Southwest Airlines Mess
Remembering My Son
Over the years, several people have asked me “How can you still have faith in God after what you’ve been through, losing your 19 year old son?” I respond “God blessed me with 19 wonderful years with my son.” His memory becomes more special each year. God has him in heaven and I have him in my heart. God blessed me with two beautiful daughters who have blessed me with nine grandchildren, and my best friend-husband who has been my funny bone during the good times and backbone during the bad times. I’m thankful God has shown me His grace. After finally having a son after two daughters, I gave Chris the nickname “My Million Dollar Gold Piece.” Merry Christmas “My Million Dollar Gold Piece.”
Sundays are for relaxation and enjoying the day with family. The last thing I want to do is spend a long time in the kitchen preparing dinner and be left with a sink full of dirty dishes. Pot Roast is one of my favorite Sunday meals to make for Grandpa and me. It’s hearty and comforting.
Thankful in Waco
Grandpa and I spent our Thanksgiving weekend visiting and exploring Waco, Texas. Waco is my favorite getaway from Houston, an easy 2.5 hour road trip Northwest from our home.
I enjoy reading non-fiction books about faith, crime, politics, and autobiographies. For years, I read physical books in my hands and then I transitioned to reading ebooks using the Nook app on my iPad. Now I exclusively listen to audiobooks. It allows me the ability to listen while cleaning, sewing, or working on other projects around the house. Grandpa and I enjoy listening to books on road trips.
This week I’m sharing books that I have recently read, are currently reading, and books on my reading list.
Texas Pralines
The Pecan Tree is the state tree of Texas, and in 2001 the State Legislature named the pecan the Official State Health Nut. When it comes to pecans, Pecan Pie comes to mind for a lot of folks. For me it’s Pralines.
Have you ever enjoyed one, do you know what they are, have you ever made them? In this week’s blog, I share about my love for pralines.
Veterans Day 2022 is Friday, November 11. Do you have a tradition of flying the American Flag in your yard, or perhaps you are interested in starting one? Do you need a refresher course on how to handle and display Old Glory?
This week I share the tradition that Grandpa and I have, and a summary of the rules and guidelines for properly flying the American Flag.
San Diego Sightseeing
A few weeks ago, we attended a family wedding in San Diego, California. We split our time between our family and did some sightseeing. We had a great time, but we did have some challenges.
Geocaching
Geocaching is free, family-friendly fun. It is an outdoor activity where you use a GPS (Global Positioning System) with your phone or a handheld GPS navigator along with the app. You look for containers called “geocaches” or “caches.”
Our Day Trip in Katy, TX
On October 1, we decided to visit Katy Heritage Park & Historical Homes. They have a tour of the homes on the first weekend of the month. It covers Katy’s history & explains how the Katy Tigers (football) got their name. Go Tigers. The park has several historical markers.
We did one geocaching off Katy Frwy. Grandpa found the area, but I found the geocache. It’s called “Courage, The Cowardly Cache.”
There are other museums to visit in Katy. Johnny Nelson Katy Heritage Museum, Katy Veterans Memorial Museum, and MKT Railroad Depot & Park. We will have to do it later.
Top Left: Tomboy and the Champ is the only movie ever filmed in Katy. Historical Marker “The Stockdick House,” old telephone, the geocache map, and Katy Heritage Park.
Hwy I-10 Scavenger Hunt
Grandpa & I did a “Hwy I-10 Scavenger Hunt” between Brookshire & Schulenburg. I planned we would find some unique landmarks, Texas Historical Markers, do geocaching, take selfies at murals and try some new breweries in Brookshire, Sealy, Columbus, Weimar, & Schulenburg. While driving, I saw a Spoetzl Brewery (brewery for Shiner beer) sign off HWY I-10. I don’t like beer, but I enjoy listening to bands. So, we decided to make it our last stop.
290 Adventure Texas
I came across a brochure called “Adventure 290 Texas,” a scavenger hunt of 8 towns along Hwy 290 between Houston & Austin. I looked up online & found different web pages on the “Adventure 290 Texas” scavenger hunts.
Houston Astros
We enjoy going to Ninfa’s Mexican Restaurant on Navigation St. before an Astros game. The food is delicious but expensive, about $50, including the tip for Grandpa & me. However, the parking is free at Ninfa’s.
LifeMark
David’s comfortable world is turned upside down when his birthmother unexpectedly reaches out to him, longing to meet the 18-year-old son she’s only held once.