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2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | Part III

April 15, 2018 by Mellie Dee Leave a Comment

We all woke up and headed towards Dallas before the sun came up stopping by McDonald’s for a quick breakfast.

After a long drive, we stopped by Buc-ee’s at Madisonville for gas and others to use the restroom.

Once we got there, Brudda showed the house before heading to lunch meeting up with Joanna and Kiran at Lockhart Smokehouse.

We ordered two pounds of ribs, moist brisket, two links of original sausage, two links of jalapeno sausage, deviled eggs, mac & cheese, coleslaw, beans and potato salad. Everything was delicious. My favourite were the ribs, jalapeno sausage, and beans.

We stopped by Dude, Sweet Chocolate that was next door so that Wilson could try and buy if he wanted to.

We stopped by Joanna and Kiran’s new house that’s being built then headed to Hurts Donut Company.

We ordered way too many donuts but it was nice getting to try different flavours. Everything is way too sweet and we all agreed this was more for looks than for taste. Majority’s favourite was the bear claw.

Tammy went and got Emmy a little sausage kolache to munch on. It was not too shabby but it’s got nothing on the Kolache Factory … obviously.

We stopped by Ford Center at The Star to walk around.

I went and got a lotto scratch off. Wilson bought his first lotto ticket (Powerball I believe) and we’re excited to see what the outcome is, understanding it’s quite difficult to win.

Afterwards, we went to the outlets, not knowing it was closing early due to it being Sunday. We ended up going to one store but they were able to buy a few pairs of shoes and t-shirts. We’re aiming to have a full day of shopping for them as long as they needed.

Then we met up with Joanna, Kiran, Katie, John, Sarah, and Peggy at Legacy Hall. Tammy’s parents even joined us!

I love the little quotes they have on the wall. This one was my favourite.

This place is like a three-level food court and we all bought different things so everyone could try. These were some I was able to get a taste of. Overall, the food wasn’t bad but the cost wasn’t the best for the quality. Would I come back? Probably since it’s nice to be able to pick and choose different things.

[2018] 105/365: Movie Time with Brudda

Brudda and I both edited our own pictures while we watched Pitch Perfect 3. Sadly, we’re both so tired that we couldn’t finish it. We have 20 minutes left which I guess we’ll watch tomorrow. Until then, it’s bed time for me because it’s been a super, duper, long day.

McDonald’s
405 S Fry Road, Katy, Texas 77450 | (281) 492-2242 | Website | Yelp

Buc-ee’s
205 IH-45 S, Madisonville, Texas 77864 | (979) 238-6390 | Website | Yelp

Lockhart Smokehouse
1026 E 15th St, Plano, Texas 75074 | (972) 516-8900 | Website | Yelp

Dude, Sweet Chocolate
1016 E 15th St, Plano, Texas 75074 | (972) 424-6200 | Website | Yelp

Hurts Donut
3288 Main St, Frisco, Texas 75033 | Website | Yelp

Ford Center at The Star
9 Cowboys Way, Frisco, Texas 75034 | (972) 497-4900 | Website | Yelp

Legacy Hall
7800 Windrose Ave, Plano, Texas 75024 | (972) 846-4255 | Website | Yelp

2018 San Antonio Trip for Our 2nd Dating Anniversary | Day 2

April 7, 2018 by Mellie Dee 2 Comments

Scruffy woke up pretty early but since I slept late, I didn’t wake up until almost eleven and by that time, it was time for lunch soooo, we headed over to Alamo Beer and shared a flight.

$2018 San Antonio Trip | So. Tex BBQ | San Antonio, Texas$

They had a food truck set up outside, SO. Tex BBQ.

$2018 San Antonio Trip | So. Tex BBQ | San Antonio, Texas | BBQ Sandwich, Sausage Wrap, Pico de Gallo$

He ordered a pork sandwich and I ordered a sausage wrap. Hands down, best sausage I’ve had. Scruffy attest that any sausage with a natural casing is my favourite. I just love that crunch, or snap, as Scruffy would say.

Afterward, we headed over to The Pearl. It’s an area that I’ve done a brisk walk before when I came for dinner but never really took it in.

