Another Visitor Post

This has been an exciting month with so many visitors!  Two of my granddaughters just left after a too short of a visit . . .but all visits are too short!  We were able to fit in a few of my favorite activities and I'm happy to say they loved them as well.  A visit to New Mexico would not be complete without a visit to Petroglyph National Monument as well the tour to the Acama Pueblo City in the Sky.  We had beautiful weather which is always great with outdoor activities!  The balloon picture is on the way to the airport . . . thought it was going to land on the road!  

Right off the road on the way to the airport!

The City in the Sky . . . the views are amazing from  on top of the mesa!

One of my favorite rock formations at the Petroglyphs . . . the big heart!

Peek Back on My Friend's Visit

The month of October has been and will be quite busy for us.  Our home will be a revolving door with visitors!  Our first visitor Jayne, came for Balloon Fiesta and luckily both times we went the weather was perfect!  We had a great time visiting and as always time flew by.  Here are some photos of her visit.  Our next visitor comes in on Thursday . . .

I promised Jayne beautiful sunsets in our backyard and the sun gods did not disappoint! 

A very early toast for the balloons!

               

Each morning during Balloon Fiesta there is what is called the mass ascension. Over 500 balloons fill the sky for what can only be described as amazing!  This year we decided to try something a little different.  We went to one of our favorite wineries for the mass ascension.  They offered breakfast, mimosas and a beautiful view of the balloons.  Two balloons actually landed right in front of us and were given a mimosa as well.

No trip would be complete without a visit to Petroglyph  National Monument! 

The ride through the Jemez Mountains to another one of my favorites . . . the natural hot springs!

High up on the Acama Pueblo  . . . The City in the Sky!

The evening "glow" at Balloon Fiesta!  The balloons stay tethered on the ground and fire up to make  the glow!  

Rodeo New Mexico Style!

This past week was State Fair New Mexico!  What do you do at a State Fair but eat junk food and here in New Mexico it also means going to the rodeo.  About 20 years ago or more my husband and I went to a rodeo, but the one at the state fair was awesome! There were 6 of us and we all agreed it was a blast.  A young cowboy sitting next to me explained how the points are earned for each of the events.  He was so excited to share his knowledge and I loved hearing it.  The cowboys and cowgirls who do this for a living are tough and really talented.  I highly suggest if you ever get a chance to see a live rodeo do it . . . I don't think you will be disappointed! Enjoy the photos . .

Began with a huge display of fireworks!

Parade of the cowgirls.

The shute.

All I kept thinking was . . . oh my gosh your back!

There was even an event for little kids!  Riding the mullets . . .

This the Season!

September, is Green Chile season in New Mexico!  Cases and cases are sold around town with the added bonus of having them roasted for free!  No need to worry if the store is equipped with a giant roaster, you just need to breath in and follow the sweet, sweet scent!  Although we have embraced green chilies, buying a whole case . . . well just seems to be a bit much ;-)

                                                        

What would a farmers market be without a green chili eating contest!  This group of people each ate over a pound of very hot green chilies!  The woman in the picture has been undefeated!  The prize . . . a plastic trophy YIKES! 

I just had to add the picture below . . . It was our first snake siting!  Honestly, the snake was harmless as my husband I found out when we corralled it into a box to relocate it.  We tried to research the type and came up with a couple of possibilities.  

Last Days of Scotland and London

Our last stop in Scotland was Edinburgh.  It was my favorite of all the cities we visited!  From the heart of the city along Prince Street with the shops, pubs and gardens to the Royal Mile and of course Edinburgh Castle where we saw the awesome Military Tattoo!  It was truly a memorable trip!  Fortunately, we weren't finished as we then took a train to London!  A pub crawl to one of the oldest pubs in London, The London Bridge, Kensington Palace and of course Harrods to name a few.  We walked miles the three days we were in London and enjoyed every minute!  Some photos to enjoy!

St. Andrews

St. Andrews

Bakery Shop St. Andrews . . . yummy

                                                             

                                                   Royal Ancient Clubhouse in St. Andrews

Edinburgh

Military Tattoo at the Edinburgh Castle. . . one word awesome!

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Harrods "food" floor

                     

Big Ben

One of the oldest pubs in London . . . part of the Pub Crawl

Our group!