July Adventures

I took the boys for a short lived nature walk behind our house. 

On our way to visit college friends we stopped at Town Lake in Austin.

The boys enjoyed throwing rocks into the water.

Days later, on our way back home, we went to the Arboretum in Austin and played on the life sized cow statues. Yes they are wearing the same clothes but I had under-packed for the long weekend and they were freshly washed. I promise. 

They were all sugared up on their first taste of cheesecake so they had lots of sillies to work out before we got back in the car.

While I ran up to the restroom Matt attempted a quick photo shoot with the boys. I may be partial but I think these are just the cutest stinkin boys ever!

Port Aransas - Finally!

Just up from naps and hanging out on the porch.

Who can count the rolls?

An evening swim just before bed.

Connor caught onto how to fill his bucket with water very quickly.

Pouring out his full bucket - for the 967th time.

It takes control to keep a squirmy toddler still for a picture!

Does anyone else see a color difference here?
I'm thinking my children have my husband's skin!

Picking out some shades before hitting the waves!

Ahhh! Thankfully Uncle Jake saved Connor from the jaws of death! (Also known as the side entrance to a souvenir shop.)



One very sweet and happy baby!

The boys - minus Cam. He just stuck to swimming at the pool.

Last Chance Getaway

Before Cameron's arrival Matt & I wanted to get away for a little time to ourselves. Matt did some research and found this great inn (The Inn Above Onion Creek) outside of Kyle. I was a little skeptical, not being a huge fan of bed and breakfasts, but then again neither is my husband. The drive out there and then the long, narrow winding road up to the inn (in the rain) both left something to be desired but once we actually arrived, I was sold! I was really blow away. Everything was this perfect blend of rustic & opulent. The buildings, architecture and decor were all very rustic and somewhat rugged while the furnishings, amenities and dining were wonderfully luxurious!
We went on Thursday night and enjoyed a wonderful 3 course dinner including Eggplant Caponata on Crostini, Blackened Tilapia with Shrimp Etoufee, Cheese Grits, Wilted Spinach with Prosciutto and finally Strawberry & Champagne Terrine (the best strawberry shortcake I've ever tasted!)
We spent time reading and playing cards in front of our stone fire place, with a roaring fire. I enjoyed a jacuzzi bubble bath and slept in an amazing feather bed. In the morning Matt enjoyed choosing from a large variety of teas while I chose coffee (decaf). Then we dined on fresh breakfast breads, cut fruit and granola, a spinach & pancetta frittata, yogurt with berries, cinnamon raisin toast and of course fresh squeezed orange juice.
We went for a walk the next morning (in the mud) to the overlook and checked out the creek which due to all the rain would really qualify as a river.
It was so great to get away and enjoy each other for just a little while. I was able to remember that I still think he's pretty great. I like the one I chose!

Here are a few pictures I took and a couple that I got off of their website. I HIGHLY recommend you take a weekend away with your spouse and I HIGHLY recommend you go to The Inn Above Onion Creek!

The main building which housed some guest rooms upstairs, the dining room, library and office.

In the dining room, after dinner. (28 weeks)

On our shared porch. (We had 2 private ones.)

Our amazing feather bed!

We had a jacuzzi tub and a very large walk in shower.
Plus those chairs and ottoman were very comfy!

Our over sized fireplace.

The doors to our room were old stable doors, so we opened them up and let the fresh air in!

(These are from their website.) We stayed in the building on the right.

A gazebo with table & chairs in the vegetable & herb garden.

We did not get to enjoy the pool as it was about 45 degrees
and raining most of the time we were there.