Easter Sunday Riding Fitzhugh Road in the Texas Hill Country

“Fitzhugh Road” Dripping Springs, 2026

I took Kiki out for a ride on Easter Sunday through Fitzhugh Road in Dripping Springs. 🏍️ There was no traffic, which made the twisty hill country roads even better. Rain was threatening the whole time and eventually caught up with me halfway through, and it was pretty chilly, but honestly it was still a great ride. It’s hard to beat the Texas Hill Country on a Sunday!

“Fitzhugh Road” Dripping Springs, 2026
“Dry Crossing” Dripping Springs, 2026

Tex-Mex Night at Mama Betty’s

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“Plato Cocinero” Austin, 2026

We went out tonight for some Tex-Mex at Mama Betty’s. 🍽️ I ordered the Plato Cocinero — beef enchiladas topped with tender beef fajita strips and a sunny side up egg. Really good. We started with queso flameado, which was a great way to kick things off. Not the healthiest meal — everything was a little salty and greasy — but it’s a treat we don’t indulge in very often, and it hit the spot.

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“Queso Flameado” Austin, 2026

As Seen in the Neighborhood

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“Rose” Cedar Park, 2026

While out on my run today, I spotted these roses in someone’s front garden and just had to stop for a photo. 🌹 They are so pretty. Whoever tends that garden is doing a wonderful job.

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“Roses” Cedar Park, 2026

Turtle Chips

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“Turtle Chips” Cedar Park, 2026

A couple of friends told me to grab the sweet corn Turtle Chips from H-Mart, so I finally did. Good call, friends. 🌽 The shape gives them this really satisfying crunch, and the flavor is spot-on – sweet corn, a little creamy, like corn soup in chip form. Excellent!

Sunset Ride

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“Kiki” Cedar Park, 2026

Kiki and I headed out for an evening ride to catch some cool air and a sunset. 🌅 The timing worked out perfectly. I really do love these quick rides close to home.

“Sunset Ride” Cedar Park, 2026
Photo info: Apple iPhone 15 Pro, 2.6900000572505mm, f/1.9, 1/40 sec, ISO320
“Me and Kiki” Cedar Park, 2026