappart, Joni Hoffman, Carly Abramson, Yas Tuchaai, Chandler Farnsworth; (front row) Alan Nirenberg, Lisa Myers, Amy Abell (see Amy's SXSW recap here), Alexia Kazilas. Not pictured: David Boa