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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 42 of Quarantine | Ethan’s 1st Birthday & New Year’s Eve Party

January 3, 2021 by Mellie Dee Leave a Comment

2021 | Week 42 of Quarantine | DoorDash Your Year in Flavour

I like the recap Door Dash gave me. Sadly, I know I ordered more take outs this year that is not in the count. Nonetheless, it’s nice to know that I helped by ordering local.

2021 | Week 42 of Quarantine | Emmy, Mellie Dee, Rizzo | Banana Leaf Thai | Plano, Texas | Kickin Crab | Garland, Texas

On Monday, after I worked enough hours to send reports to the leadership team, I signed off. No more working the rest of the week other than to answer emails as needed!

I went to Costco, Hobby Lobby, and Kroger with Sammi and Emmy. Then it was Banana Leaf Thai for lunch, a nap, and a walk with Emmy and Rizzo around the neighborhood.

SIL brought home dinner from Kicking Crab. I opted out of ordering the lobster even though it’s what I’ve been craving. Eating this meal made me realize how much smaller my appetite has become which isn’t a bad thing. Now to continue working out so I can shed some pounds!

2021 | Week 42 of Quarantine | Emmy at Starbucks & Party Decorating

Tuesday morning I took Emmy to Starbucks where I used my 400 points to get something nice for “free”.

I then gave her a choice on where to go. I tried hard convincing her togo to Target but she opted for Walgreens. WALGREENS?! Okay, baby girl. Whatever you want.

When we got back, we decorated for Ethan’s birthday. Emmy had fun with all the balloons that were blown up.

2021 | Week 42 of Quarantine | Eataly | Dallas, Texas

My parents and June arrived and a little before 5 pm, Jenny and Le came over to pick me and Emmy up to meet up with SIL. We had plans to check out Eataly, the new Italian market at the mall. Super duper fancy.

2021 | Week 42 of Quarantine | The North Face | Dallas, Texas | Emmy

We made reservations for one of the three restaurants they had. I went with SIL and Emmy to North Face and Disney to shop around before heading back to Eataly.

2021 | Week 42 of Quarantine | Eataly | Dallas, Texas | Emmy, Jenny, SIL, & Mellie Dee

Emmy got very hungry and started whining so we got her a yogurt drink. She was super cute drinking it and kept joking that me and SIL can have some but Jenny and Le could not.

2021 | Week 42 of Quarantine | Eataly | Dallas, Texas | Il Pastaio

When our table was ready, we chowed down on some bread and oil and ate our pasta. The bread came wrapped two in each bag. When I asked for more, they did not deliver. They were also horrible at ensuring we got water at our table.

The pasta itself was nothing to write home about. We ordered three different dishes and our conclusion was that with the price, you’d think that it’ll taste amazing or even have meat or seafood in it. But nope. The portion is super small as well.

We all agreed the top left pasta was the worst and it cost the most. I believe it’s the Mafaldine Carbonara. The best one out of the three different pastas was the Trenette Pesto Genovese.

In the end, we agreed Il Pastaio is essentially the food court of Eataly. To have a better pasta experience, the other two restaurants there might be better choices, but I doubt I’ll ever come back other than to buy things and even try making my own cannoli.

2021 | Week 42 of Quarantine | Emmy the Hat Tester | Raising Cane's

On Wednesday, Mum, June, Emmy, and I went to Walmart and Target, picking up Subway and Raising Cane’s for lunch. Emmy was our product tester. She tested out the new year hats and held a pinata taco for my own amusement.

2021 | Week 42 of Quarantine | Marugame Udon | Plano, Texas

Later that night, June, Mum and I went to Whole Foods to buy some greens since we were not eating enough vegetables, then headed to Marugame Udon to pick up dinner.

The Nikutama and Curry Nikutama Udon bowls were greatly flavoured. Between the two, I’d probably choose the non-curry so that I can use the broth for another meal since it was THAT good and flavourful.

My favourites overall had to be the Wagyu Cheeseburger and the BBQ Pork Belly Skewers. I would love to go back and try the other Katsu Sandos but I feel like the wagyu will win out regardless.

