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2020 | Week 14 of Quarantine

June 21, 2020 by Mellie Dee Leave a Comment

Rizzo still stares at me a lot while I work.

As of this afternoon (Sunday), I have applied to the first round of jobs available. 6 total within my company. Three weeks or so, we’ll find out the results.

Fingers crossed I get something.

2020 | Week 14 of Quarantine | Rizzo Walks

I’ve been taking Rizzo on walks and he’s super lazy. After 15 to 20 minutes he just wants to lay down on the grass. Luckily he doesn’t really run away so I left him on my front lawn and continued my walks alone until he was ready again.

2020 | Week 14 of Quarantine | Steak Dinner

My steak meals are getting better and better. And eating this helped my iron count for the next day.

2020 | Week 14 of Quarantine | Blood Donation Fail

i had a breakfast tacos from Los Roberto’s on the way to the blood donation center. I passed all the tests this time but they failed at putting in the needle. Luckily I got a shirt.

I go again this Friday. Hopefully the third time’s the charm.

2020 | Week 14 of Quarantine | Nail Wraps and Jacob

Saturday afternoon I went over to Mallory’s. We did nails with Beth. We’ve come to realize we can get three full sets completed out of two sets. Saves a lot of money! So kind of cool.

Beth tried getting Jacob to crawl. Still not there yet but he’s good at spinning himself around.

2020 | Week 14 of Quarantine | Daddy Duncan's BBQ, Texas Sno and Erma Rose Winery | JJ

We went to Daddy Duncan’s BBQ truck, Erma Rose Winery and Texas Sno. Beth and Scott met up with us.

The BBQ was fantastic! I love BBQ sides so much! As for the winery, I’m a little meh about it but I probably need a lot more tries to fully decide.

I opted out of the snow cone this time but it’s definitely on my list.

2020 | Week 14 of Quarantine | Aggies Car Decal

Mallory got a new car so I made her a decal I saw from online. Hit me up. Bahaha

2020 | Week 14 of Quarantine | Emmy and Bubbles

Today, Emmy came down with Dad from Dallas. She still loves her bubbles and Halloween sing-a-longs.

2020 | Week 14 of Quarantine | Father's Day Meal

I had a whole spread of food for Father’s Day. Timothy joined after he dropped Dad and Emmy off. I ordered Church’s Chicken with a few sides and made the rest.

2020 | Week 14 of Quarantine | Pound Cake and Berries

I made little pound cake topped with berries and whipped cream for Dad and Emmy. They gobbled it all up.

It’s been a good weekend. The only thing I’m worried about is the whole job thing but I’ve done my part. It’s out of my hands and I can only stay positive.

Jenny’s & Kemp’s Wedding

October 27, 2019 by Mellie Dee Leave a Comment

I’m going to cheat and write as if I published this yesterday because I didn’t get home til almost one am and I was pooped from the drive.

2019 | Sissy's Birthday Celebration at Sushi 9

I was supposed to meet up with Jakob for lunch but due to timing and having to drive to Montgomery for the wedding our timing didn’t work out as planned. Instead I had lunch with Sissy and the family to celebrate her birthday at Sushi 9.

Jenny & Kemp Wedding | Montgomery, Texas

After running a couple of errands I headed to my over an hour drive to Montgomery, Texas for Jenny and Kemp’s wedding. The drive wasn’t as bad as I thought and seeing this sight made my heart happy.

Jenny & Kemp Wedding | Big Sky Barn | Montgomery, Texas | Selfie

I was kind of feeling myself since I haven’t put on full eye makeup in a long time.

Jenny & Kemp Wedding | Big Sky Barn | Montgomery, Texas | Decorations

Her decorations were on point and I loved the wooden name touch. I don’t know what I’m going to do with it but I love it.

Jenny & Kemp Wedding | Big Sky Barn | Montgomery, Texas | Saying "I Do"

There was an announcement to not take pictures during the ceremony but I’m a rebel. But don’t worry, they photographer and videographer were standing next to where I was sitting so I wasn’t in their way!

Jenny & Kemp Wedding | Big Sky Barn | Montgomery, Texas | Emma

I finally got to meet Emma, Wacko & Monica’s daughter. She’s already so grown! She was very shy but still uttered hello to me and gave me high fives and kisses.

