Enchanted by New Mexico

The elk are just one example of the wildlife that I enjoy here in NM. I love watching them as they stroll freely among us whether on the streets in midtown, Ruidoso or congregating on one of the golf courses or larger properties nearby.

One vivid example of cultural tradition is the Navajo weaving practice. This art form has been passed down through generations, with each weaver adding their own touch while maintaining traditional patterns and techniques.

Apache Burden Baskets are a Symbol of Hospitality inviting visitors to place their "burdens" (worries) in these baskets which are hung outside before entering a home, giving rise to the phrase "leave your burdens at the door"

Learn about how Navajo Pearls are made and Virginia Tso, one of the most respected artists continuing the tradition in making these handmade treasures.

There is something truly captivating about the natural world’s gifts transformed by skilled hands into wearable art.

Zuni fetish carvings represent one of the primary income sources for the pueblo. They are excellent examples of the fine craftsmanship that the Zuni people have honed through generations. The skill has deep roots in their spirituality which is explored in this posting.

Acoma Sky City is one of the treasures of the Land of Enchantment!

I mentioned previously that I am a “Jersey girl.” While growing up, I could see the Twin Towers in New York City. Later in life, I lived in Central NJ, closer to Princeton, where my mail went through the main branch of the Trenton post office. This is the NY City skyline that I grew up with. It's what it looked like prior to September 11, 2001. Coincidentally, the first anthrax letters were postmarked in Trenton, New Jersey, on September 18, 2001—just a week after the Septemb

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