Our Arizona Get Away

Justin decided for the big 40th birthday that he would like to just get out of town, instead of having a traditional big party. I was not going to argue with that. He made all the arrangements and I let him decide where he wanted to go. Justin has two brothers in Arizona and a missionary companion in Arizona, so that's where we headed. Now we know that we have other family and friends there also and we apologize for not having enough time to see all of you. We did think of you while we were there. When we left home I think the temps were in the 20's. So landing in Phoenix was a warm welcome.

The the time together, the food, and the shopping was great. Poor Justin...There we were for his birthday and there I was shopping like a mad woman. He was very patient and so kind to let me just have fun. Every now and then I even caught him doing a little shopping himself. Justin is so not a shopper. In fact his mood changes completely when he enters a mall. So I was pleasantly surprised by his good moods while I was shopping.



One of the days we spent with Dee in Mesa. We really wanted to get out and enjoy the beautiful weather. Dee took us on a hike on the East Mesa bench. It was a great hike and we were able to see the whole valley from where we stood. The weather was perfect while we were there. I was so amazed with all the fresh citrus growing everywhere. Dee took us to a great little fruit stand to buy tangerines and grapefruit. When we got home and finished them all, we called Dee and he sent us a box of fresh grapefruit. I think we need to start a trade system with him. We'll send fresh produce from the garden in the fall, if he'll continue to send the fresh fruit!! Thanks Dee!! You were a great host.
We had a great few days together. It had been 2 years since our last trip alone, so it was some much needed R&R!!!