We walked into a lot of random places but The Twig Book Shop needs to be mentioned. Scruffy isn’t a book reader so I was surprised when he walked up to the cash register with one to purchase. The pages have short facts in them and apparently pleases him to know he won’t have to read something page to page like a novel.

He grabbed a beer from Bottling Department and we were able to take it anywhere on the property. All we had to do was recycle. How cool is that?!

And how gorgeous is this?! I wanted to get a close up picture but it was super cold and Scruffy wasn’t having it. Getting this picture still made me happy enough to let it go.

I was finally able to go to Hotel Emma. It is so beautiful inside and historic. We tried to take many selfies while we were in there but I didn’t like much of them of myself.

Here’s my love standing outside. We aren’t too sure what this is for but I liked the design.

We stopped by Brew’s Lee Tea Station where I was able to finally get a dual drink! I’ve always wanted to try this place since I see a lot of my friends posting about it. Sadly the milk tea with pearls and glowing tea wasn’t anything to rave about. I will say everything was way too sweet and I felt I was getting into a diabetic shock. Spoiler alert: the glowing tea is tangerine.

We stopped by my old stomping grounds and visited the For The Kids Dance Marathon at UTSA. I will say it was a little awkward showing up but I figured since I was in town, it only made sense. We hauled ass out of there though. Later in the night, we found out they raised $50000 or so which isn’t too bad.

After leaving, we went to Reds, Whites & Brews Restaurant.

We ordered a Malbec and chomped on some baked brie and jalapeno jam. The garlic herb butter they served with the bread was the bomb. We literally spread that on the bottom of the bread before slathering on the brie and jam combo. Omg … go try that out!

We were heading back to the hotel but Scruffy saw Bush’s Chicken and just HAD to have it.

Let’s just say he was a bit disappointed. We saved the rest later that night after a night of drinking and hanging out with friends so, not much complaint, but not much to rave about.

Patricia was nice enough to come pick us up and we headed to Cover 3 where we met up with Amy and Jackie.

I started off with a dos-a-rita, that’s not what they called it but that’s what I’m calling it. I felt wayyyyyyy good after that if you know what I mean.

Scruffy got the Margarita Flatbread which was a hit for him. He loved it so much and says it’s the best flatbread he’s ever had. I’ll have to agree.

He wanted to try the Chicken Fried NY Strip as well so I got that and it was equally as delicious. The potatoes were …. omg. Just anything slathered with garlic is a hit for me lately. #vampiresbackoff

[2018] 097/365: Love These Gals

These girls. I don’t see or talk to them often but when I do, it’s always a ball. I love them so much and am always glad to have them in my life and that we are able to pick up right where we left off.

After we bid our farewells, Patricia was nice enough to drop us off and even come to our room and hang out with us. We talked about so many random things and it brings back college memories. I miss having these days with any and all of my friends so I definitely appreciated this a lot.

So many memories have been gained from taking this trip and I cannot wait for more.

Alamo Beer
202 Lamar Street, San Antonio, Texas 78202 | (210) 872-5589 | Website | Yelp

Pearl Historic District
San Antonio, Texas 78006 | Website | Yelp

The Twig Book Shop
306 Pearl Parkway, San Antonio, Texas 78215 | (210) 826-6411 | Website | Yelp

Bottling Department
312 Pearl Parkway, San Antonio, Texas 78215 | (210) 564-9140 | Website | Yelp

Hotel Emma
136 E Grayson, San Antonio, Texas 78215 | (210) 448-8300 | Website | Yelp

Brew’s Lee Tea
4009 Broadway Street, San Antonio, Texas 78209 | (210) 598-0068 | Website | Yelp

Reds, Whites and Brews Restaurant
15614 Huebner Road, San Antonio, Texas 78248 | (210) 493-7599 | Website | Yelp

Bush’s Chicken
10603 Huebner Road, San Antonio, Texas 78240 | (210) 267-2033 | Website | Yelp

Cover 3
1806 NW Loop 1604, San Antonio, Texas 78248 | (210) 479-9700 | Website | Yelp

2018 San Antonio Trip for Our 2nd Dating Anniversary | Day 1

April 6, 2018 by Mellie Dee 2 Comments

Once Scruffy came over we packed up the car and went on our merry way to San Antonio stopping at Mickey D’s for breakfast.

