We spent part of our Sunday at the San Antonio Botanical Garden. This is the best time of year to get out and see the blooming flowers. It’s been awhile since we’ve strolled around this gorgeous property. And the new…
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Magnolia Market Silos and Food Trucks
In case you haven’t heard, Chip and Joanna Gaines of Fixer Upper fame are kinda popular! And if you need proof of how popular, just count the number of out of state license plates there are on the cars parked…
Divine Catering is Truly Divine
When we were spending time with family in East Texas last week, we ate a place that my sister suggested. We had a busy morning of talking and the men had been out golfing in Longview. We knew they were…
The DoSeum is Here
Does your child ever come running in the house from outside and is so excited to tell you something that they can’t get the words out fast enough? You then have to tell them to slow down so you…
All Aboard on Amtrak
I did something a few weeks ago that I have never done before…..um, no, I didn’t clean my oven. Why in the world would I ever do such a thing? I rode an Amtrak train! Or make that, we rode…
Jack Ryan’s is a Gem under the Derricks
If you have never been to Jack Ryan’s in downtown Kilgore, you are in for a treat. Not only will you have some incredible views of oil derricks as you drive up to their door, the food is worth every…
There’s a Reason It’s Called Comfort
When I was trying to decide where we could go for our 20th wedding anniversary getaway, the only requirement was that it should be quiet and relaxing. With a very busy house of 3 kids, it’s a luxury! In case you haven’t…
Hometown Vacation
When you live in a city of a million people, sometimes spending a little time away in a small town is the perfect summer vacation. And that’s what my family decided to do when we went to my hometown of…
Sassy in San Antonio with Sarah
Here is another edition to our “Sassy in San Antonio” series. It’s where I ask friends to tell their things around town that make them feel sassy! This week we are hearing from Sarah. She is a very good friend…
Sassy in San Antonio
I am starting a new series on Livin’ Sassy. I’m calling it “Sassy in San Antonio.” It’s going to be like the “Sassy Girlfriend Top 10 Favorite Things.” Do y’all remember those? You’ll have to think way back, it’s when I…
Jack Ryan’s in Downtown Kilgore
As we drove through downtown Kilgore a few weeks ago on our way to my brother Jimmy’s house, we saw a huge amount of cars parked near the railroad tracks. (no picture of all the cars since I was driving…
Charleston on My Mind
My family hadn’t decided until three weeks before our vacation what our destination would be this summer. We knew that we wanted it to include golf, the beach, great food and a family friendly place. When my husband mentioned Charleston,…