Back in November, the larger-than-life biomorphic buildings known as the Cabazon Dinosaurs were kicked up a notch by being painted in Christmas colors—green for Dinney, the 150-foot-long Apatosaurus/Brontosaurus, and a Santa suit for Mr. Rex, the three-story concrete Tyrannosaurus rex.
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I didn't think it could get any better than that—but much to my delight, they've now been repainted once again.
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Mr. Rex has changed out of his red suit and into a black tie...
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...and Dinney is now sporting a very au courant shade of pink.
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If you ask me, it's quite becoming. But I'm not a purist when it comes to monolithic depictions of extinct creatures.
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They sure do brighten up that stretch of the 10 Freeway, which could use a little razzle-dazzle (aside from the Morongo Casino next door).
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And we could all use a little more love these days.
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The rotating color scheme seems like a great way to draw in repeat visitors. At least, that's how it worked on me.
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Once I'd done the whole experience back in 2019, I couldn't think of a reason why I'd ever need to go back.
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But now I can't imagine not going back if the dinos get dressed up for some other occasion.
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What a wonderful canvas they've turned out to be—right there in the Southern California desert.
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As was the case for Christmas, the attraction is open for limited extended hours—when there are Valentine's Day-themed lights illuminating the outdoor dinosaur garden in the back that leads to the climb up into Mr. Rex.
I may skip that part this year so I can avoid the "couples photo opp."
But please oh please let them do something special for Halloween this year!
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