2021 | Week 42 of Quarantine | Boo Puzzle, Castle, & Spicy Noodle Lunch

On Thursday, parents and Brudda went to the store. June watched Emmy and Ethan while I watched Castle and did a puzzle in less than an hour. It’s been a while since I did one and I forgot how relaxing it was.

When they got home, we made lunch. Then it was time to put Emmy down for a nap.

2021 | Week 42 of Quarantine | Ethan's 1st Birthday

When we woke up, baths for the kids, then it was time to get ready for Ethan’s 1st birthday slash New Years Eve party.

2021 | Week 42 of Quarantine | Ethan's 1st Birthday & New Year's Eve | Food

It was only immediate family. Everyone else was on a Zoom call. SIL ordered way too much food for just us so we had a lot of leftovers. We hung up the call around ten or so hung out with Jenny and Le a bit more before they left, then when it hit midnight, with Emmy still awake, we toasted to the new year. It was our first doing so with SIL and Emmy and first in a long time since Brudda was in college. It was nice to make these memories.

2021 | Week 42 of Quarantine | Ethan's 1st Birthday | Mellie Dee Outfit

The theme for Ethan’s party was new years eve garb so I dressed the part. It was weird for me to wear such a loud dress but I did it mostly knowing that it was just us there.

2021 | Week 42 of Quarantine | Ethan's 1st Birthday | Mellie Dee, Emmy, SIL, Jenny

We were able to snap some photos which was nice. I like that we all wore different shades of sparkles and Emmy’s dress essentially pulled all of our colours together. I’m sad I didn’t get one with Mum though.

2021 | Week 42 of Quarantine | Dallas to Houston | Ethan & Mellie Dee, Bucees, Truffle Chips

Friday we packed and headed home with Ethan. I listened to some crime podcasts with June and we stopped at Bucees for a pee break. I opened my truffle chips from Eataly to snack on. Super strong truffle flavour but once you have it in your mouth, the pungent smell and taste kind of dissipates. The second half of the drive was filled with War of the Roses where some of the stories were ridiculous.

2021 | Week 42 of Quarantine | 1st Cooked Meal of the Year

The first meal I cooked for the new year would obviously be one of my favourites: crab stuffed salmon and Brussel sprouts. It was so good I ate the same thing the next night.

2021 | Week 42 of Quarantine | Koffeteria | Houston, Texas | Starbucks | Los Balitos | Katy, Texas

Saturday morning, we went and picked up breakfast from Los Balitos and coffee from Starbucks. In exchange, Sissy and BIL came over with Koffeteria pastries. Beef Pho Kolache, Ham and Cheese Croissant with Everything Spice, Pickle Croissant, Cranberry Ginger Muffin Top, and a Sticky Coffee Roll with Hazelnuts. My favourite out of it all was surprisingly the pickle croissant.

2021 | Week 42 of Quarantine | Ethan & Rizzo | Bridgerton

Later that day, I was tasked to watch Ethan. I did what I did best. Surrounded him with random objects and continued watching Bridgerton. Binged the 8 episodes they had and must say that they are horrible to not have more!

Today has been a bummy day. I’ve been binging on The Queen’s Gambit and studying for my certification. I forgot to eat and made Sopa de Fideo for the week. Yum.

2021 | Week 42 of Quarantine | Rain Straw

I’ve also started using the rain straws I received for Christmas and I must report, they are prefect so far. I’m not sure how they will hold up though. Getchu some if you want easy access to clean the inside.

My goal is to finish The Queen’s Gambit and go to bed early since it’s back to work tomorrow morning!

Filed Under: Eateries & Drinkeries Tagged With: Bakery, Coffee and Tea, Dallas, Fast Food, Houston, Italian, Japanese, Katy, Mexican and Tex-Mex, Plano, Seafood, Texas, Thai

2020 | Week 32 of Quarantine | Dallas & Camping

October 25, 2020 by Mellie Dee Leave a Comment

2020 | Week 32 of Quarantine | Glow in the Dark Dip Nails

New Nails, who dis?

I was in meetings so much that I had time to do my nails into glow in the dark! Perfect for camping.

