Thursday, March 24, 2011

Marilyn Monroe and .. Me



Datura wrightii - Photo Copyright Alice Joyce
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Desert Sojourn: Part 1
My trip to the desert was rained out, but not before one week of hiking and exploring. Once upon a time ... Marilyn Monroe, Raymond Burr and equally illustrious movie stars stayed at this Mid-Century Modern hotel in the desert. Although a fire ravaged the property and its charming casitas, new owners have restored the classic lobby, pool, eight unadorned rooms, and 2 remaining casitas for visitors to Borrego SpringsThe restaurants - Krazy Coyote & Red Ocotillo - are popular spots for grazing.

7 comments:

  1. Interesting. I can picture her standing on the balcony. I hope the new owners are very successful.

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  2. This was interesting. The title perked my interest. Marilyn has ties to Niagara Falls too. On both sides of the border.She got around.

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  3. Marilyn Monroe visit this place. Wow !!!

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  4. I can honestly say that I don't think Marilyn Munroe ever spent one single night in my house.

    Or my shed.

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  5. Is it surprising that Maryilyn's name still carries a certain power - Dying young will do that.

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  6. I see a trip in my near future ... looks really interesting.

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  7. Byddi,
    Maybe we can sit poolside together one day, sipping a drink;-)

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