This year has been full of lessons for us all. My prayer is that we will become stronger because of it. I know that I have. I’ve learned to slow down, be in the moment and never, ever take loved ones for granted. The pandemic painted a perfect picture of what can wait and what can‘t. Spending time with family is something I am no … Continue reading Always Giving Thanks
On August 4, 2017, my family and I welcomed an exchange student from Casablanca, Morocco into our home! Arriving in America marked Zineb’s first trip out of the country without family and friends. Neither of us knew what to expect. In the first few days we learned about each other. As time passed, we learned from each other. Here’s our story… May 2017– Within days … Continue reading Moroccan Connections
Location: Camel Rock, Santa Fe, NM You can see it from the highway. Large rocks forming into the ship of the desert. After staring at it a while, it started to look less like a camel and more like ET. By the end of the trip we couldn’t decide. One thing for sure is it’s a must see! According to news reports, a piece of … Continue reading Natural Wonders
Capturing memories and discovering the outdoors. Featuring: Soda Dam Springs and Fenton Lake State Park, located in Jemez Mountains Continue reading Jemez Springs, NM
I recently read that New Mexico was one of the best places to photograph. I couldn’t agree more! Continue reading Best Place
The Land of Fire and Ice, located on NM-53 near the town of Grants Continue reading Ice Caves and Bandera Volcano
Can’t wait to return and finally see the infamous watering hole/hidden pool. Our tired legs didn’t make it on our first visit! Continue reading El Morro National Monument
All I need is a café and a cabin (preferably dubbed the Horse)….in the middle of a small town, population 300. Featuring :Ancient Way Café, El Morro RV Park & Cabins in Ramah,NM. Continue reading Cabin Life the Ancient Way
There’s something majestic about Cochiti Lake that stays with you long after you’ve said your goodbyes. Growing up on the East Coast surrounded by water to living in a high desert where beaches are an anomaly never made the saying felt truer-You don’t miss your water until your well runs dry. Continue reading Destination: Cochiti Lake
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