2020 | Week 32 of Quarantine | Mercedes & Sebastian's Baby Shower Gift | Saint Arnold Voucher

I had little surprises in the mail like a Saint Arnold’s voucher which I don’t have time to use, and Mercedes and Sebastian’s baby shower present for winning a game. Their little one was born this weekend and he is precious!

2020 | Week 32 of Quarantine | Daily Sunset Walks

June and I did our daily walks up until we left for Dallas.

2020 | Week 32 of Quarantine | Dallas | Tiff's Treats | Viet | Lebanese Grill

Thursday: there was a 20% off for Tiff’s Treats so I ordered some to Brudda’s house so that when I arrived, I had some to snack on. They ordered Viet food for the family but I opted for just eggrolls and ordered from Lebanese Grill, enough for leftovers.

2020 | Week 32 of Quarantine | Dallas | Mellie Dee & Ethan

I haven’t held Ethan since March. He was probably questioning who this random lady is. And he cried BIG, GIANT tears when I held him the first time. You can see it on the top right picture. He started warming up to me though.

2020 | Week 32 of Quarantine | Dallas | Mellie Dee & Emmy

Friday: Emmy ended up sleeping with me. She had a great kick playing with my glow in the light nails and kept wanting me to tell Alexa to turn on and off the lights. When we woke up, we took some pictures and silly videos.

2020 | Week 32 of Quarantine | Dallas | Emmy & McDonalds

Then it was off to see the wizard. Just kidding. Brudda, SIL, Emmy, June, and I picked up McDonald’s and headed to Glenn Rose, Texas. Emmy is living the life. Oh to be a kid again.

2020 | Week 32 of Quarantine | Dallas | Fossil Rim Wildlife Center | Glenn Rose, Texas | Emmy

We finally made it to Fossil Rim Wildlife Center. We picked up our cup of feed and drove towards the animals.

2020 | Week 32 of Quarantine | Dallas | Fossil Rim Wildlife Center | Glenn Rose, Texas | Emmy, Brudda, Mellie Dee

Emmy came up to the front to sit with me while we went through the place. She had SO much fun feeding the animals and made all these animal noises. Brudda got pecked by an ostrich which was funny but not. Emmy is probably scarred by ostriches now.

2020 | Week 32 of Quarantine | Dallas | Fossil Rim Wildlife Center | Glenn Rose, Texas | Animals

We were warned that since it rained so much and the temperature dropped, the giraffes and rhinos may not be visible. We didn’t see a lot of variety but we still had a lot of fun. We saw a giant moose scratching himself with his antlers, and two deers bucking. It was so quiet you can hear when they clash.

After the safari, we headed to Brookshire Brothers to pick up a few things (mostly for the restrooms) and as we drove, we saw Jenny, Le, and Joey speeding past us. It was perfect since we didn’t have signal and couldn’t contact them.

2020 | Week 32 of Quarantine | Dallas | Dinosaur Valley State Park | Glenn Rose, Texas | Brudda & Mellie Dee

When we checked into Dinosaur Valley State Park, we packed up the wagon and made our way to our campsite. Before and after our tents were set up. I opted for a cheaper tent that wasn’t a pop-up since I didn’t know if I’d like camping. I was super proud of us for setting up the tents very quickly! The only thing I’ll need to get for next time is a tarp for easier cleanup.

2020 | Week 32 of Quarantine | Dallas | Dinosaur Valley State Park | Glenn Rose, Texas | Sightseeing | June, Le, Jenny, Joey, Brudda, Emmy

We did some sightseeing. One of my hands had more light and so as it turned dark, one hand glowed! So freaking cool.

We also did some walks in the dark to the car so that we could drive to the public restrooms since Emmy isn’t used to popping a squat.

2020 | Week 32 of Quarantine | Dallas | Dinosaur Valley State Park | Glenn Rose, Texas | Emmy

The many faces of Emmy. She was pure entertainment.

2020 | Week 32 of Quarantine | Dallas | Dinosaur Valley State Park | Glenn Rose, Texas | Food | Brudda, SIL, Emmy, Jenny, Le, Joey

Thanks to Le for cooking our dinner. Cheeseburgers, steaks, and sweet potatoes. We had Turtle chips while we waited and before you freak out, they’re not made of turtles! We also made S’mores. Emmy loves them.

