Weatherford, Texas


Beginning next week, I will be working somewhat full-time as I am picking up some extra shifts with one of TNG's sister companies.  In view of the upcoming reduction in free time, I wanted to spend at least part of today enjoying an activity I don't normally get to participate in.  Namely that involves travelling, even if it isn't very far from the D/FW Metroplex.  I headed about half an hour west to the small town of Weatherford.  In spite of the rain, I made the trek.  Mainly I wanted to visit the cigar shop, Tobacco Lane on the Square, in the area surrounding the courthouse.  The owners formerly owned a cigar shop in downtown Fort Worth, the one I spent six years of my life employed by and as a loyal customer.  Prior to stepping in to the cigar shop, I ate at Yesterday's Sandwich Shop and enjoyed a roast beef sandwich, a side salad, and a cup of chicken tortilla soup.  At first, I thought the price was a little steep, but I soon found out how well-worth the value of the meal was in relation to the cost.  Then I stepped over to Tobacco Lane, made my purchase, and enjoyed a RyJ Nicaraguan cigar while visiting with the proprietor.  We had a good time of fellowship, talking about old times.  Before leaving for Fort Worth, I snapped a few pictures of the courthouse and one other local building.  Overall, I was glad to have made the trip.  I do plan on future visits.  Now I don't feel so bad about such a leisurely day off from work.  If you are ever in the area of Weatherford, please make the stop in this quiet, little town.  You will be glad you did.

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