I'm back in snowy frigid Boulder after a week in mostly sunny Scottsdale, and the memories of our friend-filled birthday celebration week are helping keep me warm.
On Brad's actual birthday night, we had Japanese food at Sushi Roku restaurant at the W Hotel, where they did a wonderful job of making the evening special.
The happy group:

The happy couple:

Brad wearing the beautiful scarf his mother made for him - as a headband:

Excellent tuna sashimi:

A thoroughly chocolate cake:

And fireworks:

We had a lovely experience at the Sanctuary at Camelback, playing tennis, taking advantage of the spa, and lounging by the pool and hot tub. I've always said that I can't imagine living in a place where there isn't snow in wintertime, but I may be changing my mind!
Flowers blooming in December:


The view from the pool from Casa 5:

Tennis at Casa 5:

The living room at Casa 9:


The best part of all, of course, was having friends and family gather together to celebrate. We're looking forward to next year!