THE JOURNAL

Field notes from fifty years of opening doors.

Slow essays on buying, selling, and settling into Southern Arizona — written between showings, signings, and long drives down Continental Road.

In this issue

The first ten days on market
A buyer's quiet checklist
Green Valley vs. Sahuarita
On editorial photography

Right-Size Your Next Move

Martha Viera Parsons

Published on: 07/10/2026

Moving into a smaller house? Discover why right-sizing your space, maintenance, and location might be the better goal for 55+ homeowners in Southern Arizona.

Downsizing Without the Overwhelm: What Should Come With You?

Martha Viera Parsons

Published on: 21/09/2026

Overwhelmed by downsizing? Discover practical tips for sorting memories, organizing your belongings, and preparing for your next chapter in Southern Arizona.