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2019 Marble Falls | Day 3

May 19, 2019 by Mellie Dee Leave a Comment

I didn’t go to bed until after two in the morning. I watched two episodes so that I could finish season one before going to bed. That show gets you so mind f*cked I couldn’t stop! Definitely a great show if you haven’t seen it before. It’s one where you really have to pay attention. I can’t even play my games or multitask like I usually do!

Hilton In | Marble Falls, Texas | Breakfast

Patricia and I decided to go the lazy route and stay at the hotel and eat our leftovers for breakfast. She went downstairs to grab herself some coffee and came back with a ton of sausages and potatoes. We watched the end to a movie before heading out.

Starbucks, Smart water, and Mexsnax Chichurritos

We stopped at Starbucks for some caffeine for our road back home. I got myself a pound cake but didn’t even touch it. My new favourite horrible for you snack is the Mexsnax Chichurritos in Chile and lime. I had these fresh back in Cancun at Wacko and Monica’s wedding and it brought back memories. Everyone knows I’m a potato chip lover but I think these might be better than that. Shocking, I know! And Patricia found out I can get them at HEB. Winning.

There were other breweries and distilleries I planned to take Scruffy at the time but since Patricia’s not much of that type of drinking and I have no one to share with now, one brewery was enough else I got to do pretty much all I wanted. Thanks for spending a relaxing weekend with me Patricia! I hope you had fun!

Now onto the last episode of the entire series of Game of Thrones. Did anyone watch it because I wasn’t entirely wrong with the outcome! All I will say is poor Ghost and his one ear.

Filed Under: Travel Tagged With: Coffee and Tea, Marble Falls, Texas

2019 Marble Falls | Day 2

May 18, 2019 by Mellie Dee Leave a Comment

Patrica and I didn’t really want to get out of bed but we forced ourselves to shower and get ready for our pretty jam packed day.

Numinous Coffee Roaster | Marble Falls, Texas

We headed to Numinous Coffee Roasters for a morning caffeine fix.

Numinous Coffee Roaster | Marble Falls, Texas | Coffee, Latte, Danish, and Bailey's

She got a normal coffee and a Danish and I opted for a latte. I brought along some Bailey’s to pour into and it was perfect.

Opie's BBQ | Spicewood, Texas

We started our twenty minute drive to Opie’s BBQ in Spicewood, Texas.

Opie's BBQ | Spicewood, Texas | All the Meats

They had a plethora of meats for you to view and choose from!

Opie's BBQ | Spicewood, Texas | Brisket, Jalapeno Sausage, Tater Tots Casserole, Green Beans, Spicy Creamed Corn, Butter Beans, Pinto Beans

We got the fatty brisket, jalapeno sausage, green beans, spicy creamed corn and tater tot casserole. The pinto beans and butter beans were free along with the condiments.

Opie's BBQ | Spicewood, Texas | Mellie Dee & Patricia

We had a hard time deciding what to try first! I obviously went with the green beans and she with the brisket.

Opie's BBQ | Spicewood, Texas | Jalapeno Sausage Casing

My favourite was the jalapeno sausage. The casing was just right! I love eating the insides ad then the casing last so it was perfect! Everything else was too salty and I feel bloated now.

Spicewood Vineyards | Spicewood, Texas

We headed to Spicewood Vineyard afterward.

Spicewood Vineyards | Spicewood, Texas | Patricia Wine Barrel

They have these cute barrel chairs and I made Patricia model in them.

Spicewood Vineyards | Spicewood, Texas | Mellie Dee & Patricia

We decided and shared the Estate Grown Tasting Menu that came with seven different tastings. Also … Why is my eye so funky? Haha

Spicewood Vineyards | Spicewood, Texas | Grapevines

I wanted to get a good shot with the Grapevines in the back but if you can tell, the rock the glass is on is darker because I spilled a bit of my wine when I tried to balance it. Fail.

Spicewood Vineyards | Spicewood, Texas | Waterfall

I found a cute little stream that did better for my glass balancing.

Spicewood Vineyards | Spicewood, Texas | Pokemon

We relaxed, listening to the stream flow and the wind blow while catching Pokemons and battling at the gym. I won!

