Eateries & Drinkeries

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.

Emma’s 3rd Birthday & Gilly

January 18, 2020 by Mellie Dee Leave a Comment

I went and picked up my metallic Deadpool from Box Lunch then headed off to lunch with June at Yummy Crawfish and Seafood. The place was packed! Our stomaches have definitely gotten smaller because we couldn’t even finished what we were sharing!

Emma's Third Birthday Party | Bounce House

I dropped June off and I headed to Wacko’s new house to celebrate Emma’s 3rd birthday. Nice decorations and a bounce house.

Emma's Third Birthday Party | Tacos and Soup

The best thing was of course the food. Beef, pork, and chicken tacos. They were LEGIT. And nachos and bean soup to seal it all up. I was hoping I could eat more but I couldn’t.

I left and headed to Mallory’s while they were still partying it up. We watched an episode or two of Dynasty and caught up.

Then I headed to Toro Sushi to meet up with Gilly. He puts sugar in his soy sauce! And nothing else. How crazy is that. This place was actually super delicious and we ended up talking for three hours about everything and nothing.

I’m back home now wishing the weekend wasn’t about to be over. Hoping this upcoming week will be a better one at work. Sigh.

Q1 2020 Team Away Day

January 9, 2020 by Mellie Dee Leave a Comment

I ran the first team away day of the year. I was nervous, flubbed a lot, but overall it went well. It’s also the reason I’ve been MIA this week. I’ve been working hard to put everything together and I’m glad everyone had a great time.

Q1 2020 Team Away Day | BATL Houston Heights

After our discussion on our 2020 goals, we headed to BATL Houston Heights for some axe throwing.

Q1 2020 Team Away Day | BATL Houston Heights | Food

We ordered burgers and pizza for lunch along with two alcoholic beverages. The food comes from next door while the drinks are there at the place which is pretty convenient. The pizza was great though I heard the burgers were meh.

Q1 2020 Team Away Day | BATL Houston Heights | Mellie Dee Axe Throwing

I got to throw big and small axes but overall I sucked horribly. Not so horrible that I was last place though!

I got to make shirts for everyone for this axe throwing event. I’m glad they turned out great and even the people who printed the shirts were surprised at how well and clean the design came out! So … I guess I do shirts that can be sent to the printers now. Hit me up!

We left early and some went to happy hour. I went over to Mallory’s and came in seeing this bundle in his bouncer. He was a happy baby the whole time I was there!

we ordered food from Cafe Del Sol and got Door Dash to deliver. Their food is pretty delicious.

Mallory and I watched a few episodes of Dynasty before I left. And now it’s relaxing and then working from home tomorrow. Yippie!

The Mindy Project & Office Lady Podcast

January 4, 2020 by Mellie Dee Leave a Comment

Breakfast of champions with Sissy, Mum and Dad at Red Truck Cafe. Food was pretty good. It has a homey feel to it and the service was terrific. I had to pack a lot of it to go as well.

Sissy and I drove back home in time for the Texan game. June came to pick me up and I’ve been relaxing, spending time cuddling Rizzo.

Last night Sissy and I binged on three episodes of The Mindy Project. I had watched the first episode and couldn’t get into it but it seems it’s funnier as you keep watching. I’ve been hooked and cannot stop. It reminds me of New Girl and The Office mixed together.

Speaking of The Office, there’s a podcast called Office Ladies. Jenna Fischer and Angela Kinsey rewatch every episode of the show and then comment on it. They give facts and background to the show. It’s hilarious. Sissy and I listened to the first episode together and then we went home and re-watched it. If you loved The Office, you should definitely go listen to it!

Finn and Emmy Meet

January 3, 2020 by Mellie Dee Leave a Comment

Woke up to Brudda telling me the 10 inch Deadpools were for my birthday this year to me replying it could be for two since there so many. He ran to his storage and pulled these small ones out to add to it. I’m going to bed more storage space until I move out!

Finn’s room is now ready! I might just call him Ethan in here since we haven’t locked down a nickname for him. Do y’all like the wall decal? I took what brother sent me and changed it just a tad and cut it out and applied it. I’m open for business! Holler at me.

We dropped Sissy at the hair salon then Mum and I went to run some errands before going to XO Coffee and Bistro. Iced latte for me and a mocha and pastry for Mum. Then we walked around some local shops before Sissy was done.

Zero Degrees & Beard Papas | Plano, Texas

We stopped by Beard Papas and Zero Degrees to pick up lunch for the family. Beard Papas gave out free mugs since January 2nd was cream puff day which was pretty awesome.

Emmy wanted to get out of the house so Sissy and I took her to Target. We went home and played with her for a while before Emmy finally got to meet Finn. I heard she was unsure first but warmed up quick.

Jenny and Le came over and Brudda opened the Single Malt Whiskey they brought from Japan. It was super smooth. We all hung out for a long while before we all headed off to bed.

Tomorrow we head home. Can’t wait to see Rizzo!!