An old German town in the Hills of Texas

We spent the weekend with Bill’s folks in “The Hills” of Texas.  Our little retreat that they have prepared up there for their family members is really wonderful.  Yes, it is very isolating.  Yes, there are bugs. Yes, once on the land, you must go through 3 gates to get to the house.  It is in the middle of prime Texas land and access to the world is quite a drive…..and that is one reason we go. To get away from it all.

I have some photos, but first in answer to the e-mails I have not been able to get to yet…..yes, I had my last day of full time work, and am so happy!  I spent today catching up on laundry, paying bills and best of all, spending time with my kids.  Life is sweet.  I am taking a break for a couple of weeks, then will sign up for a few shifts each month.  It will be nice trailer travel money. 

On with the photos.

Mama Mia loves being with her Nanny cooking in the little ranch house.

In the kitchen with Nanny 

Papa and Mia bonding

I love you Papa 

Mia with her Papa 

Glorious leaves in Texas

Gorgeous leaves 

Christmas decor is out on Main Street

Christmas is in bloom in the Hill Country 

The best part of shopping is slipping into a German bakery.  Mmmmm

German bakery 

Even dingos like to ride in cars

Even dingos like to ride in cars 

Parting shot……..check out all the loot on the counters that Nanny stocks the house with.  I leave there stuffed to the hilt.

Peek-a-boo