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2021 | Week 61 of Quarantine | Birthdays & San Antonio

May 16, 2021 by Mellie Dee Leave a Comment

2021 | Week 61 of Quarantine | Nails & Hair

Started off the week doing my own nails and curing my hair. I’ve realized my SUPER long hair looks great curled.

2021 | Week 61 of Quarantine | Pearl & Vine | Katy, Texas | Birthday Dinner | Mallory, Beth, Mellie Dee

Tuesday, I met up with Mallory & Beth and Pearl and Vine for my early birthday celebration. We pretty much ordered the entire menu. Everything tasted pretty great. It was a bit on the louder side so it was hard to hear but other than that all was well. We enjoyed some drinks and had a great time talking about nothing. There were no screaming kids around as well so I hope the mamas had a great relaxing night.

Side note. The pink martini was actually clear. Mallory ordered it because we though a blue martini would be blue. Instead it was clear and named blue martini because it uses an olive stuffed with blue cheese.

2021 | Week 61 of Quarantine | Massage Heights | Birthday

Thursday, for my birthday, I finally used the Massage Heights gift cards my siblings and significant others got me back in 2019. It had enough for a one and a half hour massage and one hour facial. I had a grand time and wished I had a nice robe like theirs. There was a small part of me that wanted to steal it!

2021 | Week 61 of Quarantine | Tiffs Treats, Starbucks, Los Balitos, Ginger Thai, Ice Cream Cake, Pokemon Puzzle | Birthday

I went and got my free Starbucks drink and some tacos from Los Balitos before heading home. Patricia got me Tiff Treats delivery so I gobbled some up. We ordered from Ginger Thai for dinner and enjoyed some Ice cream sandwiches as cake. Then I finished my Pokemon puzzle.

2021 | Week 61 of Quarantine | Shine on Heights | Houston, Texas | Haircut & Partial Balayage

Friday, I had a hair cut and decided on partial balayage. I’m still unknown on how I feel about the colour. It’s more red than I hoped and also, feel like he did a full than a partial. I’ve washed it out once and noticed some is turning more red than the purple we had hoped for. Yikes. I don’t hate it but … it’s more than I had asked for.

2021 | Week 61 of Quarantine | Frankenstein | Health & Medical Museum, Science Museum } Body Worlds & The Cycle of Life | Birthday

I was a little nervous meeting up with Frankenstein since I hadn’t told him I was getting all that craziness but he was supportive and said he liked it. Not sure if it’s true, but being supportive is all that matters.

We met up at the Health and Medical museum because I really wanted to see the Body Worlds and The Cycle of Life exhibit. Sadly, it wasn’t it but we did have a lot of fun in there. We then walked around the gardens and into the Science Museum to see what I had wanted to see. It was very eye opening and I’m thankful for those that donated themselves for science. It was also nice to listen to Frankenstein answer my questions.

We also walked around the Gem exhibits and we pretty much made fun of stuff and ooooed and aaaahed over others.

2021 | Week 61 of Quarantine | Frankenstein | Lucille's | Houston, Texas | Birthday

We then stood outside my car with our indecisive selves trying to find a place to eat. We ended up at Lucille’s where we got old fashions, Brussel Sprouts, Oxtails, and Fried Chicken. Everything was delicious and I made a mess cleaning the bones. Thankful that Frankenstein was willing to lose sleep to spend time with me before I was gone for a week.

2021 | Week 61 of Quarantine | San Antonio | Cookie the Maltipoo, Pedicture, Summer Moon Coffee

Saturday morning, I started my drive, Starbucks in hand, to San Antonio. When I got there, I was able to meet Emily and Cookie. Then a pedicure and Summer Moon for coffee. We went to HEB to grab groceries before heading back to the house.

2021 | Week 61 of Quarantine | San Antonio | Dinner & Patricia's

Amy was so sweet in giving me a birthday present. I was able to use my Happy Birthday wine glass from her and I felt FANCY.

I made guacamole with instructions from Jakob. The rest was made by Patricia. Jakob also got us cookies from Crumbl.

2021 | Week 61 of Quarantine | San Antonio | Andy, Amy, Mellie Dee, Jakob, Patricia, Travis

It was a great night catching up with everyone. We had at least 5 different conversations going at the same time. Many interruptions, questions, interrogations. It was a lot and not enough at the same time. We did photoshoots and Andy tried to get everyone with that ugly filter. We sang, we joked, we threw down shade.

