On Sunday, we were up at 4:30 to begin a day of exploration in the Can-Am. We've been wanting to take a route across the mountains that takes us through what is known as The Gap and up to Summit Peak. We loaded up the buggy and hauled 7 miles down the road to our starting point, beginning at 6.The road is mountainous and rocky But gosh we saw some pretty spots
read moreYes, I know it's not Monday, but this is just a peek into our Monday last week.Our days are always full, but I still feel like we lead a pretty quiet, laid-back life so it always takes me by surprise at how fast time goes. It seems like I'm flipping the calendar to a new month every couple of weeks. Since moving to the mountains, I feel like we live in a bit of a time warp. I don't look at clocks
read moreNow that Fort Knox (that's what I'm calling my chicken coop/yard DH built since NOTHING will be able to get in there, when the chickens and guineas are shut in, due to his engineering and design. They will free range during the day though.) is complete, we're tackling other projects. DH did put up some expanded metal on the 2 windows so now we just keep those open unless it gets super
read moreMoving to the mountains means the chainsaws are getting a workout. That also means this old ranch wife is getting a workout too.
read moreI wouldn't change a thing about my life. Strong faith. Good man. Wonderful kids. Treasured grandbabies. Healthy family. Cherished life. As you know, if you've read here for any length of time, we ranch on 128,000 acres in New Mexico. We don't own it - we just manage it, but we've been with the same owner for 29 years and have stayed when they sold the ranch last year. The ranch wasn't for
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