A “grape” time in Grapevine
When you think “Grapevine, Texas” $900 ceramic clown clocks and costumed skeletons aren’t what come to mind. Read more
Posts tagged ‘sarah’
Mar 16
IcePocalypse: Survivor Photos
WARNING: Contains graphic depictions of sunshine that could disturb those who haven’t seen the light of day for a week. Viewer discretion is advised.
Jun 21
Anniversary 2: “Let’s Go to NYLO.”
Two years ago, we said, “I do.” Today, we still does.
Sarah and I have a strange and wonderful relationship – I’m strange and she’s wonderful. But, somehow, she’s still smiling. In a world were so many couples struggle, what Sarah and I share is a cause for thankfulness, gratitude, pride and humility. And it’s a reason to celebrate.
So we did.
We staged a little “staycation” this weekend in our hometown, stayed at a fun place called NYLO, and lounged by the pool. It’s amazing how a short, simple getaway can be so fun when your best friend tags along!
She knew it must be Owen when: Using his laptop and assorted cables and connectors from his location bag, he rigged the hotel TV to stream netflix movies.
He knew it must be Sarah when: She requested cocoanut shrimp from Outback. They’re her favorite.
They knew they were lucky to have each other when: They were both happy to slip on 3D glasses and watch Toy Story 3.
Strange and wonderful, indeed. Happy anniversary, babe!
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Jun 9
The Cheap Cabinet Blues
Things have been a little stressful around here, so last weekend we decided it was time for some art therapy.
We found this old Ethan Allen piece at a rummage sale for $29. According to the markings, it’s from about 1955. We have no idea what the cabinet’s original use was, but we like the random hatch on the top and the classy louvered doors.
Dry sink? Dry bar? It doesn’t matter. This is art, remember? You have to let the questions go and let the paint flow.
Sarah picked sky blue. It’s a great color that makes you feel relaxed just looking at it. Our very patient friends Jack and Mandy loaned us their garage and pitched in on the sanding on a hot Texas June day. The pine wood underneath the stain was in pretty rough shape, but we didn’t want the finish to be too perfect.
With the wood prepped, all that was left to do was to mix a batch of paint wash and sponge it on.
The upside to the wicked heat? It didn’t take long for the paint to dry!
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Baseball at Dr. Pepper
Sarah stalks, er, watches the RoughRiders at Dr. Pepper Ballpark. It’s one of the best minor league sports venues in America. Despite the sometimes creepy fans…
Sarah’s "Dog" Shopping Nightmare
Sarah woke today from dozing in a pain-pill induced haze and called for me to come over.
“What, Sweetheart?” I asked, “Do you need more water?”
“No, I need a hug. I just had a terrible dream.“
“Oh no, what was it about?”
“It was really bad.”
“It’s ok. You can tell me.”
“Well,” she started, “I had a dream that I was shopping.”
“That sounds good. Girls love shopping.”
“No, I had a dream that I was shopping and Beth Chapman from Dog the Bounty Hunter had her own clothing store.”
“You’re right,” I said. “That’s a terrible dream.”
“The worst part was that Beth Chapman had her own store and she was forcing me to buy clothes and try them on. It was a really bad dream.”
The moral of the story: If you think all the crowds are bad while you’re doing your Christmas shopping this month, remember, it could be much worse. You could be trapped in a store owned by this woman, and forced to try on clothes. Fashions by Beth: A fate worse than death.