2021 | Week 61 of Quarantine | San Antonio | Patricia & Mellie Dee | Brunch & Smashin Crab

This morning, Andy, Amy, and Ana came over for brunch. We ate and talked mostly about boys and dating life. They left and I relaxed and watched “Those Who Wish Me Dead” with Patricia. She was nice enough to go to Smashin Crab with me before we headed to HEB to buy groceries for tomorrow’s dinner.

It’s been a whirlwind of a Birthday week and I feel so thankful for everyone.

Filed Under: Eateries & Drinkeries Tagged With: American, Coffee and Tea, Houston, San Antonio, Seafood, Sightseeing, South American, Texas

2021 | Week 58 of Quarantine | US Golf & Games, Houston Arboretum & Nature Center, Loch Bar | Houston, Texas

April 25, 2021 by Mellie Dee Leave a Comment

2021 | Week 58 of Quarantine | Emmy & Rizzo Walks, Mellie Dee

We did some swell walks with Rizzo and Emmy. There were some days that weren’t good for walking but overall I think it went well. I put Emmy’s hair in a crazy bun like my own and she’s in love with it. Everyone says she looks great with it too.

2021 | Week 58 of Quarantine | US Golf & Games | Frankenstein

Thursday night I met up with Frankenstein at US Golf & Games at eight. The place is in a not so great area but we made due with what they offered. We played basketball, putt putt, skeeball, and various arcade games like Mrs. Pac Man and Jurassic Park shooting. We also tried doing baseball but it was too slow and practically at our dollar.

Speaking of baseball, I went and tripped over a few bats as we were leaving. Yep, this is me, y’all!

We had given our tickets to the little boy next to us but when it started clearing out we kept our tickets and I went and got a duckie and snake. I said it was for Emmy, but it isn’t. The guy at the counter let Frankenstein get the same even though we didn’t have enough tickets. I wonder what he did with his toys.

2021 | Week 58 of Quarantine | Emmy, JJ, Jacob, John | Sparkle Wine

Friday, I ended up working and then took Emmy to play at JJ’s. The first picture kills me because she literally sat there waiting for me to get off work so we could go.

All smiles, so much fun was had. Mallory and I had some wine that sparkles rose gold which was pretty cool.

JJ showed her his pokemon card collection as well as his new playground set. Emmy wasn’t a big fan of bugs and I’m certain JJ only remembers her wailing about them as he “killer” them for her.

Over 3 hours later we had to leave. The cutest thing happened. JJ went over to Mallory and said something along the lines of, Emmy is leaving and I’m sad. It’s crazy how they weren’t playing together in the beginning but ended up they were both sad to say goodbye.

2021 | Week 58 of Quarantine | Emmy | Hobby Lobby, Whole Foods, World Market

Saturday morning, to get out of the house, I took Emmy to Hobby Lobby, Whole Foods and World Market. She was hungry but she LOVED shopping and asked if we could go to one more store. This girl is crazy.

2021 | Week 58 of Quarantine | Emmy | Cornelius Nursery, Target, Zero Degrees

After dinner Emmy, Mum, June and I went to Cornelius Nursery and Target. Mum and June went to Fiesta while Emmy and I went and got drinks at Zero Degrees.

She ended up drinking pretty much all the pink and purple drinks. She said we had to share which is true but she hasn’t learned to not take all of everything. Slow and steady … She’ll get there.

2021 | Week 58 of Quarantine | Automatic Hair Curler

There was a sale for an automatic hair curler and I snagged one. I was tired after doing a few strands since my hair is so long but this morning I went and did my whole hair for testing purposes and it’s worth it. I just need to cut my hair though so it’ll finish quicker.

2021 | Week 58 of Quarantine | Houston Arboretum & Nature Center | Frankenstein

I met Frankenstein at the Houston Arboretum & Nature Center at noon. We walked for over three hours until I had to call it a day on walking. I went and got us palletas: watermelon for me and a passion fruit mango, I believe for him. So perfect due to the hotness.

I had my own water bottle and he kept it in his backpack with his water. I didn’t find out until I finished my water bottle that he had one for me too! I’m over here conserving my own when I could have drank so much more. We walked around their Nature Center as well and then decided on a whim to get drinks and snacks.

