I recently had to request a new Discover card – I had worn out the strip on my old one (the chip still worked but not every place has a chip reader). Since I use this card for everything, it gets a lot of use. There were several designs to choose from but I knew immediately that this one would be mine. That view kinda takes the sting out of paying for things…
Fishing in Copano Bay, Rockport, Texas July 2019
My friend Jillian and I were invited out bay fishing last weekend. Truthfully, Josh, Justin, and Bob may have been really great guys but they were horrible fishermen. The only thing we caught was a small blue crab, which was carefully and promptly returned to the water. With plenty of sunshine, fun people, and great music we managed to have an amazing time. I would gladly go out on another not-fishing, fishing trip again soon!
Thanks, guys!
I recently zipped up to Oregon to visit my best friend Lisa. We headed out to the coast for some much needed relaxing girl time. We were pleasantly surprised as the weather cooperated (mostly). The mild temperatures combined with a minus tide made exploring along the coastline an absolute pleasure. As an added bonus I was able to hang out with my Lincoln City friends (and made a few new ones). Reminded me of all that I loved about living on the Oregon coast last year.
Grain Sorghum Fields Near Tivoli, Texas July 2019
Drive inland from the beach a few miles and you are surrounded by fields. Interspersed between cattle pastures the main crops are cotton, corn, and grain sorghum. Of the three, grain sorghum (aka milo to the farmers) is by far the most eye appealing.
I can see why milo is a preferred crop out here, it’s drought-tolerant, cheaper to grow than cotton or GMO corn, and works as a good rotation crop (increasing future cotton yields by 26% according to a recent Texas A&M study). Milo is one of Texas’ top ten agricultural commodities and it is the 4th most produced cereal grain in the world, with the US leading in output. Sorghum is super!
I recently met Shelby at an outdoor venue where my friend’s band was playing a gig. Shelby started out looking pretty put together but as the night wore on Shelby’s do started to slip. By the end of the night she was akimbo and things were askew. Come on, fess up, we’ve all had a night like that, right?
Mural on Side of Taco Bell, Rockport, Texas July 2019
I really like this mural. Didn’t expect to find it on the side of a Taco Bell. Kudos to them!
Maserati Levante, Shiner, Texas June 2019
While I admit the unusual emblem caught my eye, the overall design of the car failed to impress me. I mean, if I’m gonna shell out over $76,000 on the base model I want the design to scream outrageous. The body of this Levante seemed kinda ho-hum to me. Though I really liked the way it reflected the clouds after a passing rain shower.
Tired Little Man, Rockport, Texas July 2019
I know Mondays are rough, especially after a long holiday weekend but seriously, don’t try this. Asphalt is hard on the knees!
Relaxing In My Hammock, Rockport, Texas July 2019
Can’t think of a better way to wrap up a busy weekend. Sunday is a day of rest, is it not?
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