So here we are in Austin, the illustrious Texan capital. We drove in this evening from San Antonio, so we haven't seen much yet. We did, however, do quite a bit of sightseeing in San Antonio. We started our day by visiting Mission Conception, one of the four San Antonio missions that make up the Missions National Park. We walked around and saw the old churches that were used to convert the South Texan Indians to Christianity in the 1700s. It was interesting to see the way of life and all of the history that happened within the walls. We visited Mission San Jose, the "Queen of Missions," before heading into San Antonio center.
Starving, we made our way into the city, in search of what else but good old Tex Mex food. We made our way down to the Riverwalk, which is indeed as cool as people say it is! We found Original Mexican Restaurant, where we enjoyed some of the best Mexican food I have ever had! With full stomachs we wandered down the banks of the river which are lined with restaurants and shops. We walked across little stone bridges and watched boats float along full of eager tourists. Finally we reached The Alamo!
The historic Alamo was packed with tourists, many of which were native Texans, swelling with pride at the history of their beloved state. We walked the halls of the former mission that contained exhibits, including memorabilia from the likes of Davy Crockett. Stories of Texas history were plastered on the walls in an exhaustive manner. Overall it was a good experience to see the famed monument, but I much prefered the silent halls of the missions that showed the wear that hundreds of years and people had left on it. We got a good dose of history before heading to the mall to find Matt proper attire for the upcoming weddings. After our shopping trip, we headed back to the car and drove the hour and a half up to Austin where we are currently staying.
I am looking forward to seeing my cousin Billie and her adorable kids Natalie and Talon, especially since my cousin Jason has just gone back to Iraq this week. We are going to meet up with them tomorrow, and as Matt said, it will be nice to see some familiar faces! Onward and westward!!!
Stats to come.
-Alie
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Hi Alie & Matt! I was so happy to see your updates! I miss them when you are forced to skip a day or two because of the internet! It has been so much fun going along on this trip with you both. Not only from your trials and tribulations but the sight seeing that you have encompassed!!! This is truly a marvelous trip that you both are sharing and will have the memories forever! Give our love to Billie! Don't let Natalie and Tallon wear you out too much. Better take extra energy with you when you visit as I am sure it will be action packed. I am off to the beach today as we finally have beautiful weather here! Love you guys and take care!!!! We will chat over the weekend! Mom xoxoxoxo
ReplyDeleteHello Matt and Alie,
ReplyDeleteWow,the Missions National Park looks great, and the River Walk, too! Can't believe you are on Day #11 already. West Virginia has been fun. Dad and I have been playing some golf and bike riding around the Greenbrier Valley. Looking forward to reading your future blogsite posts. Dad wants you to know that your trip has inspired him to re-read On The Road by Jack Kerouac.
Talk with you Sunday night via cell phone.
Love,
Mom O