Spice Up Your Life!

We've had so much growth lately with our spices... I thought it to be time for another green thumb update! While we are well under our 70 day marker, it is clear to see that many of our spices have already begun to thrive.... while others may take a little more time.

Currently our basil has just really begun to grow (as shown above). The cilantro (not chives as I had previously and incorrectly mentioned) has flourished so much that we have actually taken it out of the four-sectioned holder to give it a bit more room. We will be purchasing its own pot shortly... maybe this will give our chives and oregano a chance:) ha!

As you can see... the cilantro has pretty much taken over its pot... pictured below.

Side view of Cilantro

We have even been able to use some of our spices (cilantro) in our cooking. Ray made a very tasty tortilla soup. The Cilantro was AMAZING! I can't wait for more growth of our wonderful spices. This gives me more hope that we may truly have our own garden in time!

Tortilla Soup topped with Cilantro

More pics and posts to come!

Love,
Alicia

Days of Play: Go USA, Fort Worth Funtivities, Pups in Polka Dots, & Updates!

Lunch Date in Dallas

This past Thursday, Kristin and Bryson met me at work for a fun lunch date in Dallas. We dinned at OTB and boy was it tastey. What a special time with such sweet friends. Bryson has gotten to be such a big boy. He's so inquisitive and sure had most of the wait staff making sweet faces in his direction as well as commenting about how big he was for being six months old. He even got his very own kids menu with crayons. It might be a bit early... but such a sweet touch. Kristin thank you for such a fun day. I always love catching up with you and your sweet family. Cannot wait to do it again soon:) You both sure made my day!!!

Weekend Updates:
This past Friday night began with a quiet evening at home. While I was not a fan, it was definitely time to catch up on some grown up duties including... cleaning and tons of laundry! But it was ok because Saturday was right around the corner and would soon bring a few planned funtivities in Fort Worth.

Pups in Polka Dots!

Saturday morning while Ray and Michael were busy completing their monthly half marathon at White Rock, (Yes in the 90+ degree summer heat), I stayed home with the pups. We definitely enjoyed some puppy play time... and of course a small trip outside... when I returned, I realized that Mattie must have gotten in a ton of mud as she tried to clean it right on the couch... nope... it was bath time! So what is a furbaby mama to do?... take tons of pictures of course! Ha!

The many sleepy faces of Toby!

Sweet girl after her bath!

Early Saturday afternoon when Ray returned from his run, we quickly got ready for our day trip to Fort Worth. What a trooper my husband is. I couldn't imagine running 13.1 miles then spending a day walking around outside to enjoy city sites. At noon we had arrived in Fort Worth.

Fort Worth Funtivities

We watched the USA Soccer Game
at the Flying Saucer!

Enjoying some drinks!

Ray watching the game & celebrating good times!

Dinned on bar food! They definitely had some very yummy
chicken nachos! (Boy were they hot. Ha!)

After a good yet a sadly disappointing game... we left the Saucer and headed over to Schakolad Chocolate Factory! What an amazing place! They had so many different types of fudge and chocolate covered treats. So for dessert we ordered a few including the chocolate covered cheesecake, chocolate pretzel, and chocolate champagne truffle. I would highly recommend them all (especially the chocolate covered cheesecake... yum!)

After dessert we then headed around down town Fort Worth!

Beautiful Fountains!

Tarrant County Court House

Historic Building

Down Town streets of Fort Worth,TX

The Zellner exploring the city!

Fort Worth Stockyards!

This weekend was definitely filled with fun summer activities. I have loved soaking in the extra time, spending wonderful time with friends, and planning fun day trips to wherever. Life is absolutely an adventure and while each day may take its own course... it's fun having loved ones to travel with! I wish you all such a wonderful summer and upcoming 4th of July Holiday! What are some of your fun in the sun activities?

Sprouting Roots!

Look at our spices!!! Well we are doing something truly amazing with our chives... but it looks like some of the others might be taking the back seat. Our basil has officially started to root as well as some other minor changes are occurring with our oregano and cilantro. More updates to come... but first a bigger pot might be necessary! Ha!

On Sunday, we had such a great time with our ABF at the Heights Baptist Church. I absolutely missed all of our sweet friends. After an amazing service, a large group met up at Freebirds for some tasty food and catch up of course for our last Sunday lunch! It was such a great time to see everyone. I absolutely look forward to many more ABF activities... speaking of activities... our ABF will be attending a Rangers game in late July. Looking forward to many more posts and pics to come:)

I hope you have enjoyed the weekend updates! Have such a wonderful start to your week and I look forward to catching up with you as always:)

Love,
Alicia

Dog Sitting, 80's Movie Marathon, Green Thumbs, & Father's Day!

This past weekend was definitely an adventure but oh so much fun! This weekend we had the opportunity to puppy sit for some dear friends. Bella was such a sweet puppy and added a fun mix to our current furbaby group. From puppy play time, to a walk to the puppy park, to long lazy days inside... we had a very fun few days at home. Here are some pictures of the pups during our play time and puppy sitting weekend.

The many faces of Bella

Toby and Bella playing with Bella's Wubba!

I promise no Wubba's or stuffed animals were hurt during this play time. But we may have to go out and purchase one for our little boy. He sure was in love:)

Our little boy and girl:)

Puppy Park w/ the Hubs and all three Pups!

After I returned home from the bridal shower, Ray and I decided to walk the puppies over to the small puppy park at our apartment. But in this heat, the puppies were more excited about relaxing and exploring under the shade of the trees... until a stick was brought into the picture. A few fetches had been made but with the heat of the summer sun we all returned home to enjoy some cooling A/C and more time of rest and relaxation.

While spending a few nights in with the pups, Ray and I had decided that we would have an 80's Movie Marathon. We enjoyed some pretty amazing favorites including Weird Science, 16 Candles, Teen Wolf, Say Anything, and A Fish Called Wanda. Another Movie Marathon will have to be in the works very soon:)

In regards to Father's Day, I would love to take the opportunity to tell all of the amazing Father's out there to have such a wonderful day and for us to thank you for all that you've done and for all that you have given to us. I wish I could celebrate with a few very special ones out there... but wish them such a wonderful day and all the love in the world. This was just a perfect cartoon for today:) Ha!

Owen at BJs with the Zellner family in Sugar Land.

This is how my two favorite boys celebrated their Sunday...

... a relaxing day at home!

Green Thumb Update: More growth has been taking place over the last few days for our spices and tomato plant. More little sprouts are beginning to peek out. I cannot wait to see where they'll be in 70 days.

So with all this activity, I am one exhausted lady... but tonight it'll be a fun night just the hubs and I, a good dinner, and an early bed time. Ha! So.... I hope you've enjoyed such a wonderful weekend filled with your own amazing adventures. Until next post.

Love,
Alicia