Scrabba-dabba-doo!

Our (my) first 4th of July in Tucson was blisterly HOT! The recorded high for the day was 113, and we spent from about 9am-11pm out in the sun!....and then slept for the following two days because we were so sun-drained. :) We were at the Hilton El Conquistador, a swanky hotel/resort on the northwest side of Tucson that does a big 4th Festival put on by the radio station. RH opened for Rocco de Luca and Lifehouse. Due to 2 people putting on the event having to go to the hospital from heat stroke, there were some technical difficulties at the beginning of the concert, but it ended up being a great night of music (and sweat). :)

The beautiful natural backdrop...


I thought I'd show a shot that includes people...there were about 3,000 spectators!


Our friends Lori and Ryan at the event...


On Saturday, we hosted our first ever Scrabble Tournament! Growing up, I never remember loving this game, however since getting married, Ryan and I have become completely addicted! And watching the documentary, Word Wars, about the national Scrabble Tournament, only aided in our addiction.

We had 9 people competing in the tournament...but only Jen walked away as the official champion! She got a 84 point word in the final round (squats/zips on a triple word! for those of you scrabble lovers out there).

Heather, Chris, and Melissa during round 2



Jen and I in the final championship round (she whooped me)...


Ryan and Danny in the final consolation round...by Ryan's face, I'm sure you can determine the outcome...