New Mexico - Here We Come

Ignorance may be bliss, but is it a good way to start a new adventure? Knowing next to nothing about 'the land of enchantment' we're heading to New Mexico next week to learn more, and maybe, just maybe be enchanted? (And find out what the flag is all about too)

Here's what I do know. I don't know enough Spanish. There are aliens in Roswell. Bats at Carlsbad Cavern.  The southern-most peaks of the Rockies are there, rising out of the desert. There are trees. After two months in the desert, S.D. is looking for trees. Big trees.  And chilies. Chilies seem to be ubiquitous in and with New Mexico.  After Nevada, I'm lusting for good food. Towns and cities include Albuquerque (which means an annoying Partridge Family song will be running through my head for most of the month), Taos and Santa Fe.  Willa Cather wrote a rambling, almost boring novel, "Death Become the Archbishop"

about it. And last but not least, Georgia O'Keefe painted awesome works there.

S.D. and my two and a half months at Ash Meadows have been awesome. We've both explored a lot, and relaxed. We've also installed a water pressure tank and solar panels with the idea of spending more time off the grid and out in the wild. So we are ready to go.

Suggestions and tips for what to see and do in New Mexico would be highly appreciated!