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Saturday Solitude in Scottsdale

by Dru Bloomfield on January 28, 2012

The sun was almost setting this afternoon and I slipped out to catch a few photos in that lovely golden light. My favorite is a this peaceful view of the McDowell Mountains, taken from the McCormick Ranch Golf Course. Feels like spring, even though it still looks a bit like fall.

Another Year on Planet Earth

by Dru Bloomfield on January 20, 2012

My dear friend and fellow Realtor, Luetta Newnam, posted me this wonderful slideshow for my birthday.   And, she more than made me smile as she reminded me of the depth and beauty of my life. To another great year. 2012 is going to be the best year yet! And, thank you, Luetta!

Here’s a once in a lifetime opportunity. Free to members of the public! As part of Arizona’s Centennial celebration next month, the Scottsdale Area Association of REALTORS® is sponsoring a "Once in a Century" class: The Passage of Time: A History of Arizona. This class, taught by Bill Gray, offers REALTORS® and members of the [...]

Scottsdale Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day Jan. 7

by Dru Bloomfield on January 5, 2012

photo credit: dno1967b With temperatures in the high 70’s and low 80’s, you might be thinking about doing some spring cleaning… Rid your home of household hazardous wastes by bringing them to Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day from 7:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 7, at the city Corporation Yard, 9191 E. San Salvador. [...]

2011–An Amazing Year

by Dru Bloomfield on December 31, 2011

Yes, 2011 has been an amazing year. Recently, I sat down and wrote a list of what I was most proud of in the past year. Amazingly, my list quickly grew to three pages, and included  accomplishments, thoughts, and feelings. Every time I go back and  read it, I add something else.  It’s been a [...]

Happy Holidays and Thank You, Santa!

by Dru Bloomfield on December 26, 2011

I spotted this car and license plate a couple weeks ago as I was walking out of restaurant on Scottsdale Road.  Definitely a “Thank You, Santa” kind of car! And, a Scottsdale moment on a rare rainy day. There’s still time to get out a see a few Holiday Lights in Scottsdale. I haven’t seen [...]

Holiday Lights in Scottsdale (2011)

by Dru Bloomfield on December 11, 2011

  Looking for Holiday light displays in Scottsdale this year (2011)? AZCentral has the Holiday Lights Map, which includes info about Forever Living Plaza on McCormick Parkway, photographed above (and look MUCH better in person)! The McCormick-Stillman Train Park has a wonderful light and musical display for kids of all ages. Zoo Lights are outstanding [...]