Waxing Nostalgic at Free Play
I’ve never been much of a gamer. While the other kids my age hunched over joysticks at Putt-Putt or drooled over their Nintendos, fingers...
Choose Your Own Wine-venture
I’m no wine snob. I do enjoy a nice bottle shared among friends more than just about anything. I’ve also enjoyed seeing the healthy...
Wild Acre’s Thunder Hug Rulz
“So, I heard we’re getting drunk tomorrow …”
While my brother-in-law posed this with a wink and a metaphorical rib-nudge, he was not, in fact,...
Play Hard, Party Harder at Rangers Republic
Upon arrival to Rangers Republic –– the newest addition to Texas Live!, the massive entertainment complex adjacent to the new Globe Life Field and...
Rahr to the Rescue
Nearly three years ago, I adopted a puppy. She was the runt of the litter, a piteous mutt with dark, eyebrow-like whiskers above her...
Down the Hatch
I didn’t expect to like The Shot Cellar (931 Foch St, 817-386-3561). A gimmicky liquor emporium in a congested part of town known for...
Cheers and Beers to Sleigh the Season
Whoever claimed this as “the most wonderful time of the year” obviously did not grow up in a dysfunctional family. ’Tis the season for...
Low-Key Vibes Only
In high school, I attended precisely three house parties. Though many have classified me as a social butterfly, I wasn’t aloof enough to be...
Don’t Drive By, Dive In
We all have a bar or three that is entirely familiar. Perhaps we walk the dog by the place each day. Maybe we drive...
Concrete Cowboy Up
As soon as you walk in, it is evident that Concrete Cowboy Kitchen + Cocktails is already one of the choicest spots in all...