Eateries & Drinkeries

Tea Top | Katy, Texas

January 29, 2020 by Mellie Dee Leave a Comment

Guys! I’ve struggled with my internet speed since I was a child. CHILD! Today Brudda set up a booster and my speed is so freaking fast now. In every single part of our house. It’s such a new thing to me that I had to document it.

Technical QBR with Reservoir Engineers & Geologists

Today the reservoir engineers and geologist presented at the technical quarterly business review. It’s such a great feeling to see all your hard work being put to use. I’ve also found my love for fresh blueberries again.

After a day full of meetings I went home for dinner. I had promised to take Tammy for dessert so we, along with Emmy and June, went to Eight Turn Crepe. It was good but not as good as good as when it first opened. We still had fun though.

We then stopped at Tea Top since it’s apparently one of the best rated. It took us a lot of time to figure out the menunanf they were very patient.It was only okay for me but I guess I’ll still come back.

I’ve been binging on The Crown since starting it with Mallory. It’s getting better and better. I feel my British accent coming up. It’s horrid though.

Two more days of work til the weekend!!

2020 Chinese New Year Lion Dance

January 26, 2020 by Mellie Dee Leave a Comment

Sleeping at two in the morning I set my alarm for seven am so that I could check in to see if Mallory was still down to do lion dances with me. Actually, it was for me to do it with her. She called me out for never taking her in the years we’ve known one another.

I stopped by Starbucks for a green tea latte and picked up a coffee for her as well. Since I had taken meds, I had to eat and picked up these eggs for the first time. It’s actually not bad, and similar to the egg cupcakes I use to make in college.

Karma Kolaches & Desserts | Katy, Texas | Mallory & JJ

The fatty in me couldn’t resist a Kolaches when we got to Karma Kolache and Desserts. This was were the lion dances were happening and JJ was super excited! He was also hopped up on his sugar from the donuts but stayed a sweet sweet boy. Mallory and I loved the kronut the best and hope to come back for more in the future.

Karma Kolaches & Desserts | Katy, Texas | Mallory & JJ | 2020 Chinese New Year Lion Dance

Soon enough, the lions started dancing and JJ, afraid when they approached at first ended up loving them. He was brave enough to feed them dollar bills and was eaten by one in the last frame.

2020 Chinese New Year | JJ Chinese Jacket

We decided to go again to the HMart one so I followed them home and relaxed a bit before heading back out again, this time with John as well. We met up with Madison, Brandon, Daisy, Darby, and Danica. They were already chowing down on some egg waffles and ice cream so John ordered an ice cream and shared it with JJ.

I share this picture because JJ finally fits the Chinese Jacket I got him when he was born! He loved it and would have kept it on if it wasn’t so thick. Fail on my part for thinking it’d be cold during Chinese New Year. Come on, Melissa, we live in Texas.

HMart | Katy, Texas | JJ, Daisy, Danica, Darby | 2020 Chinese New Year Lion Dance

This one was definitely more professional since they did some neat tricks and even have the guy in the mask. Not sure his name but his role is to trick the lions to come to him.

After we left and was heading to Mallory’s house, JJ kept asking if he could come over to my house. I guess I’m cool now. He probably associate lions to me now like he does with Trey and his motorcycle.

I made a delicious early dinner. First time I ever poached eggs and I’m proud with how they came out.

Cleaning is complete and I worked a good couple of hours and meal prepped. It’s been a very busy day but it’s all been worthwhile.

2020 Chinese New Year Part 2

January 25, 2020 by Mellie Dee Leave a Comment

We celebrated Chinese New Year today by going to Grandma’s, meeting up with uncles, aunts, Sissy and BIL. I played Tetris and went up to level 99 before it ended saying Congratulations. I wanted to see how far I could go! Ugh. BIL and I played a few games of Bomberman before calling it quits since the CPU won’t EVERY SINGLE TIME. We’re horrible.

When we left June, Mum and I stopped by Duck and Bao since eating dumplings is good luck for the new year. When we were just about finished the waiter told us they had changed chefs. It explains why the food tasted different than our first time. It wasn’t as flavourful, not as much juices and you can see the hole at the top of the soup dumplings. It was a bummer. We still enjoyed our meal though. Hopefully, when they asked for my feedback, they take what I say to consideration to make it better.

I’ve been cleaning my office in preparation for the little ones to arrive! I’ve been getting in a lot of Netflix movies while doing so.i keep forgetting to clean and end up just watching. Maybe I’m getting old and I can’t multitask anymore …

Delices de Maurice | Katy, Texas

January 24, 2020 by Mellie Dee Leave a Comment

Today has been a fairly good day. I woke up early and got my blood work done then headed over to the chiropractor. I splurged and got some sole inserts custom made that’s going to come in a couple of weeks. This is the first session where anywhere he put his hands on it cracked so nicely. I feel as if some weight has been lifted.

I walked around World Market for a bit then headed to Delices de Maurice to meet up with Sebastian. He was nice enough to treat me to dessert, berry fruit tart for me and a cream puff for him. We each got a savory type crepe. I also got a hazelnut latte and he got a French onion soup.

Everything was perfectly made. We both agreed it’s the best crepe in Houston and the pastry was so crisp and fresh. I want more! This is by far one of the best French bistros in Houston!

We sat and talked for what was only supposed to be an hour since he had to pack and head to Austin. By the time we looked down on our phones we realized over two hours had passed. We bid our farewells and I headed home.

After a while I headed to the dealership for some maintenance before heading back home to our Chinese New Year meal.

I’m currently being lazy but I really need to start cleaning my office so that when Brudda, SIL, Emmy, and Finn come down, they have a clean place to sleep for a whole week! Yippie!!

Bamboo House | Houston, Texas

January 23, 2020 by Mellie Dee Leave a Comment

I took the plunge and got tickets to San Diego! I will get to have a short and nice trip away from work for a few days. I can’t imagine the work I’ll have coming back but I’m trying to not overthink and just enjoy.

Bamboo House | Houston, Texas | NOV Lunch

Work has been crazy so I was happy I got to walk away for a New Year’s lunch with the NOV team. We ventured to Bamboo House for a legit meal. It’s always nice getting this time with them because if feels so natural. The duck was my favourite. I rarely get it with the tortilla type wrap and instead get the ball so it was a nice change, not as heavy as it would have been if it was with the bao.

After putting out a few fires I headed to Mallory’s. Beth was also over so we hung out and I played with JJ a bit before we ordered dinner from DoorDash and opened a wine. A much needed wine after a rough week.

Mallory and I are currently trying to figure out what show to watch.