Phoenix – Day 1

Phoenix- Day 1

We were fortunate enough to start our day at an indoor event. The Sky mall was hosting a Back to School and Health Fair. The Boys and Girls club was handing out information on their programs along with 20 other local organizations dedicated to improving the lives of children in the community. We were happy to get to know the people and organizations away from the sweltering Arizona heat.

Children collected signatures and stickers at different booths to win prizes such as backpacks, school supplies, and fun books with an educational twist. We enjoyed the energetic feel bouncing off the walls in the mall as the kids quickly forgot the event had anything to do with getting ready to go back to school.

We enjoyed our lunch among the laughter before heading back into the 108 degree heat. What seemed unbearable to us out-of-towners, didn’t even faze the locals. They filled the streets as the made their way to Chase Stadium to enjoy a baseball game on this summer Saturday afternoon. The Arizona Diamondbacks were playing the Dodgers and the fans were ready to cheer for the home team. They politely took our samples and went on their way. I haven’t been told “thank you” that many times in my life.Way to go Phoenix, it’s nice to see good manners are alive and well!

Our last stop was out towards Scottsdale for a wonderful outdoor concert in Kierland Commons. “The Rave” was performing rock covers on a grass area in the middle of the commons. Families dotted the grassy knoll and enjoyed the summer air as it began to cool down. We gave our samples to many Eco-conscious moms who were delighted to try our safe, natural bug repellent. We found our own spot on the lawn and enjoyed one last song before calling it a day.