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2020 San Diego Trip | Day 1

February 19, 2020 by Mellie Dee Leave a Comment

I did my packing three hours before I had to get to the airport. I’m not too sure what’s going on with me other than feeling a bit lazy in getting packing done, not to mention, Amy and I didn’t really fully plan out our days other than making sure food was accounted for.

2020 San Diego Trip | Day 1 | Houston to Phoenix | Hubcap Grill | Houston, Texas

Dad volunteered to drive me to the airport when he heard I was going so early. Nothing was opened when I got there so when Hubcap Grill opened, I went and got a small breakfast taco and water. I was pretty happy to see that I got the whole entire row to myself. I pretty much slept two and a half hours and spent the other time watching a movie.

2020 San Diego Trip | Day 1 | Phoenix to San Diego | Peet's Coffee | San Diego

When we landed in Phoenix I made my walk to the other gate. I read a few chapters and watched a bit more of my movie before we finally landed in San Diego. I stopped and got a coffee cake from Peet’s Coffee since I was starving.

2020 San Diego Trip | Day 1 | Westfield Shopping Mall | San Diego, California | Amy

Amy finally landed and we met up and decided to go to Westfield Shopping Mall since that’s where our lunch reservations were. We saw such gorgeous succulents on the walls. We walked into a few skincare stores before making our way to those chairs. We sat there fixing our makeup and catching up. I actually want one. They are super comfy!

2020 San Diego Trip | Day 1 | Din Tai Fung | San Diego, California

Our lunch at Din Tai Fung was so worth it. We got spare ribs, green beans, spicy pork and veggie wontons, pork Xiao long baos, and pork and crab Xiao long baos.

By far the pork and crab xiao long baos were our favourite. The best was when I dipped them into the spicy wonton sauce!

2020 San Diego Trip | Day 1 | Din Tai Fung | San Diego, California | Amy

Amy confirmed tonight that this was the best meal so far! Which I’m so happy to hear since I’m always afraid people won’t like the choices I make!

2020 San Diego Trip | Day 1 | Origins | San Diego, California | Amy Mellie Dee Facials

Since check-in wasn’t until two, we had time to kill. We went into Origins and decided to get a free facial. Since we sat across from one another we noticed the other was in our own bodies and thus these pictures came to fruition. It still gets us everytime we see it. I guess this is what I would look like if I had Sissy’s body. We ended each buying a few things. I got mine shipped home and I’m so excited to use them!

2020 San Diego Trip | Day 1 | Dog Park | San Diego, California

We took a dog park path to cut through to CVS. This picture makes it seem like she’s packed her bags and ran away with her problems which isn’t truly false since we are in another state.

After CVS we took an Uber to our Airbnb where we unloaded and took naps before heading back out again.

2020 San Diego Trip | Day 1 | Liberty Public Market | San Diego, California | Popup Dinner

We got our Uber driver to take us to Liberty Public Market. Where we were dropped off, we saw gorgeous half spheres everywhere! It was a pop-up and if I remember correctly, it’s $80 to rent a bubble and $109 per person for dinner. Oh and not to mention, four people minimum. Since we aren’t rich and definitely don’t have anyone but each other we decided to continue with our plans.

2020 San Diego Trip | Day 1 | Liberty Public Market | San Diego, California | Amy

Liberty Public Market has restaurants and shopping. I bought some cute earrings and even some popcorn. Minocqua sells these delicious potato puffs, jalapeno flavour is the best while Any opted for a sweeter type. You can order online as well and I’m hoping they deliver to Houston.

2020 San Diego Trip | Day 1 | Liberty Public Market | San Diego, California | Parana Empanadas Argentinas

We decided on a snack at Parana Empanadas Argentinas. I got the Spicy Beef flavour, “SB” as engraved on the empanada, which I thought was pretty cool. Amy got the Malbec empanada. Their chumichurri and Chipotle chumichurri was perfect. Their green olive sauce was pretty great too.

2020 San Diego Trip | Day 1 | Liberty Public Market | San Diego, California | The Hot Spot | Mosaics | Amy Mellie Dee

Afterwards we walked around and bumped into an art center in the art district! We could have made pottery, candles, etc. But decided on mosaics. I think they came out pretty well! Plus the conversations we had helped me connect more with her.

