Fort Worth, TX off day

I started this trip with a mission. I would find myself a fantastic pair of cowboy boots.

Our day off in Fort Worth started way to early for me and Jen. We went to pick up bagels at 7:30am since we had been on support the day before. After getting the bagels we knew there was no sense in going back to the camp right away because everyone else would be sleeping. We figured it was a good time to go scope out the stockyards again and look into some fun things to do that day.

Fortunately a couple of the stores opened early and I was able to do some preliminary shopping. We looked in two places. I found a good pair and even better salesman in one of the stores, but wasn't ready to commit without a little more searching. I put two pairs on hold and we went to scope out another store.

We went to the place where custom boots are made. I did find some incredible boots there, but lets just say they were WAY out of my price range. Here is one glorious pair I would love to have, but could never afford:

After killing enough time we returned to camp. People started waking up and we all enjoyed our typical breakfast plus some donuts supplied by Justin's family. It was such a nice day and we were all still worn out, so we decided to take naps in the grass:

Once we were all refreshed it was time to return to the city for some shopping and fun:

I made my boot purchase and Jen got herself a nice belt and buckle. We walked around a bit and then caught up with the guys to listen to some music before finding somewhere for dinner:

We also did some browsing in several other stores. I probably should have purchased this sign, but I had my credit card held so I wouldn't spend anymore money after the boot purchase.

I also thought this was a pretty good sign as well. Mom, is there anything on it's way to the next mail drop?

Since going to jail the day before wasn't enough, we went again in Fort Worth.

And then this awkward moment occurred. It seemed like a good idea at the time, but as soon as Jody joined me on the horse we were both very uncomfortable.

We finished the night with one of the best dinners of the trip. Texas does food right with corn on the cob and an awesome baked potato on the side. Yum!