The essence of art in galleries has started to change, to adapt to a more modern crowd. I recently visited two places in Arizona that have done away with the "No photos of the art!", and the "Don't touch the art!" gallery rules. I have to say, it is such a joy to explore interactive art and be playful! Both Wonderspaces, within the Scottsdale Fashion Square, and the Lavatory … [Read more...]
Hiking Camelback Mountain
I can see this beautiful mountain range from my apartment and have been longing to get to the top. The high heat of the Phoenix, Arizona summers halted me, but patience paid off and a perfect January day served as the best for hiking Camelback Mountain! Camelback Mountain, as I get to see it every morning with the sun rising. As with any hike, make sure you are supplied … [Read more...]
Sedona Day Trip and Hikes
Looking over part of Sedona from an edge 3/4 of the way up to Devil's Bridge. Sedona seduced me! As I sit at home writing this, I want to go back right now ~ and I just got home from there a day ago! It's beauty is stunning, but more than that is the overall vibe of peace and happiness that was beyond your typical fresh outdoor hike, and the exuberant excitement of the … [Read more...]
Kayaking the Salt River at Saguaro Lake Ranch in Mesa, Arizona
After the fun adventure we had tubing the Salt River in Mesa Arizona, I returned to do it again with a friend visiting from out of town. The crew at the ranch remembered me! That's always such a pleasant uplifting thing to happen. The challenge was put forth for me to return and try their two hour kayaking trek. Ohhh, how I do love a challenge and invitation to try something … [Read more...]
Salt River Tubing at the Saguaro Lake Ranch
Tubing down the Salt River is a pretty popular thing to do out in Phoenix, Arizona. People flock to the river, rent inner tubes, ride a bus up to the top and then float for hours with two different exit points. There are both calm relaxing parts to chill and eat the snacks floating beside you, (yes, your cooler can have its own tube!), and crazy current rapids. From everything … [Read more...]
