Our first New Year’s Eve in the house. We decided to celebrate with quiet reflection by a fire, completing 2017 and creating a prosperous 2018 for all. We were joined in this moment by our beautiful cousin JJ.
Hike through Plaza Blanca Canyon
Met some new friends. Took in the beauty. Took lots of pictures.
A Bouquet From the Land
Collected with love.
Lava Rock Hunting
Pulling over on the side of the road in the Mojave desert so Victor could go collect black lava rocks. Yum!
Holy Hole
What kind of creature created this new hole? Maybe they’re for hire to help build the house.
Mica Hunting
Victor hikes in the hills near our land, by the telecommunications towers. He’s on the prowl for pieces of Mica which will make our fireplace sparkle (when mixed in with the plaster for finishing it)!
New Mexico Sunset
Just another evening as we get ready for dinner. One of the many reasons we love this place.
Cactus Blossoms
The cacti are in bloom. A surreal contrast to the drying, dying foliage all around.
Drought Warrior
Victor attempts to ward off the death of our trees and bushes from lack of rain. Looks like he won’t be able to hit all 17 acres.