The Northern Lights in Taos, New Mexico

I had hoped to see the Northern Lights while I was living in Alaska, but I was only able to catch a slight glimpse the last night there. Little did I know that I would get a fantastic light show when I arrived back in New Mexico. The Taos Ski Valley is nestled in theContinue reading “The Northern Lights in Taos, New Mexico”

Art in Taos, New Mexico

When visiting Taos, you are surrounded by culture, art & beauty. Today, Taos has over 70 art galleries & more than 15 museums. In a town of less than 7,000 people, that is an amazing amount of art. The collection I am highlighting here may surprise you. The Taos area has grown to become aContinue reading “Art in Taos, New Mexico”

Visiting Santa Fe, New Mexico

Taos is an hour & a half from Santa Fe.  It is a city filled with art & culture.  I made the drive there several times to sightsee—and shop at Trader Joe’s!  I’m going to share some of the things that make Santa Fe such a unique place.  Camel Rock On the drive to SantaContinue reading “Visiting Santa Fe, New Mexico”

San Francisco de Assisi Mission Church, Ranchos de Taos, NM

I’ve left Taos & am on my way to Denali; however, I will be sharing more posts from my time in Taos & New Mexico. I’m currently in Pocatello, Idaho & have about 2,000 miles to drive to Alaska. I’ve visited some amazing places & look forward to telling you about them. Last month IContinue reading “San Francisco de Assisi Mission Church, Ranchos de Taos, NM”

Checking Out the Culinary Scene in Northern New Mexico

The landscape isn’t the only unique thing about New Mexico.  Northern New Mexican cuisine is a  blend of Hispanic & Pueblo recipes that feature three basic ingredients: chile, beans & corn. New Mexico, The Chile Capital of the World Red or green? The answer to the popular question here is either red, green or Christmas.Continue reading “Checking Out the Culinary Scene in Northern New Mexico”

Back to Billings, Montana

After sailing back to Tampa, it was time to start heading north. Mom & I flew back to Myrtle Beach to pick up our dogs. Our dogsitter Michelle took such good care of Cappy & Izzy while we were away. We picked up mom’s car & headed to Charlotte to spend time with my son,Continue reading “Back to Billings, Montana”