Category Archives: Texas Tuesdays

The Greenwood, Texas Dancehall & Saloon

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Dancehall, Texas, Historic Places, Bar, Bluff-Dale, Small-Texas-Towns, If you’re looking for a good spot to check out on a weekend drive, day trip, Texas road trip – this is your town and this is your stop!

The other weekend, I was on my way to Hico, passing through Bluff Dale, Texas. A tiny town, so tiny that if you blink you could very well miss it. This tiny town holds GEMS! I was previously told that I would love The Greenwood. I was later told again about The Greenwood and a popular restaurant in town. Well, I just happened to be passing through and I slowed down just long enough to turn down a dead end street to find the gem of all gems!

Dancehall, Texas, Historic Places, Bar, Bluff-Dale, Small-Texas-Towns, Dancehalls. I love them! Love really doesn’t cut it. I don’t think there’s just one thing that I love, I love everything but most of all, it’s the history that the walls hold. The people that have walked through the door, two-stepped across the old wooden floors, music that filled the air, along with laughter, banter and I’m sure there’s been a few arguments along the way.

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There’s an entire wall of photos. It’s pretty amazing the history in this Texas town!

Really, I’m pretty sure the look on my face was priceless. I LOVE places like this. I’m like a kid in a candy store. Something new, never before seen. It’s like walking into a different world. I just wanted to soak up everything in sight! Here, let me show you…

When you walk in, be ready!Bar-Counter, Dancehall, Texas, Historic Places, Bar, Bluff-Dale, Small-Texas-Towns, Dancehall, Texas, Historic Places, Bar, Bluff-Dale, Small-Texas-Towns, Taxidermy

Dancehall, Texas, Historic Places, Bar, Bluff-Dale, Small-Texas-Towns, Honestly, I was pretty excited about the moose! It’s not a typical Texas sight!
Taxidermy, Moose, Dancehall, Texas, Historic Places, Bar, Bluff-Dale, Small-Texas-Towns, The Greenwood is the perfect place to grab a beer, sit back and just enjoy the Texas character. There’s a lot on the walls and you never know who you’ll meet sitting at the bar!

Dancehall, Texas, Historic Places, Bar, Bluff-Dale, Small-Texas-Towns, BunnymanDancehall, Texas, Historic Places, Bar, Bluff-Dale, Small-Texas-Towns, The inside is pretty amazing in itself but then there’s the entire outdoor aspect. Take a gander!Dancehall, Texas, Historic Places, Bar, Bluff-Dale, Small-Texas-Towns, Dancehall, Texas, Historic Places, Bar, Bluff-Dale, Small-Texas-Towns, Now I know what you’re saying, dancehall?! Where’s the band. Well, they were setting up as I was heading out. There’s room. Seriously, every town should have a watering hole such as this. Is this not the perfect spot to cool off on any afternoon?

A little bit Luckenbach, a little bit Gruene, a whole lotta Texas!

Dancehall, Texas, Historic Places, Bar, Bluff-Dale, Small-Texas-Towns, Until next time! I’ll be back (with friends)!Dancehall, Texas, Historic Places, Bar, Bluff-Dale, Small-Texas-Towns,

DFW Bucket List: Horseback Riding at Benbrook Stables

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Disclaimer: I was not paid for this blog post, however I did receive a free trail ride in exchange for this post. As always, all opinions are my own.

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When thinking of Texas, what comes to mind? Cowboys? Horses? Ranches? Those are on mine and I live here. It only makes sense that if you have only a short period here, those things should be integrated into the visit. This is Texas after all! Let’s get some interaction going! Why only watch when you can take part?! Let’s go horseback riding!

Visiting Dallas / Fort Worth shouldn’t all be “city living”. Quite frankly, it’s pretty easy to get out of all the hustle and bustle and retreat to the quiet tranquility of “country livin’” to get away from it all, even if it’s just for a little while.

