Linum lewisii

Our garden continues to bloom and I just love walking around each day and discovering what new plants are blooming. Today I found this blue flax and I think this bloom is just perfect.

Tortuga Petroglyph

This afternoon I drove out to the La Cieneguilla Petroglyph Site and did a little hike. I was able to see quite a few petroglyphs in just a short walk. I was a little disappointed to see that someone had decided to add their modern versions in some places - thankfully it wasn't a lot.

A Little 'Wink' in the Garden

Today I spent more time in the garden and found these vinca in bloom. This plant did not do well last year and I was surprised to see it blooming.

Gold in the Garden

Our garden continues to come alive. Each day something new blooms and adds color to the lingering winterscape. This California Poppy just seemed to glow.

A Time for Color

Today I took a walk down the county road near my house. These tulips caught my eye - the bright colors against all the neutrals really made me stop and take a second look.

The Pollinator

While out walking today I came across a yard with lots of dandelions. I started taking pictures and then realized there were tons of bees around. I got this picture and I love the way the pollen is stuck all over the pollinator.

A Swing in a Tree

Today we were out in Placitas and walked a little at Tunnel Springs. I came across this swing hanging in the tree. It just seemed so nostalgic. It was a wonderful Friday afternoon.

Yucca

Today I did a little hike. I came across quite a few yucca. I liked the way this one looked with all the little curly strands. By the way the yucca is the New Mexico state flower.

The Cherry Trees Bloom

Now that the snow has passed and the weather is warming up things are really blooming around here. Today I noticed that the Cherry Trees are covered in blooms. I am really hoping that we don't have any more freezes.

Vanessa: A Painted Lady

Today I was hiking and came upon this spot of color. At first I couldn't get a good shot of this butterfly because it kept moving. Finally it rested and I was lucky to capture a picture of this Painted Lady.

Beautiful Day, Beautiful Sunset

We had an incredibly beautiful day today. I spent most of the time outside. This evening I got a picture of a beautiful sunset to end the day.

Hope SPRINGS Eternal

After the last couple of days of snowy weather today was absolutely gorgeous. It seems that Spring isn't ready to give up. This tulip caught my eyes with its bloom starting to peak out and is wavy leaves.

Snowy Peach Blossoms

This morning I woke up to a winter wonderland. We got about two inches of snow yesterday afternoon and last night. Here are our beautiful peach blossoms covered with snow.

A Winter Day Smack Dab in the Middle of Spring

All day today it was cloudy, cold and rainy. By the afternoon it had started to snow. Here is a picture of a statue in the yard with a dusting of Spring Snow.

The Devil's Rope

This afternoon I took a walk on the property. I crossed over the fence and walked past the arroyo and came upon an old fence post with all this rusted barbed wire. I just love how it looked.

Peach Blossoms

With the recent snow and freeze this weekend I was surprised to find that most of my peach blossoms survived. I am happy about that and hope they make it - last year I didn't have any peaches because of a freeze.

Santa Fe from Dorothy Stewart Trail

This morning I hiked the Dorothy Stewart Trail. I love this trail because there is a bench that lets you enjoy this beautiful view of Santa Fe.

Spring Pushes On

This weekend we had snow in Santa Fe. Today the weather cleared and the sun was out - I snapped this picture of a daffodil blooming in my yard - I guess Spring is on its way.

It's Easter!

Happy Easter!

Easter Egg Decorating

Tonight we spent the evening with friends. We had dinner and then decorated easter eggs. We had such a good time.

The Mora Valley

We traveled north from Santa Fe today and we stopped in La Cueva to visit Salman Ranch. In the front of the store is this old mill - I only wish it was working.

The Church in Golden

I attended a continuing education class in Albuquerque today. When the class finished I decided to drive Hwy14 instead of I25. I ended up stopping in Golden and took this picture of the church and cemetery.

On the Way to Galisteo

I wanted to get out and take pictures but wasn't sure where to go. I eventually decided to drive down Hwy14 and then down CR42 (Camino Los Abuelos) to Galisteo. Along the drive I stopped a few times to take pictures of the views.

Bison or Buffalo

Near my house is the State Penitentiary and next to the site is a large area where they keep buffalo. I have always wanted to stop and take pictures but the buffalo are usually too far away or blocked from view. Today I got lucky and found one out in the open.

The Turquoise Trail

Today I took a drive down Hwy14 (aka The Turquoise Trail) to take some pictures. I ended up stopping on the side of the road to get this picture of the road, mountains and sky.

Deterioration Along Route 66

Today we stopped at Sayre City Park. When you leave the park from the back entrance you are actually on Route 66. I saw this old building and thought it made a lovely photo.

The Beach at Lake Murray

We spent the weekend in Oklahoma and part of that time was at Lake Murray. The area is beautiful with lots of trails, plenty of water sports and beaches. We had a great time.

Tiny Yellow Flowers

We drove up a curvy road in the Arbuckle Wilderness today and stopped at an overlook for Turner Falls. Near the parking area were this large area of these beautiful little yellow flowers.

Driving Route 66

Tonight we drove to Amarillo and on the way we stopped in Santa Rosa, NM for a bite to eat. We ended up on old Route 66 and ate at the Route 66 Restaurant.

A Lovely Little Cottontail

We have quite a few cottontails living under our shed. Today they seemed to be extremely active - I saw seven of them in the yard.