From gray and gloomy to rainy and muddy to sunny. Simultaneously, I went from tired and unmotivated to exhilarated and inspired. The weather in Phoenix on Sunday made running on Murphy’s Bridle Path a rewarding experience. It has been difficult to get motivated to run in recent uncharacteristically stormy weather. Whatever pushed me out the door that day — mostly guilt from gorging on nachos, a pretzel with cheese and chocolate-covered ... Read the Post...
Going underground at Kartchner Caverns State Park
In November 1974, two University of Arizona students discovered an enormous cave in the Whetstone Mountains of southern Arizona. In order to protect it, Gary Tenen and Randy Tufts embarked on a 13-year mission to turn it into a park. This involved keeping its existence a secret. They also needed the cooperation of the Kartchners, owners of the land that is home to their monumental discovery. An incredible journey ensued, culminating in the ... Read the Post...
Tombstone, Arizona, Trip
When many Phoenicians consider a weekend getaway, I suspect many of them choose to venture north, where snow and scenic views await. However, the scenery is just as awe-inspiring down south as it is in the high country. The drive is about the same length to go to Tombstone, the Wild West boomtown that was the site of the legendary O.K. Corral. Today, it gives off the impression of being ... Read the Post...
A Morning at Iao Valley State Park in Maui
My final hours on Maui were slightly depressing though blissful, if that makes sense. I didn’t want to leave paradise. But we decided to make the most of our time there by visiting Iao Valley State Park. It was easy to find from Kaanapali, we just took Highway 30 and turned left on Main Street and onto Iao Valley Road. We paid the $5 to park in the lot, though we could see locals parking on the side of the road just outside the ... Read the Post...
