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January 04, 2022

Borrego Springs - to Slowjamastan

Fran had a double-header today, morning tennis and an afternoon of bridge.  We have a busy couple weeks ahead too.  Fran’s brother arrives on the 6th, my brother on the 11th, we will have lunch with Gay and Joe, of Good Times Rollin, on the 10th … so  I decided to give myself the day off.

I treated myself to a day trip to Borrego Springs.


A quick stop at the Center Market for a Pepsi and a Cliff Bar that I’ll have for lunch, followed by a quick walk thru the Mall. 


I never tire of the tilework and the Borrego history it depicts.

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I did a quick stop at the new (to me) Desert Pantry Groceries.

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I’m sure it will do well, with a good location right at Christmas Circle.  But I will, mostly, remain a Center Market customer.

The only blooms were in the Anza Borrego Desert Natural History Association (ABDNHA) Garden. 


And even with care, not many, but it is still early in the season.

The only flowers in bloom were in the garden





My dad’s birthday is later in January.  It’s been over two decades since I released his ashes at Font’s Point, but it will always be a special stop.


I was not in the mood for this idiot doing ‘donuts’ on the access road.


There was a Ranger-gal at Font’s Point and I mentioned the donuts.  Her response was “I noticed the dust”.  And she was off to do some Rangering.

Dad’s sunset view to the west


north toward Clark Lake


east toward a hazy Salton Sea


Everybody loves the Desert Dragon sculpture.  And what’s not to like?

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and the view from its little cottontail butt, on the other side of the road.


But my favorite remains the herd of Borrego.

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The independent nation of Slowjamastan is about 15 miles east of Ocotillo Wells on the north side of CA-78.

Yes this is legit, it's the brain child of Randy Williams, aka R Dub the DJ and producer, of the Slow Jam radio show aired worldwide Sunday evening … from San Diego.

R Dub is also the ruling benevolent dictator as “His Excellency Supreme Sultan” of “The United Territories of the Sovereign Nation of The People’s Republic of Slowjamastan.”

For more info on this new nation poke around on their website slowjamastan.org.  You can now apply for citizenship, there will be a major media reveal and public Meet&Greet on Feb 6th.

Altho ground was broken last month, I did not see any construction from the road.  I did not want to trespass … might end up in the Slow Jam Jail.

We were privileged to host a family gathering at our home for some of the extended family.  So from our home to yours we all wish you the Best of things to come in the New Year!


Sultan if you happen to notice this blog, I welcome any corrections or additions from your Excellency.

14 comments:

  1. Nice to be able to spend a leisurely day in Borrego Springs. Some new things going on and an additional country added to the desert I see. Thank you for the beautiful pictures at the Font's Point overlook. Always beautiful! Great picture of the family gathering. Wish you and all your loved ones a great 2022!

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    1. Thanks Doug! It makes for a long day, but I certainly enjoyed thee outing.

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  2. Borrego Springs is such a great day trip…so nice to leave the “city” behind for a few hours. Love the sculptures, which we have never seen, the tile art is beautiful, and oh those views! See you soon!

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    1. It does feel great to get out to enjoy the views that stretch to the horizon. I think this was the first time I had the dragon all to myself.
      Looking forward to our lunch!

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  3. Love Borrego, we'll be there in Feb. for just a week this year. I don't mind the idea of a second grocery store there! Idiots are born every day...and they live!

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    1. For sure Borrego is a wonderful destination, if only for a day, or a week. I now you'll have a great visit. The old Center Market is more of a 'general store', the Desert Pantry more of a traditional grocery.

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  4. Welp, if it looks like American society is going down the drain (and some days, it really does look that way), I guess we can all move to Slowjamastan. I'm sure His Excellency will be a wonderful leader.

    That is - legitimately - the most amazing thing I've ever read on a blog.

    LOLOLOLOLOLOLOL. Love it!

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    1. I haven't requested citizenship yet, but may decide to request asylum!

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  5. How nice to make a day trip to AB. It's been too long since I saw the dragon.

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    1. The Borrego Dragon will be waiting for your return. As will the Great Snake of Clark Lake! All the sculptures miss you!!!

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  6. It's always nice to revisit BS even if only in a blog. We won't be visiting this year so I appreciate the photos. That's one crazy idea. I had to read through some of the website. Just WOW! Wackos!

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    1. Borrego will certainly miss you this year! You've been a regular visitor for so long.
      Slowjamastan is an interesting experiment, guess I'll just drive by once in awhile.

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  7. This is Herb from The Office of The Sultan. I showed His Excellency your glorious blog and he wishes to extend his best to you, along with a special invitation to join us on February 6th, where our guides will guide you and help you steer clear of the land mines.

    Thank you for the kind words and the beautiful photo of the fatherland.

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    1. Thanks Herb! and a special Thank You to His Excellency for the invitation to the tour of your Kingdom.

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