January 10 – January 24, 2023
Titan Missile Museum:
This preserved Titan II missile site, officially known as complex 571-7, is the chance to see the last of the 54 Titan II missile sites that were on alert across the United States from 1963 to 1987, during the Cold War.
The guided tour gives you an insight of the technology used by the United States to deter nuclear war. It was manned 24 /7 with strict set of protocols to enter the site, monitor the missile and carry on various tests.
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MOVING INTO RENTED ACCOMMODATION!
For the last 3 nights we have camped in Virginia’s backyard. We responded to her ad for a room in a shared house and she agreed to let us camp there until the room was ready. We have felt very welcome from the start and spent the first evening playing Rummy Cube with Virginia and her friend Emily. That was a fun evening and we were sitting outside on the patio until 10pm!! Where else can you stay out that late in January ?
Tonight, we are moving in that house as we got the all clear. The house is near Saguaro National Park East. (the park is divided in West and East with the city of Tucson in between!) We will be sharing with two other women, Irene and Moira. The house is on 3.8 acre of land and it feels like you are in the middle of the desert.
Hiking
Being so close to the Saguaro NP, we had a few hikes there, one with Irene who pointed out some of the cacti ,bushes and trees. Thanks Irene for helping us to identify the local flora !
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We have come to appreciate the desert and learn about its amazing fauna and flora. We also have been lucky to see coyotes and Javalinas crossing the garden.
Movie Night
We were invited to join in a movie night held at the house next door to Virginia’s which she rents out too. We had met with Tom, Adam and Kevin whilst camping in the backyard. We watched “Born Yesterday” a black &white movie from the 50’s and shared light snacks.
Jazz Festival
This is held in Tucson every January and some of the events are free. We took the bus downtown and saw a few acts. Everything had to be indoors as we’ve had some heavy rain the last couple of days.
Neighbours get together and “Women who Wine” evening.
We were invited to these two evenings and had a good time, meeting neighbours and other acquaintances.
Pizza Night
We also had a Pizza night, thanks to Emily who knows Paul’s weakness for pizza ! Thanks Emily!!
