About halfway between Houston and San Antonio is the little town of Shiner, best known for the Spoetzl Brewery’s premier product, Shiner Bock. But for those in the know, it’s also near the Lewis ranch, where John and his brother host an annual spring weekend getaway for friends and family on their parents’ estate. Shiner newbies, Varya and I made a day trip out to enjoy fresh air and open Texas countryside with new and old friends and colleagues.
Like any good semi-weekend mechanic, John has a few projects in various stages of progress in the family barn, including a little red Porsche and an old British BSA that he fired up to the delight of onlooking bikers.
After a huge feast of smoked BBQ and guest-provided side dishes, the fabulous Mr. & Mrs. Fox tended bar with a fine selection of their delicious mixologist cocktails.
When a group of well lubricated NASA nerds gather in an unrestricted rural area with tools, PVC and pressure vessels, how do they entertain themselves? Launch projectiles, of course!
Big thanks to John et al for the fun, food (eaten and exploded) and festivities, and we look forward to our next journey west. Maybe we’ll even stay the night next time (in Shiner, not a tent). 😉
Moonday 