Albuquerque is a lot like Phoenix. It's got big streets that connect an endless sea of strip malls. A lot of the architecture leans into the southwest thing - desert colors, Pueblo looking exteriors. And the city is also largely surrounded by mountains. But, the names of the grocery stores and restaurants are unfamiliar. So, bizarro Phoenix.
We're staying at a Sheraton here. It's got a Tesla charger and is fine. But apparently it was the site of a kiddie beauty pageant this summer. I discovered that gem when I noticed a schedule of events on our door. Some highlights:
- A Cinderella check in
- Tot personality competition
- And, of course, the casual wear modeling competition.
We went to dinner at an Italian place in a neighborhood called Nob Hill, but I couldn't help but feel like we were in some rebranded, recently gentrified part of town. The meal was pretty good, and the service was very friendly and eager.
Today we leave for real Phoenix, and I'm so excited. First, we get to see friends and my parents. Second, we are staying in a hotel but leaving our excess baggage with my parents. So, when we check into our hotel, we will have one suitcase and a small bag or two - like normal people. Third, we're staying two nights, meaning we get a break from all the loading, unloading and driving. Fourth, I get to eat cheese crisp at my favorite hole in the wall Mexican place.
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