Spicewood Vineyards | Spicewood, Texas | Cows

As we were leaving we saw cows in the middle of the road so I jumped out and took some pictures. I’ve never seen cow poop until today and man are they HUGE!

Main Street Shopping | Marble Falls, Texas

We drove back to Marble Falls and went on Main Street for some shopping.

Main Street Shopping | Marble Falls, Texas | Gelato & Souvenirs

Patricia got a gelato while I did some souvenir shopping. Ghost pepper pickles for Dad, uncured bacon jam for BIL, pumpkin and turtle and owl decoration for Mum, and a little Rizzo for myself.

Main Street Shopping | Marble Falls, Texas | Percussion Instruments

We bumped into a percussion instrument playground! I wonder if anyone ever actually comes and makes music together.

Bear King Brewing Co | Marble Falls, Texas

We made a stop at Bear King Brewery Co since I haven’t been to a brewery in a long time and it was on my list of places to take him at the time.

Bear King Brewing Co | Marble Falls, Texas | Beer Flight

They had some IPAs on the board but I decided on ones I’d love more. The heffenwizen is my favourite over the porter which I was very surprised about. Since I didn’t have a significant other to help share, I had to force myself to down them all even though I was full to the brim!

Hotel by the Lake in Marble Falls, Texas

We headed back to the hotel to relax a bit where I watched an episode of Westworld. Our hotel is near the lake which is nice but we weren’t lucky to have a room with a view.

Rae's Bar & Grill | Marble Falls, Texas

Soon enough we were out the door to Rae’s Bar & Grill to meet up with Patricia’s friend, Nancy.

Rae's Bar & Grill | Marble Falls, Texas | Steak Dinner, Spicy Mac & Cheese

Patricia and I both got steaks and shared a side of Mac and cheese while Nancy ordered a burger. I’ve been craving steak so it was perfect!

We are currently sitting at Rae’s still listening to people sing karaoke. There are actually a lot of people here so I guess it’s the thing to do on a Saturday night here.

Filed Under: Eateries & Drinkeries, Travel Tagged With: American, Barbecue, Breweries, Coffee and Tea, Marble Falls, Spicewood, Texas, Wineries

2019 Marble Falls | Day 1

May 17, 2019 by Mellie Dee Leave a Comment

Scruffy and I had talked about going somewhere international for my 30th and it obviously wasn’t happening so Patricia and I were going to go to New York and visit our friend instead. After seeing the prices we decided to postpone that to a later date. I was actually secretly planning a trip for him and I to Marble Falls and it’s surrounding places before we broke up so Patricia and I decided to go instead. I tweaked some of the plans to fit her instead of him and we’ve had a pretty grand day.

After a three hour drive I met her at the hotel and since we were too early, we decided to continue on with our plans and check in later.

Sweet Berry Farm | Marble Falls, Texas

Sweet Berry Farms was first on my list and I was surprised at how many people, especially children were out there. I guess there was a field trip or something.

Sweet Berry Farm | Marble Falls, Texas | Patricia & Mellie Dee

I have always wanted to go to a farm and pick pumpkins, strawberries, apples, peaches, it didn’t matter. So I was super excited I finally got to do this and that mother nature was nice to us.

Sweet Berry Farm | Marble Falls, Texas | Patricia & Mellie Dee Strawberry Picking

We began our strawberry picking adventure. There were so many to choose from but my favourites are the smaller ones. Some areas of the terrain were muddy and some strawberries were rotten but overall I can finally check something off my list. Patricia even got to enjoy a nice, cold strawberry popsicle.

Sweet Berry Farm | Marble Falls, Texas | Patricia & Mellie Dee Strawberry Haul

I guess you could say we did a pretty dang good job. So many bright red deliciousness waiting for us!

Blue Bonnet Cafe | Marble Falls, Texas

We headed to Blue Bonnet Cafe afterward for their famous pie. There was a line out the door!

