Monday, September 3, 2012 
I've had the best week in L.A. For the first time ever, I am not quite ready to go back to New York. I'm checking restaurants, hikes and neighborhoods off my list, spending great time with my brothers and sister-in-law, and seeing old and new friends. Here's the view from Runyon Canyon, a killer hike if you do the hard side and a nice walk if you don't. Hope you have the day off today - enjoy it!!
Thursday, July 26, 2012 
I always try to climb Camelback Mountain at least once when I'm home in Arizona. But on my most recent trip, staying at the Four Seasons in Scottsdale, a few of us climbed nearby Pinnacle Peak in the early morning, which I had never done in 20 years of living/visiting family in Arizona. For a first-time visitor to Scottsdale, I'd say this is the hike to do. You have panoramic views of the valley, of Camelback Mountain and you're surrounded by hundreds of saguaro cacti. Plus, it's a simple hike for the most part. No hanging onto poles to help you get up straight vertical climbs like on Camelback. It was the best way to start an Arizona day.
Camelback Mountain 
