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The longer I'm a parent, the more it occurs to me that this parenting gig would be so much easier if kids either came with instruction manuals or if they skipped the teen years altogether. What's worse is discovering that the same parents can have multiple children wired so differently from one another that you start to wonder if someone's been dumping funky chemicals in the water of the gene pool.
When it comes to child-rearing, just because you've figured it out with one of your kids doesn't guarantee you'll know what to do with the rest of them.
My 13-year-old son has a girlfriend. Even though I have socks older than this child, he is apparently mature enough to be in a relationship with someone of the opposite sex. This hasn't concerned me up to this point. Since she goes to another school, their relationship has consisted solely of phone calls to one another. In fact, it's hard to tell the difference between this girl and Matt's other friends who are girls.
I can't remember what I had for breakfast, but I do remember being thirteen. I liked boys but I wasn't quite sure what to do with them. I wasn't the only one. If my friends and I were "going" with a boy it meant that we passed notes around to each other proclaiming our love for a certain boy but we didn't actually let him know about it. Once in a while, if the planets aligned properly and we both happened to be in the hallway at the same time, we would walk out to the school buses together. That was pretty much the extent of our 8th grade romance.
Because of my own experience, I wasn't particularly alarmed when Matt asked if his girlfriend could come over to our house this past weekend. I figured they'd play video games, fuss over the dog, and act annoyed at Matt's younger brother.
This isn't exactly what happened.
Allow me to set the scene. On the first floor of my house, I have a living room, a small laundry area off the living room, a kitchen, a dining room, and my office. We do not have a family room; we do not have a finished basement. Basically, there is one room in which to hang out. Matt and his girlfriend naturally chose the living room.
After our introductions, I went into the office to finish up some work, figuring I could keep an ear tuned to any mischief that they might get into. Dan was sitting at the dining room table doing some paperwork, again within earshot.
I could hear the two of them playing with the dog for the first 10 minutes after the girlfriend's arrival, but then I suddenly couldn't hear anything else. This was odd. Shouldn't I hear video game sounds or at least sounds of conversation? Nothing, not a single sound, came from that living room.
My youngest son, Evan, came down the stairs at the same time I was pondering how to casually check up on them. I didn't want to be overly protective or intrusive, but still, it was awfully quiet out there.
"Hey, Evan," I whispered. "Can you please peek in the living room and see what Matt and his girlfriend are doing?" Evan was happy to oblige since he was curious, too. Matt's friends were always way more interesting than anything currently happening in his 9-year-old world.
After a minute, Evan came back.
"I think they're kissing or something."
What?! Kissing? At thirteen years old? I jumped out of my office chair and ran to the laundry area where I could spy on them more easily. They were not kissing, but were sitting next to one another on the sofa, each one hugging the other and each sharing an earbud to Matt's iPod. They weren't moving. They were totally still and frozen in an awkward embrace, one that would surely land me at the chiropractor's office.
Their hug was not a gentle one, nor was it a sensual one. It was more like they were holding on to one another in a desperate attempt to keep each other from blowing away.
I gathered some clothes from a basket in the living room and put them in the washer. Matt and his girlfriend did not move. I walked back out into the living room to clean up some dog toys. Still, they did not move. Not a finger, a hand, or an eyelid.
I didn't know what to do. My oldest son never did this. He wasn't even into girls when he was thirteen. I went into the dining room and nudged Dan.
"You've got to do something," I whispered. "Matt and his girlfriend are hugging each other for too long."
"What am I supposed to do about it?"
"I don't know. He's your son. Make them stop. Make them play video games like normal 13-year olds."
"How am I supposed to do that?"
"I don't know. You're the one with the Y-chromosome. I figured you'd know what to do. At least go see for yourself."
Dan got up to go into the kitchen but took the long way so that he could walk through the living room.
"Well?" I asked when Dan returned, anxious for his opinion on the two lovebirds.
"They're just sitting there, hugging, listening to music. I can see their hands, and they're not moving into places they shouldn't, so I say we leave them alone. Besides, they're not going to do anything with us right here."
Leave them alone? It infuriated me that Dan was so nonchalant about the whole thing. Images of a 14-year old Matt holding a baby in one arm while playing with Legos in the other flooded my mind.
"But…he's hugging…a girl. Our son who builds teepees in the back yard is hugging a girl."
Dan shot me a look suggesting that I was entering Helicopter Mom territory. I didn't care. This was all new to me and I wanted to handle it responsibly. None of the dozens of parenting books I'd read when my kids were younger prepared me for anything like this. In my own childhood, I wasn't even allowed to date until I was 16. Everything about this felt strange and new to me and I didn't like it one bit. Was I being a prude? It's possible, since I had been raised Catholic with the standard curriculum of All Touch is Bad Touch. Still, I had no time to sort all of that out. Something had to be done now.
When in doubt, do laundry, so that's exactly what I did. In between loads, I clipped coupons at the kitchen table so I could maintain a direct view of Matt and his girlfriend. They did not seem to mind the audience, nor did they act as if they'd been caught doing anything wrong when I walked into the room. Once in a while, they'd shift position slightly, or would stop hugging long enough to change the song on Matt's iPod, but basically they sat quietly with their arms around one another for the entire time she was at our house.
