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2011 

The famous 66 Diner located right here in Albuquerque NM on the Old Rt 66 provides a fun and delicious step back in time.  From the inside out this diner showcases the look, feel and sounds straight out of the 1950’s. From the Jukebox to the Malt Machine and memorabalia its all classic 50’s style...
09/29/2011
Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge Each fall my wife and I enjoy the Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge.  If you’re a bird watcher or into photography it’s a must do.  Bosque del Apache Refuge is recognized as one to the top birding areas in the U.S.  In the fall the refuge is ope...
09/29/2011
Albuquerque’s Secret Aspen Grove   Several years ago my wife and I accidentally stumbled across a trail less taken called North Sandia Crest.  It has now become a favorite fall hike as it hides a brilliant grove of Aspens not a common sight found around Albuquerque.  This is a moderate hike with ...
09/28/2011
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Thrive or Survive  As I reflect on life and the many ups and downs it brings Helen Keller comes to mind.  One of my favorite quotes from Helen Keller is, “Keep your face to the sun and you will never see the shadows.” If there ever was a person that had reason to complain, or have a negative atti...
09/27/2011
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Life is a zoo and kids sure make it more fun!  Our granddaughter loved her trip to the Albuquerque Zoo and was fascinated that a Polar Bear could actually live in the high desert of Albuquerque. Albuquerque Zoo opened in 1927 and has grown to a beautiful 64- Acre haven from close encounters with ...
09/26/2011
Caught In Life’s Web   With the hustle - bustle of every day life it’s so easy to get caught in life’s web.  I officially confess I am guilty of stressing about the little things.  Working on my Albuquerque real estate business from early till very late at night I tend to let myself get caught in...
09/26/2011
Blazing Colors at Fourth of July There is an exceptional hideaway spot near Albuquerque in the Monzano Mountain Wilderness that holds a special place for my wife and I. This place is unique because it is oddly out of place for the High Desert landscape that we are acquainted with.  What makes thi...
09/26/2011
As we visit the bedside of our dear friend Tom while he struggles to hang on to the thread of life I reflect back to the Cross where Jesus also struggled knowing his purpose but also knowing his plight and final earthly demise. Take a moment on this silent Sunday to remember and reflect on the sa...
09/25/2011
  Entertaining Blue Man Group Coming To Albuquerque The entertaining Blue Man Group is coming to Albuquerque.  New Mexico and especially the Albuquerque area has been anticipating the amazing and highly charged theatrical preference of the Blue Man Group for some time now. Escape your worries and...
09/23/2011
Stunning Albuquerque Sunsets During Destructive Wildfires. Albuquerque NM is known to have some of the most gorgeous sunsets. This year the New Mexico and Arizona destructive wildfires of late spring and early summer brought blowing dust and soot over our area in the atmosphere but the positive r...
09/23/2011
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