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2020 | Ethan’s One Month

February 1, 2020 by Mellie Dee Leave a Comment

Hi baby boy! Today we celebrated Ethan turning one month! I love this picture because Rizzo’s ears kind of looks like his. Rizzo is very interested every time he cries and always wants to be close by. I’m afraid he’ll attack but so far so good.

2020 Ethan's One Month | Lunch at Duck & Bao

We went to lunch at Duck & Bao. There’s a complete difference from the last time we went. Every definitely tastes way better and even Brudda and SIL agreed this is one of the best soup dumplings in Texas since the soup was very flavourful. I guess it depends who is in the kitchen because everything was on point today.

We all went home whole Sissy and BIL went and got us Boba from Zero Degrees. They played with Emmy for a bit before heading home. Everyone in our family took naps and woke up refreshed.

2020 Ethan's One Month | Mellie Dee & Emmy

We got ready and headed out the door to celebrate more of Ethan. Emmy and I had a photoshoot while we waited for everyone else to get into the car. She’s so silly and I’m sad she’s leaving tomorrow.

2020 Ethan's One Month | Dinner at Crown Seafood

We had dinner at the same place as Emmy’s, Crown Seafood. This isn’t even everything we ordered. We ran out of room on the table and had to merge dishes together. We all also took home majority of the foods!

2020 Ethan's One Month | Jenny, Mellie Dee, Ethan

Jenny and I got our photoshoot complete. We took some of the same ones when Emmy had hers! I was also very surprised at how chill he was as we made many attempts to get the right shots.

I’m pooped and sad that tomorrow is already Sunday.

Mala Szechuan and Bing Sui | Katy, Texas

January 31, 2020 by Mellie Dee Leave a Comment

JJ and Emmy finally got to play together again! They got to jump on trampolines and make pretend foods and ride in the mini car. They even got to enjoy some Tiff’s I brought over. Sadly I left work an hour early and ended up working practically the entire time j was over. Luckily, SIL was able to join and meet Mallory so whenever Emmy needed something I could continue working.

Mala Szechuan | Katy, Texas | Brudda, SIL, Jenny, Le, Jennifer, Jimmy

Since the Dallas folks, Brudda, SIL, Jenny, and Le were in town, they made plans to meet up with Jennifer and Jimmy and I got asked to tag along. I’m always down for food so I agreed. Ethan came along as well. We went to Mala Szechuan for dinner. We ordered a bottle of wine and a great big number of dishes. Everythimg is always so delicious here. My favourite is the crispy chicken!

Bing Sui | Katy, Texas | Brudda, SIL, Jenny, Le, Jennifer, Jimmy

We decided to get dessert at Bing Sui. Somi Somi is still my favourite ice cream and takiyaki combo. Bing Sui gave out some stale takiyakis and the ice cream wasn’t as memorable as Somi Somi. They did like their shaved ice dessert though.

After we were all stuffed we all headed to Jennifer’s new practice. Her opening is tomorrow and it was nice to see it before the renovations. We were there for a while getting some free consultation for our eyes and joking about other things.

I’m so pooped now and ready to unwind and go to sleep. Night, world.

Tea Top | Katy, Texas

January 29, 2020 by Mellie Dee Leave a Comment

Guys! I’ve struggled with my internet speed since I was a child. CHILD! Today Brudda set up a booster and my speed is so freaking fast now. In every single part of our house. It’s such a new thing to me that I had to document it.

Technical QBR with Reservoir Engineers & Geologists

Today the reservoir engineers and geologist presented at the technical quarterly business review. It’s such a great feeling to see all your hard work being put to use. I’ve also found my love for fresh blueberries again.

After a day full of meetings I went home for dinner. I had promised to take Tammy for dessert so we, along with Emmy and June, went to Eight Turn Crepe. It was good but not as good as good as when it first opened. We still had fun though.

We then stopped at Tea Top since it’s apparently one of the best rated. It took us a lot of time to figure out the menunanf they were very patient.It was only okay for me but I guess I’ll still come back.

I’ve been binging on The Crown since starting it with Mallory. It’s getting better and better. I feel my British accent coming up. It’s horrid though.

Two more days of work til the weekend!!

Happy Monday!

January 27, 2020 by Mellie Dee Leave a Comment

Thought work was going to be tough but it ended up being a very good day. I even got to leave work for a quick lunch away. Anna and I went to Mikoto for all you can eat sushi and ramen. Everything was perfect and we got some laughs in. The food hit the spot. We were sad to go back so fast.

I even came home to Brudda, SIL, Emmy, and Finn! I’ve been spending my time with Emmy and got some Finn snuggles. Wishing I took some vacation to spend with them but I’ll take what I can get!

2020 Chinese New Year Lion Dance

January 26, 2020 by Mellie Dee Leave a Comment

Sleeping at two in the morning I set my alarm for seven am so that I could check in to see if Mallory was still down to do lion dances with me. Actually, it was for me to do it with her. She called me out for never taking her in the years we’ve known one another.

I stopped by Starbucks for a green tea latte and picked up a coffee for her as well. Since I had taken meds, I had to eat and picked up these eggs for the first time. It’s actually not bad, and similar to the egg cupcakes I use to make in college.

Karma Kolaches & Desserts | Katy, Texas | Mallory & JJ

The fatty in me couldn’t resist a Kolaches when we got to Karma Kolache and Desserts. This was were the lion dances were happening and JJ was super excited! He was also hopped up on his sugar from the donuts but stayed a sweet sweet boy. Mallory and I loved the kronut the best and hope to come back for more in the future.

Karma Kolaches & Desserts | Katy, Texas | Mallory & JJ | 2020 Chinese New Year Lion Dance

Soon enough, the lions started dancing and JJ, afraid when they approached at first ended up loving them. He was brave enough to feed them dollar bills and was eaten by one in the last frame.

2020 Chinese New Year | JJ Chinese Jacket

We decided to go again to the HMart one so I followed them home and relaxed a bit before heading back out again, this time with John as well. We met up with Madison, Brandon, Daisy, Darby, and Danica. They were already chowing down on some egg waffles and ice cream so John ordered an ice cream and shared it with JJ.

I share this picture because JJ finally fits the Chinese Jacket I got him when he was born! He loved it and would have kept it on if it wasn’t so thick. Fail on my part for thinking it’d be cold during Chinese New Year. Come on, Melissa, we live in Texas.

HMart | Katy, Texas | JJ, Daisy, Danica, Darby | 2020 Chinese New Year Lion Dance

This one was definitely more professional since they did some neat tricks and even have the guy in the mask. Not sure his name but his role is to trick the lions to come to him.

After we left and was heading to Mallory’s house, JJ kept asking if he could come over to my house. I guess I’m cool now. He probably associate lions to me now like he does with Trey and his motorcycle.

I made a delicious early dinner. First time I ever poached eggs and I’m proud with how they came out.

Cleaning is complete and I worked a good couple of hours and meal prepped. It’s been a very busy day but it’s all been worthwhile.