The weather was starting to heat up in Yuma, so we figured we would head to higher elevation in Tucson and cooler weather. Well, we got our wish. After we were in town for a few days, they received one of the heaviest snowfalls in a couple decades. We didn’t completely escape winter after all. It was entertaining to see people outside just enjoying the snowfall.
Heading to Tucson offered us a different perspective on the Sonoran Desert vs. Yuma. As we found out they are very different habitats. We were able to really see this when we visited the Desert Museum. What an incredible place! We liked it so much, we visited there three times and became members. It was fascinating seeing the various habitats that the Sonoran desert covers. The museum highlights both the wildlife and vegetation.
While we were in Tucson we also visited Mount Lemmon, Coronado National Forest and Sentinel Peak Park. All three boasted distinct beauty. Mount Lemmon with the changing habitats and beautiful views from the base of the mountain up through the highest point around 9000 feet. Coronado National Forest with scenic hiking trails and Sentinel Peak Park offered a beautiful perspective overlooking the city.
At various places around Tucson we observed spectacular sunsets. Sunsets are one of the amazing blessings we are able to enjoy everywhere we travel.
By the time we arrived in Tucson we were were living in “The Den” for about 4 months and still adjusting to this lifestyle. We have come to learn to adjust to situations as they arise. While we were at the park, a couple the transformers went out and we were without shore power for a few days. This gave us the opportunity to utilize our generator and solar setup. I still did not have a great grasp on how exactly our complete system was setup. As my brother Billy often says “When the student is ready, the teacher will appear”. One day I struck up a conversation with our neighbor Karen. As we were talking, her husband Rob came out of their rig. After introductions, Rob said he had visited our blog (as the URL is posted on the back The Den). He offered very sincere words of encouragement and compassion.
As we discussed the power outage, our conversation naturally steered toward power supply. It was very clear that Rob knew a lot about electrical systems. As it turns out, Rob is a Mechanical Engineer. He taught me a great deal about how The Den is wired. Before we left that park, Rob drew out a diagram of how our rig is wired. How awesome (and timely) is that? We are are so grateful for the people we are meeting along this journey that help us in many ways.
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4 thoughts on “Tucson – A Much Different Desert”
Nice scenery, thanks for capturing that part of the country.
The quote you are referring to is not exactly the way I have said it, but I like your twist on it too Bro.
Maybe another poem heading your way 🙂
Hi Patrick & Coleen, Pam and I enjoy following you throughout your travels. We look forward to the day when you folks land here in Madison for a visit. In Serenity, Scott
Hello Scott,
On our blog we may still be in Tucson, but we are in Wisconsin now. We will be in Madison next week. I look forward to seeing you all again. I sure have missed you guys.
Warm regards,
Patrick
Colleen & Patrick,
So VERY Much Fun to read our your Great Adventure is going: the Vistas, Challenges & successes of relying on each Other. just got back fro visiting my Father at Ivy Hill Cemetery this past weekend. He wanted me to tell Hello. And, you can call on him anytime. On my way back from Malcom, IA I stopped by a Park and next to the bench was a stone sign that read: “There’s no place like home except Grandpa’s.” And then At Mercy Hospital in the Gift ship I saw a sign that read:’ If Tears could build a stairway, and Memories a lane, I’d walk right up to Heaven and Bring you Home again.” May all Your Dreams, Hopes & Travels provide you with eht Truth & Calm You seek and deserve. Blessings!:>)
In Thought, Heart & Prayer
Tim Baltisberger Madison, WI