The Sanctuary Camelback Mountain Resort and Spa Arizona is famous for its resorts and spas, and the Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain Resort and Spa is one of our favorite local places to get away. This famous resort is a great place to spend a leisurely afternoon or evening enjoying the scenic views, eating lunch in […]
Tacos are one of America’s favorite southwestern meals, and Phoenix has great places to find them. However, when they’re served in an historic building that used to be a mission – I mean, how cool is that! There are so many great places to eat downtown, and even midtown in Phoenix. And the Taco […]
Wealth If you read my article on Goal Setting for 2014, you probably noticed that they are very broad. For example, my “Health” goal includes basic such as healthy eating, getting some sort of physical exercise into the daily routine, and being involved in a hobby or activity you love. What it does NOT mean […]
To walk into this shop is like stepping back in time. It has the look and feel of an understated classic . . . rows of vintage pre-World War II sewing machines . . . bolts of soft yet sturdy denim fabric (some as wide as 60 inches) . . . industrial-sized spools of colored […]
When many of us go through the process of determining New Year’s resolutions, I like to evaluate periodically to see if what I’m doing works – or if it’s just a list of “things-to-do.” In an article entitled Healthy Living Goals, I had written that my first priority for goal-setting is directed towards health. This […]
I prepare a smoothie almost every day of the week because it’s nutritious and quick to prepare. It’s easy to vary the recipe – just use different combinations of berries, fruit, and seeds. It also goes well with a quick slice of toast or banana bread! List of ingredients: 1 cup frozen berries 1 fresh, […]
Recently we found another hidden treasure of a restaurant, Fuego’s at CityScape, that specializes in Southwestern cuisine. It’s a fairly small place, with colorful purple cloth napkins and small potted plants on each table. As with many of our favorite places, this eatery is located at CityScape right on Central Avenue. We’d never eaten here […]
PF Chang’s Rock and Roll Marathon is one of the biggest — and this week-end it’s taking place in Phoenix. This event brings thousands of people to the valley every year during MLK week-end because, not only is the weather perfect, but scheduling the race on the holiday means that runners get an extra day […]
Phoenix is known for great climate, golf courses, resorts, spas, shopping, and dining. However, this time of year is when restaurants transform from being indoor eateries to include marvelous patio experiences, each one unique in cuisine and style. Although there are many excellent dining places to choose from, three of our favorites are listed below. […]
In an earlier post, I wrote about healthy eating and the benefits of a plant-based diet. I also mentioned that, if “you’re not accustomed to this type of eating, it will take a little . . . planning.” It’s easier to transition to plant-based if you plan for only one or two meatless days each week. And, since Mondays are […]
Goals-setting for 2014, a common practice this time of year. Most of us reflect on what we have accomplished the previous year and determine what we would accomplish in the next. Although many people go through the process of setting goals and then forget or completely dismiss them, sometimes the process is very helpful and productive. […]
Although I’ve never considered myself much of an adventurer, I’ve been very blessed to have had the opportunity to do some traveling (domestic and abroad) and see some really great sights. Because we’ve started the blog this year, it seems like a perfect platform for documenting travel adventures that we’ve taken in the past and […]
I shot this one-minute video freehand form the patio of in downtown Phoenix. Shelli and I were enjoying a cup of Camex coffee, basking in the beautiful whether and taking in the excitement of Ice Skating in downtown Phoenix. Every year the City of Phoenix blocks off Central Ave. from Washington St. south one block […]
As I mentioned in an earlier article, stretching is an activity that can be done easily throughout different intervals of the day. Stretching is a type of physical activity that takes only a minute or two to do, but the results are beneficial in relieving stiffness, increasing blood flow, and even reducing eye strain that comes from […]
In part one of this article, I wrote that many of us are not prepared for financial emergencies. According to Bankrate.com, “28 percent of Americans say they have no rainy-day fund” and 49% “don’t have enough emergency savings to cover three months’ worth of expenses.” In other words, even with the uncertainty in today’s murky financial […]
The grandkids are coming! What shall we plan for family activities? They always like to come to Phoenix and some of their favorite activities are documented here. But, one of their favorite activities this time of year is to go ice skating, and there just happens to be a great ice skating rink right in […]
Acorn squash makes a colorful and delicious vegan meal. And, when the rice is prepared ahead of time, this recipe can be prepared in a matter of minutes. This dish is filling, and incorporates several of the season’s favorite ingredients. Rice Stuffed Acorn Squash List of ingredients: 2 medium acorn squash – washed, halved, and […]
Cranberries are plentiful in the fall and this is a quick vegan dessert that incorporates their juicy tartness with just the right amount of sweet raspberries. It takes very little time to prepare and to bake, and goes perfectly with other fall dishes. Cranberry Raspberry Cobbler List of ingredients: FRUIT 1 8-oz […]
When my husband and I started our blog, we decided to do it as a hobby. As I wrote in a previous post, we had taken a few classes, watched a handful of webinars, and decided that we would like to use the website as a platform. However, not only are we having fun with […]
Although I haven’t written about it earlier, Ron and I have been ‘showcasing’ the downtown Phoenix area for an online publication, Examiner.com, I’m the Phoenix City Guide! For the last two months, we’ve been publishing weekly articles about downtown, and, since we live in the heart of the city, it’s a perfect match! We’ve seen […]