Reflecting on 2023 & the Upcoming Year

It’s hard to believe that another year is winding down.  We always hear the expression that “Time flies,” but it’s even more true with every year that passes. One of the highlights of 2023 for me was traveling to and working in Alaska.  The drive from Taos, NM, to Alaska was the absolute best roadContinue reading “Reflecting on 2023 & the Upcoming Year”

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”

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”

Adventures in My Daily Commute to Taos Ski Valley, NM

I love my job at The Blake in Taos Ski Valley.  Every day I leave home at 11:30 am so I can be on time & report for work at 1 pm.  It takes about 45-50 minutes to drive up the mountain.  Employee parking is a 10 minute walk from the hotel—if you get aContinue reading “Adventures in My Daily Commute to Taos Ski Valley, NM”

Snow, Snow & More Snow in New Mexico

When I told people that I was headed to New Mexico for the winter, everyone assumed it would be hot & desert like.  Boy, were they wrong! I knew I was going to be working at a ski resort in the Southern Rockies with lots of cold weather & snow. We’ve gotten well over 100Continue reading “Snow, Snow & More Snow in 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”