Monthly Archives: August 2021

Clouds and sunset 8_28_21

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Greenbelt flowers and Preserve critters 8_21_21

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Stormy Moon 8_19_21

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Big Tesuque 8_18_21

Another visit and it is much more lush with the rain we’ve had. Lot’s of butterflies, flowers and gurgling streams.

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Bees and Hummingbirds 8_12_21

Bees are enjoying the zinnia blooms and the hummingbirds are still fighting over the feeder.

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Taliesin West 8_15_21

For my last day in Phoenix, I had the pleasure of visiting the Southwest home of famed architect Frank Lloyd Wright. Built in 1937, Taliesin West is a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of my favorite subjects of study … Continue reading

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Diamondbacks No-Hitter 8_14_21

After a day at the museum, we enjoyed an historic baseball game at Chase Field. Diamondbacks Tyler Gilbert pitched a no-hitter for his first full game in the majors. Their season has not been great but the crowd was roaring … Continue reading

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Musical Instrument Museum, Phoenix 8_14_21

While visiting friends staying in Phoenix, we decided to skip the heat and visit the Musical Instrument Museum. A considerable collection of instruments from all over the world, interesting demos and a whole room of instruments that visitors can play … Continue reading

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Smoky sunset 8_7_21

The smoke from all the fires out West has now settled in Santa Fe. While it makes a lovely sunset timelapse, it’s not very good for the lungs. Climate change is not something for the future… the future is here. … Continue reading

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PNHP South Pasture trail 8_2_21

We explored a nice trail in the Pecos National Historical Park near the Forked Lightening Ranch house. The ranch was formerly owned by Greer Garson and was donated to the park after her death. The trail winds around the pasture … Continue reading

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