Fortunately, Dennis will not have to activate the flashback recovery alert system.
Received a call yesterday afternoon from the Palm Springs Police that "Tatay" had been found. The police were kind enough to deliver directly to my house in PS later that afternoon. Other than a broken wheel caster and a 1/2 layer of dust, Tatay looks to be none the worse for wear.
My 8 yr old son was in tears when the grill was stolen...over the moon now that we have Tatay back home. Love storybook endings....
Big thanks to Wilbur for spotting the craigslist posting and Dennis for his amazing forensic photo analysis skills and vigilance in tracking me down. And of course...thanks to all for the empathy/suggestions/good wishes through this ordeal.
Howard