Tucson and the Sonoran desert territory surrounding it tell the tale of the West. Purchased from Mexico in the historic Gadsen Purchase of 1863, the frontier town hosted outlaws, gunfights, cowboys, and the Earps while fighting off stagecoach robberies and Apache attacks. A railroad and commercial center, Tucson was once the capital of the 48th … Continue reading Arizona: Tucson and vicinity
Month: June 2023
Arizona: Monasteries and Mountains (edited)
The similarities and differences within the state of Arizona are fascinating. Remaining constant throughout our travels were the Saguaros, the canyons, and the opportunities for outdoor activities. In the central part of Arizona, we experienced the wild west, the gold rush, the Civil War, and the Christian tradition. (NOTE: For those receiving these posts by … Continue reading Arizona: Monasteries and Mountains (edited)


