Sunny Came Home
Sunny isn’t just the Jeep I could always spot in a parking lot. He represents a moment in my life when everything felt new, uncertain, and full of possibility.
Arizona
Two Tickets to Paradise
A side-by-side staycation comparison of two Scottsdale resorts.
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It’s a Marshmallow World
A northern Arizona escape via the Grand Canyon Railway offered cool temperatures, cozy B&Bs, and a fresh perspective on a familiar wonder.
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I’ve Been Through the Desert…
Exploring southern Arizona (Tucson, Bisbee & Tombstone) with my brother revealed historic towns, copper mines, desert landscapes, and the breathtaking climb to Mt. Lemmon – adventure, history, and cacti included.
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Changes in Latitudes, Changes in Attitudes
A spa getaway with my mom at Civana in Carefree offered relaxation, fitness, and all-you-can-drink smoothies – set against Arizona’s warm desert backdrop. Sometimes, changing scenery changes everything.
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The Best Of Both Worlds
A Northward adventure with Sunny & my brother included Prescott’s history, scenic drives, Jerome, and an expanding collection of rubber-ducked companions.
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So Much Beauty in the World
From prickly cacti to the Desert Southwest’s largest public rose garden, Mesa’s Botanical Gardens surprised me with colors, scents, and a stroll worth remembering.
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Maybe You Know Some Little Places to Go
Introducing my brother to the Grand Canyon, Flagstaff, and Mesa’s Japanese Friendship Garden — a week of fall foliage, wildlife, and serene discoveries in Arizona.
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The Simple Things in Life (Like When & Where)
Papago Park offered the a good visual retreat – gentle hikes, unique wildlife, and stunning views from the Hole in the Rock.
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Living in the Wild, Wild West
Ghost towns, desert legends, and a trip through Arizona’s Superstition Mountains – complete with frontier history, modern fun facts, and zero brothels.
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