Well, here many of us are. The age of our grandparents. Or, in my case, WAY older. I really try to avoid thinking about that as much as possible. I will grant you that grandmas today are much different from the two grandmas I grew up with. And I loved my grandmothers dearly, so I […]
Ryan treated us to baseball tickets for Father’s Day so we made the trek downtown and I thought I’d share a few thoughts on the experience. This outing felt a little different for us because John had hip replacement surgery a few weeks ago. He’s recovering beautifully, but navigating a sporting event looks a little […]
Memorial Day weekend is here and many of us — meaning not those of us in Arizona! — are gently transitioning into summer. It’s also a time to reflect upon the holiday itself and pay tribute to our fallen military personnel. We’ll be enjoying a long weekend at home, so I thought I would share […]
This year I’ve been trying to better appreciate my slower, gentler lifestyle. I want to notice and enjoy the simple things more. And hot summer weather lends itself very well to a slower pace. A hummingbird resting near the hot tub. Warm evenings outside. Music drifting through the park while families unfold lawn chairs and […]
This weekend was one for the books. Three completely different celebrations—and somehow, each one felt equally meaningful. From a polished, glam anniversary at All About Me Medical Aesthetics to a lively 40th birthday party at Andrew Z Diamonds and a relaxed, casual brunch cruise on Lake Pleasant – every event had its own personality. But […]
Four days in Palm Springs with my sisters turned out to be the perfect mix of sunshine, sightseeing, and a few unexpected surprises (including a sunrise at 8,500 feet and a late-night rocket launch!). If you caught my Palm Springs Packing List post, you already know I had a sisters’ trip planned and what I […]
Just for you, I’m going to put a very positive spin on our weekend—because it really was a good one.Except for… well, you know. The 107° heat. In March. 😳 I guess that’s spring in Arizona. I know people all over the U.S. are dealing with wild weather right now, some of it quite serious, […]
Except for a little wind and a few chilly nights, spring in Arizona has been spectacular this year. And it’s slowly popping up across the country too. Amongst a little decorating at home, beautiful flower photos from Julie in Oregon, a patio brunch with live music at a local café, and a few stolen hours […]
Arizona spring training is one of the best ways to enjoy our beautiful desert weather — even if you’re not a die-hard baseball fan. Salt River Fields in Scottsdale is home to both the Colorado Rockies and Arizona Diamondbacks during spring training season. With mountain views, grass seating, and open-air design, it’s one of the […]
My friend, I love nature. I love walking outside and talking to birds and bunnies and everyone’s dog. I love trees and shrubs and flowers and grass. But at the end of the day, keeping anything alive on my desert patio is more than a challenge. It’s sort of depressing. Even at Home Depot and […]