Treasured moments for the entire Barron family.
Wyndham Indio
Our spot for the week was at the Wyndham resort in Indio, CA.
Tropical
We took a tour of the pool waiting for our 3BR unit to be available.
Shaded
Mom and Anita found some shade to hide from the 115F heat.
Our View
Here's the view from our double balcony on the 3rd floor.
Big One
Look at the size of this palm tree.
Cool One
Mom's ready for a sip at lupper after picking up Kevin & Amy in Palm Springs.
The Best
This was the restaurant's specialty - shrimp filled peppers you douse in soy sauce and slab on mayonnaise.
Let's Eat!
OK, it looks great. Lets EAT!
Millage
We chose not to take the windmill tour and instead headed for Joshua Tree National Park.
Treed
It was actually cooler at Joshua Tree than at the resort, barely over 100F.
Great Advice
We stuck to the car tour, foregoing hikes!
Prehistoric View
I don't believe we saw anything larger than a hawk in the heat.
The Why
It's all about perspective.
Thanx Minerva
We're blessed someone thought the area was worth preserving.
Poised
Mom's ready to get this show on the road.
Here We Go
Our Joshua Tree adventure starts.
Parked
Keep your snacks and water bottles in the car.
A Joshua Tree
They grow very slowly, so this one could pre-date automobiles!
First Stop
Our first stop to survey the landscape.
Tree Farm
Almost looks like they're planted in rows.
Piled
We also saw a lot of interesting stone piles.
Warning Rationale
This gives you some perspective on the warning at the Visitor's Center.
A Mix
Joshua trees and rocks in this photo.
Hello Honey
A little further back for the shade, dear.
Cheesers
A nice moment for a photo w/ Anita.
The Valley
The park encompasses the transition between the Mojave and the Colorado deserts.
Our View
Our view from the highest point in the park.
The Valley
It was a VERY clear day.
Grouped
Thank you Anita for taking this nice photo, wish we could have fit you in.
Missing Another
Where's Kendra?
Smile!
How about a couple of smiles?
Shaded
Kevin sat with Mom while the rest of us hiked to the top.
The Vista
I think the panorama view distorted the only cloud in the sky, otherwise VERY cool photo (typically not this clear).
Poser
Anita stops to pose for a photo.
My Turn
One handed pose (don't recall what I was keeping from view).
More Cheese
Enjoying the view together from the top of Joshua Tree National Park.
Other Side
Here's the view of the other side of the valley.
Heading Back
Back down the path to the car.
Another Stop
Another stop on our journey through the park.
Ashes to Ashes
Though this was a good view of the cycle of life.
Symbiosis
It's a complex ecosystem we see very little of.
Amazing
Truly a testament to the resilience in nature when something can grow this large in an environment with so little water.
Balancing Act
Watch for falling rocks!
Small One
This tree makes Kendra look tiny.
Tough One
Replay of a photo I took of Dad in Sequoia National Park.
Trail To.....
Hope your GPS is working (there was no cell service in the park).
Smoker
His smoke break is complete, we're ready to go.
Skull Rock
What do you think - skull like?
Skull Distance
Anita took a photo of me photographing Skull Rock.
Happy Ones
We look a bit punchy, might be time for some lunch (thank GOODNESS Kendra bought snacks when we stopped for gas).
The Garden
The Cactus Garden on the other side of the park (Colorado Desert).
Closer View
The cactus were concentrated in this small area.
Don't Touch
They look "furry" but they're anything but.
Good Specimen
I like the way this one looks.
Topper
A view over the top to see the others behind.
The Far Side
The other side of the Cactus Garden looking toward our exit to the park.
On Our Way
It was a GREAT visit, glad we chose to include it in our week.
Puzzler
Anita's not much for the sun and heat, so occupied much of her days puzzling.
Odd Combo
Spaghetti and fries for dinner? That's Anita, potato lover!
She Loves It
Amy loves her chicken spaghetti goodness with BACON!
Pooled
There were VERY few people at the pool during the week.
More Pooled
So we took advantage of the opportunity.
Shaded
Kevin and Amy enjoy a moment in the shade. It got to 118F on Tuesday.
