Carefree, Arizona
Carefree, Arizona
The past few days we have been in Carefree, Arizona participating in the Carefee Christmas festival. They really go all out here. There were carolers in the evenings, entertainment through out the day, snow…yes they made snow. Carriage rides and a small train for the kids to ride too. There are also about 120 vendors selling their wares, which is what we did. We got here on Wednesday because we needed to set up on Thursday. That gave us Wednesday afternoon to explore this cute little town. The center of town has fabulous gardens with all kinds of desert plants, sculptures, and shops.
I’m not sure what this plant is, but it looked like coral.
This is a big carved rock. It was part of a larger metal sculpture. I love it!
The funnest part about this town is the street names. This a couple of the street corners we saw.
This giant Gila monster is actually a slide for the kids. This is where yesterdays photo was taken.
Then of course there is the art show. This was my first time having my photography at an art show. (I was pretty nervous about it all)
This is not such a great shot. I took it with my phone and the sun was cutting the booth in half.
The huge storm that hit California brought rain here on Friday night and Saturday day. I don’t think I have ever been in such a bad hail storm. While this area really needs the rain, it could have waited a week or so.
Saturday morning I was walking the dogs and as we came to a small rise in the road, I saw a coyote stopped and looking at us. Of course I stopped and watched to see what his plan was going to be. Pretty soon a javelina (wild pig) crossed the road after him and they both trotted off into the yard. This all took place in a neighborhood of big beautiful homes. Knowing coyotes, and javelina are both mean and unpredictable I waited a minute before I decided to keep walking. Of course Torrey had seen both of them and was growling. The coyote was close to the house and just watched us walk past. I didn’t see the javelina though.
Saturday night there was a light parade, and then fireworks.
We had a good time, met some wonderful people, and sold some art.
Now we are off to the middle of the desert outside Quartzsite to chill, and enjoy some absolute quite for a few weeks.
What a great experience! Love your pictures. So glad you were able to see some of your beautiful artwork.
Big wags,
Tootsie
What an interesting town. Your pictures are looking great!
It has been a fun town to be in. And thanks!
You already know I’m crazy about those street names – lol. Your booth looks fantastic, as do those fireworks photos. Wow!
I know right?? The streets are great. The fireworks were awesome.
Looks like a great place. Have a marvellous Monday.
Best wishes Molly
Love the street names! That monster you posed next to yesterday is creepy looking! Enjoy the quiet weeks…hang some lights on a cactus and relax!
Good morning Mary! I LOVE YOUR PHOTOS! And that “Ho Hum Road” sign is a crack up. tee
I love how the dogs just go along for the ride and pose. Sweet as can be.
Enjoy your day; I am starting my last week of school before the big TWO WEEK vacation. BLISS! Anita
They are great doggie models. And horray for 2 weeks of no school!!
I wish I could take firework pictures! Glad the coyote wasn’t interested in you!
I was pretty glad he wasn’t interested either.
Spectacular photos! And the photos at the show look amazing, not to mention the sculptures! Lovely! *wags*
sounds like a great place to be. Your set up in the booth looked great. Have fun in the sun.
neat looking place. sorry about the storm, though.
Y’all see some of the craziest stuff! I love the giant gila monster slide. And the fireworks! And all of it! I hope the rain stays, but doesn’t bother y’all too much.
I had never heard of “Carefree” Arizona til today! Love it! Love the photos and I want to live on “Lazy Lane!!!”
We love your photos.
I cannot believe you would be nervous to put some of your photography out for sale…ALL your photos are beautiful! I love the street names…what a fun place!
Such a great picture of you two!
You have to admit its pretty ironic that a town in AZ makes snow to have a Christmas carnival! But its very pretty, but so scary about the coyote. I think you’re suppose to yell at them and make noise? Love Dolly
Looks like a fun town! Love the street names. (I’m pretty sure that’s called a coral plant. I have one in my yard.)
We just passed your rig on 72 out of Bouse -we are on our way to Parker-I noticed your website on the window and had to look it up. Love your pictures and blog. Enjoy your time where ever it is you land ;)
I’m so glad you stopped on the blog to say hello. We are heading for our favorite camp spot. Maybe we will run into you down the road.
Good evening Mary! Thank you for coming to visit my post earlier! Yes, after a while the snow gets to be a chore, but we are lucky this year; it is actually raining right now, and no snow is foreseen in the forecast – maybe a dusting on Christmas. But if we can stay away from too much snow this year, that would be great since last year was such a horrible winter!
Oh the dogs are so darling. They know they are along for the ride!
Love the names the roads too!…:)JP
Hope your show went well. It seems so weird that they made snow specifically but I guess they would have to.
What a cool town! The photos are amazing. I especially like the last one with the lighted cacti and fireworks, very nice!
Looks so fun!
Carefree looks like a lovely spot. You really got the feeling of the town across.
And your display of your and your husband’s art looked wonderful.
But you have my curious about the first picture. Was Mr. Al holding up a cookie off toy our side? Because Roxy and Torrey have laser focus. :)
Oh, I very much like the street name in Carefree. I hope sales went well!
When I saw that photo on facebook I didn’t realize it was a slide… it’s even more cute now!
I love the name of the town and of the roads. It seems like a place with a sense of humor!
Your art looked fabulous. You have lots of talent and courage so I bet you’re going to have fun with this new part of your life!
Your booth looked great!