document life: Texas family vacation

Texas Hill Country.

T and I arrived in San Antonio first. We picked up the minivan and headed out to find a brewpub for lunch. After several unsuccessful attempts, we found a place with both ice cold beer and food. Ah, vacation started.

We picked up the rest of the family at the airport upon arrival and headed out to hill country - somewhere between San Antonio and Austin.

Someone fit right in ....

Since it was a month or so ago, and I didn't write anything down, I may not accurately remember all the specifics. I'll try my best.

The warmest weather was the first few days we were there, so naturally we spent some time at the pool. The kids loved it ....I think the adults kind of did too, considering the winter we had.

Easter Sunday some of us golfed at a course nearby - Canyon Lake. The condition of the course and rental clubs were questionable, but it was nice to be out on the course.

Most nights we had games of scratch, and some other normal activities ....like trying to balance a pineapple on your head.

Another nice day came along, so the guys decided to play golf at a nice course, The Bandit, while the gals explored a nearby town, Gruene.

Gruene is the home of the oldest dance hall in Texas. And a super tasty restaurant, The Gristmill. Did I mention that I ate ALOT of BBQ while in Texas?

After lunch, we explored the town more. It is clear that everything is bigger in Texas.

T looooves The Bandit. We went back and played it again later in the week.

A rainy day came along so we decided to head to Austin. But first we stopped for more BBQ at the world famous The Salt Lick BBQ.

With full bellies, we headed in to Austin. We checked out the State Capital, both inside and out, where there was a Sea World exhibit. Cool! Then we headed over to 6th Street and saw all the music venues.

Another rainy day? Another city to explore: San Antonio. The rain was really coming down, so we headed to lunch along the Riverwalk. Luckily it let up a bit after lunch, so we headed to The Alamo and spent some more time along the Riverwalk before heading back home.