It all started Friday when I was asked by the Harlem Globetrotters to be a part of their big show! What an experience, I played for the Washington Generals and they even hooked me up with my own official Jersey. What amazed me was how the Generals go all out during the game, but in the last 82 years they have only won one game! Sure a lot of the game is scripted, but the talent on the Globetrotter team is amazing... They had me in for just a few plays, I am happy to report that I put two points on the board for the Generals. Thanks again to the Globetrotter organization for that wonderful experience.

On Saturday, I woke up early went out for a beautiful hike up Camelback. Then trekked out to Scottsdale to help host the PACC911 Hope luncheon. PACC911 brings together the many animal welfare organizations throughout Maricopa County, working for the benefit of local animals. Over 500 people attended, raising money for the Emergency Medical Fund. Thanks to Bari and her staff, the event turned out to be a HUGE success. If you would like more information about Pacc911 check out their website at www.pacc911.org.

Then on Sunday, football! Since the Bengals are out of it, I am rooting for the Packers!
Have a great week,
-Paul

OK, I know I am a weather guy... But, I didn't know how much the sun would make such an impression on me. IT IS BEAUTIFUL HERE! I grew up in Portland, and worked in Seattle, Spokane and Cincinnati. If they planned a parade in December, no one would show up. In both Seattle and Portland they average about 40 to 50 inches of rain every year, grey and gloomy every other day. Last Saturday, I walked from my house to the Fiesta Bowl parade with my shorts and sunglasses and loved every minute of it. Now I know that rain is very important especially in such a dry area, but being able to count on good weather most of the time is very new to me.

Just this month, imagine all the things that we are able to do because this amazing climate! The Fiesta Bowl, Super bowl, a huge marathon, and FBR! Then in February the baseball teams start rolling into town! I LOVE IT! Well at least until June... How will I handle the extreme heat? That's new to me as well, stay tuned...
Happy new year everyone!
-Paul