# 33 Relocating with Online Maps

APARTMENTS:
I searched all three apartments sites and liked http://www.apartmentguide.com/ the best. The other two showed "featured apartments" at the top that were NOT in my search area/zip code. I had to scroll down to find the Katy apartments. The site, http://www.apartmentfinder.com/ only came up with three complexes compared to three pages of ten complexes per page on Apartment Guide. Going back was difficult at http://www.apartments.com/. I had to start a new search each time I tried to go back and look at a different complex. On Apartment Guide, going back was easier and there was a place you could click on for seeing ALL Katy apartments, not just the ones in the 77450 zip code. Maps were helpful and I like the hybrid best.
The last time I searched for apartments was when I was in my late teens, so I was amazed by all the amenities and availabilities. The deposits required were as low as $75.00 I always thought they expected first and last months rent as a deposit. I compared two complexes in Katy and found that they were similar. Since I have a dog (70# yellow lab) I was interested to find out about the pet policies. The Vineyards Apartments http://www.apartmentguide.com/apartments/Texas/Katy/Vineyards/PropertyOverview.aspx?listingid=34995has a no weight limit and a $250 non-refundable pet fee with no aggressive breeds. The Kingsland Ranch http://www.apartmentguide.com/apartments/Texas/Katy/Kingsland++Ranch/PropertyOverview.aspx?listingid=36565has a 50# limit and a $350 deposit, which would keep me from continuing my interest in this particular complex. They were both disability accessible.
HOUSES:
I looked on the http://www.har.com/ site first and then went to the http://www.googlemaps.com/ site and clicked on My Maps to find houses with some land/property. I focused on Brookshire, Austin, Sealy and San Antonio. Found one in Brookshire at Peregrine Estates II that has 2 acres with a 2170 sq foot home on it. I would move in a minute if I could...but probably couldn't sell the home I'm in. This home is in the country, 6.11 miles from a country grocery store, 9.36 miles from a drugstore, and 7.19 miles from a library.
This website, http://www.walkscore.com/ was pretty cool. My son moved to Nashville so I looked up Nashville while I was looking. And then I used my current address to see how accurate it is. Didn't know about half the places within my walking area...especially the HEB #497 which is NOT there at 1621 N Mason Rd. I think it must be at 1621 S Mason Rd. So, there goes the accuracy of the site right out the window.

32 Current Events...

I haven't been posting lately. Lots of family visiting, summer reading at work, and just too much to do. I have gone to this site and saw what was offered, then asked a question. Here are the sites I accessed. 100 Things To Do With Google Maps .
What time is it on the island of Guam? My in-laws live there and they were just here visiting. As many years as we have lived here (over 20 years) I never can remember the time difference. This site will help me find out quickly. Today it is 4:37 pm (Thurs) here, and on Guam it is 7:37 am (Friday). A difference of 15 hours. Now, what happens when daylight savings time changes?

I explored the Global Incident Map, Terra Server, and National Atlas. My dad really liked the Global Incident Map. He's into all the "end times" discussion, and likes to see what's going on around the world. It could be a little scary depending on what's going on.
I can't see ever using the who is sick.org site. I can understand the concern, but not sure it would really be useful.
Good to know all these sites exist...I find myself telling people all the time..."just google it" whenever they have a question and need a quick answer.
I looked at the http://www.toeat.com/ site and found several restaurants I frequent. The best Chinese restaurant in Katy is Fortune Village. Check it out!


http://www.qlock.com/time/gmaps?map=1

http://whoissick.org/sickness/

http://maps.huge.info/zip.htm