The Silos

Tim took Sarah and I to the airport last Monday, and then he headed, with Kyle and Kamryn, to visit his mom in Florida!  

Sarah and I have never been on a trip with just the two of us.  We are very companionable and she is a delight.  I am enjoying the lovely young woman she is becoming.  What a blessed woman I am.

We had to stop at Whataburger for some late dinner!  It was yummy, and started our Texas experience off to the best start!

The next morning we hit the road.  This was the beginning of a three day road trip to see all the favorite places, and must sees in the Texas Hill Country.

My sweet friend Amy.  We are different in many ways, but from the first time we met God tied our heartstrings.  We both only have brothers, so we've become each others' sister!

First up Waco.  On a Tuesday morning, the week after Thanksgiving it was busy but not crazy.

We found parking right on the street across from the bakery and here is the sight that we saw.

This great sign is on the side of the bakery, and there is lovely seating in this courtyard area.

Someone kindly offered to take our photo all together.  After this we headed into the store!

We loved the use of lyrics from Christmas hymns and songs throughout the store.

I took this photo as we headed into the lower section of the store.

Because they get so many guests every year, we found that while some sections of the store were unique, much of the merchandise repeats around the store.  Its only to be expected, or you'd never be able to see everything.

There was so much inspiration for me every where!

We bought a few things, and then headed back outside.  It was a gorgeous day.

The stage is in front of the silos, here on the right.  They had some Christmas trees and greens there, but they didn't look like they were ready to sell.

 This pavilion and 'grassy' area are across from the silos.  Its where you see people when there is a concert.

 It was pure Magnolia style.  I love the way the Chip and Joanna are giving inspiration to people for their homes and families.  Its part of that Texas spirit I think.

The bakery wasn't too crowded but we had to wait about 10 minutes to get inside.  We got to chose what we wanted while we waited and that made the line inside go quickly.

 Ally and Sarah.  They hadn't seen each other for about three years, but they write each other.  They had so much fun together.  Amy and I loved hearing their laughter!

I was focused on the lemon lavender and let me tell you

It did not disappoint!

After this we went to their originals store on Bosque and found a few items.  Then we went by Harp Design Co.

This was my favorite thing...

We didn't visit all the amazing stores in Waco.  Not enough time, as we were headed out to Salado, and Austin, next.

I'll be back with more from our trip tomorrow!