2020 San Diego Trip | Day 1 | Liberty Public Market | San Diego, California | Soda & Swine

Liberty Public Market was closing so we searched around for food and decided on Soda & Swine. They’re known for their cocktails here but we decided on a Granny Apple salad, broccolini, brussel sprouts, smashed potatoes, and scotch eggs. Everything was great and the atmosphere was nice. They were a little heavy with the salt but overall, it was still a great experience.

Tomorrow is a new day. This two hour time zone is making me tired. Night world!

Filed Under: Eateries & Drinkeries, Travel Tagged With: American, Asian, Bars and Pubs, Houston, San Diego, Taiwanese, Texas

LTK Crawfish | Lazy Dog Restaurant and Bar | Houston, Texas

February 15, 2020 by Mellie Dee Leave a Comment

Starbucks & Kolache Factory | Katy, Texas

The day started off with Starbucks and Kolaches. The Kolache Factory had a grand opening and I got the spin a wheel. My bad luck followed me as I passed the gift card arrow by two pins. I ended up getting a lanyard from Monster instead. Lame.

Mellie Dee & Jacob

Jacob has been better lately. Maybe he’s getting older but he seems to not cry as much when I hold him. He doesn’t like pictures though so this was the best I got. Such big eyes!

JJ & the Katy Rodeo Parade

We headed to the Katy Rodeo Parade. JJ loves all the candy that gets thrown his way. Mallory and I watched the parade while Jacob slept and John … Well John was having his own fun. He made friends with a cop and talked to him the entire time. I joked if they were going to be on a second date. I love when I get invited to little things like these because memories like that will be with me forever.

Afterward we went and spun some Pokestops so that I can get gifts to send them since I never play. When we got back I headed home and took a nice short nap.

LTK Crawfish | Houston, Texas

I headed over to Priscilla’s and we went with Padit and Ryan to pick up some Crawfish from LTK Crawfish and eat back at the house. The spice level was there but the flavour is lacking. We ordered the Traditional Garlic Butter but it was missing some depth. I don’t hate it though and for the price of was well worth it. I ordered snow crabs as well and we all got corn, potatoes and sausage. Sadly the corn was not fully cooked. The fried rice was surprisingly good as well, especially adding in the garlic butter sauce.

Copper Kettle Chocolate Factory | Tomball, Texas

On our way back to the house we stopped by Copper Kettle Chocolate Factory. The whole entire upper box was $10 for all of those chocolate covered strawberries!

I know how to play the system now. Come day after Valentine’s day and buy half a pound of chocolate covered strawberries and get way over a pounds worth since they have to get rid of it! Plus they were about to close so it’s perfect!

Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar | Houston, Texas

I met Pradz at Lazy Dog Restaurant and Bar. This was THE best piece of bacon I’ve ever had. The beer flight is actually one of the best flights ever put together as well. I would definitely come back here to try other things as we only shared Brussels sprouts since we were still stuffed from our late lunches.

Driving all over today has been exhausting but it’s been great memories all around. Few more days until I get to spend time with an amazing person and eat delicious foods.

Filed Under: Eateries & Drinkeries Tagged With: American, Asian, Bars and Pubs, Houston, Seafood, Texas

Conversations that Spark Wonder

February 8, 2020 by Mellie Dee Leave a Comment

Yummy Seafood & Oysters | Katy, Texas | Beth & Scott

I got to introduce Beth and Scott to one of my favourite seafood boil place, Yummy Seafood & Oysters! They ended up loving the flavours and we had nice conversations about everything and anything, like other religions in the world not many people know about.

Scott and I went to high school together but we were in different circles. I remember his face but that’s about it. It’s such a small world that Mallory and Beth would meet and bring everyone together. Mum was so happy the amount I took back home and couldn’t wait to eat her share.

The General Public | Hopdoddy | Houston, Texas | Milos

I worked out while watching telly, picked up the pups from the vet dropoff and got ready to meet Milos at The General Public for a few drinks. After a bit of conversation I started getting hungry so we stopped by Hopdoddys for the burgers and fries. I learned a lot talking to him about people, life, and living. My own personal therapist as I joked.

The weekend is almost over. I’m not ready!

Filed Under: Eateries & Drinkeries Tagged With: Bars and Pubs, Houston, Sandwiches and Burgers, Seafood, Texas

Happy Hour at High & Dry

January 17, 2020 by Mellie Dee Leave a Comment

Work has been getting harder and harder. I can’t seem to get a break. And feelings of suffocation is happening.