Shaded
Mom misplaced her shades at home. these seem to fit the bill nicely.
Baker
How do you know when it's time to roll him?
Fishfest
We drove into Palm Springs (45 minutes) to eat dinner at a restaurant recommended by the resort.
I'm Ready
Where's everyone's food, let's eat!
Tacos Too
Kev got the tacos too.
Not Here
Certainly NOT something from this part of the country.
The Prep
Kevin and I headed out the next morning for a shuffle board match. This gentleman was kind enough to blow the court for us.
Peanut Gallery
The ladies came down to watch after Kevin beat me in the first game (the red discs were suspect).
Serious
Shirts are off, this is getting serious (no it's HOT even in the morning shade).
Shufflers
How's my shuffleboard form?
Here Comes the Sun
We started to loose our shade as we started the 3rd game.
Switch
Back down to the other side to continue the competition.
Victorious
The match came down to the last shuffle, I was unable to hit Kevin's piece and he won 2 games to 1 (the black pieces won every game).
More Pool
We then headed for the pool to....
Noodle
Cool off and float on some noodles.
Head Shots
Hmm, not clear on the intent for this photo.
Better Perspective
Enjoying time with Mom between noodle sessions.
Floaters
Mom and I took advantage of the root beer float event.
One Down
Anita completed her first puzzle - purchased at the National Park of National Park posters.
Beep Beep
Watch out for Wiley Coyote (and that SUV) Mr. Roadrunner!
We're Back
We went back to the Mexican restaurant w/ the stuffed peppers for dinner.
Trucked
Took over for Kevin driving the rented truck w/ Amy.
Inked
Amy and Kendra sporting their new (temporary) tattoos.
Jumper
Kendra gives us a close-up view of her dolphin.
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Pooling
Enjoying another near empty day at the pool.
She's Out
Mom catches some Z's in the heat.
Inviting
I think it's time for a dip.
Lunch
Time for our afternoon meal.
Cuban Fare
The entertainment at the Cuban restaurant before dinner.
Clouds
We hadn't seen many clouds all week.
Street Fair
Road trip to Palm Springs for an evening street fair.
This Way
I think it's the other way Kev.
Well Done
Kendra won the shopper award, buying souvenirs for MANY.
Ducked
Hey, where's the pond?
Down
Don't think there are any photos of Kevin sunning his back.
What's With
Where did all these people come from?
Really Cloudy
Rain is on the way - LOTS of it.
Flood Watch
I landed in a hurricane, right after an earthquake to experience flooding in the desert - anything else planned?
Rain Drops
Not the best time to be planning to trip outside to....
Shields
... a local date farm.
Dated
Every try a date (some had a data shake - guess who)?
Hot One
Unfortunately, the theater was closed for renovation.
Good One
Nice pose honey.
Last Supper
VERY Christian establishment w/ Jesus-related displays throughout the tour.
Ally Oop
The date ladders are dated, they use lifts now.
Manger Scene
This must be the beginning of the tour (we stumbled upon the end earlier).
Follow the Path
Amy led the way.
Baptism
Unfortunately the water feature was a bit dry and smelled bad.
The Calling
Is that a club or an oar?
Little Ones
They are hard to resist.
The Healing
There would have likely been a line.
The Well
No coin needed at this well.
Date Tree
Protecting the data from insects.
Palm
Is this the link to the date farm?
Poor Timing
We eventually braved the wall of water and experienced flooded streets and intersections (2+ feet) on our way to dinner.
We're Back
We returned to a local favorite for dinner.
Double Fisted
No, I used a knife and a fork.
Round 2
Anita finished her 2nd puzzle (it proved to be a beast).
See Why?
Take a look and you'll see why, tough isn't the word for it!
Masked
Kendra thought it'd be a bonding experience to share masks with the ladies. Anita passed so I stepped up.
Scrub
Amy opted for the scrub vs. a mask.
Missing Lips
How's Mom supposed to breath?
Droopy
The newest dwarf.
Spa Night
Ok, are we done yet?
Absolutely
That's a wrap to the 2023 Barron Reunion in Indio, CA. Thanx for taking a peek and sharing our experience. We're planning 2024 in Oceanside, CA at the beach.