Desert Hat

Given the amount of thermonuclear radiation we received here in southern Arizona, it seemed prudent to protect my fair complexion and delicate constitution with a stylish hat...

And no, this image was not created with one of those face-aging apps

Nonconformist

There's always one in the group that has to be different from the rest...

Summer Heat

New GPS

When I Was Growing Up

I suspect the kids today do not recognize the old test patterns before and after regular programming...

Hot Weather

It's' starting to get a little warm here in southern Arizona...

Long Tailed Lizard

Look at the length of this lizard's tail. What was Mother Nature thinking?

California Vs Texas

Major Felony

Bad Tasting Bug

Sad News

When I moved into the park 15 years ago, the first couple I met were my neighbors, Terry & Gail Averett. We became very good friends and shared some great times together. Unfortunately, Gail passed away yesterday after a long period of declining health. She was one of the nicest people I have ever met and will be missed. My condolences to Terry for his loss.

Hot & Dry

In case you were wondering what it is like living in the desert in the summer, the current temperature is 103 degrees F and the humidity is 7%. Here's a look at the ATV wash station...

One Fat Toad

The Original ATV

Thinking of buying this to get me through the brutal winters here in southern Arizona...

Freshly Squeezed OJ

Why spend money on an expensive juicer...

Incredible Flexibility

Protecting Property

Now that all my neighbors have left for the summer, I have had to take additional safety measures to protect my property from roaming gangs of Guatemalans and their goats...

Surreal Images

I've created an online gallery featuring AI generated photos that you might enjoy. Here are a couple of examples...

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Dangerous Critter

As if scorpions, tarantulas, rattlesnakes and bobcats were not bad enough, I am now having to contend with this monster...

Summer Heat

It's beginning to look like we are going to have a hot summer here in southern Arizona. They are predicting a high temperature tomorrow of 314 degrees Kelvin...

Mystery Solved

Lately, I have been seeing and hearing more coyotes in the area. I have long suspected it is due to my neighbor, Glenn, leaving his shoes outside at night which makes the coyotes think there is something dead in the park. Finally, I have proof...

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Summer Silence

Now that the "snowbirds" have returned home, the park has once again become eerily quiet. At night there is only the hum of air conditioners and the occasional heavy-duty truck out on the highway. I've been in cemeteries where there was more life. It's a pleasant change from the hustle and bustle of the winter season.

Gambel's Quail Closeup

Customer No Service

Last week, my icemaker quit working. I called a repair company, and they scheduled a technician to come out Friday between 12-2 p.m. No one showed up, no one called. I called another company and they scheduled a technician to come out this morning at 9 a.m. Again, no one showed up, no one called. When I checked with the dispatcher, I was told that my address was too far out of town and they did not offer service in that area. Unfortunately, customer service is no longer what it used to be.

Evaporative Cooler

We have been experiencing above normal temperatures here in southern Arizona along with the usual low humidity. As a way to cool the home, lower the electric bill and raise the humidity to a healthier level, I have purchased a Uthfy Evaporative Air Cooler. It does not eliminate the need for AC, but it does help.