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Just outside of Fort Worth, I found Benbrook Stables in Benbrook, Texas. It’s a short drive and I’ll be darned if it’s not a good excuse to get out of the metroplex. Heck, it took me only 30 minutes from my place in North Arlington. Once arrived, turn off your phones and forget about all the stresses. This is a place of retreat.

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I recently had a couple friends visit from Vermont. This was high on their list of things to do and definitely left an impression. The main office provides some of that good ole Texas charm. A cowhide rug lines the floor, Texas art hangs on the walls showcasing chaps, cowboy boots and landscapes followed by an old saddle holding course.

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Outside – a hundred horses. No joke, our trail lead told us they currently have over 100 horses at the stables, which he knew all their names. It’s a small town.

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Once our trail ride began, we met the tranquility that we’ve longed. We started on our hour trail ride leaving the stables and entering the Benbrook Park. Through woods, over a creek until we finally reached the high point fit for a camera. We had a scenic view of Lake Benbrook and some perfect Texas sights – Bluebonnets. Bluebonnets lining an untouched meadow filled with wildflowers and cactus.

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There was only one disappointment – the ride just wasn’t long enough. I could’ve continued all day. I wish it continued all day! The horses were gentle and friendly. We took a few photos afterwards and checked out the rest of the stables. There’s even a great site for an event.

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This is definitely something that I would put on a Texas Bucket List and be sure to check it off! It’ll leave you wanting to gallop around Texas fields all day and the arena nearby may spark some dreams of wanting to barrel race (at least it did for me). It’s such a reasonable distance as well as price. $40/hr for a trail ride – one of the most reasonable rates I’ve found.

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Benbrook Stables
10001 Benbrook Blvd, Benbrook, TX 76126
817-249-1001
Offers: Trail Rides, Lessons, Camps, Boarding and Rentals

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Keeping up with The Haneys

TXRDR: Canada, Patton & Eady

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Jason Eady, Reds Roadhouse, Mansfield, Texas, TXRDR, The Ranch, Radio, Texas Country, Courtney PattonSunday, April 13th – Reds Roadhouse in Kennedale, Texas held the Texas Red Dirt Roads radio show. The guests were Cody Canada, Courtney Patton and Jason Eady. As always, what a great time.

If you’re into the best music around, great company and a comfortable atmosphere, this is your kind of event. Each Sunday from 3-6pm, tune in or better yet just show up and spend the afternoon in one of the best ways one can.

Jason Eady, Reds Roadhouse, Mansfield, Texas, TXRDR, The Ranch, Radio, Texas CountryCourtney Patton started off the show. If you haven’t heard her, just go ahead and buy a few tunes off iTunes. No need to YouTube. Trust me. ‘Twisted’ is a favorite. Her voice sounds so familiar, that she’s speaking to you, comforting, forgiving, understanding.

Jason Eady, Reds Roadhouse, Mansfield, Texas, TXRDR, The Ranch, Radio, Texas CountryAnd then there’s Jason Eady. Do the same – just go ahead, purchase a few songs. Heck just get the album! ‘Cry Pretty’ – this one should sound familiar. An Air Force veteran, a proclaimed songwriter. Texas should be blessed to have this Mississippi fella!

Did I mention these two are married?!
Courtney Patton, Jason Eady, Reds Roadhouse, Mansfield, Texas, TXRDR, The Ranch, Radio, Texas CountryThen there’s the most popular out of the three (sorry there Courtney and Jason) – Cody Canada. Perhaps you recognize his name from Cross Canadian Ragweed or Cody Canada and the Departed. Lucky for the attendees (and the radio listeners) we were in for a treat at this show. Not only did we get to listen to Cody Canada solo, we also got his two best right hand men to help him on stage, his boys! They did such a great job (and there’s definitely no stage fright in sight).

Jason Eady, Reds Roadhouse, Mansfield, Texas, TXRDR, The Ranch, Radio, Texas CountryAs Justin Frazell would say “See ya down the road!”

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