Tucson is a city dramatic in its mountainous sometimes prickly beauty but subtle in its unpretentious charm.
The beauty of cactus.
The lovely El Encanto neighborhood.
Driving through El Encanto, a wonderful residential neighborhood, is a favorite activity and a personal requirement.
My parent’s friends own the stately beauty above.
This art deco Moroccan mauve vision intrigues and requires a visit.
Not all of the El Encanto homes are large. There are numerous smaller yet equally fascinating cottages located there.
Some homes would be a fun project such as this one.
Mexican food is a must when visiting Arizona.
The Little One has a large assortment of daily juices such as Mango-Peach and Prickly Pear.
Little Cafe Poca Cosa, also known as The Little One, is a gem for numerous reasons. Primarily because the food is fantastic. Secondly, the owner requires hugs upon leaving, is green-minded as well as charitably minded. A large donation jar allows patrons to give to numerous needy causes. A blackboard posts the prior month’s amounts and the recipients.
La Immaculada, Virgin of the Immaculate Conception, South American, 17th century.
The Tucson Museum of Art has a small permanent collection of Spanish Colonial arts.
The crucifix on the left features Las Animas (lost souls) along the bottom. These are souls in Purgatory hoping to be raised up to Heaven.
Local wildlife spotting is always fun.
A desert bunny trying to not be seen.
Quail babies are tiny and difficult to see as they blend in with the dirt.
This trip the coyotes and javelinas were illusive, but there was a proliferation of bunnies, hummingbirds, and quail.
Until next time, Tucson. Can’t wait to return.
Casa V can incorporate the beautiful lessons learned from the desert such as drama, scale, and beauty to your home wherever it may be.