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Thnks Fr Th Cmpny

March 15, 2019 by Mellie Dee Leave a Comment

Does anyone get the reference to my blog title?!

If you said Thnks Fr Th Mmrs then you are correct!

Just a quick catch up of the last few weeks.

February 28, 2019

2018 Rodeo Houston | Luke Bryan | Priscilla & Mellie Dee

Priscilla and I made plans to see Luke Bryan in less than a five-minute text conversation. My most spontaneous “yes” and it was an amazing experience. Note to self: Make more spontaneous choices.

They had some great garlic cheese fries that’s a must eat!

2018 Rodeo Houston | Luke Bryan Concert | Priscilla & Mellie Dee

We ate some delicious rodeo foods and sat in the freezing cold to catch up about life before the concert. He’s always been on my list of people to see and I’m glad I can check it off my list. He forgot lyrics to “Crash My Party” and it was adorable.

March 2, 2019

Emmy 2nd Birthday

Emmy turned two years old on March 6th and we had her birthday party on the 2nd. Brudda went all out with the decorations and I assisted with the curtains which came out looking pretty great. She had a great time and was a trooper with all the pictures.

Emmy 2nd Birthday | Rizzo

Rizzo had a great time on Emmy’s new tricycle.

March 4, 2019

2018 Rodeo Houston | Old Dominion | John, Mallory, Trey & Mellie Dee

John had free tickets to see Old Dominon at the rodeo. He got to invite a friend, Trey, and Mallory got to invite a friend, me. It was freezing cold out and so after while we called it quits and went into the stadium.

2018 Rodeo Houston | Old Dominion | John, Mallory, Trey & Mellie Dee | Rodeo

We had amazing seats and I got to see all the features of all the animals which means I cried throughout the whole show because … poor animals.

2018 Rodeo Houston | Old Dominion | Mallory & Mellie Dee

Mallory and I don’t take many pictures together so, here’s one without the boys.

2018 Rodeo Houston | Old Dominion Concert | John, Mallory, Trey & Mellie Dee

I was surprised how many songs I knew from them. I’m not sure what happened but he was in crutches so he was just sitting on the thrown the whole time.

March 7, 2019

2018 Rodeo Houston | Tim McGraw | Sissy, Julie & Mellie Dee

Sissy and Julie were going to buy tickets to see Tim McGraw and I slid myself in their plans because … why not?

2018 Rodeo Houston | Tim McGraw | Sissy & Mellie Dee

Also, I’m so glad I’ve gotten to wear my cowboy boots. Scruffy’s cousin was able to give us a discount and I always dreamed of wearing them to the rodeo and my wish came true.

2018 Rodeo Houston | Tim McGraw Concert | Sissy, Julie & Mellie Dee

Tim McGraw looks great for his age and it made my heart melt when he ran all around the stadium floor to give everyone high fives. Much love for him and it shows how much he truly loves his fans.

2018 Rodeo Houston | Tim McGraw Concert with Clay Walker | Sissy, Julie & Mellie Dee

He even had Clay Walker make a guest appearance on one of his songs which got the crowd going wild. He even played longer than his allotted one hour. So amazing.

March 8, 2019

Dinner and Movie at Priscilla

Priscilla was nice enough to invite me over to her house for dinner when I was having an emotional breakdown. She cooked some delicious fish and veggies while I got to play with her youngest who was in love with me. We watched Instant Family and I cried throughout the whole movie because some of it resonated with me.

March 9, 2019

2018 Rodeo Houston | Kane Brown | Mallory & Mellie Dee

Another Mallory and me picture. It seems we have to be doing some type of activity to get pictures together.

2018 Rodeo Houston | Kane Brown | Leah, Mallory & Mellie Dee | Rodeo

Leah drove down to go to the rodeo with us and introduced us to Cheetos Popcorn. I’ve seen it but never ventured to get it and my goodness. We couldn’t stop eating it. Someone, please tell me how we can make our own! Luckily, having the popcorn took my mind off of the rodeo because … poor animals.

2018 Rodeo Houston | Kane Brown Concert | Leah, Mallory & Mellie Dee

Kane Brown concert hit hard. I cried at almost all his songs because it reminded me of Scruffy. And when his wife jumped on stage to hug him and kiss him my heart hurt even more. They are so adorable together. So much love! Also, he was presented with a 4k Platinum plaque for his song, Heaven! Congratulations!

March 10, 2019

Juhi came back from London on Friday and wanted to go to the rodeo. She didn’t care for a concert and just wanted to have carnival foods and see mutton busting. Sadly, mutton busting didn’t happen. This was a spontaneous “yes” and I had a great time!

