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2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | Part VIII

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The day started out with driving Rizzo over to Scruffy’s so that he could babysit while I had a full day of fun. Before the fun happened though, I sat in my car outside Kenny’s house for a phone interview. I don’t know how I did just yet, but we’ll just have to wait and see.

2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | El Pollo Loco | Sugar Land, Texas

I hung out with Grandma, Kenny, Cindy, Wilson, and Mei Mei a bit before we headed out to Wal-Mart where we walked around for a bit. We went and had lunch at El Pollo Loco, best fast food that is healthier.

We then headed to Costco to buy last minute things before heading back to Kenny’s so that they could pack the last of their things.

2018 | 110/365 | 2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | Dinner at Kenny's

I assisted in kale harvesting and prepping of the vegetables while they did everything else. Soon everyone showed up and we had a great dinner before bidding our farewells to Wilson and Mei Mei as they fly back to Taiwan. I cried like a baby and cannot wait for our next adventure together.

El Pollo Loco
4528 Hwy 6, Sugar Land, Texas 77478  |  (281) 494-0209  |  Website  |  Yelp

2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | Part VII

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We were able to sleep in again today since it was supposed to be a pretty chill day. We went to Snooze an AM Eatery for breakfast. This place has been on my list for quite some time so I was happy to try it. Sadly, it didn’t meet my expectations.

2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | Cockrell Butterfly Center | Houston, Texas

We went to pick up Sissy where Wilson and Mei Mei were able to check out their place. Soon after, we headed to The Houston Museum of Natural Science where the Cockrell Butterfly Center was located.

2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | Cockrell Butterfly Center | Houston, Texas | Butterfly

I was so happy to be able to put my photography skills to work. Look at my awesome shots! They came out better than I thought. This is without editing!! A few landed on us and we’d squeal with happiness.

2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | Liberty Kitchen | Houston, Texas

We then headed to lunch at Liberty Kitchen.

2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | Liberty Kitchen | Houston, Texas | Food

This was the best seafood place I’ve been to in a long while. Everything (except the chicken wings) were delicious! And they were nice enough to notice we were new and gave us two dishes for free, one which we knew costs at least $20+ bucks! That’s how you gain a loyal customer. Mum already wants to come back!

2018 | 109/365 | 2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | We Love Houston Sign

[2018] 109/365: We Heart Houston

We stopped by Jacky’s work where he has a downtown view. Since I used to work in the building next to his, it wasn’t anything special for me but was nice to still go up. June met us up there and we headed towards 8th Wonder Brewery where this I LOVE HOUSTON sign is located right outside. We took some quick shots before heading in.

2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | 8th Wonder Brewery | Houston, Texas | Flight of Beers

Since we were running a bit late, BIL and Scruffy were already there drinking. We ordered a few beers and even got a flight! How cute! We all had some good laughs and sweet conversations sitting in the wonderful weather.

2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | 8th Wonder Brewery | Houston, Texas | Beatles Statue

For some reason, no one knew why the Beatles statues were there but were thankful we had another picture taking opportunity.

2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | Xochi | Houston, Texas

After some drinking, we all headed to Xochi.

2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | Xochi | Houston, Texas | Entrees and Desserts

We ordered so much food and desserts. I’m not truly full but was happy to be able to get a little bit of everything since we did a family type meal. Overall it was a great experience but I’m not sure if I’ll come back here since the prices are crazy.

Tomorrow is Wilson and Mei Mei’s last day here. I’m hoping I can go and hang out with them before their flight at night. Until then, it’s sleepy time for me and shower in the morning because I cannot function right now. Bye!

Snooze, an AM Eatery
600 W Sam Houston Pkwy N, Houston, Texas 77024  |  (713) 470-4586  |  Website  |  Yelp
Cockrell Butterfly Center
5555 Herman Park Dr, Houston, Texas 77030  |  (713) 639-4629  |  Website  |  Yelp
Liberty Kitchen & Oyster Bar
1050 Studewood St, Houston, Texas 77008  |  (713) 802-0533  |  Website  |  Yelp
8th Wonder Brewery
2202 Dallas St, Houston, Texas 77003  |  (713) 229-0868  |  Website  |  Yelp
Xochi
1777 Walker St, Houston, Texas 77010  |  (713) 400-3330  |  Website  |  Yelp

2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | Part VI

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2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | Whataburger | Dallas, Texas

We were able to sleep in today, thank goodness. It’s been such a toll on us all with dehydration and lack of sleep. We stopped by Whataburger for breakfast of champions before heading back to Houston.

