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

The Ordinary Tuesday Test: Choosing a Home You'll Love Every Day

The Ordinary Tuesday Test: Choosing a Home You'll Love Every Day

The Ordinary Tuesday Test: Choosing a Home You'll Love Every DayMartha Viera Parsons
Published on: 28/07/2026

Searching for a home in Southern Arizona? Learn why your everyday routine matters more than the holidays. Read "The Ordinary Tuesday Test" by Martha Viera Parsons to find a home that truly fits your lifestyle.

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Is Now the Best Time to Buy a Home? Here's the Question I Encourage Buyers to Ask Instead

Is Now the Best Time to Buy a Home? Here's the Question I Encourage Buyers to Ask Instead

Is Now the Best Time to Buy a Home? Here's the Question I Encourage Buyers to Ask InsteadMartha Viera Parsons
Published on: 28/07/2026

Wondering if it's the right time to buy a home in Southern Arizona? Discover why your lifestyle and personal goals matter more than real estate market headlines.

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