As he drove I used his lucky penny and scratched off lottery tickets he got me. Sadly the only luck it gave us was a five dollar return. I guess it’s better than nothing.

We walked around the Riverwalk and stopped at Barriba Cantina.

It’s always been a dream of mine to stop and sit on the balcony of a restaurant on the Riverwalk, order a drink and just chill. I was able to fill that dream today and it was pretty nice.

The only thing we hated was how they made it sound like we were getting chips and dip for free and they ended up being $10. That’s how they get you. Horrible people. Also, what Mexican place not give free chips and dip. LAME RIVERWALK PLACES I GUESS!

I’ve always wanted to stop at La Villita and walk around and we somehow ended up walking past it.

I was able to stop at a couple of shops like Plaza Taxco who sells sterling silver jewelry from Taxco.

And Besarte who sells random jewelry, arts, and the such.

We stopped by Total Wine to grab some goodies before heading to the hotel to check in early.

Scruffy called La Quinta Inn & Suites San Antonio Airport earlier in the week and told them it was our 2nd Anniversary and they upgraded us to a suite and gave us a goodie bag. Is it bad that we didn’t correct them when they thought it was our wedding anniversary?

Scruffy called hoping to purchase some champagne deal but they didn’t have one so he bought a tiny one from Houston and surprised me with it! Cutest thing.

I took a nap while he watched telly then we got ready and headed to The Hoppy Monk.

2018 San Antonio Trip | The Hoppy Monk | San Antonio, Texas | Brussels Sprouts

Brussel Sprouts [salsa macha, apple, agave syrup, roasted almonds] | $8

When it comes to drink places I usually sit while he drinks. But we were both surprised when we found the brussels sprouts and it quickly became our favourite to the point where we ordered a second. That’s how good it was! If you ever come to this place you definitely need to try this.

We went to the highlight of the night, the number one reason we came back (not really, but really), Smashin Crab. On our last trip to San Antonio we found this place and agreed to come back during crawfish season so here we are.

I took this picture with the beer for the hedgehog hanging off so Jenny can see since she got it for me and it’s super cute.

2018 San Antonio Trip | Smashin Crab | San Antonio, Texas | Crawfish and Shrimp

Crawfish | $10/lb … Shrimp | $14/lb … Trinity Flavour and Level 3 and 4

We started with a pound of each, crawfish and shrimp, with level three trinity. The crawfish was way too small and over cooked for me to get more. Yes. This is coming from the crawfish queen. Instead we opted for two pounds of shrimp with level four trinity. Scruffy quickly regretted it and agreed we should have stuck with level three. Haha

[2018] 096/365: Silly Photoshoots With My Love

These silly picture sessions are my favourite. It shows our goofy side for sure. So much laughter every time. This picture makes me laugh so much.

Overall it’s been an amazing trip and he’s gone above and beyond to make it special. Thanks, my love. I’m forever grateful especially while I’m typing this and you’re getting ignored for a couple hours but I mean, someone did forget the laptop cable making this post harder to achieve.

I’ll add the links to these place so when I get back home. Til then, night!

McDonald’s
405 S Fry Road, Katy, Texas 77450 | (281) 492-2242 | Website | Yelp

Barriba Cantina
111 W Crockett, San Antonio, Texas 78205 | (210) 228-9876 | Website | Yelp

La Villita Historic Arts Village
418 Villita Street, San Antonio, Texas 78205 | (210) 207-8614 | Yelp

Plaza Taxco
111 Choncho Street, San Antonio, Texas 78207 | (210) 212-6733 | Website | Yelp

Besarte
418 Villita Street, San Antonio, Texas 78205 | (210) 550-2102 | Yelp

Total Wine & More
125 NW Loop 410, San Antonio, Texas 78216 | (210) 524-9300 | Website | Yelp

La Quinta Inn & Suites San Antonio Airport
850 Halm Blvd, San Antonio, Texas 78216 | (210) 342-3738 | Website | Yelp

The Hoppy Monk
1010 N Loop 1604 E, San Antonio, Texas 78232 | (210) 545-3330 | Website | Yelp

Smashin Crab
8910 Bandera Road, San Antonio, Texas 78250 | (210) 509-7702 | Website | Yelp

Drinks and Board Games

March 31, 2018 by Mellie Dee Leave a Comment

Scruffy and I started out the day heading over to Sissy and BILs. We had plans with the two of them and Timothy. Drinks and board games. We started off at Moon Tower Inn.

