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Visiting Big Bend National Park (Part 1: Camping/Hiking/Driving)
In this part of my Big Bend National Park trip report is the obvious camping bit, which as I age include more and more creature comforts. We’re just one step away from an RV. I’ve also included the short hikes we took to some well known attractions, and all the scenic driving in between. Big Bend is […]
Visiting Big Bend National Park: Something for Everyone
Big Bend National Park is a 12 hour drive from Houston. Twelve. Hours. To make that drive worth it, I like to stay a little longer and try to fit in as much as possible. So it shouldn’t (should?) be surprising that during our 4-day trip to Big Bend last month we camped/glamped, cooked gourmet(ish) […]
Camera Strap Cover (DIY)
Off the rack camera straps are so last year. When I got a new camera and couldn’t find a Coach or Vera Bradley strap cover for the Nikon, I was inspired by Pinterest to make my own moderately fashionable camera strap cover. I have plenty of scrap fabrics from previous projects (GoT dress and dog Derby […]
Game of Thrones Goblet Sigils (DIY)
As far as drinking wine is concerned, Cercei Lannister is my spirit animal. I love her panache and unapologetic wine drinking habits. I’m also a collector hoarder of stemware. So years ago when we first met her in Season 1 of HBO’s Game of Thrones, I just had to get my hands on a set of […]
VIPing at Houston Press Menu of Menus
I’ve been attending Houston Press Menu of Menus off and on for years. This event is a Houston foodie’s Disneyland. The food bites, the presentation, the wine! I really (really really) enjoyed it when the venue was at Houston Museum of Natural Science, but once it moved to Silver Street Studios, the event got crowded […]
A Visit to Blue Heron Farm: Oh My Goat!
I love goats! I’ve been following Blue Heron Farm for several years on social media and had visited in the past. So when I knew I’d be in the neighborhood one weekend, I had to visit again. The farm is located near Waller, Texas, about an hour drive northwest of Houston. Lisa and Christian Seger have about a […]
One Night in the Country: A Review of Silverwood Country Retreat
Last fall I was gifted one night stay at Granny’s Bed & Breakfast at Silverwood Country Retreat in Waller, Texas. Sound familiar? It should if you’ve ever run Wicked Wine Run Houston or Mud Run, because those races are on the Silverwood property. After puppy potty training through the winter (read: not a single full night’s sleep), […]
Painted Rock Magnets (DIY)
What on earth are you going to do with all those silly little pebbles you and your kids pick up on vacation? Might I suggest turning those natural souvenirs into fridge magnets to enjoy daily. Here’s what you’ll need: Rocks (look for at least one flat side) E6000 adhesive High magnetic strength ceramic magnet discs […]
Costuming Ursula (Concept) from The Little Mermaid
There’s something about a good villain. Particularly a villain that still makes a statement decades later. As I’ve tended to gravitate towards costuming villains (and…), Ursula from The Little Mermaid really appealed to me. I’ve seen some spectacular Ursula cosplay at DragonCon and on the internet. This young lady was my inspiration for costuming Ursula, however […]