Fountain Hills Great Fair

Now in its 27th year, this fair features nearly 500 artists and artisans from around the country. You can find original works of art, hand crafted clothing and jewelry, knick-knacks, local food items and much more.
It is in a wonderful location in Fountain Hills, surrounded by mountains. Every hour on the hour, the fountain sprays water for about 15 minutes. The height is approximately 560 feet. The plume rises from a concrete water lily sculpture in the center of the lake.

The Maine Lobster Lady

When I heard that the Maine Lobster Lady food truck was going to be at Gainey Village today, I just had to go for lunch. She winters here and will return to Maine in April. I had a lobster roll.... what else!

Parada del Sol

The Parada del Sol is an annual event that has been in Scottsdale since 1953. The Pony Express completes a 200-mile trek from Holbrook, Arizona to the Main Post Office in downtown Scottsdale to deliver the mail. This exciting reenactment is one of the oldest events in the nation.
There is also the world's largest horse drawn parade in Scottsdale. Prior to the beginning of the parade, there was a cattle drive down the middle of Scottsdale Road!

Phoenix Open Golf Tournament

We went to see the first round of the tournament this year...... not as crowded so easier to walk around and also to get seats at the 16th hole, The Coliseum.
What a crazy and unique experience. This hole is surrounded by seats and annually attracts 20,000 spectators each day of competition. Players regularly interact with the crowd.
This year we enjoyed watching Canadian and ASU freshman, Ki Taek Lee. He is coached by Tim Mickelson, Phil's brother at ASU. He qualified earlier in the week at McCormick golf Course.
Ki threw ASU t shirts into the stands and had a great time with the crowd.

I truly believe that my favorite soup is the Chicken Tortilla Soup at The Yard House..... it is delicious!

Fresh squeezed orange juice...... what a delight!

The oranges are now ripe for the picking. I will have fresh juice every morning now for the next 2-3 months.

I am feeling a little smug but also guilty as I take my walk today around the lake.

My friends and family are living in a major Arctic Outbreak where there are record lows today and freezing temperatures.

Here in Arizona, there are some intermittent clouds but it is warm and our wildlife is enjoying our lake.