30 November 2012
29 November 2012
New cactus species: metal
Tucson boasts 350 sunny days a year so it can be hard to believe that we actually also get FREEZING temperatures - at least briefly. To prepare for that cold spell this clever and artistic homeowner has designed and constructed a trio of metal of cacti to cover his outdoor pipes! I love it - a marriage of beauty and utility.
28 November 2012
27 November 2012
26 November 2012
Tucson totem - magnificent eagle
This huge, impressive totem sculpture, "Messenger," is on Speedway near Houghton. Scroll to second photo for full info about this piece. A four part message is inscribed under its wings:
The Eyes of the Future Are Looking Back at Us; To Protect What is Wild is to Protect What is Gentle; We Have it Within Our Power; To Create Merciful Acts.
25 November 2012
24 November 2012
23 November 2012
No Black Friday Hassles ~
If you want to totally avoid the hysteria of Black Friday, let me suggest a kinder, gentler way to shop! For all of you who LOVED the image of the depressed big horn ram that I posted months ago, let me remind you that I was prompted by TDP followers to put the image on a t-shirt. I did that and more ~ it's also available as a mousepad! Part of the proceeds go to the Arizona Sonora Desert Museum (where the ram lives). To purchase the t-shirt and mousepad, go to this Etsy link. Get a big piece of your holiday shopping done with a click of the mouse. Your friends will thank you for the unique gift and the Desert Museum will thank you for your support. Happy shopping!
22 November 2012
Happy Turkey Day Everyone!
So how big of a bird are you cooking today? I bet this one tops it! He is ENORMOUS! Standing guard at the corner of Kolb & 22nd at the Toyota dealership, this Mr Tom Turkey is impressive. He's even wearing a Pilgrim's hat. Do scroll through the photos so that you can see him front, side, and back. Wow - gobble, gobble, indeed. I hope you are all having a wonderful day filled with food and fun. Happy Thanksgiving!
21 November 2012
Last strands hanging ~
All around Tucson the "seasonal decoration" tents popped up right before Halloween. They did a great business selling tons of pumpkins and some bunches of colorful Indian corn. Today it seems like the only thing left was a few chile ristras. The whole tent was empty except for a few strands of these chiles! I'm sure that by Friday the tent will be full again - this time with Christmas trees. Curious to learn more about this tradition? Click here.
20 November 2012
Almost time for fire pits ~
It's definitely getting cooler. And since we do try and use our patios 12 months a year, it's good to have a source for warmth. If you don't have a fireplace or kiva outside, here's a solution - a metal fire pit. And check out the nice metal privacy screens topping the fence - decorative and practical.
19 November 2012
18 November 2012
17 November 2012
Honoring Tucson bicyclists ~
In honor of today's world famous El Tour de Tucson bicycle race, I'm posting one of Tucson's ghost bikes. The ghost bikes honor bicyclists who have been killed by motorists. This one is for Kevin Robinson. For more information on both the race and the world-wide Ghost Bike project, click the links below.
http://www1.perimeterbicycling.com/el-tour-de-tucson/
http://ghostbikes.org/tucson
http://www1.perimeterbicycling.com/el-tour-de-tucson/
http://ghostbikes.org/tucson
16 November 2012
15 November 2012
14 November 2012
13 November 2012
12 November 2012
11 November 2012
10 November 2012
09 November 2012
Parade's big, bodacious "tatas" ~
Yes, indeed. That IS what you are looking at - bodacious tatas indeed! This is the last of the 3-day display of images from Tucson's 2012 All Souls Procession held on Sunday, Nov 4. The red-wigged reveler was the center of a lot of attention in this year's parade!!
The second image is particularly close to my heart. This papier mache dog float is supported by a stand that displays photos and drawings of many many pets who have crossed the Rainbow Bridge. With pets being such an important part of my life, I was very happy to see our canine friends honored in the procession.
Photos courtesy Mark Wight
The second image is particularly close to my heart. This papier mache dog float is supported by a stand that displays photos and drawings of many many pets who have crossed the Rainbow Bridge. With pets being such an important part of my life, I was very happy to see our canine friends honored in the procession.
Photos courtesy Mark Wight
08 November 2012
More Souls Honored ~ All Souls Procession 2012
Here is a second batch of photos from the November 4, 2012 All Souls Procession in downtown Tucson. The lighted globe float marked all the places in the world where this honored woman's ashes were distributed. Mother, daughter, sister, friend, aunt, grandmother - it's an awesome display of affection.
The lower photo honors features the classic "Day of the Dead" skull masks on this couple walking with their young daughter. For more info and a VIDEO of the parade, click here:
Photos courtesy Mark Wight
07 November 2012
Annual All Souls Procession ~
People honor loved ones in their family as well as notable individuals who have made world contributions (Neil Armstrong was honored this year with an oustanding float). I'll be posting several more fabulous photos of these festivities over the next few days so do check back!
Photos courtesy Mark Wight
06 November 2012
05 November 2012
04 November 2012
03 November 2012
02 November 2012
01 November 2012
Newest Team Tucson member ~
For those of you who visit the site regularly, you know that every once in a while I shine a spotlight on someone who helps to make Tucson great. Here I am pleased to introduce you to Mark Wilson, the owner of the great Halloween House you saw yesterday. Mark is the 16th member of "Team Tucson" and he loves that neighbors and passersby enjoy his decorations and his imaginative yard art. He has a wonderful outlook on life - stay positive!
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