Craig and Lorraine arrived late last night from Santa Barbara and we all congregated once more at Celia’s home.
The plan for the day was the Taos area so we all jumped into two vehicles and headed out
passing Camel Rock on the way and stopping in Chimayo which was glorious.
There was a delightful Father there who was 96 years old and he said he had planted all the trees there and they grew but not him. I bought his biography which he signed after we talked
The entire place was peaceful and beautiful
Chimayo had a few options but we kept going
We stopped at Centinela Traditional Arts where I bought a beautiful wrap and a Chimayo style woven table runner
We took the High Road to Taos scenic byway and it was beautiful this time of year
Our friends followed along and we stopped in town for lunch together
I had the SW Spud, wow….
and then we were given half an hour to walk around before heading out.
In Taos was where I found the perfect shot of my nemesis
I wanted so much more time there but it was not to be… Glad I had opportunity though. The next stop was the Taos Pueblo
A Pueblo is a Reservation for First Nations people and I thought it was an attraction but it was an actual reserve turned into one with 15 families still living there. At first I was highly uncomfortable but then realized it was a living.
all throughout the village were little studios with art work, jewelry and food. This tableau was assisted by a lovely woman who’s middle name is Louise
I so enjoyed the talking to people part and picked up a few items along the way
a couple people today even knew where Bella Bella is and many wanted to know more about Heiltsuk People. I was proud to share about my home.
I resisted the smell of fry bread cooking all the way to the end and then had to indulge. It was just starting to rain as we left and headed for the Rio Grande Gorge Bridge. When we arrived I picked up a rock and gave it to Colleen, telling her it was to save time as she has been gathering them along the way. We laughed and then walked along to start giggling as we saw all the good rocks under a Colleen Barrier
On the way back through town I caught a few things I had missed on the way through and we stopped at a Historical Marker.
We headed back to Celia’s and everyone ordered Chinese take-out. Colleen and I went to Walgreens so I could get some lip protection as mine had gotten lost today and I picked up some Hendricks Gin and tequila.
everyone was trying to make a plan for tomorrow but it is complicated by unstable weather possibilities. I feel bad for the Woodman’s as they have missed out on so much! Sure is nice to see them though. That’s it for now…..
triumphgal 