Moon Tower Inn | Houston, Texas | Cheech Big Body Burgers

Cheech Big Body Burgers [chevre, poblano, thick bacon, and sambal mayo] | $9.99

Scruffy and BIL both got this burger. I wasn’t too big of a fan of it since the poblanos gave it a weird flavour.

Moon Tower Inn | Houston, Texas | Chong Big Body Burgers

Chong Big Body Burgers [sunnyside egg, thick bacon, cheddar, creole mustard and housemade bread and butter picked japs] | $9.99

I did like my burger more since the yolk made it much juicier and the pickled jalapenos made it a word of difference.

After that, we headed over to Sigma Brewing Company.

Scruffy and BIL both got flights but the rest of us weren’t too down for any more beers. They both concluded that the beers were not great and that they won’t be coming back.

We went back to Sissy and BIL’s house where we played more board games before leaving for Gordon’s Birthday dinner.

[2018] 090/365:

We had the dinner at Crown Seafood Restaurant where the tables were filled with too much food. After much talking and hanging out we all went back to our own homes.

Scruffy went back to his own house so I get Luna all to myself. 😀

Moon Tower Inn
3004 Canal Street, Houston, Texas 77003 | Website | Yelp

Sigma Brewing Company
3118 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, Texas 77003 | (346) 352-3190 | Website | Yelp

Crown Seafood Restaurant
10796 Bellaire Blvd, Houston, Texas 77072 | (281) 575-1768 | Website | Yelp

Busy Body

March 21, 2018 by Mellie Dee Leave a Comment

I had so much human interaction today, I felt like a busy body. Literally drained from it all but it was fun!

This morning started with me cleaning the skimmer (pool filter) and Scruffy getting a call from his friend, Albert. He was in town and wanted to see if we were free for lunch so we headed to Scruffy’s recommendation of Pacific Coast Tacos.

How cute is this Salsa Bar?! I made Scruffy get one of each so I could try it all. Habanero and Roasted Tomatillo was my favourite. Scruffy loved the Tomatillo. The real winner though was none of the above. It was from a bottle they bought, Trappey’s Hot Sauce Ghost Pepper. Albert went and asked where to buy it and they told us the Whole Foods next door. We went and couldn’t find it. I couldn’t find it online either so either they don’t sell it anymore or they just don’t want us to have any of our own.

Pacific Coast Tacos | Sugar Land, Texas | Grilled Fish, Fried Fish, Korean Beef, Bang Bang Shrimp, and PCT Originals

Grilled Fish [mango pineapple pico, purple cabbage, creamy jalapeno cilantro sauce] • Fried Fish [mixed cabbage, laguna sauce, chili sauce, cilantro] • Korean Beef [napa cabbage, cilantro, sliced radish, scallion, citrus soy, chili sauce] • Bang Bang Shrimp [tossed in PCT Bang-Bang sweet heat chili sauce, mixed cabbage, radish] • PCT Originals Killer Fries [cripsy twice fried Kennebec fries with house seasonings]

I can say with confidence that this place is better than Torchy’s Tacos. Go try it out. You will not be disappointed. My favourite was the Bang-Bang Shrimp. I’ve told Scruffy that if Jarro Cafe is too far away this will be our taco place. It’s THAT good.

[2018] 080/365:

Before we left our Home Chef delivery arrived. I’m so excited. I’ve always wanted to try one of these boxes type meals. We were in a rush so I wasn’t able to see their packaging fully until after lunch. We opted for the Steak Au Poivre and the Beef & Pepper Tamale Pie. I loved that the meats were at the bottom with some ice packs and divided where the rest of the ingredients were. Even those were packaged individually per meal. They had three ice packs total which can be reused, how amazing!

And look at their insulation system. I’m pretty sure it’s just a lot of recycled cloths but it’s so simple and smart.

We cannot wait to see how everything tastes!

We met Saleh and Lacey at Churchill’s Sports Bar & Grill.

