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Tea Top | Katy, Texas

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Guys! I’ve struggled with my internet speed since I was a child. CHILD! Today Brudda set up a booster and my speed is so freaking fast now. In every single part of our house. It’s such a new thing to me that I had to document it.

Technical QBR with Reservoir Engineers & Geologists

Today the reservoir engineers and geologist presented at the technical quarterly business review. It’s such a great feeling to see all your hard work being put to use. I’ve also found my love for fresh blueberries again.

Eight Turn Crepe with Tammy, Emmy, June

After a day full of meetings I went home for dinner. I had promised to take Tammy for dessert so we, along with Emmy and June, went to Eight Turn Crepe. It was good but not as good as good as when it first opened. We still had fun though.

Tea Top | Katy, Texas

We then stopped at Tea Top since it’s apparently one of the best rated. It took us a lot of time to figure out the menunanf they were very patient.It was only okay for me but I guess I’ll still come back.

I’ve been binging on The Crown since starting it with Mallory. It’s getting better and better. I feel my British accent coming up. It’s horrid though.

Two more days of work til the weekend!!

Finn and Emmy Meet

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Deadpool Funkos

Woke up to Brudda telling me the 10 inch Deadpools were for my birthday this year to me replying it could be for two since there so many. He ran to his storage and pulled these small ones out to add to it. I’m going to bed more storage space until I move out!

Finn's Bedroom Wall

Finn’s room is now ready! I might just call him Ethan in here since we haven’t locked down a nickname for him. Do y’all like the wall decal? I took what brother sent me and changed it just a tad and cut it out and applied it. I’m open for business! Holler at me.

XO Coffee & Bistro | Plano, Texas

We dropped Sissy at the hair salon then Mum and I went to run some errands before going to XO Coffee and Bistro. Iced latte for me and a mocha and pastry for Mum. Then we walked around some local shops before Sissy was done.

Zero Degrees & Beard Papas | Plano, Texas

We stopped by Beard Papas and Zero Degrees to pick up lunch for the family. Beard Papas gave out free mugs since January 2nd was cream puff day which was pretty awesome.

Japanese Single Malt Whiskey

Emmy wanted to get out of the house so Sissy and I took her to Target. We went home and played with her for a while before Emmy finally got to meet Finn. I heard she was unsure first but warmed up quick.

Jenny and Le came over and Brudda opened the Single Malt Whiskey they brought from Japan. It was super smooth. We all hung out for a long while before we all headed off to bed.

Tomorrow we head home. Can’t wait to see Rizzo!!

Wall Decal Making

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McDonalds Coffee & Kolaches

I slept super late last night photoshopping the wall decal for Finn’s bedroom wall. And my body alarm wouldn’t let me sleep past eight in the morning. Sissy got me some McDonald’s coffee and jalapeno Kolaches. They are huge and very tasty. I put the other one in the fridge for tomorrow. Hoping no one steals it!

Finn's Bedroom Wall Decal

I sat and cut out the wall decal designs for a good few hours while watching Gotham. Who needs wall decals? The vinyl is SO easy to weed. I’m very happy and finished earlier than I thought.

Sick Emmy

Brudda and I went to pick up Emmy to take her home. It pains me to see her so down but I guess it’s normal.

Emmy Colouring

We’ve been trying to put her to sleep since she’s gotten home. She’s been sick and haven’t gotten much shut eye. She kept us busy running around with her as Brudda and I tried putting up Finn’s wall decal.

Sweet But Hong Kong Milk Tea & Fat Ni BBQ Kebabs

She kept saying she wanted chicken so Brudda went and got Kebabs but she didn’t end up eating it. She went upstairs, peed, and fell asleep. Oh kids.

Brudda went and got me a Hong Kong Milk Tea and we are finishing up the wall while everyone is asleep. Maybe I’ll have a picture for y’all tomorrow.

2019 | Thanksgiving in Dallas

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McDonald's with Emmy and SIL

We got into Dallas last night. Mostly to drop off Emmy but to also spend Thanksgiving together. Mum and June went and got us breakfast at McDonald’s – first time Mum’s ever drove in Dallas! I shared above with Emmy and SIL.

Attic Remodel with Brudda and Dad

Then Brudda put me to work in the attic with Dad. He’s transforming his two attics into storage rooms so we’ve been putting in drywall. I worked for a good while before they were able to handle it themselves but there is still a lot of work to do for tomorrow.

Cris and John Vietnamese Street Food | Dallas, Texas

They kept working but the rest of us went to Cris and John Vietnamese Street Food for lunch. They had such cute decor and their Horchata was on point. It’s a fusion between Vietnamese and Mexican.