2018 Rodeo Houston | Erin, Juhi & Mellie Dee

John and Erin were available and we all walked around the whole entire place and ate so much food. I finally got to go to the Wine area! We got a bottle of wine and sat and talked life.

2018 Rodeo Houston | Juhi & Mellie Dee | Llamas

Juhi really wanted to play games and growing up, I’ve never really got to do that and win stuffed animals so I was down to do so. I’ve always wanted a date to the rodeo to do cutesy stuff like that. I understand I could just go and buy a stuffed animal but it’s not the same as winning one. I like to obtain memories more than anything.

I won a boy llama and she won a girl one. We were both TOO happy about it.

March 14, 2019

Luchi & Joey's | Houston, Texas | Juhi's Welcome Back

We had a welcome back lunch for Juhi at Luchi & Joey’s. It’s not the best but it wasn’t the worst. It was nice to catch up with old coworkers as well and now I’m invited to their crawfish boil next weekend. I’m excited!

The Boil House | Houston, Texas | Erin, Juhi, Chris

Speaking of crawfish, Erin, Juhi, Chris and I went to The Boil House for some delicious crawfish. This is cajun style and the flavour was on point but I still love my garlic butter crawfish. Will I come back? Yes, if I was in the area.

Switch Party with Erin, Juhi, Chris

We got alcohol and went back to Erin’s for a Nintendo Switch party. We played Smash and the verdict is that we are pretty horrible at it. We went on with Mario Party and I got first place! We also played a couple rounds of Overcooked and I feel like that’s when friendships end. haha

Life just hit all at once and my bottled up emotions all exploded everywhere. With it all, I still tried to live my best life and enjoyed the company I was surrounded by. Thankful for all of them.

Filed Under: Eateries & Drinkeries, Music Tagged With: Concerts, Houston, Houston Rodeo, Mexican and Tex-Mex, Seafood, Texas

Girl’s Night in San Antonio

January 11, 2019 by Mellie Dee 2 Comments

San Antonio Bound with Monkey

I worked a full day and headed off to San Antonio right after. I was so tired and pooped out that the drive was actually not that great especially because it rained the whole time. Coffee didn’t even help and instead just made me want to pee.

Whenever I travel alone I usually bring along a stuffed animal for company. It makes me not as scared. I’m a kid at heart. It’s been tough doing things alone after having someone with you almost 24/7 but I’ve been pushing myself to be independent again.

Taquitos West Ave | San Antonio, Texas

It was almost a four hour drive but I survived! I drove to Patricia’s and we headed to Thuy’s soon after. I haven’t been to her house since the bridal shower and they got a lot of work done on the house. So homey and calming.

We went to Taquitos West Ave. I’ve been wanting to go here the last four times I’ve been in town so I was so excited. They are SO good! I’m told the other location is even better so my goodness I need that next time!

Panaderia West Ave | San Antonio, Texas

We went next door to the Panaderia West Ave, a bakery for some goodies. This one is actually for Patricia’s brother but hey, picture opportunity. I felt bad because germs but she said he wouldn’t mind so …

Thuy, Patricia, Mellie Dee

We stopped for a quick group picture before heading back to Thuy’s house. I’ve realized I don’t have many pictures with Thuy so this is perfect. I love y’all!

Wine at Thuy's

We went back to Thuy’s, gave Vu his food and sat on the couch with our wine. We talked about so many things but mostly about guys and the like. You know, usual girl talk.

I haven’t caught up with Thuy in so long so it was long overdue. Poor Patricia was a trooper for staying up best she could so I could have my hangout time with Thuy. You’re the best, P!

Filed Under: Eateries & Drinkeries, Travel Tagged With: Dessert, Mexican and Tex-Mex, San Antonio, Texas

State Fare Kitchen & Bar | Houston, Texas

December 29, 2018 by Mellie Dee Leave a Comment

State Fare Kitchen and Bar | Houston, Texas

I woke up, got ready and met Juhi, Vijay, and Erin at State Fare Kitchen & Bar. I loved seeing their little glowing words – “good vibes only please”.

State Fare Kitchen and Bar | Houston, Texas | Mimosa Flight
Mimosa Flight [orange, pineapple, pomegranate, grapefruit] | $14

We shared a Mimosa Flight which some thought was a little too much champagne. Mine was perfect though – grapefruit is always the way to go! I love how Vijay has his thumbs up without knowning. Thanks and Gig ‘Em! haha

State Fare Kitchen and Bar | Houston, Texas | Avocado & Street Corn Toast
Avocado & Street Corn [local whole grain bread, mashed avocado, elote, crema, tajin] | $8 (fried egg | $1)

This was in it’s own category. Was it the best, no. But was it good enough to satisfy my taste buds of elote? Yes. I even got a boomerang shot of the egg yolk breaking. So pretty!

