Queen Bee's Tea Room, Ingram Texas

Not far from San Antonio, in Ingram, TX, just outside of Kerrville, is the best Tea House I've ever been to. Every trip to Queen Bee's Tea House is a special occasion. The tables are set with fine china, lovely lace tablecloths, and the tea pots are brimming with the most delicious aromas. This place is more than a good restaurant; it is a lot of fun. The owners, John & Bridget Dale make everyone feel special with their bubbly personalities and attention to quality, personal service. The hats, gloves and boas are conveniently placed for those silly moments when dress-up is in order for pictures! You are encouraged to linger and browse through the tea house as everything there is for sale! It is a rare trip to Queen Bee's that we don't come home with a memento. My daughter has celebrated her last 3 birthdays at Queen Bee's Tea House! It's a wonderful afternoon with the ladies of the family, real quality time, and perfect for making an ordinary celebration one that has become a tradition. Queen Bee's Tea House is one of the best kept secrets of the area...give it a try...you'll be back time and time again.

Riding, Roping and Lots of Fun

Both my daughters love horses. Are there any girls out there that don't?! The main picture on this blog is of the girls riding their Aunt and Uncle's horses in a roping arena, trotting around while the "cowboys" take turns roping calves! Once all the calves have gone through the shoot and run to the opposite end of the arena, they help push the cattle back to the shoots, by riding behind the calves and steering them back down the arena's alley so the guys can send the calves back through and try their hand at roping over and over. It's a blast for the girls and good, old fashioned healthy outdoor fun. Where but in Texas can you enjoy the evening and actually take a snap shot like this? San Antonio has so much to offer to anyone who loves the outdoors and horses. Right now, my youngest is taking English riding lessons and learning the finer points of horsemanship. Okay, the question now is; how long before Mom gives in and actually purchases a horse...I'm trying to hold out but...