During spring break, we drove out to the Valley of the Sun...
Phoenix, Arizona!
But first, a rest stop at Chiriaco Summit before crossing state lines.
Road trip conversations are few and far lately.
First meal in Arizona. Kids choice. No surprise.
I love the pace and vibe of Downtown Phoenix.
Late night cravings.
Bedmates for four nights.
Farm to table lunch at The Farm at South Mountain.
It's a hidden gem in the desert.
I love the change of scenery.
The weather was perfect.
Scottsdale has amazing restaurants.
Buck & Rider was my favorite meal of the trip.
The best part of vacation was brunch'n everyday!
Motto I can live by.
We stayed at the Arizona Grand Resort & Spa.
Home of the Oasis Water Park.
And $12 snow cones.
My gorgeous girl.
Always my vacation drink, Virgin Pina Colada.
Schmancy fancy dinner along the Camelback Corridor at the The Gladly.
We fit in a hike to accommodate all skill levels.
The beginner group.
The intermediate group.
See hole-in-the-rock from the front.
See hole-in-the-rock from the back.
This put a smile on my brunch face.
Over Easy appeared in Guy Fieri's Diners, Drive-Ins & Dives!
Campus tour at Arizona State University so Truman can check out their School of Engineering.
We drove back to downtown to have dinner at Pomo Pizzeria. I love the simple and fresh ingredients of Neapolitan pizza.
Bruschette with mascarpone cream, figs, prosciutto, and honey - OH YES!!
Hotel room Easter Egg hunt. I found some great hiding spots.
Alternate Easter baskets.
Fuego at the Clarendon for Easter Brunch before hitting the road.
Presley said they had the best black beans. And he knows beans.
Post-vacation fatigue sets in.
Nothing like xiao long bao in SGV.
And a clean car for a reset and reentry into regular life.
