I attended an event at the Asian American Resource Center again today. Here are some photos from the outside and from the rock garden atrium in the center of the facility.
Tag Archives: Texas
Ney Day
Today in Austin there was a festival to celebrate Elizabet Ney – “Ney Day”. There were artists, live music, fruit slushes, and tours of the Elizabet Ney Museum. The 100 degree heat made it tough for a festival, but everyone still had fun.
Hiking with Fish
I have returned to my new favorite pastime for beating the afternoon Summer heat in Austin. Yes, hiking in another section of Bull Creek. The water is clear and cool and typically no more than waist deep. However, there are a few swimming holes to enjoy if you like. The fish are both curious and friendly too. 🙂
Cartel Land
If you live in a place that is relatively free of corruption, and the government supports the rule of law, be thankful. This film will take you to places that you don’t want to be. It is a lesson in humanity, both good and bad – but real.
“I really quickly realized the lines between good and evil are quite blurry. The story ended up going to places I never dreamed of.” – Matt Heineman, Director of the documentary
Emma Long Metropolitan Park
After work today, I walked along the shoreline of Emma Long Metropolitan Park and then beat the heat by going for a sunset swim. The summertime people were out in full force.
Pennybacker Bridge II
Here are some sunset photos of the Pennybacker Bridge. I stopped to enjoy the view on my way home this evening.
Bastille Day Party
Celebrating an early Bastille Day or La FĂŞte nationale at the French Legation Museum and grounds in Austin. There is a replica of the Eiffel Tower, live music, food, and drink. Enjoy!
Pelon’s Tex-Mex Restaurant
My afternoon plans were to attend the “Quesoff” at the Mohawk in downtown Austin. These plans were squashed when I showed up about thirty minutes early and the line went down the block and wrapped up the hill from there with no end in sight. Apparently, queso contests are extremely popular on beautiful sunny days in Austin. So, instead, I checked into Pelon’s for some brunch. This place is nice with a gorgeuos deck and groovy air-conditioned interior. The food needs a little work, but the location is perfect and the staff was great. See you next year, queso judging party!
Bull Creek
This evening, instead of hiking the trail alongside Bull Creek, I waded my way upstream from Bull Creek District Park. It was a lot of fun and the water was beautiful thanks to all the rains we have experienced this year in Austin. I need to take more hikes like this in the near future. 🙂
Tortuga Flats Mexican Icehouse
My friend had a going away party this evening at Tortuga Flats in Round Rock. He’s not really going too far as it turns out, but just moving from one organization at work to our organization. I think we look for excuses to drink nice, tasty margaritas too much. Oh, and by the way, this place has a nice Happy Hour!
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