Woke up and it was pouring rain and freezing. Texan weather hasn't been kind to us. Decided that after my shower (first in over 48 hours) it was the perfect opportunity to give myself a manicure. Checked in at the campground reception on our way out and chatted to the lovely receptionist. She only charged us the tent site rate of $18 which we were stoked with. Best service and hospitality we've encountered so far. She recommended a family owned Diner down the...

Woke well rested at the rest area and freshened up a bit. Drove the rest of the way to San Antonio and found an all-day parking spot. Searched for a diner unsuccessfully and settled on a little cafe which offered breakfast English muffins and coffee. Noticed a sculpture of a drunk which looked like it was made from gladwrap. Stopped to take a look and the artist explained that it was actually a model of himself made out of tape. Next, we found the Alamo an...

Had breakfast at Magnolia Diner in Houston, which had the biggest serves I've seen in my life. Sam ordered the Big Breakfast, but without sausage and meat patty, when it arrived at the table I reckon the plate had an entire pigs worth of bacon on it. It also had eggs, hash brown (shredded potato), toast and a separate plate with three large buttermilk pancakes. Not bad for $8.50! I had my standard omelette order with hash brown. It also came with a side of grits,...