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October 2019 – a photo diary of my mom & I’s trip to Phoenix & Sedona, Arizona!
Our first stop: the Desert Botanical Gardens in Phoenix!
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Time for caffeine & cute aesthetics at Teaspressa Arcadia!
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We arrived in Sedona!
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Morning coffee/tea & a gorgeous view!
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Artesian spring water, lunch & vegan treats at ChocolaTree Organic Eatery!
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Next we hiked the vortex, and enjoyed the views!
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Dinner at our favorite place, the Javelina Cantina!
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Our final day; shopping & wine tasting!
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x Tessa