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2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | Part I

April 13, 2018 by Mellie Dee Leave a Comment

2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | IHOP | Seguin, Texas

The day started off bright dark and early. We left the house by 5 AM meeting at Gordon’s by 5:30 AM. We drove for a long bit before stopping for breakfast at IHOP. So generic but it was the only thing opened on the way.

2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | IHOP | Seguin, Texas | Chicken Fried Steak and Eggs

I had my usual chicken fried steak and eggs sharing some with the guests and giving away my pancakes (not shown) to Gordon.

2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | Natural Bridge Caverns and Wildlife Ranch | San Antonio, Texas

We drove a bit further landing at the location the rest of the trip will be at, Natural Bridge Caverns and Natural Bridge Wildlife Ranch.

2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | Natural Bridge Wildlife Ranch | San Antonio, Texas | Map

We started with the ranch first, where we got a map. Sadly we didn’t get the list of what the animals were and by the time we found out, we were too lazy to go back and get it. We still had fun though.

2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | Natural Bridge Wildlife Ranch | San Antonio, Texas | Feed Pellets

Gordon bought four bags of pellets to feed the animals.

2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | Natural Bridge Wildlife Ranch | San Antonio, Texas | Animals

We saw so many of them and many were unafraid to come up and stick their head in the windows. There were also many that were shy and only ate if we threw it on the floor. Overall, it was a great experience. I never expected to see so many variations so it was a plus.

2018 | 103/365 | 2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | Natural Bridge Wildlife Ranch | San Antonio, Texas | Calf

[2018] 103/365: Become a Photographer

Just kidding. I am not going to be a photographer anytime soon ever. But this is one of my favourite shots I took so I didn’t resize the image. But look how chill that calf is!

2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | Natural Bridge Caverns | San Antonio, Texas | Entry

Right next door was the caverns so we headed there next. Gordon and Dad sat in the car while Wilson, Mei Mei and I made our way through the cave. This was the beginning, bright and breezy.

2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | Natural Bridge Caverns | San Antonio, Texas | Formations

As we got further it, it got wetter, darker, and more humid. It was still a sight though.

2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | Natural Bridge Caverns | San Antonio, Texas | Clear Waters

Look how clean that water is. And look at that formation! They had water fountains where you can try a bit of the cave water so we did it. It tasted a little funky, as it should be. This was my favourite shot down there so I didn’t resize this one either. This picture doesn’t do it justice but it’s the best I could do. Enjoy.

2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | Fadi's Mediterranean Grill | Sugar Land, Texas

After that, we headed back home meeting up with Patsy, Sissy, and BIL at Fadi’s Mediterranean Grill.

2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | Fadi's Mediterranean Grill | Sugar Land, Texas | Lamb Shank Meal

I got the lamb shank so it’s something they can try. I am in love with their cauliflower. The only thing I can order A LOT of and not get sick of. Score!

2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | Fadi's Mediterranean Grill | Sugar Land, Texas | Minty Tea

The lady was also nice enough to give us all complimentary tea.

After dinner, we all headed home. The guests are asleep and I’m going to follow suit soon – after a few episodes of New Girl though.

Night, everyone!

IHOP
2777 N Hwy 123, Seguin, Texas 78155  |  (830) 379-1241  |  Website  |  Yelp
Natural Bridge Wildlife Ranch
26515 Natural Bridge Caverns Road, San Antonio, Texas 78266  |  (830) 438-7400  |  Website  |  Yelp
Natural Bridge Caverns
26495 Natural Bridge Caverns Road, San Antonio, Texas 78266  |  (210) 651-6101  |  Website  |  Yelp
Fadi’s Mediterranean Grill
716 Hwy 6, Sugar Land, Texas 77479  |  (832) 500-3611  |  Website  |  Yelp

Filed Under: Eateries & Drinkeries Tagged With: Breakfast and Brunch, Mediterranean, San Antonio, Sightseeing, Sugar Land, Texas

Sissy and Significant Other Day

March 10, 2018 by Mellie Dee Leave a Comment

 

HEB Crawfish and Shrimp Boil with Corn and Potatoes

Sissy, BIL, and their pups came over and we went and each got our own lunches. Scruffy and I ended up with crawfish/shrimp boil but I ended up eating most of it.

We sat around, talking and watching telly then played games like Istanbul and Munchkin.

Cafe Caspian | Houston, Texas | Bread abd Herbs, Dolman Leaves, Hummus

Soon, it was time for our reservations at Cafe Caspian. We started off with bread and herb platter ordering dolman leaves and hummus.

2018 | 069/365 | Cafe Caspian | Houston, Texas | Lamb Shank

[2018] 069/365: Best Lamb Shanks

I was pretty much stuffed when our entrees came out. My always favourite here is lamb shanks. I have so much left over that I am excited to have it for dinner tomorrow.

Cafe Caspian | Houston, Texas | Vegetarian Ghormeh Sabzi

Sissy tried something new and wished that there was more flavour. I assured her the flavour probably came from the meats they cook it with.

Cafe Caspian | Houston, Texas | Saultani

Scruffy got something different and although it was delicious, he said he’ll stick with the Koobideh.

Cafe Caspian | Houston, Texas | Koobideh with Sweet Saffron Rice

BIL got something he’s never had and ended up liking it! He even ordered the Sweet Saffron rice and it tasted like dessert to me.

Right now, we’re back to playing games. I’m falling into a food coma. Save me!

