Piscis Seafood Empanada
Originally uploaded by seanclaes

Does this look good to you? It looked amazing to me.
This is from Piscis Seafood restaurant (the old Fonziez). We finally tried it the other day.

My wife ordered the shrimp-stuffed empanada (pictured). I never saw a seafood stuffed empanada... but it was great...

Piscis Seafood & Mexican Grill
311 South Old Highway 81,
Kyle, TX 78640

Donatation Box at PAWS
Originally uploaded by seanclaes

Since we're pretty sure we're done having kids, I took 3 boxes of clothes, shoes, and stuff to the PAWS clothing drop box.

PAWS is Kyle's Animal Shelter.
pawsshelter.org/

But they collect stuff for humans too.

PAWS
500 FM 150 East
Kyle, Texas 78640

I pity the fool who don't use this place.
Originally uploaded by seanclaes

What's in a name?

I remember back in college when I used to wash my clothes in a laundromat. I sure don't miss those days.

Here's one of Kyle's laundromats... it's fancy... a washateria!

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Originally uploaded by seanclaes

There are many different varities of the Crepe Myrtle. I really digg this tree, it smells amazing and it looks fantastic.

It'd have to be my favorite tree/bush/flower combo ever!

Here's more information on the Crepe Myrtle from a 2005 San Antonio Express News article:
http://bexar-tx.tamu.edu/HomeHort/F1Column/2005%20Articles/SEPT4.htm

Spencer Thomas Band
Originally uploaded by seanclaes

This is the Spencer Thomas Band (http://www.myspace.com/spencer0thomas) playing the Lucky Cup Coffee Shop in Kyle on Friday. It was a fun night.
If you look close at the right... you'll see the mannequin (provided by Lynn Wilkerson of Great Big Signs [http://www.seanclaes.com/GreatBigSigns.html]) that sparked a slightly odd conversation with my 4 year old... as to what it was, and why someone would want a "great big doll to dress up."

Like I said.. it was a fun night.
:)

Kyle United Methodist New Life Center - #13 in the series.

Those who have been here a while know I've been kind of documenting the construction of the Kyle United Methodist Church's New Life Center. This is photo is the 14th in the series. It's hard to believe it's been 3 months since my last update. See number 12 in the series by following this link.

There's been some hiccups in the building plans... but things are getting back on track.. the fence is complete and we've got the big windows in now. Cool. Here's the new update...


Oh.. and here it is in relation to the church.

Corn and Clouds

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Originally uploaded by seanclaes

Corn and Clouds.
It's summertime.
This field is located on Goforth Road in Kyle.

Fox's Pizza Den

Fox's Pizza Den
Originally uploaded by seanclaes

I ate at Fox's Pizza Den in Kyle this past Friday.
Really good food... Amazingly friendly and nice staff.
They gave each of my kiddos free take-home cups... spent time explaining the menu to us (they've got pizza, lasagna, hoagies, stromboli, and something they call a wedgie.

Get a wedgie.
That's funny.

Actually my daughter's favorite thing is the breadsticks. They're like a football-shaped pizza cut into sticks... yum.

Me and the kiddos.

Me and the kiddos.
Originally uploaded by seanclaes

Yesterday was father's day. Here's my two kiddos.
I'm a lucky man.

Texas Blind Salamanders

Texas Blind Salamanders
Originally uploaded by seanclaes

(L-R) Hector Molina, Gary Flynn, and Barney Sledge are the Texas Blind Salamanders. They played the Lucky Cup Coffeehouse in Kyle on Friday night.

Digging a Water Feature

Digging a Water Feature
Originally uploaded by seanclaes

Near the Hays Performing Arts Center at the corner of 1626 and Kohlers Crossing, this will be a large-seized water feature. There's a good chance (crossing my fingers) that the Kyle Library may be moving to this area. It's inside the Plum Creek Neighborhood...my neighborhood.

Slow Children...

Slow Children... Fire Hydrant
Originally uploaded by seanclaes

I've always thought this should say "Drive Slow" because it's not nice to label neighborhood children.

