Yuma, AZ
February 5 - March 5, 2014
Our time in Yuma has come and gone. Time flies when you're having fun...
Our puppies had a great time too!
I'm really going to miss our walks there...
I don't know the name of this little guy, but he was very interested in the clanging noise made by the flag on the flagpole.
Sure gave me a chuckle...what a way to start the day!
And speaking of starting the day...every morning we welcomed the sun rising and the sweet smell of fresh celery from the field behind us...
...or the clean smell of freshly plowed dirt as we walked to the doggie park.
We were never lacking in something to do or somewhere we wanted to go. Cooper was a real trooper. In fact I nicknamed him Trooper Cooper. He endured dusty rides in Pearl, hikes,
and being left alone while we enjoyed margaritas and tacos in Algodones AGAIN!!
Joe and I were more than pleasantly surprised at how scenic Yuma and the surrounding area is. Between the Colorado River, the desert, historical sites, and farm lands, I was never lacking in opportunities to photograph this beautiful land we call our home.
In addition to all the exploring, we had many nice evenings sharing dinner with Ronnie and Carol. Ronnie can sure cook some lip smacking, fall off the bone yummy ribs!
There were no goodbyes this morning...instead, hugs and "until next time"...
"safe travels" and...
enjoy!
Sometimes a month seems like only a couple of days when you are having such a wonderful time. Travel safe and be prepared to enjoy more wonderful sights and adventures.
ReplyDeleteGood morning Sandie...time just has a way of flying by these days! We haven't decided on spring and summer plans yet. I love the planning and the going!
DeleteAs always time flies when you are having way too much fun. Accompanied by your beautiful shots your posts sure did demonstrates the wonderful time you had in Yuma.
ReplyDeleteSafe travels on your next new home.
We are back in Tucson for a month before heading north....somewhere.
DeleteThanks for the kind words about my photography. I am always admiring your pictures too!
Have a great day MonaLiza!
Has it been a whole month? What a great place this turned out to be for you. Glad you enjoyed it and we certainly enjoyed going along with you.
ReplyDeleteThanks Wanderin'! It's so nice to visit new places and be pleasantly surprised about how pretty the area is!
DeleteWhat a beautiful area and you got some really great pictures.
ReplyDeleteThank you Karen. We had a wonderful time!
DeleteThanks, Gay, for great blogging of this area. We are looking forward to spending more time next winter.
ReplyDeleteYou are very welcome Pam. I don't think your I'll be disappointed! This has been a great time of year to visit Yuma.
DeleteWe always love coming to this area, so much to see and do with awesome weather! Travel safe.
ReplyDeleteI hear you George! The weather has been especially nice this year. It was our first visit to Yuma...what a treat!
DeleteYou sure are developing an eye for picture taking! Great bird photos! Love the tree pic. Love the colors of Algodones. And the homeyness of the two porch chairs. It sounds like you found the perfect Winter home. Safe travels you two.
ReplyDeleteThank you sooooo much Gayle!
DeleteWe so enjoyed visiting Yuma through your beautiful pictures and descriptive words! Thank you for sharing your travels with us. Can't wait to see your next destination!
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Ahhh...thanks Robbye! We haven't decided exactly how or when, but will head north to Utah and Colorado for the spring and summer.
DeleteWe can see why you're going to miss being in that area but there is still so much more of this land to explore.
ReplyDeleteLeaving friends new or old to go in different directions is always the hardest thing to do.
Be Safe and Enjoy!
It's about time.
Hi Rick and Kathy! We sure meet the nicest folks in our travels as I am sure do too. We can hardly wait to head north...
DeleteYou have definitely convinced me that Yuma is high on the list of possibilities for a winter stay next year. We are still tying to decide if we will make our annual trek to Florida from Oregon again or try a West Coast winter. Margaritas and tacos in Algodones are a significant factor!
ReplyDeleteLove the photo of the vintage chairs against the weathered wood.
Thank you Pam...the picture of the chairs was taken at the From the Farm farmers market where we had date shakes.
DeleteThere is a lot to do here if you like the outdoors. The bike paths thru the city parks and wetlands are awesome.
There are dusty, dirty areas, but I just choose not to see them.
Isn't it just so nice that we have the choices about where we want to call home for a season? It's a wonderful life and adventure!
Beautiful photos Gay and very artsy! Beautiful colors and composition! The egret shots are wonderful! Safe travels! It is always so much fun to move on and sad, because you are leaving a place you enjoyed behind. Looks like ya 'll will be bringing beautiful memories with you.
ReplyDeleteWOW! Thank you Sheila!
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