2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | Space Center | Houston, Texas | Tickets

We stopped by Space Center since it’s been something they’ve wanted to do since day one.

2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | Space Center | Houston, Texas | Satellite

Dad stayed in the car while Mum and I went in with them. Wilson and Mei Mei were like kids in a candy store, wide-eyed and running with excitement.

2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | Space Center | Houston, Texas | Control Room

Sadly, they took too long looking at things that we missed the last tram to go and see real astronauts at work at NASA.

2018 | 108/365 | 2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | Space Center | Houston, Texas | Astronauts

[2018] 108/365: Houston We Have A Problem

Luckily enough we were able to do the simulation. Mei Mei was supposed to go with Wilson but last second she got scared so I went. It was nice to get that chance to have with him, just the two of us.

2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | Cravin' Cajun | Katy, Texas

We went through traffic and went to dinner at Cravin’ Cajun where June, Timothy, and Agnes joined us.

2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | Cravin' Cajun | Katy, Texas | Grilled Oysters, Etouffee, Fried Rice, Shrimp, and Crawfish

We ordered a dozen grilled oysters, shrimp and crawfish etouffee, fried rice, 2 lbs shrimp and 10 lbs crawfish. They told us they could do spicy but hot was too much for them. We ordered another 4 lbs of crawfish in medium spice level. I was so surprised they liked it and excited to hear that they’ll come back to eat this in the future.

Tomorrow is our last day with them. I’m excited to relax but also said to have to say goodbye.

Space Center
1601 E Nasa Pkwy, Houston, Texas 77058  |  (281) 244-2100  |  Website  |  Yelp
Cravin’ Cajun
2323 N Fry Road, Katy, Texas 77449  |  (832) 321-4179  |  Website  |  Yelp

2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | Part V

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2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | Taco Cabana | Breakfast Tacos

Brudda went and picked up some breakfast tacos for the clan. I was surprised how great Taco Cabana‘s steak egg breakfast taco was. Definitely the winner in my book.

2018 | 107/365 | 2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | Dallas Arboretum | Dallas, Texas | Squirrel

[2018] 107/365: Searching For Nuts

We then headed to the Dallas Arboretum where we were met up with John, Peggy, and Sarah. Sammi skipped school and joined us which was kind of nice since I never see her. It took many shots to get the squirrel since he was running about scavaging for nuts.

2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | Dallas Arboretum | Dallas, Texas | Windmills

You might just see pictures just because.

2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | Dallas Arboretum | Dallas, Texas | SIL and Emmy

Like this one where SIL is walking with Emmy through a forest. It’s so freaking adorable. She’s growing up so fast!

2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | Dallas Arboretum | Dallas, Texas | Maple Leaves

These maple leaves seem to be the winner for everyone.

2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | Dallas Arboretum | Dallas, Texas | Pink Flowers

I realized as I was going through my pictures …

2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | Dallas Arboretum | Dallas, Texas | Pink and Purple Flowers

… that pinks and purples and blues call to me.

2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | Dallas Arboretum | Dallas, Texas | Waterfall

I’m happy I was able to come since I don’t get picture taking opportunities like this.

2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | Dallas Arboretum | Dallas, Texas | Behind the Waterfall

This was behind the waterfall.

2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | Dallas Arboretum | Dallas, Texas | Lake

And you can see the lake from here. There is free parking by the lake if you don’t want to spend $9 online or $15 at the door to park.

2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | Twisted Root Burger Co. | Richardson, Texas

Afterwards, we went back to Brudda and SIL’s before heading to Twisted Root Burger Co.

