Erica and Debbie Reunite

Having last seen each other almost THREE years ago, Erica and I were thrilled that pandemic life had gotten to a point where it was comfortable to hug and reunite once more. Erica is leaving Texas to her next adventure out west in California, so I was grateful to squeeze in a visit before she left.

We began at the Austin Botanical Gardens, which was a new experience for both of us.

When we were trying to take a picture of the map, but the camera was facing us, we knew what to do.

When Erica thought she could pet the koi fish, but they ain't no dummies.

We loved the water features around the gardens!

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Following the Botanical Gardens (and a scumptious lunch), we ventured on to Barton Springs for a very cool dip.


Having been my birthday a week earlier, Erica brought me WHITE chocolate covered strawberries, and they were DELICIOUS!

Even the little guys could be bribed into a cheesy picture with the help of some sweet strawberries.

And finally, while Erica was supposed to drive back the couple hours at night, she spent the night. That was not actually a surprise and is pretty normal (for us). The next day, we purchased our traditional McDonald's vanilla cone. Also not a surprise and is pretty normal (for us). The new part was enjoying it around 8:00 in the morning. 🙄🤪😋😎

Until next adventure!