Day 5 to 10 - Tehachapi, CA to Phoenix, AZ

Ok, I have a few days to make up. After leaving Tehachapi we headed for the outlet stores in Barstow, so Barb could pick up some socks. If you have ever been to Barstow you know it’s in the middle of nowhere. So I was a little surprised to see two tour buses dropping of tourists for a little shopping. Why? Are outlet stores in Barstow the best we have for visitors from another country.

Then on to La Quinta and a five night visit with neighbors from home. And I have to say there is no better place to visit. The morning starts with coffee and an oatmeal cookie. Next up is one very good Bloody Mary followed by a fruit plate. Scrambled eggs and toast or an omelet out might be next. Happy hour starts around five. Tough days.

Saturday night we went to the Palm Springs Follies, which is one of the most amazing shows I’ve even seen. Check out www.psfollies.com for the full scoop on this great show. If you are ever in the area don’t miss this one.

We also took a look at some model homes at a Sun City Indio, none of which impressed. After a few purchases at a kitchen store we picked up some dates at Shields Date Garden. Founded in 1924, Shields has every kind of date you can think of and the date shake is much better than it sounds.

Snow at home and 75 degrees in La Quinta. I think we just may be back next year.

Today it was a four hour drive to the Phoenix area. After lunch we spent some time driving around Sun City West, where we might spend some time next winter. More checking on that tomorrow.

So that’s the last few days.

La Quinta Sunset