Recently, the newsletter for my community where I live asked me to describe my perfect day in my adopted hometown. I could use my imagination. Sounded like a fun exercise so I sat down and wrote the below. I thought I would share with all of you. What is your favorite day in the community where you live?
Anyone who knows me, knows I attempt to get the most out of every day. You aren’t going to get it back. Live each day as if it’s your last. So, my perfect day in Scottsdale would start before sunrise on a “Chamber of Commerce” day – 75-80 degrees for a high, 65 for a low. I would roll out of bed, put on my hiking clothes and boots and meet some friends at the Gateway Trailhead by sunrise. We would hike up to Bell’s Pass as the sun is peeking around the mountains. Along the way we see a family of deer grazing and no snakes. Once back at the trailhead, we head over to Eggstasy for a well-deserved stack of pancakes and some interesting conversation.
After breakfast, I would rush home and change into my golf attire. My perfect day in the best city in the U.S. would include golf on one of our beautiful courses. I would meet Tiger Woods and two (lucky) friends to play a round of golf at Grayhawk. He would entertain us with stories and give us tips while playing. We take a lot of selfies and group pictures. We stay for a late lunch and meet Scottsdale resident and LPGA star, Cristie Kerr. More tips, more stories, more selfies, more fun.
In-between meals, one of my neighbors would text and ask me to join her for a walk around the neighborhood via the DC Ranch path system. It’s 75 degrees with no clouds in sight. I can’t say no to that.
For dinner, I head to Old Town Scottsdale to meet a group of friends at FnB restaurant. We have a special guest join us while she is in town to speak at ASU. The first female Secretary of State Madeleine Albright regales us with her fascinating adventures, wisdom and pin stories (Google it). It is a dream come true to listen and learn from such a humble public servant. My group heads back north to DC Ranch’s Market Street. We sit outside at All American Modern Sports Grill for a bourbon nightcap and people watching. A perfect end to a perfect Scottsdale day. It is a day filled with great friends, beautiful weather, community and guest stars. Plus, we created memories that will last forever