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TERLINGUA, TX


2025 Lessons that I'm bringing with me in 2026
This past year brought a lot of growth, lessons, and perspective. Here’s what I’m taking with me moving forward: First, stay firm in your business beliefs and standards. It’s tempting to bend to make others comfortable, but the moment you do, your vision starts to blur. Clarity and momentum come from standing firm in your convictions. Second, keep your circle small and tune out the noise. Opinions will always exist, and criticism will come, but you know who you are and what y

Mallory Mundy
1 day ago1 min read


It's Been a Hell of a Year
As the year winds down, I’ve been spending a lot of time reflecting, not just on what I did, but on who I became along the way. 2025 was a year of momentum, discipline, adventure, and clarity. It wasn’t perfect or easy, but it was full. Full of growth, lessons, and proof that when you stay consistent and keep showing up, things move. This year marked the biggest year yet for Long Draw Pizza . A reminder that steady work compounds. Early mornings, long days, learning as we go,

Mallory Mundy
7 days ago2 min read


Out of Office (& Restaurant)
I work 6–7 days a week. Sometimes for long stretches. And I’m not apologetic about that. I love what I do. I believe in momentum. I think that building something meaningful requires seasons of intensity, focus, and showing up even when it’s hard. But I’ve also learned this the hard way: Burnout doesn’t make you stronger. Recovery does. Going hard only works if you also know when to pause. Rest isn’t quitting. It isn’t slowing you down from achieving your goals. It’s protec

Mallory Mundy
Dec 13, 20251 min read


Monday with Mallory
Hi friends, happy Monday! I wanted to share a little LDP update because November… wow. We just wrapped up a record-breaking November, and Terlingua has been absolutely buzzing. Tourism has been nonstop, the weather has been showing off, and the desert has felt more alive than ever. Every single person who walks through our doors is part of this wild, beautiful story we’re building out here, so thank you! And I have to say, social media has taken off like crazy lately. I’ve m

Mallory Mundy
Dec 8, 20252 min read
Out here in Terlingua, Texas, the stars shine brighter, the trails run deeper, and life slows down just enough to feel real. This blog is your guide to hiking Big Bend, chasing desert sunsets, and building a life around amazing places. Whether you're chasing freedom or carving out your own path, you're in the right place
Entrepreneur, restaurant owner, creator, and desert storyteller. I write about building a life you love, from small-town business lessons to hiking Big Bend, chasing dreams, and finding happiness in the hard work.
























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