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2019 Summer Trip | Day 1

July 31, 2019 by Mellie Dee Leave a Comment

Hi from Pennsylvania!

I worked from home this morning and seven hours later I was out the door to the airport. Dad was nice enough to drop me off so I didn’t have to stay the night at Sissy’s to take an Uber or even pay for parking.

Upon arrival to TSA, they were rushing everyone and a lot of them were standing around as if waiting for a big shot to walk through. I was so rushed I forgot to take out my liquids but luckily, they didn’t say anything about it and let me through.

2019 Summer Trip Day 1 | Bush Intercontinental Airport | The Breakfast Klub | Houston, Texas

Since I wanted to get my work done, I didn’t have time to eat. I was surprised to see The Breakfast Klub when I got through TSA. The last time I had this was when I worked at my last job and they had it catered once a month for breakfast.

I ordered the usual wings and waffles. I’m not sure why I keep ordering it with the waffle since I don’t care much for it and never finish. Maybe next time I’ll just ask for the wings because they’re the only thing worth eating there.

2019 Summer Trip Day 1 | IAH to DTW

Once my tummy was full and happy, I headed to my gate and waited a good, short time until we boarded the plane. I was sat next to a very cute guy which has never happened in my life! But with technology nowadays and my super shy anxiety, we just made niceities.

2019 Summer Trip Day 1 | IAH to DTW | Snacks

We were given choices of different snacks. I went with almonds and water. I chugged the water and saved the almonds for when we go hiking. I was able to get a few pages in before sleepiness kicked in. Then it was music and naps. The ride was a bit turbulent and cute guy and I kept bumping knees and arms and whatnot.

2019 Summer Trip Day 1 | DTW to ERI

Once we landed, I hauled ass to the gate. It was a far, far walk but I made it with time to spare. It was restroom time and online shopping for a present before we boarded our flight. The flight was smooth and quick.

2019 Summer Trip Day 1 | Sonic from Daniel

Daniel and Liliana came to pick me up and was nice enough to supply me my dinner to eat while driving to their house. So much yellow. The only thing missing was honey mustard but I wasn’t too bummed since everything was flavoured nicely and no extra calories. I was so hungry the only thing I didn’t eat was the toast.

I was also told that this is a dine in Sonic! How crazy is that?! I guess since it’s so cold up here, it makes sense.

2019 Summer Trip Day 1 | Gifts from Liliana

Soon enough we were at their new abode. Liliana got me some presents from her trip with her family and I got them the pups a travel water bottle for when we go hiking. It’s a new design that seems to make much more sense so I hope it works out.

2019 Summer Trip Day 1 | Sangria

They even poured me a glass of wine while I looked through my work emails.

Everyone is asleep now. Where they live is gorgeous but a bit scary with a foresty, off-the-path vibe so I have the pups in my room with me. But I really do love this place more than their last. It feels more cozy.

Okay, off to bed now since there’s a one hour time difference and we are waking up early.

Filed Under: Eateries & Drinkeries, Travel Tagged With: American, Houston, Pennsylvania, Texas

2019 Pennsylvania Trip | Day 5

April 8, 2019 by Mellie Dee Leave a Comment

2019 Pennsylvania Trip | Minie & Gohan

Look! Another dog, Gohan, getting wiped after being outside … And his owner is not Asian! Some people always thought it was weird. Also, Minnie has heartworms and cannot be jumping around so she’s been caged for a while. Poor girl.

2019 Pennsylvania Trip | Market House Grille | Meadville, Pennsylvania

Lily and I got ready and went to Market House Grille for breakfast. Per usual, everything tasted great but I couldn’t finish it again.

2019 Pennsylvania Trip | Post Office

We went to the market next door and then to the post office. My carry on ran out of room so I had to mail my souvenirs back home.

2019 Pennsylvania Trip | Presque Isle Drive | Erie, Pennsylvania

Liliana started driving to Erie and started taking me to a scary area. I bet it’s gorgeous once the leaves grew back.

2019 Pennsylvania Trip | Presque Isle | Erie, Pennsylvania

Pisque Isle was pretty. And freezing. I’m surprised there was a man bearing the cold just to fish!

2019 Pennsylvania Trip | Presque Isle Lighthouse | Erie, Pennsylvania

We tried to go to the lighthouse but it was closed. I’m assuming because of the weather. I have still yet gone into a lighthouse. Sigh …

2019 Pennsylvania Trip | Tom Ridge Environmental Center at Presque Isle | Erie, Pennsylvania

We went to the environmental center to learn about how the island has changed throughout the years. It was very interactive and free! The chairs are made from recycled material which I found really interesting since it looks like wood.

