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12.27.2012

San Antonio...

B and I decided to drive to North Carolina for Christmas this year... We had quite the adventure during those 2,200 miles from Arizona to NC. Part way there we stopped to see Momma and Poppy in San Antonio, Texas. (They were there for work) The evening we arrived we went to an amazing Mexican restaurant, I can not remember the name, but it was amazing. The place was packed and covered with Christmas lights.  There was even a Mariachi band that walked around and serenaded the restaurant. It was such a neat atmosphere with wonderful food.
After dinner we walked around downtown where a small river runs through central San Antonio, just one story below the street level. They have created a neat little scene called, The Riverwalk. You can walk or ride a tour boat all through it. Little businesses, restaurants, and shops line the walkways... full of people and, good food, and neat treasures. This time of year it was especially neat because everything was decked out for the Holidays. So beautiful and definitely worth the time. Downtown San Antonio was almost magical. The old historic buildings, Christmas lights hanging from every tree, and my love by my side... It was the perfect night.
The next day we visited The Alamo. So much history and so many amazing stories behind this beautiful building. The people of San Antonio hold so much respect for The Alamo and what it stands for. We even have a new found pride for this building as well.  B's bloodline runs within those walls. None other than the historic Davy Crockett.
Over all, San Antonio was an amazing place to visit. Between historic tours, homemade root-beer and the beautiful views, I truly loved every minute of it. Best way to start off the holidays. Thanks Momma and Poppy. 

12.07.2012

Daddy Dearest...

Happiest of Birthdays to the best Dad around. 
My dear sweet Poppy turned the big 5-0 yesterday.
Here are a few things about my dear ol' Pops.


1. Fountain Mountain Dew and generic puffy Cheetos. He loves em. Growing up, every time we stopped at a gas station, that was our purchase. (It has to be generic Cheetos though because he swears there is more cheese on them)
2. He is Mr. Fix-It. If he can not repair it, replace it, or re-do it, I am certain no-one can.
3. He is one outstanding chef. Makes amazing food and is my partner in crime when it comes to baking.
4. One of my earliest memories is jumping off practically anything and landing in my fathers arms. The roof, the refrigerator, a brick wall, ect....and that tradition has now been carried on to the grandcuddles.
5.He is an amazing Papa and all those kids LOVE him to death.
6.Music.This man is obsessed with it.He has so much of it, that he can listen nonstop for 4 years, and never repeat a song.
7. Rodeos. Dad used to rodeo back in the day and was amazing. Saddle bronc and bareback were his specialties  That is actually how my parents met, at a rodeo.
8. He is currently in the process of building his own motorcycle.
9. He is one of those super annoying people that is good at everything he tries. You name it, he can do it.
10. He has been the greatest dad to 5 children, a loving husband to a beautiful woman, and an incredible person for the last 50 years.

Dad, you have taught me so much and given me such a wonderful life.
 I am so grateful for your influence and guidance 
Thank you for always being there for me and being the best dad a girl could ask for. 
I love you and I hope the next 50 are just as grand...