Have a Happy Valentine's Day! Click this funny video twice to activate it!

Alien pod?

Tucson's fabulous Gem & Mineral Show has been in town and, as always, there are amazing things to see. This fantastic "pod" is the size of a boat and it is filled with amethysts. Just gorgeous! The geode has been cut away in three locations so that you can view the sparkling interior. Wow! 

My what big ears you have!

I spotted the Humane Society's bus in the Petsmart parking lot which means they were hosting a special adoption day at the store. I snapped this photo and it wasn't until I posted it here did I realize what a funny angle this was. The palm trees behind the bus give the big pup BIG ears! Fun!

Kiss! Sweet!

The clever staff at the Humane Society's Thrift Shop (one of my favorite places to shop and to donate!) has set up a "Kissing Booth" for Valentine's Day. You can give this adorable plush golden retriever toy a hug or a kiss if you put 25 cents into the pink decorated jar. Sweet!!

View at the Top ~

The upscale La Encantada shopping center in Tucson has multiple levels and the top one features long distance viewers so that you can admire the landscape. This one provides a view south of all of Tucson. And yes, our sky really is that blue!!

Feels like a vacation ~

Today the temperature soared past 80 degrees in Tucson. The Living Room Wine Bar at La Encantada was a welcome respite. The billowing curtains created an island vacation atmosphere! 

Neighborhood Rest Area ~

While walking with my dogs I came upon this odd sight in an alley. This perfectly nice chair was just sitting in the weeds. Weird, yes?