2019 Pennsylvania Trip | Bruster's Real Ice Cream | Erie, Pennsylvania

When your best asks you if you want ice cream while you’re bawling your eyes out, you say yes.

I think I’ve found my favourite ice cream, Graham Central Station, from Bruster’s. This is the first ice cream cone I finished without hesitation. Yum! I wish I could ship some back home!

2019 Pennsylvania Trip | Erie to Chicago

She stayed with me at the airport for an hour and a half as I waited to board my flight to Chicago. It’s been a while since we talked like this so it was nice.

2019 Pennsylvania Trip | Chicago to Houston

I didn’t have much time to grab anything to eat since I had to walk to my next gate. I’m currently sitting on the plane waiting for lift off. I cannot wait to be back in Houston. I only wished I was going home so I could cuddle Rizzo.

Filed Under: Eateries & Drinkeries, Travel Tagged With: Breakfast and Brunch, Erie, Ice Cream, Meadville, Pennsylvania

2019 Pennsylvania Trip | Day 4

April 7, 2019 by Mellie Dee Leave a Comment

2019 Pennsylvania Trip | Present from Liliana

Liliana got in late last night before the wedding ended so I didn’t get to see her. But I met up with her bright and early in her hotel room and was showered with gifts. I’m not sure how I’m going to take the basket but I’m excited to try everything else out!

2019 Pennsylvania Trip | Little Shops

We left the hotel and walked around at the shops while waiting for our reservations. I was able to pick up a few souvenirs so that was nice.

2019 Pennsylvania Trip | Sabrina's Cafe | Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Sabrina’s Cafe is so cute and quaint and there was a long line of hungry people. The turn around was very fast though.

2019 Pennsylvania Trip | Sabrina's Cafe | Philadelphia, Pennsylvania | The Tots, Scrapple, & The Slinky

By the time we got our table we were starving. They give you so much food, all delicious, that we couldn’t finish it all. The scrapple was the best thing ever invented. I’m sure it’s horrible for you but since it’s created in Philadelphia we knew we had to try it. I need to find a recipe for it and recreate it!

2019 Pennsylvania Trip | Philadelphia's Magic Gardens | Philadelphia, Pennsylvania | Liliana & Mellie Dee

We waited to go into Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens which is pretty much mosaic designs. A nice gentlemen helped us take a picture after he notice we were struggling on selfie mode.

2019 Pennsylvania Trip | Philadelphia's Magic Gardens | Philadelphia, Pennsylvania | Instagram

I was just living my life, taking in the gorgeousness while Lily treated me like an Instagram model. I need a haircut.

2019 Pennsylvania Trip | Hershey's Chocolate World | Hershey, Pennsylvania | Liliana & Mellie Dee

We continued our road trip to Meadville, stopping at Hershey’s Chocolate World. The air really does smell like chocolate!

2019 Pennsylvania Trip | Hershey's Chocolate World | Hershey, Pennsylvania | Create Your Own Candy Bar

We created our own candy bars. It was an easy process and it was cool to see it in action. I’m not too sure if I’d ever eat the candy bar but at least I have the tin can and sleeve I designed to keep forever.

2019 Pennsylvania Trip | Hershey's Chocolate World | Hershey, Pennsylvania | Create Your Own Candy Bar, Liliana & Mellie Dee

I wish we had more time to do other things there but we had fun nonetheless. We did end up spending a big chunk of time at the gift shop though I wish their packaging wasn’t so normal so that I could get some souvenirs and it would look special and not like I went and got it at the store back home.

2019 Pennsylvania Trip | McDonald's Pit Stop

Lily got hungry so our light snack at McDonald’s became somewhat of a meal as we trucked on with our road trip.

It’s been a good few hours and we are still on the road. It has been raining a lot and I’m surprised by the amount of cars that are on the road at this time on a Sunday.

2019 Pennsylvania Trip | Dinner by Daniel

Daniel has lovingly offered to cook us dinner since everything will be closed by the time we arrived. I’m still stuffed but everything was delicious and he even popped a bottle of wine for us. I’m ready to crash because I am pooped.

Filed Under: Eateries & Drinkeries, Travel Tagged With: Breakfast and Brunch, Hershey, Pennsylvania, Philadelphia

2019 Pennsylvania Trip | Day 3 (Apurva & Ramnath Wedding)

April 6, 2019 by Mellie Dee Leave a Comment

2019 Pennsylvania Trip | Hotel Breakfast

The day started out with getting ready with Babs and Tashika and grabbing a quick bite of hotel breakfast. Their sausage hash was pretty decent but the eggs tasted like throw up.

2019 Pennsylvania Trip | Garland

We got to the banquet hall and I’m happy with how the garland came out!

