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Teaching JJ How to Master Chopsticks

December 6, 2019 by Mellie Dee Leave a Comment

Today was quite relaxing. Chiropractic adjustment when I woke up, Loft and UPS to return items, then movies while cuddling with Rizzo. I’ve been constantly receiving packages all day as well. Between my Black Friday online shopping and the work’s Christmas party supplies coming in, it was a nice surprise to see what was arriving at my door.

Favor Delivery | Atami Steak & Sushi | Katy, Texas

I went and spent some time with Mallory as well. We ordered Favor delivery from Atami and desserts from Ooh La La Bakery thanks to free shipping! They give you so much food that I have a lot of leftovers!

JJ wanted me to teach him how to hold chopsticks and Mallory was quick at snapping pictures for memories. He’s right-handed apparently but held chopsticks in his left. It was so freaking adorable how hard he tried. He was able to use both hands on his chopsticks to grab something but in the end, reverted back to his hands. We also found out he wasn’t a big fan of the celery and boy did they put a lot of celery in.

I got to hold Jacob for a bit while Mallory showered and John took care of JJ. He had his, “okay, no more pictures please”, hand up. He’s dang good at lifting up his head now. Mallory thinks it’s weird that I compliment him on his round head.

We watched a little bit of WWE before I left which brought back a lot of memories. She told me they’re coming to town end of January. I really wish I could go because it’s something I’ve wanted since I was a kid but I don’t think it’s happening. Next time I guess.

Last High School Mentoring Session at Olive Garden

December 5, 2019 by Mellie Dee Leave a Comment

I forced myself to attend a networking lunch today. We got free notebooks and pens as well as pizza. We played networking bingo and in the end, we had conversations with five different people we wanted to get to know better, wrote down their information for a future coffee date.

I met someone who does cyber defense, something I wanted to study and get a master on but had to come out and work instead. She talked about getting me to join her cyber forensics team and my heart fell in love with the position. Maybe one day, when my window opens, I’ll move to that. Who knows.

When I left, I was given two gift cards. One to use and get coffee with the five people I met and the other for winning networking bingo. Whoo hoo!

High School Mentoring | Olive Garden | Houston, Texas | John, Jessica, Mellie Dee, Mawaddah, Alejandra

I left work and met these lovely people at Olive Garden. Our last mentoring session, unofficially, but officially. Today was supposed to be the last scheduled day but since they pushed it up, we decided we needed one last hurrah. John and Jessica were the originals. Mawaddah requested me that one day her mentor didn’t show up. Alejandra had a different mentor but liked hanging out with us.

High School Mentoring | Olive Garden | Houston, Texas

I ordered a drink for myself, an appetizer, soups, salads, plates of pasta, and desserts. The kids kept telling me that our server, Darius, was flirting with me and stuff but I think he just wanted a great big tip. Though he was a great server and was nice enough to comp the desserts so who knows.

High School Mentoring | Olive Garden | Houston, Texas | Personalized Cards

I left work thinking I’d have time to run to the store to get them all gift cards but instead surprised them and told them I was paying for the whole meal. Luckily I spent time writing them goodbye notes, personalized them, and then sealed it with a wax seal. They were all so in love with the gold embossing and the wax seal that they didn’t want to open it. Darius saw and wanted one, too.

High School Mentoring | Olive Garden | Houston, Texas | Thank You Card from Jessica

Mawaddah gave me a present last time and this time I got one from Jessica. Chickfila forever. I’m just waiting for their spicy tenders/nuggets.

These are such sweet kids. Great hearts. Funny. Smart. They’ll go far as long as they put time into growing. It’s been a pleasure getting to know them as they have taught me a lot and helped me grow as a person. The only thing I hope for is that we’ll stay in touch.

I came home to this lovely surprise. I love the picture they chose … because someone awesome took it for them. 😉 I miss you both and the pups mucho! Hoping to see you guys next year … somehow!

2019 December Big Brother Big Sister Meeting

December 3, 2019 by Mellie Dee Leave a Comment

The Original Alamo Tamales | Houston, Texas

Today was Big Brother Big Sister first meet up and since I was going to be a bit early, I stopped by Alamo Tamales. Prisila had brought these to work when I worked at the old job and they were delicious. I think she bought them from the other location but the original should taste just as great, right? I bought a dozen and some baked goodies before heading over to the school.

P.S. The tamales are on point … as well as the salsas that go with it. Drool.

Big Brothers Big Sisters | 2019 December Meeting | Pizza and Cookies

We were served Dominos pizza and cookies while we chatted with our mentees. I was told she was shy but she opened up pretty easily and conversation flowed pretty nicely.

Big Brothers Big Sisters | 2019 December Meeting | Raffle Winners

We played games and such as well as made commitments to one another. Two hours flew by pretty fast and soon enough they did a raffle drawing and we won. Starbucks gift card for me and a speaker for her.

Big Brothers Big Sisters | 2019 December Meeting | Free YMCA Membership

Upon leaving we recived free YMCA memberships. I’m excited to sign up and go. Since I get every other Friday off, this would be great! It’ll be tough to go since the closest one is over thirty minutes from work but I’ll make it happen, somehow.

Anker's Soundcore Liberty Total-Wireless Earphones

I came home to one of my Cyber Monday deals. I don’t really need it but it was a good deal and won’t hurt to have an upgrade. I cannot wait to set it up and start using it! Perfect timing too since they’re sweat resistant. It’ll go well with my workouts.

Rizzo’s 6th Anniversary

December 1, 2019 by Mellie Dee Leave a Comment

It’s December. Another year almost to an end. Another year celebrating Rizzo coming home. Six years total. It feels like yesterday I took him home. I haven’t realized how much he’s been through with me. The ups and the downs.

We celebrated by cuddles, binging on telly, and eating leftovers from one of my favourite places, Yummy Crawfish & Seafood, from last night. I continued my crocheting project and had a completely relaxing Sunday.

Four more weekends until the new year. I need to start putting together my new year resolutions.

2019 SIL’s Birthday

November 29, 2019 by Mellie Dee Leave a Comment

I wasn’t able to sleep all night so I stayed up playing games and watching telly while Rizzo slept like a log next to me. Moments like these make my heart happy.

We started putting up the rest of the drywall. I give props to all the renovators, housebuilders, and construction workers because it’s such hard work.

We ordered from Ninja Ramen through Door Dash. Surprisingly good and Emmy even ate a lot! I would order from here again, especially because their level of spicy is on point. After the quick lunch, we were back at it renovating the attic. Then I took a shower, shopped online, took a quick cat nap, and played with Emmy while parents, Brudda and SIL were off buying a new car.

Dinner was at Gogiya to celebrate SIL’s birthday a day early. You could choose all you can eat for Korean BBQ or Hot Pot. We first wanted Korean BBQ until we realized it’d be an extra $14 per person if we wanted the good meats so we switched over to hot pot.

They had a salad bar you can eat from. Mostly vegetables, seafood, and hot sauces. So freaking good. They could do better with their choice of sauces though.

Gogiya | Plano, Texas | Personal Hot Pot

Choosing hot pot was a good idea. Everyone had their own personal hot pot to cook from. I got full faster because I had my own pot where no one stole what I put in! I wish we could do something like this at home but it’d be super expensive.

June and I are currently watching a movie in the media room. Brudda, SIL, and I were going to go to Richard’s annual Friendsgiving but we were all super tired from a busy day, not to mention the drive back I have to make.

I cannot believe the holiday is already over. Luckily I have all my Fridays off for the rest of the year which means only a four day work week. Yippee!