Tag Archives: Harlingen

My weekend………………………

This is a “for the record” post that might/could be found in a scrapbook rather than a quilting/food(!) blog….but, it’s what is going on these days in my “Texas life”, so here goes……….    We go about our daily tasks/happenings … Continue reading

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They were calling to me……..really!!!!!…….

Last Saturday was the first Saturday of the month, the day that historic Jackson St. in downtown Harlingen is closed to auto traffic and is filled with all sorts of interesting vendors, musicians and other goodies. The rains subsided just … Continue reading

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“Change”…………..

From this………    to this……….. with the bonus of 76F and palm trees!!!! Cleaning-mostly completed. Cable and wifi hooked up (yes, I need certain things!), barn square up and a few tasks left that will wait til…….well, will wait a bit…………. … Continue reading

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This ‘N’ That………….

Is happenin’ now. Last Saturday we took advantage of the perfect weather and headed downtown Harlingen(TX) for a car show on Jackson St. Relaxing. I’m up for pretty much anything that burns fossil fuel (sorry to all those who are … Continue reading

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Another tasty post…………….

Another “love”, coming in a close 2nd to quilting, is finding those unusual places to enjoy unique food creations. Harlingen (TX) is home to so many excellent restaurant, bakery, taquerrias, eating experiences that it will take years to visit them … Continue reading

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Getting closer……….

Giving serious thoughts to our trek home. Not being a “green thumb” type person, my little window flower box was a questionable endeavor that turned out to be a wonderful addition to our little Texas get-away. Way back in January, … Continue reading

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A Monday non-quilting trek……

Resulted in one more finish (first shared here)…………   I have never laid claim to the “gardener” designation but I’m quite happy with these results. Now…….if I can just keep them growing for a few months!!!! LOL!!!!!

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Touches of home made their way to Texas………..

Yup……we made it! After a quick exit from Minnesota (on Dec. 27th), to beat an incoming snow/ice storm, we arrived in Harlingen on the 31st. The days have been very cool (highs in the upper 40s), rainy and, as always, … Continue reading

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Wordless Wednesday Wrap………………

Story begun here.

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Rarely a quiet moment around here……….

And that’s the way we roll!!!! Last Wednesday the garage project came to a temporary halt ‘til #2 son comes back from his California trucking trek. It’ll be the end of this week, and with Christmas, us leaving for Texas … Continue reading

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A “Winter Texan” quilt group………

With a name I can really love……”Killer Bees”. Yup, that’s their moniker! Now that’s gotta ‘bee’ an assertive group…yes??? Their meeting this morning was fast paced, well organized and kept on track by Ms Jan, a wireless-hand-held mic wielding gal … Continue reading

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A cute Texas quilt shop………..

Was found on our Texas trek of a few weeks ago. Named the Picket Fence, it wasn’t the largest but, oh,did it have a bit to offer! Observe how nice and warm the exterior photos are (a note to my … Continue reading

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Another chapter begins………..

Yup…..Anyone who knows us knows that we have lived our lives with ‘change’ not an uncommon ingredient and, once again, there is a change a’comin’! As I write this, we are sitting in a motel in Harlingen,TX, having completed an … Continue reading

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