Canyon Ranch, May 2008 on and around the property

At the entrance to CANYON RANCH - Tucson
PALO VERDE TREE- The Arizona State Tree

View from my 'cabin' by the T-pool, room 732. The birds, Jackrabbit, and lots of other animals live comfortably on the property.


The Spa lobby and views of the surrounding mountains. Always an opportunity to sit and enjoy the peaceful surroundings. Meditation, deep breathing, lounging, cooling off, whatever you want to call it, Canyon Ranch has a spot for you to do it, and do it well. :)

Some cabins have patios in front, others in back. Always a spot to relax.

Double U cafe, casual dining in or outside overlooking one of the pools and mountain landscape. The modern and always updated bathroom, yes, that's a bathroom.

The art studio is where you can find me during the past two years. Outsdie the studio is this great sap full tree. The sap has run onto the stone wall and left inspiration for the watercolors and pottery pieces I work on. To my delight, I found these types of art work great relaxation. My analytical brain actually goes to sleep a bit while I work in the studio. Phew! :)

cactus flower. Other cacti produce edible flowers, some which were used in the meals.

ok, so not a flower. actually Phoenix airport, leaving vacation...back to the real world. Yes, phoenix. Took shuttle from Tucson to Phoenix to visit Anne's family. See other blog.