Saw the Alamo, and now we're driving to an outlet mall to return something.

So, returning one item turned into christmas shopping. Sam is tired. Sam wishes he had iphone for entertainment.

Almost bought a Beckham jersey, but it was a little too expensive.

Eating at Boudros on the Riverwalk.

on the San Antonio riverwalk boat tour.

We just stopped at Buc-ee's, a weird gas station with a crazy mascot. 50 miles to SanAn.

Gift cards: the easiest way to tell someone that they aren't worth the shopping time.

Driving to San Antonio in a borrowed BMW 745li. It's big. And fast. And comfortable.

Texas Tragedies: suburban sprawl, AC always, lots sizes are tiny, recycling is a pain (if it happens at all)

Volunteering at my brother's church. Organizing donated food, toys, and clothes.