2021 | Week 58 of Quarantine | Loch Bar | Houston, Texas | Frankenstein

We ended up at the Loch Bar .. the fancy area, Rover Oaks. We were both in workout gear so I felt a little awkward but we both ended up getting two old fashioned each and shared the pork belly and mussels appetizers. We talked about so many random things and by the time I looked at my watch, it was flashing six pm. We bid farewell and I headed home.

I went home to an Emmy asking why I was gone so long. Sadly after my shower I started getting chills and now I’m just hot all over. Definitely red from the sun. He had sunscreen in his backpack too. I should have reapplied. Hoping I’ll feel better tomorrow.

2021 | Week 58 of Quarantine | Emmy, Ethan, Rizzo, Rocky, Mellie Dee

So much Emmy and Ethan time was had this week. I’m hoping work won’t go over too late again so I have even more time with them. I will say Ethan is not a fan of my curled hair and would scream. So weird. He probably thinks I’m someone else.

Filed Under: Eateries & Drinkeries, Travel Tagged With: Bars and Pubs, Houston, Seafood, Sightseeing, Texas

2021 | Week 57 of Quarantine | Disney On Ice: Mickey’s Search Party

April 18, 2021 by Mellie Dee Leave a Comment

2021 | Week 57 of Quarantine | Samsung Galaxy S21

I finally splurged and got myself a new phone! It’s the cheapest S21 out there but I’m loving the smallness already. Nothing new but the selfie camera is dang clear. Technology just keeps getting better and better!

2021 | Week 57 of Quarantine | Emmy - Hatched Chick

Took a couple of days for Emmy’s egg to hatch! I would like a refund. The chick looks NOTHING like the picture. She named it after herself. So silly.

2021 | Week 57 of Quarantine | Yin Yueng, Flaming Cheetos Mac & Cheese, Snowcrabs Seafood, Veggie Plate

Some goodies I’ve had this week that are worth mentioning.

My yin yuern — it’s hard to find this exact brand so I’ve been having BIG cups worth. I’ve also been craving a lot of raw vegetables.

Flaming hot cheetos mac & cheese is actually not so bad. But the red makes me a little worrisome.

Snow crabs, octopus, and surf clams dipped in Yummy Seafood’s seafood boil sauce. This has been the cheapest way of getting my seafood boils in. Buy the sauce and prep the seafood by myself..

2021 | Week 57 of Quarantine | Emmy, Ethan, Mellie Dee

I’ve taken Emmy out a few times to walk Rizzo but a few times, the weather was not cooperative. We sat outside watching the rain in the backyard though.

2021 | Week 57 of Quarantine | Emmy | Starbucks, Hobby Lobby, Canes, Rizzo

I took Thursday off so I took Emmy with me to run errands. We dropped off a package, got Starbucks (Dragon Drink makes the coconut milk SO pink!), Hobby Lobby to buy shirts, and Cane’s. She had a LOT of fun and slept a great bunch afterward. When I got home from going out, we walked Rizzo.

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I was able to sneak off to meet up with Frankenstein during her nap at Menchie’s. I haven’t had frozen yogurt in a long time so I was excited! We sat and talked for two and a half hours before I had to head home to help Emmy with Kumon and to walk Rizzo.

2021 | Week 57 of Quarantine | Mexican Candy and Jerky from Ricardo

Emmy and I had also stopped at my work parking lot to meet up with Patrick for a package from Ricardo. Jose was coming down to visit his family so Ricardo gave the package to him, who gave it to Patrick to give to me. I didn’t know how much was really in the box until I laid it all out. I am still hesitant to try the candies but I will report that this type of beef jerky is the best I’ve ever had. It’s crunch, hard and super thin. SO good.

2021 | Week 57 of Quarantine | Emmy | IHop

June and I were off on Friday so we helped Dad out housework before we left and hung out at Target for a bit. Then we went and had lunch at IHop. Their menu is now one time use. The menu is smaller and they even have potato pancakes. Those were bomb.

Emmy and I made our Disney t-shirts and I made one for June as well with a different design. I did accidentally put June’s design on mine so I had to run to Hobby Lobby Saturday morning to buy another shirt for myself so I can put on my Disney On Ice one as well. Now I have matching shirts with both June and Emmy.

2021 | Week 57 of Quarantine | Crown Seafood Restaurant with Frankenstein

I had lunch with Frankenstein at Crown Seafood. I over ordered (it’s a given) but I had been craving dim sum for a LONG time. We had a good two and a half hour conversation before I had to go.

