I am at Amado, AZ. Settled in at Mt. View RV Ranch just north of Tubac (an artist's colony) and a few miles south of Green Valley. Had Thanksgiving Potluck here and will be here for at least a month before I head on back to Nevada and then fly to Loreto for Spring.

Went into Tucson yesterday and spent the day viewing pottery and demonstrations and a firing by some of the potters from Mata Ortiz, Mexico. I find their pottery beautiful in mostly white, black and red. Here is a link so you can see for yourself: http://mataortizart.com/

Some of the artic air has moved in down here. Got my zero degree sleeping bag out the other night..................it was down to 34 in my van. The days are comfortable, but need to bundle up for the wind. My little yard is covered with fallen leaves.

Finally connected with a solotrekker from WA at Catalina State Park, AZ and walked the Bird Trail loop this morning. Heading to Amado, AZ.

Drove into the Superstition mtns today to Tortilla Flat and along Canyon Lake. A beautiful drive. This is relaxing place to be so stayed.

Small world. A retired electrician from Golden, CO did all the wiring for my uncles bowling alley. Plus met Barb from Lena Loop, Juneau.

My friends hike on Mt. Lemmon trails in Summer to escape the heat. Am in Apache Junction now and will explore after dinner with ex-juneauite.

Drove up Mt. Lemmon monday for sightseeing and lunch at the Cookie Cabin. Began in valley at 2500' and went to 8000'+ Mt. Lemmon 9000'+

Still exploring Tucson. Went to see Titanic Artifacts Exhibit and walked across the Rattlesnake pedestrian bridge and dinner with friends.

The Reid Park Zoo in Tucson is worth a visit. Small and nice environment for the animals. Saw an anteater.........had not seen one before. Afterwards we rode the little train thru the park and around a small lake that had migrating ducks. Tomorrow may head to Tubac and the art galleries there.

Am settled in Tucson for the next week. Caught up with AZ/Baja friend this afternoon. Zoo tomorrow and a week to explore and hike.

Van Horn, TX. Came via San Angelo and Abilene. One long day or two short driving days back to Tucson where I will stay put for awhile.

Lunch at outdoor cafe on Riverwalk in San Antonio then saw the remains of the Alamo. Met friend for breakfast and others in evening. Fun day.