Michael’s birthday started on a high note – literally – with a hot air balloon ride over Scottsdale/Phoenix. It was his 57th birthday, he was born in 1957 and 57 is my lucky number, so it had to be a special celebration. … [Read more...] about the best of scottsdale, day 2: birthdays, balloons, burgers and butterflies
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what you didn’t know about scottsdale
Before I share our day two adventures, I think I should clear up a couple of misconceptions about Scottsdale, in general, and the Phoenician, in particular. 1. First of all, contrary to popular belief, Scottsdale is not just a spa location. Trust me, this kind of surprised me, … [Read more...] about what you didn’t know about scottsdale
the best of scottsdale, day one: the phoenician
I’ve had a love affair with Scottsdale for years. Michael played in the Pro-Am there when it was called the FBR Invitational, and my mom, sister and I have celebrated six annual birthday weekends basking at Scottsdale spas. So this year, when I was trying to figure out what to … [Read more...] about the best of scottsdale, day one: the phoenician