The prickly thorns on the spine of a Sonoran Desert barrel cactus are a sharp reminder of the many hazards in the desert that I love so deeply.
A buckeye butterfly known for its conspicous eyespots comes to a rest in the AZ Desert Botanical Garden butterfly exhibit, a must see each year.
An amazing golden glow over the Valley highlights Saguaro Lake, the fountain in Fountain Hills, and Bartlett Lake.
