I'm wondering ... does this mean I have too much time on my hands, or is it painstakingly thoughtful and meticulously wrapped?

The Botanical Garden in Phoenix



This was one of my favorite days. Just a fun vacation day. No real estate to see, no driving around for hours, just warm sunshine and walking around the desert landscape. Then off to lunch with my childhood friend.







more of the Botanical Garden





Tempe Rowing Club

Okay, so there is water in Arizona to row. At Tempe Town Lake, near Phoenix. The bad news... total distance 3K. The good news... row all year. Now I understand why out-of-town crews have such a hard time with the bridges and curves at HOCR. CRI is very lucky to have the best river to row on for 7 months out of the year.


at a gas station along the highway



Flagstaff


Getting south of the clouds and leaving that snow behind.



Map of AZ

I drove 900 miles in my little compact car rental. $65 dollars for gas. Not a bad state to travel in. Nice grids in the cities, and a straight shot north/south on the highway.