I took Emmy to Stomping Grounds Play Cafe this morning. I’ve had always wanted her and JJ to meet one day and play together and my dreams came true today. But she was more interested in eating than playing which was surprisingly since she had a whole breakfast thirty minutes prior.

They gave each other high fives, she climbed a mountain, played together and shared food. My heart is so full. She even talked a lot of gibberish with Mallory. I hope they do this again one day soon!

After I took her home and she forced me to play guitar and sing her to sleep, I headed off to San Antonio. Halfway there I stopped at Buc-ee’s for a pick me up. I saw Bang and had to get it. Justin, from my old job, introduced it to me and it’s the only thing that gets me jittery awake.

Once I got there I worked a bit before Liliana and Daniel’s arrival. She got me Game of Thrones Oreos and a Ohio magazine for inspiration when I visit. Eeep!

After awhile of chilling at the house and Patricia got home we went and got dinner at Taquitos & Panaderia West Ave. Ashley and Ivan met up with us as well. Taqueria Data point is still my favourite though.

We went to Fast Eddy’s and got shots with the group. I was only able to get this picture since we were a little to spread out.

Our group picture, finally after a couple of years. We are currently playing pool and Doug has joined us. I’m not sure where the night will take us but no more blogging and back to enjoying the lovely company!

Rizzo living the good life while I slaved away at work today. This was what I wanted to be doing but instead, I was in meetings upon meetings. Taking two days off to spend with Emmy was worth it but the workload is killing me, even after working for a couple of hours a day when I was off. One more day until the weekend. I got this!

One of my high school students I mentor to get into college reached out with an essay draft. I may not be the best writer in the world but I love proofreading and reading other peoples stories. She’s a foreigner like me so it’s nice to know she felt and went through the same things as I did.

Currently having this little stinker in my lap while she watches her educational YouTube videos while I blog. She’s growing so fast and the next time I see her she probably won’t want to sit in my lap so these are the memories I cherish and am thankful to have.

I had the greatest pleasure of driving Emmy to Sissy’s alone. I’ve driven this stinker around plenty of times but there was always someone with me to sit with her in the back. I was a little worried about how it’ll go. I stopped by McDonald’s for a quick breakfast, handing her some eggs and hash-browns. She ate very little but was quiet. She wasn’t even awake for a full hour and had fallen asleep during the car ride.

We got to Sissy’s where she played with BIL, Kato, and Bruno before we headed to the Children’s Museum. She was all over the place, touching everything she pleased and had so much fun. Her favourites were the phones and gong.

After a good hour or so we went and got food in their little deli shop. Chicken tenders, apple juice, fruit, veggie burger, and fries. She picked the grapes herself, her favourite thing so far. I was surprised at how much she ate and was so proud of her for staying in her seat and for not getting fussy like the day before.

We dropped Sissy off and headed home. I saw this ridiculousness and had to share. Look at the license plate! … I guess this is good for floods.

I had worked a bit in the morning before we left so coming back, I had less to do. I’ve become one of those people who cannot unplug during vacation. Yikes. Not good. Two days of work before the weekend and seeing some of my loves. I cannot wait!

I worked a couple of hours in the morning at home before Sissy came over. We, along with Dad, stopped by at T.J.Maxx to get socks for Emmy. We found cute little Fourth of July headbands and she had a fun time looking at herself in the mirror.

We took Emmy to Giggles and Fun Indoor Playground. There was a little girl that kept following her and when they were in the ball pit, that same girl threw balls at Emmy’s head. No worries, I stared the little girl down and she stopped.

Emmy was pooped so we headed off to lunch. We were going to get McDonald’s or something but decided on Olive Garden. It wasn’t a super good idea since she started to get fussy towards the end since she needed her nap.

We took her home then Sissy and I went and got manicures and pedicures. It took a couple of hours which I’m surprised at but they were very careful and precise which hasn’t been the case for many places in a while. I love the dark blue but sad about my lavender. I wish it was a tad bit darker.

We went to Sephora and Trader Joe’s to drop some dough then stopped at Krispy Kreme. Not many people know that if the light is on, it means they’re making a fresh batch of donuts, which means you can get one for free! Then we went crazy and bought a bunch of goodies to share with the family.

My new computer chair was long overdue! I’ve been scouring the web for a good year or so. It came this morning and I finally had time to build it. I was kind of proud of myself with how I did. This was on sale and so far, it’s comfy and the added footrest makes a big difference. I know that the “leather” is going to get ruined or when it get super hot, my skin is going to stick to it but for now it’s perfect. It can also recline to a sleeping position and it came with a massaging lumbar support. More like vibrating but it feels okay.

Tomorrow is another day with Emmy and I cannot wait!

Sissy and BIL brought Teddy over so that Emmy could get some time in with a puppy. It was hilarious because he’s a bitter and he got a hold of Emmy’s pants and it was just a funny scene all together. His eyes! <3

When we were out eating, we found out a family was willing to adopt Teddy, as a trail period. They dropped him off with a family that has three kids who were so excited that although the mum said it was a trail, you know he has found his forever home.

I’ve always wanted to foster animals when I got older and possibly humans but I am not sure if I can after this. I am so happy he found his family but I’m also sad to watch him go.

BIL haven’t had crawfish all season so he wanted to go to Cravin’ Cajun. Sissy ordered her vegetables with mine and we all had a grand time chowing down.

Yes, I had crawfish yesterday but …. who cares! The season is almost over!

We went home, they dropped off Teddy, and Emmy took a nap before we cut the cake for BIL’s birthday. I gave him his bacon jam for his birthday which he is excited to try.

I was strumming and singing and Emmy walks in with June. I played some of her favourite songs like Moana’s How Far I’ll Go and Frozen’s Let It Go to name a few. She sang and danced along which was a dream come true to me because this is what I always wanted to do with my nieces/nephews or kids my own. We sang other songs and slowly, she was going in and out of sleep, trying hard to stay awake. I love you, Emmy.