It’s been a long overdue road trip with Liliana. We’ve spoken so many times but never executed the plans so I was very excited for today to come. She came to pick me up even though it was out of her way since I’m still a little shaken up from the crash.

We made our way to Beeville and checked in at Newman’s Bakery for the castle tour. We picked up some goodies as well. They were super sweet but they were delicious. I threw the rest away because it was too overly sweet and had nowhere to put it.

We took the ten minute drive to the Newman’s Castle and was impressed at how fancy it looks. The owner knew he talked a lot (from reviews I suppose) and since it was super hot out, he gave everyone permission to begin their own tours if we didn’t want to listen. Also, it was air conditioned inside so it was a plus.

After touring the place on our own, we went in for our free lunches. These sandwiches tasted better than other sandwiches and I believe it’s the thick bread and thick slices of turkey. They even had mead! It was super strong and left a horrible taste in our mouths but others loved it.

[2018] 202/365: Newman’s Castle

After lunch we bid farewell to the castle and headed on our merry way.

We were going to go to Blue Bell Creamery but with all the sugar we had we opted for an impromptu stop at Chappell Hill Lavender Farm. It wasn’t the right month for picking but their shops were still opened so we bought some goodies. Funny enough we ended up getting ice cream there. Blueberry Lavender for me and White Chocolate Lavender for her. We didn’t really taste the lavender much and didn’t think it was worth the money. Whomp. I had a few bites of mine until I called it a day.

We checked into our hotel and I surprised Lily with her engagement gift. Silly her, thinking it was my toiletry bag or something. Haha

An old picture I took of all the contents. I cannot wait for her to use and taste everything! Don’t forget to share with Daniel!!

We had plans to go shopping in little shops downtown but we ended up sitting in bed planning her wedding and catching up. I missed this and am so happy we were able to do this for hours.

Our stomachs started growling and we ended up at Los Cabos Mexican Grill & Steakhouse. There was so much food and I felt like I was going to blow. I had so much leftover I had to pack it all up.

Now we are back at the hotel. We showered and as Lily waits for me to finish typing, she’s talking to Daniel and watching Wonder Women. Daniel just FaceTime her so I’m going to try to get in on this conversation. Haha Just kidding … maybe. Bye!!