Day 1 - Home to Scottsdale, AZ

Up at 6:40 and on the road by 9:00. As usual our first stop was Starbucks for a mocha to share and then I was off taking the long, out of the way route to out first stop. There is an easy way involving maybe 5 turns. Then there is the other way involving at least 35 traffic lights, most of which required a stop.

First stop was the Scottsdale Fashion Square mall, where a few purchases were made and lunch was at best average. Did stop by the store where we bought the espresso machine and inquired about a little problem. Walked out with a handful of spare parts to try out and a phone number to call if the problem persists.

Then it was off to Old Town Scottsdale to window shop. Actually we go in to shop, but I say window shop because we don’t usually buy anything. Barb did leave with one small item, but under $25 doesn’t count for her.

Once a year Barb gets a free night at a Marriott Courtyard. Last year we went to Scottsdale and had enough fun to return this year. Dinner we at the same absolutely great Mexican place. We will be back again next year.