Busy couple weeks for the Strehlo Fam. Posted a good amount of pics so i'll just write under the captions if that's alright with everyone.
The little man celebrated his 3rd birthday on 9-4. He's getting too old. We went to Sam's Club and picked out a star wars cake for his birthday party. No less than 5 hours later he changed his mind and Sam made this "mermaid" cake for the pre party festivities.
Carson, Max, and Martin. That's about as close as your going to get for all of them smiling and looking at the camera.
Carson & Max opening presents. He got quite the haul. So far I think his favorites are all the legos and the transformer action figure. That could change in 2 weeks though.
The star wars cake. It's a little shocking to me that Star Wars has had this long of a run. Fat Albert died off years ago.
Enjoying a little snack.
Next it was off to Austin TX for Sam and myself. We got there on Thursday afternoon (sorry, no pics of that day). This was a shot from the top of mount bonnell overlooking Lake Austin.
Eating at the Shady Grove. Lot of local restaurants in the Austin Area, didn't find a lot of chains at all, which was a nice change of pace from Woodbury. Everyone likes eating outside there too, which is a little wierd, considering it was like 100 degrees every day. It wasn't horrible in the shade though.
Swimming at Barton Springs Pool. It is a spring generated pool so the water is always stays about 68 degrees year round. Even on a hot day that's chilly, but it felt good.
Sam soaking in the rays. I guess you are allowed to go topless in Austin too. We didn't see anything scandalous though. Sam wanted to get the ball rolling but luckily I stopped her.
We stopped by Sam's cousins house on Friday night and visited with Neil, Katie, and their daughter Sibley. It was nice catching up with them since we haven't seen them in a few years and it was our first time meeting Sibley.
Austin City Hall
Hot Mama's! We went down before the Longhorn football game to check out the tailgating. It was pretty nuts down there. Lot's of RV's, grilling out, some live entertainment.
Cigarette Machine. Hadn't seen one of those in about 15 years, had to document it.
Me & Lindsay on the Jackalope at the bar on Saturday. Not sure who has the funnier face. 6th street was pretty crazy on Saturday night. Lot's of bars and most were pretty packed. We behaved ourselves though and were home somewhat early. Even heard some Ween at one bar and then broke down the discography with some dude at the bar. I think he thought I was the coolest dude ever.
Decked out in our Longhorn gear.
Lot's of exercise on Saturday night. We decided to take a pedicab a few blocks. It's still pretty hot at night and he can tell the guy was working up a good sweat.
BFFs, Special thanks to Lindsay for her hospitality this trip. Also for the grandparents taking care of Max.
There are tons of trailers down there that serve food. I think hands down this was Sam's favorite. It was a doughnut trailer.
Lindsay with her concoction.
Sam's doughnut covered with chocolate and oreo's.
Lindsay had us go to her fitness class with her on Saturday. Packed class and of course I was the only dude in there. Someone had to whip those ladies into shape though. Our abs are still sore.We didn't feel as bad stuffing our face.
The cowgirl. She got some boots down there, but the hat is a surprise for someone else.
Our last night we went down to the Salt Lick for some BBQ. Not going to lie, it was delicious. The place was huge too, must fit like 700 people on a busy night. Luckily it was much less than that and got to eat right away. I was about to burst for about 20 min. after the meal. They had some live music that night as well. The guy playing was going on 7 hours and asked if anyone wanted to come up and play or sing while he played. Of course the ladies volunteered me to go. I did okay, played 4 or 5 songs.
Lindsay and Sam with Jenn and Anne.It was a good trip but it's nice to be back in MN with the fam.
Clip of the week, an oldie but a goodie. Just catchy
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