December in Tucson

December in Tucson is a unique experience for a couple from the NW. The weather has been unseasonably warm (in the high 70s) and sunny. We love it but it is a little weird getting into the Christmas spirit. We went to the local garden for a Christmas lights, music, and treats night with our dear friends Kirsten & Cline. It was a lovely night and the lights were pretty. Sat outside at 9 pm at night to have our after event Starbucks.

LeAnne came to visit for a big birthday celebration. It was so wonderful to have her here. We had a great dinner in the coach and another at Vivaci which is a local italian restaurant. The weather cooperated and we walked the trails here at Desert Trails and also took a good long hike in the Sweetwater Preserve, adjacent to Saguaro National Park. She had to go home too soon. While we were in Phoenix to take LeAnne to the airport, we stopped for a hike and dinner with our new friends Jan & Bill.

I am still dog walking at the local animal shelter and enjoying every minute. John and I join the bike group at DT for a bike ride and lunch every Monday. Each week is full of activities here at the park and we could be busy every minute. As Kirsten says it is our "winter summer camp for adults". Life is good.

We do miss all our family and friends. Elaine has airline tickets to Portland in April to help Shannon & Chris with the new baby girl. John & Elaine will both be in Portland and Centralia in June for Sis' 50th wedding anniversary and Dad's 95th birthday. Lots to celebrate this year.