I left work later than planned, rushed home to let the pups out then headed to BIL’s to drop off the PS4. Jason came and was surprised at all the boxes and bags and even tape that still worked after so many years. He said it was like unwrapping a whole new PS4!

High & Dry | Houston, Texas | Old Fashioned & Love Street

Even though it was horrible at work, I was happy I got to be at happy hour with my old co-workers.

Salim dropped off his car at Sissy’s and we took an Uber to High and Dry. He was nice enough to get me a drink since I paid for the ride.

High & Dry | Houston, Texas | Priscilla & Mellie Dee

Priscilla and I had to take a selfie of course!

High & Dry | Houston, Texas | Priscilla, Mellie Dee, Salim, Aaron, John, Gilbert

Then one with all the boys, Salim, Aaron, John and Gilbert. The crowd was crazy and after throwing a few back we headed to eat.

Christian's Tailgate | Houston, Texas | Priscilla, Gilbert, Salim, Aaron, John

I hadn’t eaten since seven the previous night so I guess you could say I was having a dang good time. We ordered a whole table of food and had a great time talking, laughing, and singing along with the 90s music that was playing at Christian’s Tailgate.

We bid our farewells to Priscilla and then after a while, Salim called an Uber and we were out the door. A quick ride back to our cars where we said good night. I headed home since this week has been tough and my bed is calling my name. He, on the other hand, is still out partying. I joked he was going to a booty call.

Tomorrow is hopefully a full day of fun and entertainment. Can’t wait! Eek!

Filed Under: Miscellaneous Tagged With: Bars and Pubs, Houston, Texas

2019 Mother Daughters Trip | Denver, Colorado | Day 1

November 1, 2019 by Mellie Dee Leave a Comment

I’ve been dreaming of having a mother daughters trip since I was a little girl and it’s finally a reality. Sissy wanted to go to Tampa, I wanted to go to another state I’ve never been and Mum wanted Denver. We ended up in Denver, freezing our asses off.

2019 Mother Daughters Trip | Houston to Denver

I got to use a drink voucher and get a mimosa while I watched a movie I downloaded while playing a game.

2019 Mother Daughters Trip | Union Station | Denver, Colorado

We rode the train to Union Station. This place is gorgeous. Reminds me of something out of a Hallmark movie where they meet up and do their final kiss before the credits roll.

2019 Mother Daughters Trip | Pigtrain Coffee Co | Denver, Colorado

We ordered a light snack to share from Pigtrain Coffee Co. I don’t remember what the pastry was but it was perfect.

2019 Mother Daughters Trip | Hotel Indigo | Denver, Colorado

We walked to Hotel Indigo and checked in early. We dropped off our stuff and refreshed ourselves before heading back out in the cold.

2019 Mother Daughters Trip | Leaves Changing | Denver, Colorado

I love seeing the leaves change colours. I wish I could witness it with more shades but I guess this will do.

2019 Mother Daughters Trip | Appaloosa Grill | Denver, Colorado

We did a lot of small shops before stopping at Appaloosa Grill for lunch. They served fried pig ears but it’s not what I thought. The flavour was nice but the cut and size of each was too big. Else everything was good but nothing to rave about.

2019 Mother Daughters Trip | State Capital | Denver, Colorado

We trekked back outside in the snow and walked passed the capital.

2019 Mother Daughters Trip | Squirrel | Denver, Colorado

I bumped into this squirrel who was very photogenic and even went to me and posed for me. Mum tried to do the same but it ran away.

2019 Mother Daughters Trip | Molly Brown House Museum | Denver, Colorado

We decided to do the Molly Brown House Museum. She’s a survivor from the Titanic and it was interesting to see how they used to live. They had such beautiful stained glass windows and I find those stoves to be adorable though I’m happy I don’t have to use one.

2019 Mother Daughters Trip | Hearth & Dram | Denver, Colorado

We went back to our hotel, took showers and relaxed before heading off to dinner at Hearth & Dram. This is connected to our hotel so it was a quick walk. We ordered a lot but one of my favourites is the best salad. Crazy, right?

It’s so early and they’re both asleep already. I guess I’ll head to bed soon too.

Filed Under: Eateries & Drinkeries, Travel Tagged With: American, Bars and Pubs, Colorado, Denver, Museums

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