Visitng the Southwest

 Running Man and I

have been on a road trip

to Santa Fe and Taos, New Mexico.

It's one of our favorite places to go 

in the fall and is about a
7 hour drive south.

We stayed in two lovely casitas

which were part of

vacation rentals by owners (VRBO).

 Casita in Santa Fe

Taos

 Casita in Taos.

Our little get aways always gives us

the opportunity

explore new places

like the Rio Grande Gorge,

or ponder the abstract.

Visiting the Southwest
gives you a chance to
enjoy the unique architecture,

learn more about the culture,

do some shopping,

enjoy the spicy colors and flavors,

and have breakfast New Mexican style,

 Griddled Polenta with chorizo, corn and red chili.

This year we did something totally unique.

This mama

took a llama to lunch.
Loki and me

There was no drama
with our llamas

only a day full of fun.
(Running Man and Diego)

Our hike took us
up in the mountains
where the aspens were pure gold

 against the western blue sky.

Our 5 mile round trip
included a gourmet lunch
in a beautiful mountain meadow.

Everything was packed in by our new
sure footed friends.

When we got back
everyone was smiling,

Loki

Diego and Picchu
but especially,

Bucky.

Until Next Time-
Kyle