House Watching almost done

It was fun in Houston, but now that my sister is back from her vacation, it is time to go back to San Antonio.
I'll make the last few preparations for the trip west by tomorrow.
I learned a lot about alternative housing and my goal of having a solar home is stronger than ever.
I found this earthship community out in Taos New Mexico. Lots of things to learn!
Got all excited and probably would end up volunteering if they will have me and if I have the time.

Further food blogs

Having shrimp fettucini today at lunch. From scratch. First time. I went out of the house and checked if they had parsley growing in the back yard. There was some mint leaves, squash and a stunted tomato plant. That's about it. Then I remembered to run back and found out I burned the garlic simmering in butter. had to repeat, but it was worth it. Yummy shrimp fetuccini... what's next for tonight? Maybe I'll just eat up what's left of the tuna salad mix that I did... make that into a croissant sandwich... we'll see.
Have a good day, everyone!

A good little feast

I treated myself to a little lobster feast tonight. Of course, when are my mealtimes never a feast? This one is extra special, though.
Got steamed broccoli and carrots paired with creamed spinach and of course the lobster tails with melted lemon butter sauce.

A nice break from my usual turkey, vegetable croissant sandwiches and chicken tortilla soups...

Back in the US of A!

Well! I have been back in the US of A for a while now! 2 weeks and counting. :)
It's been a frenetic time so I did not have any moment to update this.

I attended a show in Dallas and then quickly drove down to SA to pick up Great White. Then, it was off to Houston to house sit for my sister. It's kinda nice to have a stick and brick for a short time, but even as I walk around this neighborhood, I cannot help but feel alienated by the strangeness of it all.

It just reinforces my belief that I won't be getting one of these things in my future. Too much upkeep and work to be done all the time on it! Cut grass, water lawns... some people enjoy that, but not me.

I've about had it after a week of doing this.
Luckily, it's been raining a bit so I am saved doing the lawn hosing... Still, gotta do it tomorrow to keep my sister's plants healthy.

The only plants I mean to grow in the future are plants that are actually useful (vegetables and stuff). All this maintaining for appearance just irks me... such a waste of my time.

Anyway, that aside, it's been great.
Have the place to myself which is always a plus. Running around town checking out the grocery items and meeting folks in coffee shops (my cousin just drove through).

Doing work while hiding out here. It's nice but I will be ready to ship out fairly soon.
this gives me plenty of ideas for my future home.

Will drive back to SA in about 2 weeks' time.

Good night, America!