Christmas Memories

Christmas has once again come and gone.  Again, the memories made are priceless.  

We started our Christmas weekend with a trip to Santa's Wonderland.  We all went including my kids, parents, nieces, nephews, etc... It was a road trip to a town near College Station in Texas.  It was a lot of fun!  My only complaint is the long lines for everything.  However, we did go the day before Christmas Eve so I couldn't have expected anything different.  Next year, we'll plan better.  We did have a great time in this little country town.  Makes me wish we lived in a town like this all year round!  

Below are some snapshots from our time there.  

The "snow" that fell felt super cool! 

  

The hayride to see all the lights definitely topped the night.  

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Our family celebrates Christmas on Christmas Eve.  We visit with all the family and enjoy each other's company.  Here are some snapshots of our time.

 These are just some of the precious memories made this season and the reason I feel so ever blessed and grateful for the life I have been given.  Now to enjoy the rest of my vacation with movie nights, house cleaning, cooking, baking, and maybe a little spa time.

Merry Christmas to all!

Road Trip

My husband and I took a road trip to Arlington to see the Brothers of the Sun Kenny Chesney and Tim McGraw tour.  We had a great time!  Please excuse the lack of clear detail of the photos as I took them with my Iphone-for some reason they look more clear on my phone.  I had left my SLR camera at home-which I won't do again.  I just wanted to pack light for this trip.  

This is a drive in movie theater we saw along the road. 

Along the road is this beautiful untouched land and trees.  I would love to live out here without a worry to the world! 

This is an area full of sunflowers.  This picture does not give it justice.  It was beautiful!  There were people stopping along the road to take pictures with their families.  

The Cowboys Stadium.  It was really huge!  I am not a Cowboys fan, but I really did admire this stadium.  

Up close and personal to the stadium. 

My husband and I right before we went into the stadium. 

My friend who met up with us in Arlington for the concert. 

Inside the stadium early on in the show. 

Us again. :) Inside the stadium. 

Tim McGraw performed first and put on a great show! 

Kenny Chesney performs after and he is so full of energy!  He bounced all over the stage!

On the way back we stop at a "convenience store" called Buccees.  Have you heard of this place? It's like a mini Walmart, but highly priced items. 

The place is fully packed with lots of travelers!  You'd think there was a party going on.

There are loads of shelves with all kinds of flavored dipped fruit, nuts, etc... I bought the praline pecans at $10 a bag.  Quite a high end price, but truly delicious! 

This is where you place your order for just about anything.  There is a deli, bakery, etc... You name it they sell it.

There is also lots of shelf space for  souvenirs- Texas, Buccees, etc...  

We got the kids Buccees shirts.  They loved them. 

I really enjoyed this weekend getaway.  We had a great time in Arlington, Fort Worth and our first visit to the extraordinary Buccees.  I love getaways like this where we just take to the road and enjoy the scenic view along with great conversation.  Can't wait for the next road trip!  

Do you have plans for a road trip or have taken one lately?  How did it go?