I also think THIS sigh should say "SLOW Fire Hydrant"

Fonziez is now Piscis
Originally uploaded by seanclaes

I've not had a chance to stop in here yet for dinner.... but I did snap this photo as I drove by....

Anyone try it yet?

Piscis Seafood & Mexican Grill
311 S OLD HIGHWAY 81
KYLE, TX
78640-5311

Neat Looking Tree

Neat Looking Tree
Originally uploaded by seanclaes

I dunno... nothing really to say about this one other than.... neat looking tree.
This is across the lot from Kid Ranch Daycare (207 Elmhurst Drive).

In memory...

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Originally uploaded by seanclaes

I finally threw away my broom-scarecrow that has been in my garage for 2 years.

RIP Broomy.

PAWS Shelter

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Originally uploaded by seanclaes

PAWS SHELTER AND HUMANE SOCIETY WISH LIST

PAWS Shelter and Humane Society is a non-profit organization that relies almost entirely on donations to help the homeless pets in Central Texas. In addition to a constant need for monetary donations, the PAWS could also use the following items, please just drop them off at the shelter Monday through Sunday during business hours.

ADDRESS:
500 FM 150 East
Kyle, Texas 78640

Shelter Hours
Tuesday & Thursday 11am - 7pm
Wed, Fri, Sat, & Sunday 11am - 5pm
Closed on Monday

• Money
• Non-clump Cat Litter
• Paper towels
• Bleach
• Laundry Detergent
• Daily Needs
• Paper Towels
• Trash Bags
• Sponges
• Newspaper
• Bleach Powdered laundry detergent
• Anti-Bacterial Dish Soap
• Windex, Mr Clean, 409, etc.
• Kennel Supplies
• Dry Dog, Puppy, Cat, & Kitten Food
• Cat Litter
• Stainless Steel Food & Water Bowls
• Polar Fleece blankets and towels
• Can Openers
• Spray Bottles
• Cat & Dog Toys
• Dog Shampoo
• Medical/Veterinary Supplies
• Puppy Milk Replacement
• Kitten Milk Replacement
• Rubbing Alcohol
• Gauze Pads
• Cotton Balls Q-Tips
• Latex Gloves (Large, medium & small)
• Puppy & Kitten Bottles
• Medical Tape
• Office Supplies
• Batteries (AA and 9V)
• Sharpies (all colors)
• Ink Pens (Blue/Black)
• Copier Paper (white/color)
• Computer ink (HP 14 black and color)
• Scissors, Staplers, etc.

Putting the Fun in Funeral

Putting the Fun in Funeral
Originally uploaded by seanclaes

Yup, Kyle is getting a funeral home soon.

Harrell Funeral Home
2770 & Kohlers Crossing
At 1715 Kirby
Kyle, TX 78640

Frisbee Golf

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Originally uploaded by seanclaes

On the east side of I-35, there's a neat frisbee golf course. It's the Steeplechase Disc Golf Course. Here's a link to some information on the building of it in 2006 - http://www.cityofkyle.com/parks/steeplechasediscgolf.htm

I'm going to have to learn to play someday.

The Sports Theme

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Originally uploaded by seanclaes

Here's the whole wall... I still think "SCORE MORE" is a bit much....

I really think it's funny...

Sure... it's a sports theme... but...

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Originally uploaded by seanclaes

Is this really something that should be painted on a youth's wall?

Neatly tucked on the Mantel with care...

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Originally uploaded by seanclaes

Again.. the model home version of things on the mantel above the fireplace.

I don't have a fireplace... but my shelves look like stacks of books/papers/knick-nacks... not neat artwork-looking stuff.

Oh.. sometimes I wished I lived in a model home. Such class.. such beauty.

Of course... the food is plastic.

Towels...Soap

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Originally uploaded by seanclaes

Does anyone's house actually look as cool as these model homes?
Here's the way they present a towel and soap.

Here's your sign.

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Originally uploaded by seanclaes

Well.. the sign to the Plum Creek neighborhood anyhow...