A Day in the City

In contrast to our day in the Texas countryside on Monday, Tuesday we headed into the city of Houston. Tom & Jeanne had to leave for home and Kathy & Dan headed to Galveston to meet up with Dan's work counterpart for lunch. The rest of us took a ride through Hermann Park, past Reliant Stadium, through the Medical Complex where the grounds and flowers were in full bloom. Our visit to River Oaks was exquisite with all the azaleas dressed out for the occasion. Our destination was Minute Maid park for the final tour of the day.

We had a bit of trouble because they tell you to park one place but you have to enter another which is half way around the park. But we finally all made it and took a terrific tour. If you ever have a chance, visit this park. From comments I have heard from several people, this is one of the top parks in the nation. Our guide was fun, well versed and loud. No struggling to hear what she had to say. Dave decided this was the best part of the trip for him.

Everyone headed out of town before the traffic got too bad and we ended up at Mel's Country Cafe in Tomball. I don't think you would stop to eat here if you were just passing by but it's an institution in this part of the woods and it impressed everyone. Most everyone came staggering out needing to take a long walk. Kevin picked up the bill for all of us and we thanked him. We've had a nice mix of eating out and eating in.

We went to the waterway area of The Woodlands and walked around the waterfalls and along the waterway. It was such a beautiful night and the setting was just lovely. As it got dark, we split up with goodbyes because everyone is leaving today and we're not sure who will see who this morning.

Another Wii bowling game broke out. I know I didn't win but I'm not sure who did. I was keeping an eye on Dancing With The Stars but never did see who was eliminated. Everyone turned in fairly early after a long and wonderful last day with the family. It will be hard to say goodbye.