2018 | 363/365 | State Fare Kitchen and Bar | Houston, Texas | H-Town Hot Fried Chicken
H-Town Hot Fried [all natural half chicken, skillet cheddar potatoes & cauliflower] | $24

[2018] 363/365: Best Dang Half Chicken

This was literally the best half chicken I’ve ever had. The chicken breast was so moist (I hate that word) and the spicy crust was perfect crispness! I would definitely come back and order this again although I could do without the cheddar potatoes and cauliflower.

We had some great conversations and catch ups and cannot wait for more! Foodventures is pretty much all we do and when Juhi comes back from her stint in England, we can go back to our wonderful baking sessions. Eeek!

Hot Pot Dinner

Dinner consisted of hot pot since it had been freezing out. It hit the spot and I was happy to get my fish tofu and plethora of veggies.

7 Days to Die and Once Upon a Time

I felt like Emmy got most of us sick so I’ve been downing medicine and staying home as much as possible. When Brudda suggested playing 7 Days to Die, I jumped on it. BIL and Timothy joined in but it took thirty minutes to an hour to set up since we were having technical difficulties everywhere. I don’t know how I feel about it yet but I do not hate it that much. It’ll take time but deep down inside, I believe Diablo is a better game.

Filed Under: Eateries & Drinkeries Tagged With: Breakfast and Brunch, Houston, Project 365, Texas

Finn’s Hall | Houston, Texas

December 28, 2018 by Mellie Dee Leave a Comment

Last Breakfast Klub at Work

Work is going continental breakfast on January 2nd so this will be my last Breakfast Klub from work. We’ll have one more free breakfast meal come Monday and that will be it. I’m lucky to have been fed so much working at this job.

Finn's Hall | Houston, Texas

I went to lunch with Vicky and Joel at Finn’s Hall.

2018 | 362/365 | Low Tide at Finn's Hall

[2018] 362/365: Finn’s Hall – Low Tide

I chose Low Tide with Joel while Vicky went Vietnamese. I’m not too certain how I feel about the place since I only tried one stall but I will say I am not a great fan.

The fish was way too big and wasn’t completely fried well. The batter was a bit raw on one side so it was a bummer having to pull it off. The gumbo was salty but was the best thing I ordered. The Crawfish etoufee balls don’t have much to comment on.

I am starting to get sick and I really hope it’s because of allergies I don’t know I have. Fingers crossed I get well soon because I don’t have time to be sick.

Filed Under: Eateries & Drinkeries Tagged With: Houston, Project 365, Seafood, Texas

Skin Care, Foodie, & Parktime

December 23, 2018 by Mellie Dee Leave a Comment

Sissy came over this morning and we all ordered IHOP takeout for breakfast. Afterward we played with Emmy for a while before Sissy, June and I headed to the new skin care store.

Tony Moly Haul

We thought they were connected since they technically are but you pay separately. Me and June’s haul. The Panda’s Dream from Tony Moly is one of my favourites! It really does make me feel a little more awake.

It's Skin Haul

I bought the two blue products from It’s Skin. The rest are June’s. Pore tightening serum and moisturizing mist. I just used both of these tonight and so far I’m feeling refreshed.

Beard Papa's | Katy, Texas

We stopped by Beard Papa’s, a place we’ve been dying to try. They are adorable but also costly. Each one costs almost $4!

Beard Papa's | Katy, Texas | Christmas Theme

They kept some festivity going with the sprinkles so they get some points there. As for taste, they’re not my favourite. We all agreed it’s not something we would ever crave and to be truthful I felt they tasted pretty much the same. We got vanilla creme in all of them but each shell is a different flavour.

Yan Tea | Katy, Texas

Mum wanted us to take some boba back home to her so I got a Hazelnut Milk Tea from Yan Tea for myself. Verdict? Too sweet and way too much ice. More than half of my drink was ice! I was very disappointed since it’s not cheap at all! Definitely not coming back here especially because they were so disorganized.

2018 | 357/365 | Photoshoot at the Park

[2018] 357/365: Photoshoot at the Park

A quick picture I snapped while the whole family went to the park. It was such a nice afternoon so it was perfect.

Photoshoot in the Park | Side Hustle

Brudda was going all out on his photography skills so I helped by holding a giant flash all around the park. Feeling a little important but mostly ridiculous.

Sleeping Rizzo Cuddles

Rizzo was so happy I was finally home and has not left squished next to me wherever I am. Sleepy baby.

Filed Under: Beauty & Fashion, Eateries & Drinkeries Tagged With: Asian, Coffee and Tea, Dessert, Project 365

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