2021 | Week 57 of Quarantine | Mani Pedi with Mallory and Beth

I went to Mallory’s, changed, then we met Beth at Capri’s for a mani pedi. I hung out at Mallory’s for a bit before leaving. It was nice to get away from the kids. Now I know how parents feel.

2021 | Week 57 of Quarantine | Emmy & Bruno | Harry's and Games with Sissy and BIL

This morning, when Emmy woke up, we got ready and headed over to Harry’s Restaurant to have breakfast with Sissy and BIL.

Everything we ordered was DELICIOUS. My favourite were their fries. I know that me saying that makes it sound like their food sucks but the seasoning they use on the fries was freaking amazing. I already want to go back. I love that they have a covered patio.

We went back to Sissy and BIL’s for games. They mostly played and I tried to relax and figure out tickets/parking for Disney On Ice. Emmy and I changed into our matching t-shirts and had a photoshoot in front of the fireplace. Bruno wanted in on the action.

2021 | Week 57 of Quarantine | Disney On Ice: Mickey's Search Party | Emmy, JJ, Mallory

We met Mallory and JJ at NRG stadium. We walked around and got our and went into our seats.

The kids loved the light up wands Mallory got off of Amazon for $5 each. Tips to everyone that’s going to go:

  • You can bring your own light up wands and glow sticks.
  • Since we had kids, we brought in snacks and drinks.
  • Only kids can dress up in costume. We thought that meant, adults couldn’t have mouse ears but that didn’t seem to be the case. Bring your ears!
  • They said it’d be cold but we didn’t wear our jackets. Emmy just had her thin jacket on. It was colder outside than inside but bring something just in case. You never know!
  • We got there an hour early before the show started. This helped us not have to stand in long lines.
2021 | Week 57 of Quarantine | Disney On Ice: Mickey's Search Party

They had so many characters there! I kept being amazed at how they’re able to skate with their costumes. Some were even up in the air spinning around. It’s all so crazy but all so cool.

2021 | Week 57 of Quarantine | Disney On Ice: Mickey's Search Party | Emmy, JJ, Mallory, Mellie Dee

We had taken group pictures with Ariel. Worth the money since we get a digital copy too. She had so much fun she passed out holding her wand on the way home.

2021 | Week 57 of Quarantine | Emmy's Chore Chart

We ended the day with the chore chart and for doing so well she got a surprise. She can’t play with it until tomorrow since it’s bed time but she’s excited.

It’s been a VERY eventful week. I am SO pooped and excited to go to bed soon. Hope the little girl feels the same!

Filed Under: Eateries & Drinkeries, Travel Tagged With: Dessert, Greek, Houston, Ice Cream, Sightseeing, Texas

2021 | Week 53 of Quarantine

March 21, 2021 by Mellie Dee Leave a Comment

2021 | Week 53 of Quarantine | COVID Shot

First order of business. I’m fully vaccinated as of Monday. I took off Tuesday thinking that I would have symptoms but I am unsure if it’s proud to say that I had no symptoms whatsoever. No fevers, no aches, etc. I have already started talks with some friends who are also vaccinated to hopefully visit them and travel somewhere. Eek!

2021 | Week 53 of Quarantine | Funny Dog Puzzle

I finished another puzzle. This one makes me laugh because of how silly if is. On the newspaper, one section reads “Bark Obama Approves Universal Pet Care”.

2021 | Week 53 of Quarantine | Taste Buds Cereal Bar | Katy, Texas | Mallory, JJ, Jacob

Friday was my day off but I tried some loose ends at work then met up with Mallory, JJ and Jacob at Taste Buds Cereal Bar. Everyone that knows me knows I’m not a fan of cereal but am always down to try new places. The boys loved their bowl of sugar while I opted to share a funnel cake with strawberries, fruity pebbles cereal and dunkaroo cereal. I would def come back for the funnel cake. I loved watching Jacob eat with two spoons.

2021 | Week 53 of Quarantine | Kura Sushi | Katy, Texas

Afterward I had a date with myself. I took myself to Kura Sushi. It’s been forever and this place will always hold a special place in my heart. I don’t eat as much as I use to so no prizes. I did accidentally ordered a box of rice with beef. Sigh. I was too excited and pressed the wrong button.