Once it got dark, we all retreated into our tents and bundled up. I watched a movie I had downloaded and played some games before falling asleep. The weather was in the 40s. Thanks to my ski jacket, double layer leggings, wool socks, sleeping mat, and sleeping bag, I was SUPER warm. I can’t say the same for the others.

2020 | Week 32 of Quarantine | Dallas | Dinosaur Valley State Park | Glenn Rose, Texas | Sightseeing | Brudda | Sunrise

If you know me, waking up randomly through the night is my norm so when I finally saw Brudda get up, we both went to take some pictures of the landscape/sunrise. It was nice getting one-on-one time with him as we rarely do nowadays.

2020 | Week 32 of Quarantine | Dallas | Dinosaur Valley State Park | Glenn Rose, Texas | Emmy Cold

When we got back to the campsite, everyone was awake and Emmy was not a happy camper. Pun intended. She was cold and hungry. Once we packed up everything and got back to the car, she was happy to have Pringles in her lap and back in her car seat.

Overall, my first camping trip was a success. Even though it was only for a day, I had a lot of fun. I finally get to cross of camping from my list and I hope I get to do more of it in the future.

Anyone down to camp? Glamping is allowed. I just need more nature and hikes!

2020 | Week 32 of Quarantine | Dallas | Bull Daddy Noodle Bistro | Plano, Texas

When we got back to the house, Sammi was nice enough to order and pick up food from Bull Daddy Noodle Bistro. Fried rice, fried tofu, green onion pancakes, and fried chicken. Nothing fancy but still good to satisfy our hunger.

2020 | Week 32 of Quarantine | Dallas | Emmy, Ethan, Mellie Dee, Rizzo, Pluto

I put in some Ethan and Emmy time. She fell asleep and I find it super adorable that Rizzo fell asleep next to her. Pluto also came into our room and slept with June and we all took a nap together.

2020 | Week 32 of Quarantine | Dallas | Christmas Photoshoot | Mellie Dee and Emmy

Then we got ready and headed to the studio for Christmas pictures. I went to help and snuck in some pictures just so I can have it for memories. I pulled her around on a sled and she loved it. I wonder if she’ll love real snow.

2020 | Week 32 of Quarantine | Dallas | Ethan, Emmy, Mellie Dee Handhold

On our way back to the house, I sat in the back with Ethan and there was a moment where I left my hand in between the seats and Ethan and Emmy both grabbed my hand. My heart. #neverletmego

2020 | Week 32 of Quarantine | Dallas | Skrewball Peanut Butter Whiskey and Boiling Crab

Sammi went and picked up Boiling Crab while SIL picked up some Chinese food. SIL’s parents were coming over to hang out with my parents and Jenny and Le came over as well. We drank some Skrewball which is AMAZING and ate some delicious snowcrabs and shrimp. We talked and caught up for hours and hours before everyone left. Emmy slept with us again and when she woke up she wanted to leave with us.

2020 | Week 32 of Quarantine | Whataburger and Ethan

Sadly that wasn’t the plan as we planned to take Ethan home. But in two weeks, we’ll be switching kids and I’ll get Emmy! We got Whataburger and listened to podcasts the whole ride home. Ethan didn’t have too many fusses on the drive. I can’t wait to see how he is during these two weeks. #dontleaveme

Today marks two years. I’ve learned so much about myself since that day. I had all these expectations of experiences with someone so we had all these memories for when we grew old but I was too mousey to speak up on what I truly needed/wanted. But being single has helped me not to care as much and to just do what I truly want to do. So many experiences are still out there for me to conquer and I am ready. I just hope if I ever love someone again, they’ll be willing to do some outdoorsy stuff because I am loving all the mother nature I’ve been getting these couple of years.

Filed Under: Eateries & Drinkeries, Travel Tagged With: Asian, Dallas, Glenn Rose, Mediterranean, Plano, Seafood, Sightseeing, Texas, Vietnamese

2020 | Week 29 of Quarantine | Rizzo’s 7th Birthday

October 4, 2020 by Mellie Dee Leave a Comment

2020 | Week 29 of Quarantine | Mellie Dee, National Coffee Day, Flu Shot, 2nd Place Trivia Winner

Did you know Tuesday was National Coffee Day?! I was able to grab a White Chocolate Mint Latte at Corner Bakery after getting my flu shot at work. Then for the rest of the day, my heart was beating crazy.

