Things to Do in New Mexico
New Mexico is both a very very old land and a new state: as I’ve said before “It’s not New, and it’s not
The Trail of Tears
There is a road leading into our Eastern New Mexico city that has the unfortunate moniker of “the trail of tears.” As families
When the world turns upside down
In my world, most of the world is north of where I stand. The water is scarce, the sun burns, and the only
New Mexico: It’s not New, and It’s not Mexico
Established in 1912, New Mexico is one of the youngest US states, — the 47th state — but it is hardly “new” –
A jaunt northward: through the Hunter Valley
Heading north to the Peel Valley through the Hunter Valley, I feel the landscape change. As I head north by north-west, we enter
Exploring Newcastle
I’m all about Exploring Newcastle! Newcastle is a coastal city, home to 140, 000 people. It is a major regional centre, as well
Riddling and Diversions
“One [is] a riddle not only to others but also to oneself. I examine myself; when I am tired of that, I smoke
The Murphy’s Law of International Removals
Some days don’t turn out anything like you imagine or hope. I had imagined ending the day with a feeling of relief washing
Transitions
tran·si·tion noun \tran(t)-ˈsi-shən, tran-ˈzi-, chiefly British tran(t)-ˈsi-zhən\ : a change from one state or condition to another : passage from one state, stage,
Ready for this: to love someone else
To love someone else: I’m just learning what it really means. Day in & day out. Separated by 1000’s of miles or by