Destination: FLORIDA. I’m not quite sure why everyone is afraid of getting older. It definitely beats the alternative. Despite how you feel about birthdays, they are definitely a time to reminisce and reflect about your life. Notice I didn’t mention mope, regret, lament, or anything else negative? What’s the point? Sure you can beat yourself up … Continue reading Birthday Trip #1
Now that you have The Jackson Five playing background music in your head, I have a confession. You know those silly/annoying emails that circulate every couple of years in which you answer questions about yourself? Yeah, I’m one of those annoying people who not only fills them out, but sends them to nearly everyone in … Continue reading Easy as ABC…
One of the earliest memories I have is going with Granny to the nursing home to visit her father, Pa. We never stayed long, just a few minutes (probably because she had a little rugrat in tow!)–just long enough to say hi, ask how Pa was doing and hand over a bag of candy. My … Continue reading A Peep at My Sweet Tooth
Apparently the new job is big on celebrating birthdays. Fine by me, especially when birthday girl happened to mentioned she liked ice cream cakes. I’d like to also mention there is a Cold Stone Creamery within walking distance–12 blocks, to be exact, and not of the avenue-block variety (if you live or been to NYC, … Continue reading Carpe Cupcake!
…we all scream for Clear River Pecan’s Mexican Vanilla ice cream!! You think I jest, but no. It’s the only thing other than coffee I had copious amounts of when I was home. They have other flavors–their Amaretto Peach Pecan is pretty darn tasty. But it’s hard to pass the Mexican Vanilla. I’ve heard tell … Continue reading I Scream, You Scream…
The Epicurious Texan 