So this weekend I took advantage of having three days off and came down to Texas to see one of my best friends, Bri. Sheldon had to work so this was my first solo roadtrip in 3 years. I used to take solo road trips all the time -- really long ones to see John in Louisiana. While I like to have Sheldon or another friend in the car with me sometimes it is nice to just drive alone getting to listen to what you want to listen to and stop where and when you want to stop. I made a few stops on my drive down and snapped a few photos to share with you.
I've been wanting to try these fried pies for ages and it seems like it's always too late when we get to Davis so we don't stop. So I decided to stop to get some presents for my hosts this weekend. If you haven't had a pecan fried pie, you are missing out. Joey let me try the chocolate one and I can say that it was amazing as well. Somewhat funny story - After taking that bite from the picture above, I totally choked on a rouge piece of flaky pie crust and thought I was going to die in the parking lot. I coughed for about 15 minutes. It was scary at the time but I laughed afterwards because I got very dramatic in my head about being alone and choking alone and someone finding me hours later. Watch out for the rogue bits of pie crust!!
I was also able to stop at my favorite Thrift Store in Ardmore, OK. It's huge and I always find fun vintage things there. I'll share what I bought later :) I couldn't get a great pic of everything spread out in my back seat.
My weekend has been lovely! It has been very low key and has included many of my favorite Texas hobbies shopping and eating (I got In 'n Out for the first time since our Vegas trip in July). Today I bought the pattern and fabric for a dress I hope to make on Monday for my birthday party next Saturday. We're having a Madmen theme party! It is going to be so much fun.
