Dirty Laundry

Don't be fooled. As I've recently discovered, men gossip like sorority girls.

So annoying.

A 20 Something Takes on Law School

I've started another blog, or bLAWg. I know what you're thinking, I haven't done such a good job at keep up with this one lately but that's mostly due to school. So at this point I feel like I have more to write on that subject. (Click on the picture above to go to my bLAWg)

Free not! I will post my grandest blog to date during Xmas break - A 20 Something's Guide to a Weekend in Paris

When will we get the chance to be just friends?

Let's be honest, the whole let's just be friends thing post break up NEVER works. I know we all say we're going to try it but more often than not one side, either the relationship ender or endee, still has a bone to pick and it ends up making things worse than if you had just gone your seperate ways. Or at the very least, eventually some one's feelings get hurt because although you say you're friends the relationship is far to sensitive to stand up to the trials and tribulations of a normal friendship.

I know you think that you guys are different and you can make it work but you're not and you can't. You're the example of the rule, not the exception. So just don't bother. Save your time and energy and direct it towards something or someone that actually deserves you.

Donut Run

Round Rock Donuts - Round Rock, TX
106 W. Liberty


Tucked away in historic downtown Round Rock is a small donut shop that packs a big punch. I had heard for years about the awesomeness that is Round Rock Donuts but never made the effort to mozy on out to Round Rock to try it for myself. One brisk Saturday morning I decided to finally do so.


The building was very easy to find, parking on the other hand... not so much. After playing with the idea of squeezing my way into the somewhat long drive thru line I did one more loop around the block and snagged the spot of a couple that I could only imagine was delightfully full of donuts and heading home. After parking I made my way over to the line that was literally out the door. Given the choice and assuming you know exactly what you want to order, I would say take advantage of the drive thru lane. I watched 2 dozen cars full of screaming, sugar deprived children and hung over adults (not necessarily in the same vehicle) pass before I even got to the part of the line that was inside.


My total wait was about 45 minutes to an hour but the way those handmade donuts melted in my mouth made it all worth it. My companion and I split a dozen donut holes, 2 Round Rock Donuts and 2 kolaches (the bakery also has , among other things, chocolate RR Donuts, and various flavors of traditional cake donuts). The donuts and donut holes were amazing, the kolaches however left something to be desired. The bread was fresh, light and utterly perfect, the bread to meat ratio though was sub par for sure (imagine one cocktail wienie hidden in 2 dinner rolls). The price of everything at Round Rock Donuts was more than fair in my opinion ($5.50 for a dozen donuts, $1.50 for a dozen donut holes). The bakery also makes cakes, pies, and other desserts but I was on a mission to try the donuts, plus it was 10 AM.


The seating at Round Rock Donuts is a little sparse. So, if you are like me and don't live just down the street, I recommend using just a little bit of self control and move a few blocks to a table at Round Rock Memorial Park.


Pros: Price, Taste, Handmade melt in your mouth donuts
Cons: Parking, Wait, Meat to bread ratio in kolaches, hours of operation are not friendly to extreme non-morning people
Bottom line: Make a donut run one weekend or before your next business meeting to grab a Texas sized donut (a dozen donuts in one) or a dozen regular sized donuts.

Thought of the Day 10/19

Women over the age of 30 should not wear their hair in pigtails (outside the bedroom).

A 20 Something Takes on a Philly Cheese Steak Challenge

Geno's v. Pat's

South Philly Steak Down!

In a town where you can throw a rock and hit several decent cheese steak places, 2 titans tower above the rest: Geno's Steaks and Pat's King of Steaks.

Separated by a mere city block the smell from these 2 stands travels for miles. At any given time of day there is a line at both places that wraps around the building. Don't let that worry you, it moves pretty fast because of the unique and rather strict way of ordering. You start by ordering the quantity of cheese steaks you want, then your choice of 3 cheeses (Wiz , Provolone, American), then "with" or "without" (onions that is). Drinks and fries are ordered at a second window and ketchup, peppers, and anything else you might want to add to your cheese steak can be found at the condiments station. Anyone who stalls too long, or doesn't know how to order is sent to the end of the line to try again. So be prepared.

Now the big question: which is better? While it's mostly a matter of personal taste I found things I liked at both establishments.

Geno's had more tender meat, thinner, less processed (if that's even possible), better tasting Wiz, and both Pepsi and Coca Cola products.

Pat's had fresher, tastier bread and perfectly seasoned french fries.

Bottom Line: Both are open 24 hours a day, so if you find yourself tiring of historical sightseeing, make your way to South Philly and do your own Cheese Steak Challenge!

Bank of America Sucks at Life!

That is all.