We almost missed Brenda and Karin, who are five days away from leaving Tucson and their old life.
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| They're days away from starting their full-time RV life. What's not to smile about? |
We met them at
Blue Willow, where the vegans could order veg, and the paleos could get pale. They are so busy preparing that we were happy and honored that they could get away to meet up. Thanks, you two! We'll be looking for your adventures on
Breaking Up With Normal.
Rosemary from
Sonora Desert Museum commented on yesterday's post:
Those of us who work at the Desert Museum appreciate all your positive comments about the facility. Thank you! If you were not aware, the Desert Museum pioneered the creation of natural animal habitats that zoos worldwide now employ. We strive to provide habitats for the animals that are as close to natural as possible - and the majority of the animals are rescues that are rehabilitated and cannot be released into the wild. When animals are "retired" they are provided homes here behind the scenes to live out their lives in dignity.
I was
not aware, Rosemary, and I'm happy that you commented. This dispels any lingering misgivings I may have had about the Museum.
Misgivings? What
misgivings? Thanks for taking the time to fill us in! This is what happens when you skip the orientation.
We had our first Trader Joe's experience today, but I'll just tell you that we liked it, and that I have sworn off dark chocolate cherries again.
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| So cute I could chuck their chins. Desert Discovery loop, Saguaro National Forest. |
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| Gates Pass, twilight. |
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| Gates Pass...latrine, probably. I skipped orientation. CCC construction. |
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| Tee hee! Tiny cactus knob. |
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| If there's anything more ridiculous than this, I want to stand under it. |
It feels good to be back in the Sonoran desert. It may be dry, but it is not desolate. Anyone who lives here without life support is an adaptive superhero. They deserve this view all the time.
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| Even Annie couldn't upstage this saguaro. |
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| Saguaro National Park, West |
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| Signal Hill, Hohokam petroglyphs. |
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| Mostly. Some exceptions apply. |
We really appreciate the ideas for things to do and see. Thank you, and tell us some more.
