So after spending an extended weekend in the Valley of the Sun, also known as the Phoenix Metropolitan area, I couldn’t help but be amazed by the extent of growth. It had been nearly 5 years since I was out in the outskirts of Phoenix like Peoria and Surprise, and was amazed to see the sheer number of master planned communities. It looked like neighbourhoods of up to 40,000 homes were in the works. Aside from the “cookie cutter” curb appeal, I was amazed to find out how limited and expensive the ”upgrade” options were from the builders.
I think I might be more inclined to purchase an undeveloped acre of desert and build my own individual oasis, upgrades included.
Anyhow, I am back, and that was the most striking part of my trip. Urban, and now suburban sprawl. That and the critters. I am not sure how a spider or scorpion that I have never encountered in countless trips to the desert can be so bothersome, but man do they creep me out.
But if you do happen to find yourself in the Phoenix area, and you think the desert is nothing but dead plants and virtually devoid of life, try checking out the Botanical Gardens, you might be surprised just what lurks in the desert.
Back on topic tomorrow.