Cris and John Vietnamese Street Food | Dallas, Texas | Food

We ordered almost everything off the menu. I won’t say everything was great but I’d come back for the pho.

Patti La Belle Sweet Potato Pie

We even stopped by Wal-Mart because I really craved the sweet potato pie from last year at Richard’s Thanksgiving. They sell the mini version as well and I found it so freaking adorable. I was told to put it back down though and stick with the big one.

We all tried to shop online and take naps as well but Emmy kept me up. Soon enough, Brudda and I went to Wal-Mart so that I could get my 10-inch gold Deadpool Funko. He bought the other four variations for me this morning as early birthday presents for the next few birthdays.

Hunan Bistro | Plano, Texas | Le, Aaron, Mellie Dee, SIL

Then it was Thanksgiving at Hunan Bistro. No usual Thanksgiving feast here though we did get some wine. We ordered so much that I am so stuffed. My favourite was the fried intestines. I know you’re probably thinking it’s gross, but it’s all in your head.

Boba Ave 8090 | Plano, Texas | Jenny & Mellie Dee

The kids went next door to Boba Ave 8090 while everyone else went back to their respective homes. We talked about weddings and random things before heading home.

June and I finished our movies and I went and bought more things as Christmas presents. I hope everyone likes theirs!

2019 Mother Daughters Trip | Denver, Colorado | Day 2

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2019 Mother Daughters Trip | Tupelo Honey | Denver, Colorado

In the morning we forgo the breakfast plans and picked a Tupelo Honey closer to our hotel. Everything was perfect here. From their brussel sprouts to the shashuka and grits and shrimp and grits. I wouldn’t mind having one of these places back in Houston.

2019 Mother Daughters Trip | Denver Botanic Gardens | Denver, Colorado | Plants

Since the walk was kind of far we took and Uber to the botanical gardens. There’s not much to see since it is winter but they did have a couple of exhibits that were indoor.

2019 Mother Daughters Trip | Denver Botanic Gardens | Denver, Colorado | Dio de Las Muertos

They were also celebrating Dio de Las Muertos. They had so many things painted and lots of children activities in tents such as face painting.

2019 Mother Daughters Trip | Denver Botanic Gardens | Denver, Colorado | Frozen Pond

We skipped all of that and walked around and found a frozen pond. It still surprises me that this happens every year for the people that live here.

2019 Mother Daughters Trip | Denver Botanic Gardens | Denver, Colorado | Japanese Garden Snowy

My favourite part of the whole garden was the Japanese Garden. Everything was snowy here so it was beautiful.

2019 Mother Daughters Trip | Little Owl Coffee | Denver, Colorado

After the gardens Sissy wanted coffee so we took an Uber to Little Owl Coffee. It was a short distance to our hotel but the only thing I didn’t like was their lack of pastries. We saw pictures online but nothing in person so we opted to just lattes and mochas.

2019 Mother Daughters Trip | Walking on Snow | Denver, Colorado

We chugged our drinks and trekked on. I love being able to step in snow with my boots. I love the sound and the way it feels. No more after today.

2019 Mother Daughters Trip | Cooper + Dash Gifts and Gallery | Denver, Colorado

We made a couple stops to find souvenirs and ended up at Dash + Cooper. I love that there is a giant unicorn at the doorway. Emmy would have loved it!

2019 Mother Daughters Trip | Milkbox Ice Creamery | Denver, Colorado

As we were walking back to our hotel, we stopped by Union Station to Milkbox for some ice cream. I got a peanut butter type while she got a vegan chocolate type. Both delicious and perfect treat for the cold weather.

2019 Mother Daughters Trip | Union Station at Night | Denver, Colorado

We showered and lazied about the hotel until close to our dinner reservations. As we walked to the restaurant we got to see Union Station lighted up at night. It was gorgeous.

2019 Mother Daughters Trip | Panzano | Denver, Colorado

We finally made it to Panzano for dinner. I’ve been looking forward to their brussel sprouts. If you haven’t noticed, that’s usually one of the things I have to order if it’s on the menu. The way this was prepped reminds me of the place I went to in San Antonio since they both use apples and pistachios with their dish. My lamb was also on point and being able to suck out the bone marrow was a huge plus for me.

2019 Mother Daughters Trip | Panzano | Denver, Colorado | Mellie Dee

We walked to another shop for a souvenir before calling it a night. We packed as much as we could and are now in bed. Night, world!