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good times, 2017
We’re home, we’re cold (it’s 20 degrees this morning) and we’re a tiny bit weary. But boy, did we have fun. Our 3 1/2 hour layover in D.C. was spent at a restaurant we’d tried before, on December 31’s return … Continue reading
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saturday in the bleachers
I’m not a bleacher fan and didn’t go prepared with cushions or portable back rests, but Banjo Man and I sat for SEVEN HOURS AND FIFTEEN MINUTES on a metal bench at Threadgill’s backyard on Saturday. Even though we arrived … Continue reading
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one margarita, two margarita
It was Friday afternoon. I was thirsty. My grandson was nowhere around. The music was fabulous. And that’s all I’m going to say about that.
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new fans
An afternoon at Lucy’s Fried Chicken means lots of new music and hours of people-watching, along with margaritas and chicken tenders, of course. This sign is everywhere! The Bullock Museum gift shop had it on pot holders and t-shirts. Here … Continue reading
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king of texas blues
Stevie Ray Vaughan: He’s a hero, a legend and a much-loved musician here in Texas. And on Tuesday morning Son #1, the Funny Grandson and I went to the “Pride & Joy: the Texas Blues of Stevie Ray Vaughan” … Continue reading
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habaneros and sxsw food
If you’re hungry for Mexican food, there’s a little place on W. Oltorf in South Austin that has the best! This is Will’s favorite food in Austin (aside from where he works at Terry Black’s Barbecue, of course!). Banjo Man and Son … Continue reading
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our own crane
If you are six years old and your grandparents are having a new air conditioning unit installed and that involved hiring a crane then you put on your hard hat and your construction vest and you watch the show. The … Continue reading
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seen around town
We assumed this was a taxi, but then realized that in Austin this could be a personal car. Or a donut delivery machine. Lovely painting on the side of the corner gas station. Free advertising for Teddy.
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scenes from sunday
The Purgatory Players Sunday Gospel Brunch has moved from the Strange Brew Coffeehouse to El Mercado, right around the corner from us on South First. It was our first time at this venue and we had a great time … Continue reading
texas heat
It’s snowing in Rhode Island, but we’re in Texas! My friend Barbara just called to find out where I was. “We’re having a little blizzard here,” she said. “You should be happy to be in Texas.” I am. Very happy. … Continue reading
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is there any more pie? 