Today's adventure is a trip to Keller for Josh's swim meet. We typically try to attend this one as it is close and I love the sprint races. We make a pit stop for coffee at a place called 151 Coffee. It seems as though we are on a roll for strange stops. This one is another bizarre shop. You have this giant order board out on the patio and then a person appears to take your order. Turns out - all automatic coffee machines, not our favorite. Drat. One time stop.
Date Night! Last Christmas Matt, Cassie, and Jen bought us a gift card to Ocean Prime and we are using it tonight. Yep, we're real quick at these things. It's a perfect night out and we are dressed up. Let's go.
After doing an airport drop, we are off to visit Rhiana up in Frisco/Aubrey. She is at gymnastics with the littles, so that is our first stop. The girls are so cute!
Raef and I are up and out of the house bright and early. We're off to see the animals at the zoo before it gets too hot. At the hippos, we are treated to a rare sight. All four are out of the water and on habitat.
Having Raef here is so nice and the chance to just relax and visit happens. Other legal items take place as well, but for the most part we have a quiet day. Dinner is Pho.
An early morning flight to Denver has me trying Southwest for the first time. It's a flight, just like the others - nothing really special about it. I managed to get a decent seat and who really cares - the flight is just 2 hours at the most. So many people make a big deal out of something so minor - first world problems.
We are ready for Fall! I do love this time of year and October is my favorite month of the year. I want to enjoy the house right through November before turning it all red and white.
Take a peek at how it all turned out. Den.
Keeping with our "on the go" weekend, this morning the Arboretum has an event I am interested in so we are off walking and waiting for it to begin. I cannot believe that there are azaleas blooming once again.
Mister bought tickets to Boo! The Boomont Hotel. It is at the Galleria Mall and we have a late afternoon entry.
I just love weekends with my sweetheart. Making sure that we get out of the house for at least a bit each day keeps us active and together. This morning Mister has heard about a new farmers market. I'm sad to say that it really wasn't much, but we did check it out.
Feeling super lucky today. Jen called and wanted to come spend some time with us. That meant get up, get moving, get the house cleaned AND we decided to throw Elena into the mix since she had a free weekend. Mister helped with the house for the morning and then went to pick her up. They got back just before Jen, Louis, and Josh arrived. We all chatted for a bit and then opted to go putt around with some miniature golf. We went to Another Round and had a great time. We had a bit of a wait before we could begin, so Josh and Elena gave this game a try.
Mister has surprised me with a fun date night.
It's been a couple of weeks since we can get out and walk - this morning the Arboretum is having a turn. We haven't been here since the beginning of July and I am always shocked at how much is changes in such a small amount of time. The plants have REALLY grown. It's still early morning - so some fun pics can happen.
With all the whirlwind we've been around lately, just some time walking together is treasured. This morning the plan is for a quick walk through the zoo for some fresh air and steps. Much to our surprise, upon our arrival, we spot another arrival. There are baby flamingoes. Ya gotta look REAL close for the little white balls of fluff.
It's been a month since our last jaunt to the zoo --- seems like a great way to start the morning and get our day rolling. It's Member Morning and today the presentation is in the Reptile Building. It was on the Texas Horned Lizard, but I didn't get any pictures of the tiny babies they had to show. However, we did wander the building a bit and managed to get sooooo lucky with this moment of skin shedding. I noticed that the snake was sliding along against the bamboo and tree when the loose skin caught hold, helping the rest to just come right off.
It seems as though life went crazy in April and is just now returning a wee bit. It's our first trip back to the Arboretum since Dallas Blooms and I'm oh so ready to just walk and take in the serenity and beauty of this magical place.
Well, it's not quite Independence Day, but today is the celebration in Garland and we are going to see what it's like. I have this idea that we can get up on the roof of Intrinsic and have a great view. However, that will require a full day of claiming our spot. Off we go. We know parking will be a nightmare, so we're on the DART. While walking from our stop to the brewery, this little guy is spotted.
Back in 2017, we were able to see the Kusama Pumpkins at the DMA and they have made a return trip. I did a post on the back then and here is the LINK to it. I didn't share a lot of information then, so here is a bit more.
We've been moving towards this day for quite some time. Plans are in place and family is gathering. We are flying into Provo to spend a couple days with Cass before the actual move happens. A little subterfuge going on, but we're doing our best to work through everything. I'm just so happy the day has arrived. As we leave Dallas, we notice all the new construction at DFW - new terminal being brought in.
Mister is soooo good at getting me up and moving every so often. It's needed as the pit is quite deep right now. The television and I are great friends. However, today we are off to the zoo for some morning walking, eye candy, and a "not in the house" day. The Lesser Flamingo juveniles are out and about -- love to watch the littles.
