Thursday, October 1, 2009

Arizona - Family Style

Down to Arizona we went last weekend as I started my whirlwind tour of Arizona promoting SUU along the way. Chad, Kel & I flew down and hit up some fun.

WE PACKED.

Actually, Keller packed. Can't leave Baby Bear, blankie or pillow. Who needs clothes or a toothbrush with these comforts from home?


WE CHECKED IN.
I was very excited to see I was 'Guest of the Day' at my favorite Scottsdale Holiday Inn Express that I have stayed at for years. I have coveted that 'Guest of the Day' title & nifty gift bag for many a stayover.


WE ATE.
CHINO BANDIDO

One of our favorites featured on Food Network's Diners, Drive-Ins & Dives. It combines Mexican, Jamaican & Chinese food in one luxurious trip to 'Flavor Town'. [thanks Guy!]

LO LO'S CHICKEN & WAFFLES
A new hotspot -- featuring just what it says -- fried chicken & waffles. Tasty waffles. Yes, that is a jar of red Koolaid. It was dang good!



CHICK-FIL-A
I know it's not a local hotspot like we usually try to hit. But, we don't have them at home & they are my favorite. I think I'm squeezing in 3 visits to this fast-food paradise during my AZ week.


WE PLAYED.
We swam. We napped.
We bowled. The ramp was a fun touch. Sad to say that even with bumpers up the whole game, Chad & I still didn't break 100. WE CHEERED ON THE HOME TEAM. Went to the Arizona Diamondbacks baseball game. Keller loved the game & even got a chance to hit the ball pitched by a real pitcher & run the bases at a kiddy play field they had in the stadium.

WE EXPLORED.
Checked out a swap meet in a less than desirable area of town. Saw the Mystery Castle from the gate. Walked through Arizona Mills -- shopping wonder of the world! Went to a farmer's market.

WE HAD A GREAT TIME.

3 comments:

Funder Customs said...

Looks like fun. I hope you liked Lo Lo's! I got that text from Chad way late because I was in Bear Lake with poor service. I couldn't tell if you guys liked it or not. Can' wait to try Chino Bandito when we go down for Thanksgiving!

Funder Customs said...

Sorry, that was me (Nicole).

KFinley said...

That seriously looks like a great time!