What a great week this has been! For the past 3 days we have enjoyed an outstanding visit with our relatives in San Antonio, Patricia and David. On the first day, we ventured out on a 40 minute river cruise which took us through the San Antonio river and adjoining canals and showed off the stupendous architecture and the vibrant lifestyle on the river. That afternoon also saw us take the wrong trolley bus, which toured us around in circles and finally let us off at the Alamo, which was going to be on our "to do" list for the next day. It turns out that the Alamo doesn't have guided tours and the big attraction is simply to look at the fort. So we did. And took pictures. Then it was off to Patty and Dave's for a 4 course meal which was delicious!
We were too exhausted to do much on day 2, so Patty and Dave came out for the evening for a pizza dinner. Patty brought along her unbelievable lemon pie topped with marshmallow fluff. Calories cling to you just by inhaling in the same vicinity.
Today we toured some of the gorgeous old mansions in the downtown core, then went for a late lunch at Mi Tierra which was somewhat decorated for Christmas already. RRR tried authentic Mexican food for the first time. She was a bit leery of the guacamole but, in true pioneer spirit, she ate it and then ordered a plate of enchiladas with pollo (chicken) and mole (spicy cocoa based sauce). We then spent the afternoon at El Mercado, a funky Mexican market place where RRR showed remarkable restraint in her purchases.The day was capped by a gift of fresh, home-baked pecan square made by the indomitable Patty. Nui is a bit concerned that she is not going to fit behind the wheel when we leave tomorrow.
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