Flancers, Glowing Orbs and Diva's!

So, we bid adieu to Tucson... BUT... via a quick side trip to Gilbert for lunch and a last bit of time with Emily.  She was prepping for the boy's birthday party but wanted us to meet for lunch... and we did.  Great Food at a place called Flancers... nummy! 

Halley took our picture... and, through no planning, got the pendent lights perfectly centered about our heads.  Lots of fun comments on that!

Arrived at the Spanish style Hacienda del Sol, here in Tucson!  Very nice... but not quite as handicap accessible... you can get places without stairs... but it's a long way around.  Halley doesn't walk much anymore, so she's been getting a workout which she is NOT use too!  This is a historic hotel and was previously a girls Preparatory School in the 20's, then a bit of a Guest Ranch in the 40's.  At that time you could find Spencer Tracy, John Wayne, Clark Gable, and the likes hanging out here.  The Guest Ranch was soon out of favor... the place sorta changed hands and lost it's status, until the mid 90's when some investors brought it to what it is today.  They have kept the simplicity and the rooms are pretty authentic.  It also has a fabulous restaurant which is well known with lots of awards. 

Anyway... unpacked and headed to Diva Christy and Tom's for a BBQ including Liz, Gary, Julie, & Jens.  First time the Diva's and their spouses were together... We all have so much fun!

You know... if we tried to make this shot happen, it never would... strictly a coincidence!

One of several courtyards around the hotel.... 

Our Patio... one of the few rooms that has a patio...

Dinner at Diva Christy's... with Julie and Liz too... plus the guys... plus Halley!  Way FUN!