Category Archives: life in Scottsdale

The Arabians are Coming

Posted on December 28, 2011 by Karen of Scottsdale

Arabian horses are a big deal in Scottsdale.  Horses are a prominent part of the history in the Southwest, but especially here in Scottsdale.  All over Old Town you find life-size horse statues that are magnificent creations.  I have a … Continue reading →

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Merry Christmas

Posted on December 28, 2011 by Karen of Scottsdale

Okay, so Christmas was a few days ago. We had a very quiet Christmas this year – just me and Norm. Neither of us bothered to buy a gift for the other one because we’re both too lazy to go … Continue reading →

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Why not end the Week with Me?

Posted on October 14, 2011 by azNorm

I have one great idea for all of you, end the week reading the ramblings of a Senior from Arizona who is blessed with a beautiful young wife. Karen and I like to spend time driving around the metro Phoenix … Continue reading →

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Translator Please

Posted on September 28, 2011 by Karen of Scottsdale

A couple of weeks ago we were Walmart, a.k.a. Wally World, in the optical shop.  I was looking at eyewear frames while waiting to have mine repaired.  There was also a woman there with three very young children.  Her little … Continue reading →

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Bigger

Posted on September 14, 2011 by azNorm

The Walmart   here in Scottsdale just expanded.   It’s huge.   Seems like no matter what you are shopping for, you now can find it all under one roof. It’s even better if you go there with a fist … Continue reading →

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Getting Around

Posted on August 9, 2011 by Karen of Scottsdale

Although it’s rather hot out, a lot of people still bike around Scottsdale, especially in the early hours of the day.  We were driving around the other day and Norm said he thought it would be fun to have a … Continue reading →

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A Day of Grace

Posted on July 16, 2011 by Karen of Scottsdale

So it was July 4th and since we don’t live near the family I like to do something different on the holidays so I don’t feel so homesick. The plan for this one was to make a quick trip to … Continue reading →

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Pine Needles and Other Debris

Posted on June 29, 2011 by Karen of Scottsdale

Some very kind young people from our church came by one day recently and did some cleanup in our front and back yards.  We really appreciate all the hard work they put in to help clean up all the weeds … Continue reading →

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