Jenny & Kemp Wedding | Big Sky Barn | Montgomery, Texas | Food & Drinks

They catered from Goode Barbeque and had open bar. Everything from the venue to the food and drinks were on point. I’ve found out I like Crown Apple with Cranberry juice as well.

Jenny & Kemp Wedding | Big Sky Barn | Montgomery, Texas | Mellie Dee with Bride & Groom

I was lucky to snag a picture with the lovely couple. Her dress was so freaking gorgeous! Speaking of dresses, my dress had both the bridesmaid and groomsmen colours! How crazy on point was that.

Jenny & Kemp Wedding | Big Sky Barn | Montgomery, Texas | Bride & Groom

These two are so silly, so loving, and so perfect for one another. They’ve both grown a lot as well and I’m so honoured to have witness them tie the knot.

Jenny & Kemp Wedding | Big Sky Barn | Montgomery, Texas | Wacko, Tony, Rachel, Ann with Mellie Dee

It was also great to see familiar faces again too. Well other than Wacko since I work with him and see him practically every day.

Jenny & Kemp Wedding | Big Sky Barn | Montgomery, Texas | Photobooth

But this family always makes me feel very welcomed and always makes me feel like I belong. There were no anxieties walking into the Big Sky Barn alone because I knew with them I felt at home.

Jenny & Kemp Wedding | Big Sky Barn | Montgomery, Texas | Drive Thru

It was a gorgeous wedding. We danced the night away and caught up. There was drunk talk, drunk crying, and drunk love. Don’t worry, that wasn’t me. But I witnessed it all and my heart is full with love for each and every one of them.

The drive home wasn’t horrible since I was still high from all the love and fun we had.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Pit Room BBQ | Houston, Texas

November 11, 2018 by Mellie Dee Leave a Comment

Emmy had her last nap at our house. She loves Winnie the Pooh and calls her “baby”. We had to take her up and we headed to Sissy’s and BIL’s.

[2018] 314/365: Pit Room BBQ

Mitch was visiting and to have Emmy spend a little time with Sissy and BIL before she left we decided to do a takeout order from Pit Room BBQ and meet Brudda and SIL there since they stayed at a hotel after the wedding last night.

The brisket was rhe best but Lockhart from Dallas is still one of the best BBQ places I’ve had. This place does not compare.

We bid them goodbye and we’ve all been a bit lazy since then. I am looking forward to work … kind of.

Pokemon, Gotta Catch Them All!

July 22, 2018 by Mellie Dee Leave a Comment

I had one of the best sleeps in forever. We had a king bed and pretty much stayed on our own sides. When we woke up we got ready and headed to the complimentary breakfast.

They even had a fancy automatic pancake maker. I didn’t care for pancakes but I also couldn’t not press the button and watch them perfectly fall out.

[2018] 203/365: Pokemon Master at a Gym

After we ate, we headed to the downtown shops hoping they we’re opened. We were there around nine in the morning so we kind of knew it was a long shot. We still parked the car and walked around and soon we we’re both catching Pokemons. I have recently redownloaded the app since I work downtown where there are more Pokemons. And since we were in downtown Brenham it was perfect. We took a long time catching them and I even battled for the first time with great instructions from Liliana.

By that time, some of the shops were opening and we got to buy little things. I was in love this little shop! It’s been a long time since I’ve gone to a bookstore and it was wonderful to go with someone who loves books just as much as I do.

We were starving soon and remembered about Truth BBQ so we headed there hoping they didn’t sell out. She’s not a super huge meat lover and I’m not a super big fan of smoked bbq meats but with five stars we had to go! We both agreed the TaterTot Casserole was the best and their brisket isn’t far behind. I wished Scruffy was with me because there was too much meat. That’s what happens when I want to try everything.

Lily took me home and we hugged our goodbyes. I’ve been lazy around the house and just now finished my new favourite meal, Salmon stuffed with Crab with Pilaf, which is easy and delicious. I ate that with a side of Chinese soap operas.

I have been extremely lucky to have such a relaxing weekend where we did SO much stuff together and created new memories. Something as easy as walking around little shops was therapeutic for me. I cannot wait for our next adventure and I hope it’ll take us sooner than later for the next one.

Now it’s time for bed. Night, world!