2021 | Week 53 of Quarantine | The Rustic | Houston, Texas | Brooke

Later that night, I met up with Brooke at The Rustic. This has always been a place I wanted to try and was so happy Brooke mentioned it! Super big space, very cozy and live music. Their food was amazing. I got the spicy chicken sandwich. DROOL. I’ve never had a super long conversation with Brooke before and was surprised we were there for almost four hours.

2021 | Week 53 of Quarantine | The Cafe at Brookwood | Brookshire, Texas | Ryan

I was able to snag a reservation for The Cafe at Brookwood. This has been on my list since Alyssa got married YEARS ago. I’ve tried to get someone to go with me and was so excited Ryan agreed.

This place hires special needs adults to help them out and they even make a lot of the things they sell in the store. So cool!

I loved my shrimp and grits and Ryan loved his Mango Chicken (?). We finished everything!!

And then headed into their store where they sold A LOT of stuff. We grabbed a few things each before heading into their nursery. I’m sure a lot of the plants died from the freeze but this place will be on my come back list with Mum. She’ll love it.

2021 | Week 53 of Quarantine | Food Fest

Speaking of asking foods, I had a lot of good ones this week. Including crawfish an Rudy’s! I’ve also perfected brussel sprouts.

2021 | Week 53 of Quarantine | Rizzo

My days were filled with Rizzo moments. My favourite is when I’m outside with my Kindle and he just wants to snuggle up even in the colder temperatures.

Filed Under: Eateries & Drinkeries Tagged With: American, Breakfast and Brunch, Brookside, Houston, Katy, Texas

2020 | Week 45 of Quarantine | Dulcedo Coffee | Richmond, Texas

January 24, 2021 by Mellie Dee Leave a Comment

2020 | Week 45 of Quarantine | Walks with Rizzo

We were launching some new things are work this week so walking Rizzo every day was tough. We did enjoy our time when we did though! I ended up finish my third book this year. One was a .5 book but I’ll count it for now!

2020 | Week 45 of Quarantine | Favourite Meals of the Week

Because of a busy week I had some easy to make meals. Lunch was always a chicken wrap with a side of egg and salsa. On not so tough days, salmon and brussels for dinner else I’d opt for whatever was ready to eat.

2020 | Week 45 of Quarantine | Sweet Paris | Friendswood, Texas | Obi

Thursday night Obi and I each drove 40+ minutes to meet up at Sweet Paris. We shared a Philly Cheesesteak crepe and a Nutella with bananas and strawberry crepe. We caught up for a few hours then headed off to our merry way.

2020 | Week 45 of Quarantine | Dulcedo Coffee | Richmond, Texas | Sebastian

Friday for lunch, I met Sebastian at Dulcedo Coffee. I have found one of my favourite places now. I got an avocado toast with a caprese like topping and a side of fruit. So so good and something that is easily creatable! We then shared a crossiant with almond paste inside (?) since we were both still not full and wanted something sweet. I’ll be back! We also caught up for a few hours and headed off on our merry way.

2020 | Week 45 of Quarantine | McAlister's | Capri Spa & Nails | Katy, Texas | Mallory, Beth

Saturday I went and picked up McAlister’s for Mallory, John, JJ, Beth and Scott. I’ve been opting for kid meals lately and am shocked I can be full of I order an extra side or something.

Us girls went to Capri Spa and Nails to get pedicures. First one since we have been in quarantine! It was nice getting some care for my feeties. And before you ask, I did a manicure on myself the night before so all bases were covered!

We went back to Mallory’s house and hung out. It was nice since we rarely see Scott. Their baby is almost here! I cannot wait!

2020 | Week 45 of Quarantine | Mellie Dee & Rizzo

Rizzo hasn’t slept on me like this since he was a baby. I had to cherish it with a dimly light room photo. He can be sweet sometimes …

2020 | Week 45 of Quarantine | Colourful Puzzle | Downtown Abbry

I finished another puzzle! This one was also hard but I assume the A to H on the back is to help young kids for easier puzzling. It’s kind of like cheating … but it’s not.

If you have any puzzles lying around not being completed, send them my way! I’ll finish them and give them back!

Filed Under: Eateries & Drinkeries Tagged With: Bakery, Coffee and Tea, Dessert, Friendswood, Houston, Katy, Sandwiches and Burgers, Texas

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