2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | Twisted Root Burger Co. | Richardson, Texas | Burgers and Shakes

We were able to try an array of shakes, fries, and burgers and we loved them all!

2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | Texas de Brazil | Addison, Texas

While the rest of the clan went shopping, Sammi, Brudda and I went home to rest up before our meal at Texas de Brazil with everyone else.

2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | Texas de Brazil | Addison, Texas | Salad Bar

Here is my plate of food I got from the salad bar.

2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | Texas de Brazil | Addison, Texas | Picana

And here’s a man holding my favourite, picana. It was a clear winner for everyone. I was surprised at how little I ate. I guess my stomach is getting smaller!

Tomorrow morning, we’ll be driving back to Houston. Zzzzz, so tired. Night, everyone!

Dallas Arboretum
8525 Garland Road, Dallas, Texas 75218  |  (214) 515-6615  |  Website  |  Yelp
Twisted Root Burger Co
730 E Campbell Road, Richardson, Texas 75081  |  (214) 570-9999  |  Website  |  Yelp
Texas de Brazil
15101 Addison Road, Addison Texas 75001  |  (972) 385-1000  |  Website  |  Yelp

2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | Part IV

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2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | Hash House A Go Go | Plano, Texas

We were able to sleep in today, thank goodness! We were all so tired. We started out meeting Joanna, Jasmine, John, Katie, and Sarah at Hash House A Go Go for breakfast.

2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | Hash House A Go Go | Plano, Texas | Food

We all ordered different things and shared so that we got a little of everything. These portions were hella big. I didn’t think anything was too special as it seems to be regular Texas like breakfast.

2018 | 106/365 | 2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | BelVita at the Allen Premium Outlets

We then went back to Brudda and SIL’s house for a bit before heading to Allen Premium Outlets. We (mostly Wilson and Mei Mei) shopped for HOURS and even skipped lunch so I was thankful to find old BelVita crackers in my purse to munch on. We called it quits leaving behind, John, Joanna, Jasmine, Katie, Wilson, Mei Mei, and Peggy. The rest of us headed back to Brudda and SIL’s for some small lunch.

2018 | 106/365 | 2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | Rise No1 | Dallas, Texas

Sometime later, we headed out to Rise N°1.

2018 | 106/365 | 2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | Rise No.1 | Dallas, Texas | Scrabble Pieces

I thought it was kind of cute that they had this on the table when we walked in. My cousin booked the table so it had her name on it.

2018 | 106/365 | 2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | Rise No.1 | Dallas, Texas | Plates

Their plates were so adorable, I wished I could have taken some home! It even has “rise” imprinted on them.

2018 | 106/365 | 2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | Rise No.1 | Dallas, Texas | Bread and Knife

We got complimentary bread and butter. I loved their little cutting board knife duo. They even sell them by the front door but since I’m not a big bread eater, it would have gone to waste if I bought one. Great idea though!

2018 | 106/365 | 2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | Rise No.1 | Dallas, Texas | Savory Souffles

Wilson, Mei Mei, SIL, and I shared our souffles, Escargot, Crab Cake, Crawfish, and Truffle Mushrooms. The best one was the escargot.

2018 | 106/365 | 2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | Rise No.1 | Dallas, Texas | Sweet Souffles

Then we shared our desserts of Pistachio, Chocolate, Grand Marnier, and Raspberry. Our favourite was a clear winner amongst the whole table: Pistachio.

Would I come back here? Probably not. It was just carbs and air we were eating. Nothing substantial but it was nice to experience it. The service was amazing though.

2018 | 106/365 | 2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | Rise No.1 | Dallas, Texas | Abalone

When we got home everyone seemed to be snacking. I guess I wasn’t the only one who wasn’t full! Brudda served an abalone each to himself and I. It was delicious and much filling than the dinner.

Tomorrow is going to be another long day so I’ll be hitting the hay now. Night, y’all!

Hash House A Go Go
1900 Preston Road, Plano, Texas 75093  |  (972) 867-4646  |  Website  |  Yelp
Rise N°1
5360 W Lovers Ln, Dallas, Texas 75209  |  (214) 366-9900  |  Website  |  Yelp