Ruins, then lunch

Lou and I went to the Toozigoot National Monument near Clarkdale, Arizona. Rather than a cliff dwelling, it was built atop a hill in the Verde Valley. That left bottomland available for agriculture.

The Verde River runs nearby, creating a nice, shady riparian area. Once again, Lou regretted selling his kayak. I'd like to go back just to sit and enjoy the place.

Afterward, Lou was able to put aside memories of his kayak by enjoying a chile relleno at Juanitas in Cottonwood. He claims they're the second best he's ever had. I had sopes.

Gotta have some greens with my meal