We threw back a few and had some stimulating conversations. It’s been a while since I’ve had those since I’m home all the time nowadays.

The boys played a round of pool before we called it quits.

We all headed to Saleh’s house where Salah was making his chili. We laid it on a bed of Fritos and sprinkled on cheese, sour cream, and jalapenos. Though it isn’t as spicy as Scruffy’s chili, it was equally delicious. Salah even made an eggplant concoction and I was surprised Scruffy liked it!

We stopped by Andrew’s for a hang out session and are now getting ready to watch Scrubs or Game of Thrones, or whatever our hearts desire. The night is young …. right?

Pacific Coast Tacos
1525 Lake Pointe Pwky, Sugar Land, Texas 77478 | (281) 980-0403 | Website | Yelp

Churchill’s Sports Bar & Grill
16687 W Airport Blvd, Sugar Land, TX 77498 | (281) 325-0095 | Website | Yelp

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McDonald’s 405 S Fry Road, Katy, Texas 77450 | (281) 492-2242 | Website | Yelp

Buc-ee’s 205 IH-45 S, Madisonville, Texas 77864 | (979) 238-6390 | Website | Yelp

Lockhart Smokehouse 1026 E 15th St, Plano, Texas 75074 | (972) 516-8900 | Website | Yelp

Dude, Sweet Chocolate 1016 E 15th St, Plano, Texas 75074 | (972) 424-6200 | Website | Yelp

Hurts Donut 3288 Main St, Frisco, Texas 75033 | Website | Yelp

Ford Center at The Star 9 Cowboys Way, Frisco, Texas 75034 | (972) 497-4900 | Website | Yelp

Legacy Hall 7800 Windrose Ave, Plano, Texas 75024 | (972) 846-4255 | Website | Yelp

Alamo Beer 202 Lamar Street, San Antonio, Texas 78202 | (210) 872-5589 | Website | Yelp

Pearl Historic District San Antonio, Texas 78006 | Website | Yelp

The Twig Book Shop 306 Pearl Parkway, San Antonio, Texas 78215 | (210) 826-6411 | Website | Yelp

Bottling Department 312 Pearl Parkway, San Antonio, Texas 78215 | (210) 564-9140 | Website | Yelp

Hotel Emma 136 E Grayson, San Antonio, Texas 78215 | (210) 448-8300 | Website | Yelp

Brew’s Lee Tea 4009 Broadway Street, San Antonio, Texas 78209 | (210) 598-0068 | Website | Yelp

Reds, Whites and Brews Restaurant 15614 Huebner Road, San Antonio, Texas 78248 | (210) 493-7599 | Website | Yelp

Bush’s Chicken 10603 Huebner Road, San Antonio, Texas 78240 | (210) 267-2033 | Website | Yelp

Cover 3 1806 NW Loop 1604, San Antonio, Texas 78248 | (210) 479-9700 | Website | Yelp

McDonald’s 405 S Fry Road, Katy, Texas 77450 | (281) 492-2242 | Website | Yelp

Barriba Cantina 111 W Crockett, San Antonio, Texas 78205 | (210) 228-9876 | Website | Yelp

La Villita Historic Arts Village 418 Villita Street, San Antonio, Texas 78205 | (210) 207-8614 | Yelp

Plaza Taxco 111 Choncho Street, San Antonio, Texas 78207 | (210) 212-6733 | Website | Yelp

Besarte 418 Villita Street, San Antonio, Texas 78205 | (210) 550-2102 | Yelp

Total Wine & More 125 NW Loop 410, San Antonio, Texas 78216 | (210) 524-9300 | Website | Yelp

La Quinta Inn & Suites San Antonio Airport 850 Halm Blvd, San Antonio, Texas 78216 | (210) 342-3738 | Website | Yelp

The Hoppy Monk 1010 N Loop 1604 E, San Antonio, Texas 78232 | (210) 545-3330 | Website | Yelp

Smashin Crab 8910 Bandera Road, San Antonio, Texas 78250 | (210) 509-7702 | Website | Yelp

Moon Tower Inn 3004 Canal Street, Houston, Texas 77003 | Website | Yelp

Sigma Brewing Company 3118 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, Texas 77003 | (346) 352-3190 | Website | Yelp