Blue Bonnet Cafe | Marble Falls, Texas | German Chocolate and Coconut Cream Pies

I opted for the waitress’s favourite, German Chocolate Pie while Patricia ordered the Coconut Cream Pie. Patricia told the waitress it was for my birthday and she was nice enough to put in a candle but didn’t have a lighter. How do I make a wish, lady?!

Overall, the pie was okay. It was way too sweet which is a given. But it’s definitely not something I’d stop by to get. House of Pies or Proud Pie is still a winner in my book.

Noon Spoon Cafe | Marble Falls, Texas

Since Patricia was hungry we went to Noon Spoon Cafe.

Noon Spoon Cafe | Marble Falls, Texas | Tomato Basil Soup and Club Sandwich

She got a soup and half a sandwich combo while I chose the tomato basil soup only. I’ve been craving soup so it was perfect.

2019 Birthday Present from Patricia

We finally checked into our hotel and I opened the present Patricia got me. I’m excited to try all the new makeup!! Thank you!!

The Real New Orleans Style Restaurant | Marble Falls, Texas

We relaxed a bit at the hotel before going to an early dinner at The Real New Orleans Style Restaurant. Boiled crawfish?! Do you think we ordered that?

The Real New Orleans Style Restaurant | Marble Falls, Texas | Dinner

Because we did. Obviously. Along with boiled shrimp. It was spiced Cajun style. The flavouring was perfect but they could do better with their cooking time as it was overcooked.

We also got a cup of gumbo, green beans, crawfish mac and cheese, and French fries. The best thing was the crawfish mac and cheese. I’d come back just for that!

Showbiz Cinemas | Marble Falls, Texas

It’s been a long while since I’ve gone to the theater and we had decided to watch a movie together in the past since we rarely get to. Thankfully there was Showbiz Cinemas nearby and we got to check that off our friendship list.

Showbiz Cinemas | Marble Falls, Texas | Pokeman Detective Pikachu

We chose Pokemon Detective Pikachu because the nerd in me just had to see it. We ordered the tiniest box meal along with a giant water for me.

The movie was better than I expected and I was thrilled when I saw Snorlax on the big screen even though it was in passing. He was hairy, which makes him much more cuddly than ever. I do hope they make another one.

We have a relaxing day planned for tomorrow but it’s also supposed to rain so we’ll have to see how it plays out. Luckily I have my rain boots and rain jacket just in case!

Filed Under: Eateries & Drinkeries, Travel Tagged With: Cajun, Desserts, Marble Falls, Pie, Sightseeing, Texas

2019 Pennsylvania Trip | Day 5

April 8, 2019 by Mellie Dee Leave a Comment

2019 Pennsylvania Trip | Minie & Gohan

Look! Another dog, Gohan, getting wiped after being outside … And his owner is not Asian! Some people always thought it was weird. Also, Minnie has heartworms and cannot be jumping around so she’s been caged for a while. Poor girl.

2019 Pennsylvania Trip | Market House Grille | Meadville, Pennsylvania

Lily and I got ready and went to Market House Grille for breakfast. Per usual, everything tasted great but I couldn’t finish it again.

2019 Pennsylvania Trip | Post Office

We went to the market next door and then to the post office. My carry on ran out of room so I had to mail my souvenirs back home.

2019 Pennsylvania Trip | Presque Isle Drive | Erie, Pennsylvania

Liliana started driving to Erie and started taking me to a scary area. I bet it’s gorgeous once the leaves grew back.

2019 Pennsylvania Trip | Presque Isle | Erie, Pennsylvania

Pisque Isle was pretty. And freezing. I’m surprised there was a man bearing the cold just to fish!

2019 Pennsylvania Trip | Presque Isle Lighthouse | Erie, Pennsylvania

We tried to go to the lighthouse but it was closed. I’m assuming because of the weather. I have still yet gone into a lighthouse. Sigh …

2019 Pennsylvania Trip | Tom Ridge Environmental Center at Presque Isle | Erie, Pennsylvania

We went to the environmental center to learn about how the island has changed throughout the years. It was very interactive and free! The chairs are made from recycled material which I found really interesting since it looks like wood.

2019 Pennsylvania Trip | Bruster's Real Ice Cream | Erie, Pennsylvania

When your best asks you if you want ice cream while you’re bawling your eyes out, you say yes.

