Rarely does an opportunity that seems so straightforward and obvious pop up, but when I received the signal to cover a wellness retreat in Tuscany, I had never felt more clarity about anything.

Phoenicians are quick to chime in with “but it’s a dry heat!” in the face of my skepticism; and while I’m still not totally convinced, I did have a major turning point in my desert attitude during a quick and hot trip to Phoenix... thanks to Frank Lloyd Wright.