2019 Pennsylvania Trip | Apurva & Ramnath Wedding | Flower Hair

We were given flowers to put in our hair. The flowers remind me of Ashy as he always grew them in his backyard. I cannot believe someone sat and tied each one together! They are so pretty and now I want a garland of them.

2019 Pennsylvania Trip | Wedding

Their wedding started at seven in the morning for prayers. We showed up at around nine and was able to still see them get married.

2019 Pennsylvania Trip | Apurva & Ramnath Wedding | Snack

They served hors d’oeuvres since Indian weddings are so long.

2019 Pennsylvania Trip | Apurva & Ramnath Wedding

I love this picture. They’re throwing rice on one another. I’m not too certain the meaning but I’m sure it has to be blessings.

2019 Pennsylvania Trip | Apurva & Ramnath Wedding | Lunch

Soon enough lunch was served. I was super excited to see papadum. Does anyone know where I can get already made in Houston? Everything was delicious and I wished I was still hungry for more.

2019 Pennsylvania Trip | Apurva & Ramnath Wedding | Married

I was able to snag a quick picture with the bride and groom. I can’t believe this girl I met almost nine years ago is finally married!

2019 Pennsylvania Trip | Apurva & Ramnath Wedding | Apurva Makeup

Babs, Tashika and I went back to our rooms for a nap. I woke up due to Yaswant knocking on the door for the centerpieces. I went and hung out with Apurva a bit while she got her makeup done.

2019 Pennsylvania Trip | Apurva & Ramnath Wedding | Mellie Dee

Her mum helped me put my sari on and I went and put on my jewelry and makeup. Not going to lie, I was feeling myself. My friend told me my pupils look dilated in the picture but I’m pretty sure it’s just the lighting. And my family members said I could pass as Indian … Yeah I don’t know why either.

2019 Pennsylvania Trip | Apurva & Ramnath Wedding | Apurva Glamour

We got to the venue while Apurva and Ram were taking pictures. We went and added some fresh flowers on their wedding cake before going off to get our drinks.

2019 Pennsylvania Trip | Apurva & Ramnath Wedding | Mellie Dee, Babs, Tashika

They had a very cute photo booth area and I’m glad I got to take a picture with these two girls. They have been a gem in letting me join them in getting ready and riding together.

2019 Pennsylvania Trip | Apurva & Ramnath Wedding | Food

The food was freaking off the chain! I’m thankful Scruffy showed me the way back to Indian food and made me fall in love with it. If he didn’t, I don’t know how I would have survived since it’s been Indian food every single meal since I’ve arrived. I have made up all the years I’ve stopped because of that one time fluke I had back in middle school.

2019 Pennsylvania Trip | Apurva & Ramnath Wedding | Mellie Dee & Apurva

The beautiful bride and I. Everything was gorgeous. All the food was delicious. And the Ram definitely brought the moves.

Congratulations to you both! Cannot wait to visit y’all in Miami!

Filed Under: Travel Tagged With: New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Weddings

2019 Pennsylvania Trip | Day 2

April 5, 2019 by Mellie Dee Leave a Comment

2019 Pennsylvania Trip | Aloo Tikki Chatt Breakfast

Breakfast of champions consisted of the same thing as last night’s dinner except I ate it with a store bought and a homemade roti. Yum!

2019 Pennsylvania Trip | Apurva's Basement

I finally went down to my first basement! It was quite scary down there since it’s not fully furnished and the French doors to the outside of the woods was a little creepy.

2019 Pennsylvania Trip | Ginger Wellness Shot

Apurva, Yaswant, Babs and I took a ginger tumeric and honey wellness shot just to boost our immune system. I’m quite impressed.

2019 Pennsylvania Trip | Garland Making

I spent a few hours making a garland for her welcome sign. I do not care to get flowers, though I guess I wouldn’t mind it once in a blue moon, but here I am spending so much time making flowery things for her wedding. I’m glad things turned out okay.

2019 Pennsylvania Trip | Lunch

Lunch consisted of the same thing but with rice. They had other stuff but I am just so in love with this dish. And I especially loved that they had papadum.

2019 Pennsylvania Trip | Apurva and Ram Banquet Hall

We drove to the hotel, dropped our stuff off, then went to check out the banquet hall to ensure everything turned out okay.

2019 Pennsylvania Trip | Meet and Greet

We went back to the hotel and went to the family meet and greet and got food. The little red shaped thing is Indo-Chinese cauliflower or faux meat as others say.

Yaswant, Tashika and I went to go pick up Babs from the nail salon and then stopped by Whole Foods for some roses and water.

We are currently waiting for the henna artist to come so that we can get our henna on. I’ll probably wait a few hours and then go to bed since it’s been a busy few days.

I cannot believe she’s getting married tomorrow! Eeek!

Filed Under: Travel Tagged With: Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Weddings

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