Crown Seafood Restaurant 10796 Bellaire Blvd, Houston, Texas 77072 | (281) 575-1768 | Website | Yelp

Pacific Coast Tacos 1525 Lake Pointe Pwky, Sugar Land, Texas 77478 | (281) 980-0403 | Website | Yelp

Churchill’s Sports Bar & Grill 16687 W Airport Blvd, Sugar Land, TX 77498 | (281) 325-0095 | Website | Yelp

McDonald’s
405 S Fry Road, Katy, Texas 77450 | (281) 492-2242 | Website | Yelp

Buc-ee’s
205 IH-45 S, Madisonville, Texas 77864 | (979) 238-6390 | Website | Yelp

Lockhart Smokehouse
1026 E 15th St, Plano, Texas 75074 | (972) 516-8900 | Website | Yelp

Dude, Sweet Chocolate
1016 E 15th St, Plano, Texas 75074 | (972) 424-6200 | Website | Yelp

Hurts Donut
3288 Main St, Frisco, Texas 75033 | Website | Yelp

Ford Center at The Star
9 Cowboys Way, Frisco, Texas 75034 | (972) 497-4900 | Website | Yelp

Legacy Hall
7800 Windrose Ave, Plano, Texas 75024 | (972) 846-4255 | Website | Yelp

Alamo Beer
202 Lamar Street, San Antonio, Texas 78202 | (210) 872-5589 | Website | Yelp

Pearl Historic District
San Antonio, Texas 78006 | Website | Yelp

The Twig Book Shop
306 Pearl Parkway, San Antonio, Texas 78215 | (210) 826-6411 | Website | Yelp

Bottling Department
312 Pearl Parkway, San Antonio, Texas 78215 | (210) 564-9140 | Website | Yelp

Hotel Emma
136 E Grayson, San Antonio, Texas 78215 | (210) 448-8300 | Website | Yelp

Brew’s Lee Tea
4009 Broadway Street, San Antonio, Texas 78209 | (210) 598-0068 | Website | Yelp

Reds, Whites and Brews Restaurant
15614 Huebner Road, San Antonio, Texas 78248 | (210) 493-7599 | Website | Yelp

Bush’s Chicken
10603 Huebner Road, San Antonio, Texas 78240 | (210) 267-2033 | Website | Yelp

Cover 3
1806 NW Loop 1604, San Antonio, Texas 78248 | (210) 479-9700 | Website | Yelp

McDonald’s
405 S Fry Road, Katy, Texas 77450 | (281) 492-2242 | Website | Yelp

Barriba Cantina
111 W Crockett, San Antonio, Texas 78205 | (210) 228-9876 | Website | Yelp

La Villita Historic Arts Village
418 Villita Street, San Antonio, Texas 78205 | (210) 207-8614 | Yelp

Plaza Taxco
111 Choncho Street, San Antonio, Texas 78207 | (210) 212-6733 | Website | Yelp

Besarte
418 Villita Street, San Antonio, Texas 78205 | (210) 550-2102 | Yelp

Total Wine & More
125 NW Loop 410, San Antonio, Texas 78216 | (210) 524-9300 | Website | Yelp

La Quinta Inn & Suites San Antonio Airport
850 Halm Blvd, San Antonio, Texas 78216 | (210) 342-3738 | Website | Yelp

The Hoppy Monk
1010 N Loop 1604 E, San Antonio, Texas 78232 | (210) 545-3330 | Website | Yelp

Smashin Crab
8910 Bandera Road, San Antonio, Texas 78250 | (210) 509-7702 | Website | Yelp

Moon Tower Inn
3004 Canal Street, Houston, Texas 77003 | Website | Yelp

Sigma Brewing Company
3118 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, Texas 77003 | (346) 352-3190 | Website | Yelp

Crown Seafood Restaurant
10796 Bellaire Blvd, Houston, Texas 77072 | (281) 575-1768 | Website | Yelp

Pacific Coast Tacos
1525 Lake Pointe Pwky, Sugar Land, Texas 77478 | (281) 980-0403 | Website | Yelp

Churchill’s Sports Bar & Grill
16687 W Airport Blvd, Sugar Land, TX 77498 | (281) 325-0095 | Website | Yelp