family fun in the sun...

So what could we possibly find to do for a week out in the desert...at a resort that lies next to a golf course...if we don't golf? Good question. Let me tell you.

We have returned to this same resort on several occasions...and always find it a wonderful relaxing spot to vacation. There are many places nearby to explore...but the days come and go and we barely leave the resort. With large pools...a lazy river...plenty of books....and good company...why not just stay put?

It was fun having kids and grands join us for a week. They found many ways to amuse themselves...and us.

With Uncle Tim's assistance...the girls staged a water circus performance one afternoon. Ryder was happy to entertain cousin Maelyn.

For the most part...the days were about floating down the lazy river...reading at the pool...and eating. It was a good time!

One evening we packed up and went out for supper...

...after all Heidi had a birthday that needed celebrating.

Maelyn's cousins worked on the 'happy birthday song' with her earlier in the day...and I'm sure she sang it for mommy many times over.

After dinner...we stopped by the Indio night market. We were among the few non-Hispanics there that evening...

...but the guys found they could make purchases even if the vendor had no idea what it was they were asking him. An interpreter from a neighbouring stall came to the rescue...and the truck accessory in question was soon in the bag.

Emme and Spencer found just what they wanted...and the price was right.

Never mind that it was hot...they could hardly wait to wear their new boots.

All too soon it was time to bid farewell to our desert oasis...

...as the kids had plans to spend some time in the 'happiest place on earth' before catching their flights back home. I'll take you there soon...maybe tomorrow.

Have a great Tuesday...