The light patter of rain woke me at 2 a.m., a reminder of the “winter” weather of the desert.  Yesterday the show got off to a good start, warm and sunny.  While a rainy weekend is forecasted for home in Southern California, we expect a rare shower.  If you want to find that rock, gem and lapidary item in Quartzsite, this is the last full weekend to do so.

The show runs through Sunday here at the QIA.  The gem and mineral show, now in its 51st year is actually an annual fundraiser for the community and we’re glad to be a part of it.

After a windy, rainy weekend, Sunday, calm and clear, the balloons began their massive launch and filled the sky.  Despite the weather we have had a great weekend here at Lake Havasu, Arizona at the annual balloon fest, a huge charity event.

Wednesday in Quartzsite for the gem and mineral show.  Hope your week is blessed.

The broken and twisted canopies and commercial tents were all around the fairgrounds on Friday morning.  At first light I went to see what damage our tents had sustained.  The wind was strong and one corner of our tent roof was flapping wildly in the wind.  Our damage was minimal, but a total loss for others. We have learned how to stake down better for unexpected weather.  The wind which had been howling since 2 A.M. blew all day. We did not open. 

Such are the hazards of a outdoor vendor. Morning rain and a cloudy day made for poor attendance Saturday.  We managed to sell enough to clear our expenses.  Today will be sunny and warm.  We hope to have a good day.

We did had fun at our first renaissance fair enjoying the costumes and events that plunged us back into middle-aged England for a weekend.

Next week the Lake Havasu Balloon Festival.  Hope your week is Blessed.