Corona de Tucson
November 6, 2025
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| This is the first cactus Joe and I bought when we moved in our sticks and stucco in March'21. It's called a Candy Barrel Cactus. When we purchased the cactus there was one little barrel about the size Joe's fist which we were advised to plant in a huge pot. It has grown and now there are three barrels. I have followed directions on watering and fertilizing and two of the rounded barrels are much bigger than a basketball. This is the first bloom! When we returned from our fall trip mid October, Joe took the doors off Pearl and put on the summer doors. Living in Tucson I think fall doors is a better name for the tube doors with no windows. We decided to take a drive up the Sky Island Byway. Not having any windows sure made the drive lots more fun. The never ending views seemed to be an arms length away and it was wonderful actually feeling the change in temps as we climbed about 5700 ft in elevation. This twisting and turning National Scenic Byway has never disappointed.   Our destination was Summerhaven and Ski Valley and leaf peeping was the plan. We walked, enjoyed the breeze, sat in the warm sunshine and listened to the leaves, I enjoyed taking photos and Lucy had fun chasing leaves.        The autumn colors weren't the only thing we enjoyed. The Sweet Tooth never disappoints either!  The Holliday Kick-off at Gather started last Wednesday evening. I am sure it was quite beautiful to see at night, but we waited until Thursday to make the trek to Tucson. It is no secret I love going to peruse the displays there and November is a favorite time to go. This time of the year is the exception and Gather will be open every weekend thru December 14th.  |
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| This was one of my favorite trees. All the decorations on all the trees are for sale right off the tree. |
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| And this was another favorite tree...a variety of beautiful colors and owls. |
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| So many bells...huge bells, tiny bells, and bells all sizes in between...jingle bells, sleigh bells, cow bells... red bells, silver bells...garlands of bells, single bells on a rope...new bells and old bells. |
Back at the oasis, the weather has been so nice and what a treat it is to take our daily walks whenever we want to or in-between this and that.
Lucy loves to be outside.
A heard of five deer strolled by.
We had to relocate a big, fat, Sphinx Moth Caterpillar.
Watched the sunset.
And added pretty fall colors to the kitchen bar. This is the vase I got at St Phillips Plaza a few weeks ago. I have other pieces from this potter...I love his work!
So that's a wrap for this blog. Like Janna, "Whew, I think I am all caught up!"
I'll close with a few extra photos...
Until next time,
HAPPY TRAILS!
SWEET DREAMS!
Oh, how I yearn to hear the sound of the leaves rustling through the trees. Your fall foliage pictures are amazing. While I love the sound of the wind through the pines, this is the time of the year that I miss Wisconsin and its leaves the most.
ReplyDeleteGood morning Jim…and thank you! It was such a beautiful day! I also miss not having fall colors in the yard. We were surrounded by trees in Georgia.
DeleteWe enjoy seeing fall twice--once in MT and now in AZ. Ahhh--Gather--I really need to find something similar in our area! Loved all those little owls. And the cardinal--the birds haven't found my suet just yet--but they will I bet. That vase is gorgeous as are the flowers in it! Sweet Lucy--the joy a pup gives us is to be treasured!
ReplyDeleteGood morning Janna…I hope to return one more time before Christmas to peruse Gather. It’s always fun to see the decorations and displays. I’m betting with you that the cardinals find your suet. We see them mostly at dawn and dusk…unless they are feeding the babies. How fortunate to see fall twice! And I so agree…pups do fill our hearts with joy!
DeleteGood morning Gay. We love that Tucson drive too. We've not done it at this time of year though, something I see is too bad. The leaf pictures are stunning! Perhaps we'll take a little trip down Tucson way this winter, Gather looks very interesting.
ReplyDeleteIt's nice to be settled at home, the birds are happy we're here and quite demanding if we don't get their daily treats outside ON TIME!
Good morning Sue and thank you! It was a gorgeous day! Joe and I have not taken the back/gravel road to Mt Lemmon yet. It has been on the list forever ! We stopped at Bear Wallow road, but it was so packed we had a hard time just trying to turn around and leave so it is still on the list too! We would LOVE for you to come to Tucson…the door is always open here! As great as the feeling is to head out for an adventure, the great feeling of just coming home is awesome too!
DeleteI never cease to be impressed by the diversity of natural beauty in Arizona and am so grateful to have friends who capture the parts I don't see on my own!! The red in those leaves is incredible. And how fun to go see it with Pearl in her light dressing :-) You've definitely whet my whistle to get to Gathering for the holiday eye candy. Love, love that cute owl. How special to have dancing deer in your neighborhood!! Miss Lucy's curls are too adorable.
ReplyDeleteGood morning Jodee…it was a perfect day to capture the leaves with the sunlight and blue sky. The red leaves were stunning! Arizona has so much to offer. And we are so happy to call it home. And what fun it is and has been to travel and explore its beauty, history, and flavorful delights! Gather is always on the November “to do” list! Lucy is quite sassy with her curls!
DeleteSpectacular pictures of all the gorgeous colors of fall. Much prettier than the pictures I saw on the news tonight. Thanks
ReplyDeleteGood morning Sandie…thank you so much! I think those reddish/orange leaves are my my new favorite color! Hope things are going good for you!
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