Cafe Caspian
12126 Westheimer Road, Houston, Texas 77077  |  (281) 493-4000  |  Website  |  Yelp

Filed Under: Eateries & Drinkeries Tagged With: Houston, Mediterranean, Seafood, Texas

Happy Derpy Luna

February 26, 2018 by Mellie Dee Leave a Comment

China Bear | Stafford, Texas | Crawfish

I started out the day with some crawfish with Scruffy at China Bear. It wasn’t the best so it was disappointing. Overcooked but I guess it’s what you’d expect from a buffet. I did fill up with some veggies, shrimps, and lo mein.

99 Ranch Market | Sugar Land, Texas | Coconut Bread

Afterward, we headed over to 99 Ranch Market to get his GMama some green onion crackers. We stopped by the bakery in there for some coconut bread to take back to my family. Look at all that bread!! My goodness!

2018 | 057/365 | Luna Happy-Derp Face

[2018] 057/365: Happy Derpy Luna

Luna kept wanting us to throw the ball for her. This girl never stops with the ball. This is her face when I said “NO MORE!”

Luna | Tongue Out Waiting for the Ball

Later we went out where I helped his dad broom some of the leaves/dirt. Here’s Luna with her tongue out, waiting for me to throw the ball. Sigh … at least Daisy lives on.

Tahdig with Vegetables and Ground Meat

Ashy made us some delicious tahdig with some veggies and ground beef mixed in. We slathered on some Harissa Hot Sauce for some flavour since his GMama can’t have sodium.

Now I’m back at my own house, while Rocky and Rizzo sleep in my bed.

China Bear
12755 SW Fwy, Stafford, Texas 77477  |  (281) 240-8383  |  Yelp
99 Ranch Market
3430 Hwy 6 S, Sugar Land, Texas 77478  |  (281) 980-6699  |  Website  |  Yelp

Filed Under: Eateries & Drinkeries Tagged With: Asian, Bakery, Chinese, Mediterranean, Project 365, Seafood

I Love My Boys

February 21, 2018 by Mellie Dee Leave a Comment

Saigon Pho and Grill Vietnamese Noodle House | Sugar Land, Texas | Crawfish

Crawfish | $8.99

Crawfish at Saigon Pho and Grill Vietnamese Noodle House while Scruffy got pho for lunch. It was cooked to perfection, flavour was great, but the size wasn’t amazing, especially for that price. Sigh, sucks. I am excited about crawfish season. Cheap, big, and DELICIOUS!

OG Tea | Sugar Land, Texas | Hazelnut Milk Tea and Strawberry Banana Smoothie

Since one pound wasn’t anything, we went to OG Tea for some Hazelnut Milk Tea and Strawberry Banana Smoothie. YUM! The smoothie surpassed my expectations.

OG Tea | Sugar Land, Texas | Hazelnut Milk Tea and Strawberry Banana Smoothie | Panda Lids

I especially loved the covers on the drinks. Scruffy calls me a Panda and it was so cute that on mine, there’s a panda and a pup = RIzzo and I!

And Scruffy had a panda and a boy hugging it = Scruffy hugging me. hehe

OG Tea | Sugar Land, Texas | Popcorn Chicken and Fries

Scruffy ordered some bahn mis for Ashy and Korman and I went for popcorn chicken and fries with ranch. Everything was a bit too sweet but fried to perfection. I’m not too certain if I’d get this again. Maybe when I’m extremely hungry and it’s the only thing.

Meatball, Lentil, and Rice Dinner by Korman at Scruffy's

Korman cooked us all dinner and Rami and Caitlin came over with Peyton. The dinner was delicious and it was great to finally see the little baby since the end of December. It has been a long while. She’s grown so much!

2018 | 052/365 | Scruffy Giving Rizzo Kisses

[2018] 052/365: My Boys

My boys. Scruffy giving Rizzo kisses. #heartmelt

Saigon Pho and Grill Vietnamese Noodle House
4645 Hwy 6, Sugar Land, Texas 77478  |  (281) 491-2988  |  Yelp
OG Tea
5730 New Territory Blvd, Sugar Land, Texas 77479  |  (281) 886-2577  |  Yelp

Filed Under: Eateries & Drinkeries Tagged With: Asian, Coffee and Tea, Mediterranean, Project 365, Taiwanese, Vietnamese

So Much Food All The Time

February 19, 2018 by Mellie Dee Leave a Comment

2018 | 050/365 | Cheddar's with Scruffy and Andrew

[2018] 050/365: Honey Butter Croissant Goodness

I used to hate honey, butter, or croissant. Something in my snapped and now I’m a lover of it. Or maybe it’s the fact that once they’re all mixed as one, it’s the BEST thing ever created.

Anyway, Scruffy and I met up with Andrew to Cheddar’s for lunch before heading to HEB for some goodies then home to do absolutely nothing.

Kebabs and Ice Cream with Cake

Ashy and Jamie had people over today for dinner and we enjoyed a DELICIOUS kebab dinner. The guests brought over chocolate chip ice cream and cake. What a duo!

Scruffy and I are now debating on playing a game or watching an episode of Games of Thrones. We’re secretly both trying hard to not finish it all since we know we’d have to wait for Season 8.

I’ve noticed my every day posting of a picture a day has been foods all day erryday. I need to go out and move around more cuz this isn’t a great look on me if you know what I mean. haha

Filed Under: Eateries & Drinkeries Tagged With: American, Mediterranean, Project 365, Sugar Land, Texas

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