I also won 2nd place from work’s Trivia which means $10 gift card to Amazon! Cha-ching. I felt smart for once.

My hair is growing crazy long. I need to trim it to keep it healthy but usually when I do a video call, I keep it in a bun so my coworkers were shocked at how long it was.

2020 | Week 29 of Quarantine | Crackle Yankee Candle

Since it’s finally October, I am channeling my inner basic biyah. I lit my last pumpkin candle in my arsenal. I went to Yankee Candle online but couldn’t find their crackle candles. I only have a mint crackle left — someone find me some!

2020 | Week 29 of Quarantine | JJ & Mellie Dee Photoshoot | Chuy's with Mallory & Beth

Friday, I picked up Chuy’s and headed over to Mallory’s. Beth came over as well and we feasted! JJ and i had a photoshoot. He’s growing up to such a sweet, sweet kid.

JJ was on his iPad playing his games and Jacob came over and slapped his hand all over the screen. My heart melted seeing the way he was so calm and patient waiting for Jacob to stop. Instead of yelling, he just moved over just a little bit so Jacob couldn’t reach. What a lovely big brother.

2020 | Week 29 of Quarantine | Rizzo's New Collar

Rizzo’s collar broke last Sunday and his replacement came in Thursday! The lady was SUPER nice and understanding as we had plans and I wanted to make sure it came in time for …

2020 | Week 29 of Quarantine | Galveston Sunrise

watching the sunrise at Galveston Saturday morning. If you look at the top right picture close enough, you’d see the red sun popping up from the water.

2020 | Week 29 of Quarantine | Galveston | Sissy & BIL Sunrise

The views. My heart. I love the picture I took of Sissy and BIL at the top. they cute sometimes. It was also awesome to see the Sun and Moon up at the same time.

2020 | Week 29 of Quarantine | Galveston | Rizzo and Mellie Dee

In my head, this was my way of celebrating Rizzo’s birthday. It was so relaxing – I was able to get a lot of reading in. He didn’t love the water much but he loved running up and down the beach with me.

2020 | Week 29 of Quarantine | Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer 5k

He was able to do a 5k with me as it was the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer 5k day. Running/walking on the beach is definitely killer on the legs but the burn the next day is worth it!

2020 | Week 29 of Quarantine | Yumcha, Whataburger, Yummy Seafood

On our way home, we picked up Whataburger. I was able to try the Spicy Chicken Sandwich. It wasn’t spicy enough for me but my parents think it’s the spiciest one from a fast food restaurant. My thoughts, it’s not that great compared to Popeyes but better than Chick-fil-a.

We went home, showered, and relaxed a bit before going to HMart for groceries. Parents and June got Ten Seconds Noodle to go for lunch. I opted for Yummy Seafood (OF COURSE!). June and I also picked up boba from Yumcha.

We feasted while watching The Accountant. It was actually a very good movie in our opinon.

2020 | Week 29 of Quarantine | Monat Haircare & Stryve Jerky from Trisha

I found my package in the mail. I had bought some Monat haircare for Mum’s birthday coming up and Trisha was sweet enough to stuff jerky with different flavours for me to try. She’s the sweetest! I hope Covid goes away so I can visit her and go on her boat! Rizzo thought the jerky was for him and wouldn’t leave it alone.

2020 | Week 29 of Quarantine | Daily Walks with Rizzo

We’ve continued with our daily walks! Today’s Rizzo’s birthday and he did 3.5 miles! So proud of him. He is so toned!

2020 | Week 29 of Quarantine | Rizzo's 7th Birthday

I made him pup cakes and bought him some dog bone and donut treats. I also got him a pumpkin ice cream. Don’t worry though. He shared one pup cake with Rocky. The rest is saved for a later date. I need more puppy friends so I can give them some goodies too.

Rizzo’s taken a lot of naps today so it’s safe to say, he’s enjoying life.

I have things to look forward to the next few weeks so here’s to hoping work goes well — and fast.

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