Adventures of Brian and Dee

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Review of Houston Mesa Campground in Tonto National Forest near Payson AZ

Tucked into the tall pines, Houston Mesa offers convenience and camping. You’re literally 15 minutes away from Walmart, grocery stores and Brian’s favorite Carl’s Jr. And for us, the library with electricity and Internet access is minutes away. The downside is yes, you can hear traffic. Sites are well spaced and for the most part Continue Reading

Bananas, Bread, Bullets and Batteries

When you travel through a small town you see interesting combinations of retail offerings. You expect higher prices — sometimes much higher prices such as $4 for a can of beans — and a limited selection. If the store is near a lake, fishing gear and bait are displayed along with sunscreen and paper towels. Continue Reading

Some People Are Just Rude

I know that millennials — those between the ages of 20 to 30 years — have the reputation of being self-centered. Well we had an unpleasant experience with four college students last night. Lake Roosevelt has a few campsites that are placed too close together. The site in back and to the east of us Continue Reading

Bill’s Pizza in Prescott Az: Is it the best?

As you may know I love pizza. Just about any kind of pizza. Okay maybe not sushi pizza. So while we camped in Prescott AZ we tried Bill’s Pizza located around the court house square in Prescott. Bill’s Pizza is nothing but pizza, pizza, and more pizza. They do serve a few salads and desserts, Continue Reading