Fat.
Photo by Jorge Zapata on Unsplash Fat. I’ve fought it almost my entire life. I didn’t start out as an, ahem, larger lady. When I was born prematurely, I weighed in at a scant 3lbs, 13oz. Almost 4lbs,...
View ArticleGhosts & Good Eats
I was watching one of those ghost hunting shows over the weekend, when a host mentioned he was hungry. That led me to think about Austin’s ghosts in places where you can also get good eats. The most...
View ArticleMama is Mad
I read a social media post today that said something very similar to how I feel about the current protests and activism against racism. I didn’t screen capture it, and it was not available to share,...
View ArticleAlamo Drafthouse Reopens
Photo by Denise Jans on Unsplash Alamo Drafthouse is reopening two of its Austin theaters this week. Movie goers may choose between seeing films at Lakeline or at Slaughter Lane. The movie selection,...
View ArticleHot ‘Cue, Hot Rods, Haute Whiskey
Photo credit: Treaty Oak Distilling Memorial Day weekend is almost here, and for all you folks out there jonesing to get out and do something, have I got news for you! Treaty Oak Distilling and Smoke...
View ArticleHot Weather Cooking
After the horrendous winter storm this year, you’d think Central Texas would be happy about warm weather. Don’t get me wrong, when it was below freezing in my living room because the criminally...
View ArticlePour Me Some Wine
Photo by Piotr Makowski on Unsplash Pour me some wine, but leave the bottle close by; I’ll need a refill shortly. Do y’all feel as tired as I do? I’m exhausted from trying to keep my family safe and...
View ArticleWhatever you do, don’t fall asleep!
Image credit: High Brew Coffee Austin-based High Brew Coffee has a timely email offer for those on their mailing list right now, with the admonishment “Whatever you do…don’t go to sleep.” Horror and...
View ArticleAustin Food & Wine Fest 2021 Highlights
The Austin Food & Wine Festival came roaring back this year, with COVID-19 precautions in place, celebrating delicious bites and tasty sips in what had to be one of the most beautiful weekends of...
View ArticleDelicious Gift Ideas for a White Elephant Party
Photo Credit: Kirill. Whether you call it a White Elephant party, a Dirty Santa gift exchange or some other name for this holiday gift swap, you know you have to bring your A game. The goal is to end...
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