For the last day of August, we are out and about. First up is a walk to the anniversary celebration at White Rock Coffee. They are 20 years old and Mister has been there since the beginning. Me? I've been going there about 17 of those 20 years.
We've returned from Montana and are off to San Angelo for a grandson's college graduation. How cool is this? I'm so happy for him and he already has a job waiting in Anchorage, Alaska. That is even more exciting.
Up here in Bigfork, Montana, there is always something fun happening. Well, at least at this time of year. This morning, we are in town to meet up with Jill for coffee and some fun. Obviously, the out-of-towners are dressed different than the locals. Too funny.
Happy Birthday to me!!! I'm not sure where this last year went, but I guess the trip around the sun has happened once again. My love has given me cards all week and I'm so spoiled, once again.
Happy May Day!!! We ae still in Montana and enjoying the pretty day. Mom has a doctor's appointment and a grocery stop happens. In the afternoon, Mister and I take a walk to clear the cobwebs and move the muscles. It's necessary every so often. Along the way, we spotted this mushroom. Is it a mushroom? I don't know. Crazy, right?
While I was in Utah with Cassie, Mom had a health scare and I've been trying to get up there to help. She was released from the hospital today and we are flying to Montana for a bit - to help and to spend some time with her.
We are going through Seattle and flying Alaska Airlines for a change.
More packing and still playing with littles - the days are certainly busy.
Happy Easter!! I wake a bit early and take up residency in the living room to wait until littles arrive.
I have flown up to Provo to spend some time with Cass and help her with packing as she prepares to find a place of her own. We pack and donate and sell most of the day and then Mairead and Torsten put on a puppet show for us as a reward.
It's Week Six and we are off for our morning walk and soul brightener. The tulips outside the Arboretum have finished and new plantings have taken their place.
It's been one of those crazy, run errands kind of day. We've been to several stops, finished up our list, had lunch, and decided to drive over to Garland for a nice moment of relaxation. On the way, I mentioned that they might have one of the craft shows downtown and as we got closer, the whole square was indeed blocked off. After finding a place to park, we walked toward the brewery and discovered that there is an Art Walk going on AND it's an art fair, not craft - big difference. This could be fun.
Can you believe it's the fifth week in a row at the flower zoo? What will we find today? The minute we enter, I see that the wisteria is making an appearance and I can already smell it. I'm in love!
It is Week Four of Dallas Blooms - I absolutely love going each week to see the changes and enjoy Mother Nature doing her thing. Off to the Flower Zoo (Mister's name for the Dallas Arboretum), we go. Outside the entrance, the tulips are almost finished.
Wondering how to spend our Saturday, a decision was made to journey down to the St. Patrick's Day parade on Greenville. In all the years I've lived in Dallas, this is one event we have never witnessed. It's a train day! Who on earth wants to try and find parking where 125k people are heading? We park the car at White Rock Station and grab the train to Mockingbird Station.
A rainy/cloudy March day, but we are still spending time together. Deciding to try the Arboretum between rain storms, we stop for coffee at LDU and it is just so yummy. Cinnamon Swirl Bread and a Fritter top it off perfectly.
Oh the weather outside is . . . well, very cloudy and rain is in the forecast for this afternoon. That means we are off to play, but trying to stay indoors for most of our adventures today. We get a bit of a late start, but head up to Frisco.
Our first stop is at Penney's, where we have gift cards to use up. One never knows with Penney's as to how long they will stay in business, so . . . A few items come home with us. I hit a sale rack for shirts and paid less than 9 dollars for each of these.
There is also a new brewery we want to try out but first, we remember a restaurant from years ago that we loved and want to re-visit. Along the way to lunch, we spot a Farmer's Market and decide to check it out. It's a permanent structure with booths under cover from weather. There are heaters on inside and it's a very pleasant experience.
Good Morning! We have Member Morning at the zoo and it starts at 8 so it's up and outta here for another fun-filled day. Today's special event is the giraffes - we are off to watch and learn.
A glorious Saturday has arrived and we are off to enjoy! First stop is week two of Dallas Blooms and we're betting it is a HUGE difference from last week. Check out that post first and then see the changes. Ahhhh - TULIPS!!! We haven't even made it inside the Arboretum yet.
We are still in the birthday weekend/season and today we are off to walk the zoo and get some exercise at the same time. It's still pretty chilly out, so some animals may be in hiding. That's okay. Off we go.
First stop is to play with some birds. Mister has the magic touch today - they are really only interested in him.
Mister's Birthday is today and he is in charge - I'm along for the ride and happy to do so. First up is Lubbies Bagels - a new-to-us shop.
