See the slideshow of participants in bikinis here.

The Texans are 9-1. The Rockets have a new, exciting young team. The Dynamo are going to the MLS Cup. It's fall and hurricane season for the Gulf Coast is over. The holidays are upon us. It's a great time to be alive and living in Houston.

We'll give you another reason to be happy: Kenda Carroll. The young Ms. Carroll walked away with the crown in the Swimsuit USA International competition last weekend in Cancun. Congrats to her and to all a good night!

Another bonus photo after the jump.