I think I’ve found my favourite ice cream, Graham Central Station, from Bruster’s. This is the first ice cream cone I finished without hesitation. Yum! I wish I could ship some back home!

2019 Pennsylvania Trip | Erie to Chicago

She stayed with me at the airport for an hour and a half as I waited to board my flight to Chicago. It’s been a while since we talked like this so it was nice.

2019 Pennsylvania Trip | Chicago to Houston

I didn’t have much time to grab anything to eat since I had to walk to my next gate. I’m currently sitting on the plane waiting for lift off. I cannot wait to be back in Houston. I only wished I was going home so I could cuddle Rizzo.

Filed Under: Eateries & Drinkeries, Travel Tagged With: Breakfast and Brunch, Erie, Ice Cream, Meadville, Pennsylvania

2019 Pennsylvania Trip | Day 4

April 7, 2019 by Mellie Dee Leave a Comment

2019 Pennsylvania Trip | Present from Liliana

Liliana got in late last night before the wedding ended so I didn’t get to see her. But I met up with her bright and early in her hotel room and was showered with gifts. I’m not sure how I’m going to take the basket but I’m excited to try everything else out!

2019 Pennsylvania Trip | Little Shops

We left the hotel and walked around at the shops while waiting for our reservations. I was able to pick up a few souvenirs so that was nice.

2019 Pennsylvania Trip | Sabrina's Cafe | Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Sabrina’s Cafe is so cute and quaint and there was a long line of hungry people. The turn around was very fast though.

2019 Pennsylvania Trip | Sabrina's Cafe | Philadelphia, Pennsylvania | The Tots, Scrapple, & The Slinky

By the time we got our table we were starving. They give you so much food, all delicious, that we couldn’t finish it all. The scrapple was the best thing ever invented. I’m sure it’s horrible for you but since it’s created in Philadelphia we knew we had to try it. I need to find a recipe for it and recreate it!

2019 Pennsylvania Trip | Philadelphia's Magic Gardens | Philadelphia, Pennsylvania | Liliana & Mellie Dee

We waited to go into Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens which is pretty much mosaic designs. A nice gentlemen helped us take a picture after he notice we were struggling on selfie mode.

2019 Pennsylvania Trip | Philadelphia's Magic Gardens | Philadelphia, Pennsylvania | Instagram

I was just living my life, taking in the gorgeousness while Lily treated me like an Instagram model. I need a haircut.

2019 Pennsylvania Trip | Hershey's Chocolate World | Hershey, Pennsylvania | Liliana & Mellie Dee

We continued our road trip to Meadville, stopping at Hershey’s Chocolate World. The air really does smell like chocolate!

2019 Pennsylvania Trip | Hershey's Chocolate World | Hershey, Pennsylvania | Create Your Own Candy Bar

We created our own candy bars. It was an easy process and it was cool to see it in action. I’m not too sure if I’d ever eat the candy bar but at least I have the tin can and sleeve I designed to keep forever.

2019 Pennsylvania Trip | Hershey's Chocolate World | Hershey, Pennsylvania | Create Your Own Candy Bar, Liliana & Mellie Dee

I wish we had more time to do other things there but we had fun nonetheless. We did end up spending a big chunk of time at the gift shop though I wish their packaging wasn’t so normal so that I could get some souvenirs and it would look special and not like I went and got it at the store back home.

2019 Pennsylvania Trip | McDonald's Pit Stop

Lily got hungry so our light snack at McDonald’s became somewhat of a meal as we trucked on with our road trip.

It’s been a good few hours and we are still on the road. It has been raining a lot and I’m surprised by the amount of cars that are on the road at this time on a Sunday.

2019 Pennsylvania Trip | Dinner by Daniel

Daniel has lovingly offered to cook us dinner since everything will be closed by the time we arrived. I’m still stuffed but everything was delicious and he even popped a bottle of wine for us. I’m ready to crash because I am pooped.

Filed Under: Eateries & Drinkeries, Travel Tagged With: Breakfast and Brunch, Hershey, Pennsylvania, Philadelphia

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