More of what IT entails...

So, we finished up our round, but not before Alton had to depart our company to pick up a couple of things for the missus. Jeremy and I actually hit quite a few shots, but couldn't quite finish the round before daylight left our company.

We boogied to Alton's house and kinda of chille dout for a bit. Anton [sic] was there, and I got to meet him, get acquainted with Danielle and Cade, and change before departing for another friend's house.

22st Later PM - So we ventured further north of Austin (I don't know exactly where, so don't ask right now) to Tony's house. A nice neighborhood, as we got out of the vehicles, a few house down, James (who I would meet later) beckoned us over. We never quite left his garage, where a heated game of Beer Pong would ensue throughout the cold night. While I could go on and on about all the crazy things inebrieated people do (or don't...), let's just leave it at a couple of choice keywords: projectile, "That's done", peanut oil, spillage, smoke, Legend, Romo, Jeremy & Spoken for Women, Environmentalists, Tasers (no joke, safetly counts!), and hospitality of friends.

23nd - Left Alton's early, hopped onto MoPac and south to big bro's house. Wasn't nearly as far as I thought and very easy to find. Stayed for few minutes, then departed. Interesting, saw a CSI van down by the park, probably investigating a death of some sorts. Sad nonetheless. Stopped to get a bite at Mickey D's, but had to run back because Nelson forgot his wallet. Made good time and mileage to Waco. Mom was receptive, as was Chris and Tayari. Alex was stone cold out from a wedding and Stacy was with her dad. It was nice cathcing up with them. I don't get to see my mom nearly enough, but when I do , it's always nice. The kids are growing up and seem big and strong. Perhaps most telling in this visit was how receptive all the kids were to each other. Often times, I feel like an outsider looking in when I visit with them. I don't blame them, but this time it felt a bit different, a more warm feeling, just more receptive. Nice. I got to play Rock Band, and OMG! Freakin' awesome. When you have four people just going at it, the fun and hilarity of it all just forms this whole ball of fun that rivals almost anything else out there. If you haven't, get out there and try it. Just once at least. You won't be let down. I don't divulge too much about the visit. It was nice all in all. Memories to stay with me.

24th - Onward to home! Had to leave Nelson in Austin, but always, visiting with him is nice. Long and lonely trip home, but keeping the kids in mind gave me motivation to drive safe to see them. Over 500 miles in four days will tire anyone out, and it took a few days to catch up on it, but it was definitely worth it (braggin rights alone is nice...). Christmas Eve was nice; Dylan made an excellent king and the presents weren't too shabby either. Hope you and yours have a wonderful holiday and upcoming new year.

Cheers from South TX,

The Mert