Ring's reflections: Tucson presidio formed nucleus of the town to come

Reconstruction of San Agustín Mission Garden is under way at the foot of Sentinel Peak by Friends of Tucson's Birthplace.

Ring's reflections: Trip reveals S. American wonders

Bob Ring and Pat Wood get soaked while standing on a catwalk in front of thundering Iguazú Falls.

Ring's reflections: Photo skills soar with pro's help

Kale is the subject of this photo. Workshop participants learned to control parameters such as light, exposure time and depth of field.

Ring's reflections: Quirky building is an enduring club

The Beau Brummel Club, established in 1936, meets at this North Main Avenue site, which was once Dukes Drive-in.

Ring's reflections: Our fun continues at Lake Atitlán

Three volcanoes as seen from our Lake Atitlán hotel. The lake itself fills an enormous volcanic crater.

Ring's reflections: Let's spread holiday cheer to those less fortunate

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Ring's reflections: Computer doc makes much-needed house call

Our computer doctor burst out laughing when he saw this tangle of wires under my desk.

Ring's reflections: Computer doc makes much-needed house call

BEFORE: Our computer doctor burst out laughing when he saw this tangle of wires under my desk.

N.M. resort town offers great sights, day trips

The only hiking we got to do on our trip to Ruidoso was the climb to the viewing platform of this fire watch tower.

Loose in the Foothills: Sweet summer deals

Loose in the Foothills : Knitters sure know how to plan a retreat

Loose in the Foothills : We need better access to I-10

My Christmas list: keep upper Sabino open, finish road projects