Snow is still on the ground here in Seattle, and while it’s been sunny outside, it is still miserably cold. 
I’ve been spending lots of time thinking about my flying schedule and trying to figure out how to get some place a little warmer.  It may be time for a few day get away to Palm Springs.
Palm Springs will be crowded next week, with lots of people in town for the Bob Hope Chrysler Classic (a celebrity pro-am golf tournament) hosted by comedian/actor George Lopez.  The tournament runs from January 17-21st.
It will be a good time for star sightings in the …read more

It’s always good when it’s about the shopping, even better when it’s about the food.  And when you can combine those interests together, you just know good things have to happen.
That’s what you can do on a visit to the Upper Crust Cooking Company in Palm Desert, California.
I first tried the Upper Crust’s products when best pal, Anita (in photo above), brought some cheese home on returning from a trip to the desert.  It was a soft, spreadable cheese, with the distinctive taste of horseradish. 
I’ll be the first to acknowledge that I am not a fan of horseradish; yet, the …read more

Memorial Day weekend marks the beginning of the summer season, which runs through Labor Day in September.  
It is the first three-day weekend of the supposedly nice weather season, luring crowds to beaches, parks and tourist destinations.  Airlines are expecting record number of travelers.  The roads are expected to be crowded with travelers, despite the high prices of gas.
I’ll be staying home for part of the weekend, spending time catching up on a few household projects and just relaxing.  In Seattle, rain is in the forecast, so no outdoor activities are planned.
Then, on Monday, I’ll fly to Palm Springs to visit …read more

Palm Springs, over the past decade has changed its image.  No longer just the haven for the retired, blue-haired, geriatric but still golfing, set, the area has broadened its appeal to all ages and all types of families.  The city is courting meeting planners, trying to convince them that it is the ideal spot for convention and conference attendees.  So far, it seems to be working.
One of my favorite things to do on an unencumbered Palm morning is to get in an early walk at The Living Desert in Palm Desert.  Founded in 1970, it is a zoo and botanical …read more