I'm still not sure if I handled the situation appropriately. All I know is that if this is the how the 8th grade set behaves these days, then I need a crash course on teen dating.
That, and some incredibly strong anti-anxiety medication.
What a brilliant, funny post. I feel so identified, I think I need some of your anti-anxiety medication too, hehe!
Kisses and take it easy,
I do love the image of sharing the earplugs. It's so 21st century--Steven Jobs is probably chortling at the thought. Oh, brave new world. Good luck with it!
When I get my anxiety meds I will share with you...meanwhile, it is comforting to know I am not alone in this boat.
It is probably no longer a valid experience, BUUUT, when I was his age guys were bragging about getting"to first base." Mostly they lied about that. I got there once and shortly after stopped meeting her at the movies to neck, she was a year older than me, blond, blue eyed and prematurely well developed. Every guy was after her, and for some reason she picked me.
We moved away and I heard a few years later she got pregnant by her high school boy Friend. They got married at 16-17. Funny because she was very bright, college material.
Most guys lie about how far they get, so do many girls, at least they did way back then.
Still, I wouldn't spy, that will alienate him, last thin you want is to lose his respect and spying will do that.My dad listened to my phone calls and mom did but when I started college and she was intensely protective which drove me crazy.
I would sit him down and talk turkey with him and now is the rime to do it. Tell him what a great and sacred responsibility sex is and how awesome is the power to reproduce and how often premature sex can wreck destroy love and reputations and even lives. Beyond that, I would not venture because at some point, you have to trust him and at some point he needs a release, so he needs to know about protection for both of them. I would advise from a health standpoint that kids and adults stay away from the Pill. I keep hearing the horror stories from both men and women about blood clots and worse, even if they do not fit the profile. I am not a physician but I don't trust them any more. They are all part of the Right wing nut paranoia.
Ah, eighth-grade love. When I was 13, we danced what I call The Frankenstein. That's where you slow dance with your arms straight out, holding your partner as far from you as possible, and shift from one foot to the other.
And I kissed the 15-year-old neighbor boy when I was 12. He, another boy, and my 10-year-old brother were all playing with their BB guns and our Dad was asleep in the basement because he worked nights. Then the neighbor boy brought over his 12-gauge shotgun. He let the boys fire it at tin cans, but wouldn't let me fire it unless I kissed him first. So I did. I didn't expect him to shove his tongue halfway down to my tonsils.
Important lesson learned. Did I mention that he had a mouth full of Skoal at the time?
I was seriously in my early 20s before I really wanted to French-kiss anyone again.
Meanwhile, Dad slept like a baby.
"Besides, they're not going to do anything with us right here." Didn't hold true for her. We allowed her to go over to her "friend's" house (he's 15, she's 14) because both parents and kid brother were there and they'd be watching movies. My mom radar was buzzing when we picked her up but she wouldn't tell us what had happened for a week. The "perfect gentleman" was an absolute cad on his way to being a real predator. Be very proud that your son doesn't fall into this category. The cad's mom got a phone call from my husband and our daughter has cooled on the dating scene significantly. They grow up much too fast these days.
Serously trust your instincts. You can't only hope that all you've taught your chuildren will have sunk in and they'll come and talk with you when you have questions. It could be worse, you could have three girls.
Rated for laundry, nerves, and courage.
Funny story:)
He's very handsome, though, so I fear at one point it'll be the girls making their move. So we'll see...
1. We got to spend more time together, because our parents trusted us and each other.
2. A couple of years later, when we did start experimenting with sex, we were caught in like 2.3 seconds.
I'd say call the girl's parents, and explain to your son that if he's old enough to have a girlfriend, he's old enough to face a meeting of the families dinner. :)
Here - let me help you up. Maybe you can just send him an email. hahahaahahahahahaha. Oh lord. hahahahahaha
Of course, my kids are still very young, ask me again when they're teenagers!
(and I think I'll be in your shoes far sooner than I'd like! Mr. Tadpole is 12.)
Bonnie - Thanks for the kind words. The hug was nearly beyond words.
Nelly - I agree. Even though I felt uncomfortable, at least they were here, within laundry-distance.
Marcela - I think I was too stressed out to realize that they were being very sweet with one another. Thanks for showing me another perspective.
Raving Bits - Your comment made me laugh! Thanks so much. :)
Ann - Mine was the same way not too long ago. When it kicks in, it kicks in quickly.
AtHomePilgrim - Yeah, the earbuds...the difference between being 13 and being 46 is that at 13, you don't think twice about putting someone else's earbuds in your ears. At 46, the skeevishness of it wins out.
Anne - I wish I'd thought of the "you can't date until you're thirty" strategy. That would solve so many problems!
Ash - Thank you. My nerves ARE shattered!
Owl - Hopefully it was only fun that they had and not something else.
Workinprogress - How nice that you joined just to comment here! Thank you. Believe me, you are FAR from being alone in this. I have a feeling there's going to be a run on Xanax before we get these teens raised.
Lisa - Were you trying to make me feel better or worse? :)
WalkAwayHappy - I love the way you end your phone calls. There's a woman at our local Wal-mart who tells every customer, "Bye-bye, I love you, don't smoke!" I use that one on my own kids because it's just so cool, although yours fits the current situation much better.
Pete - Oh yes - it's a delicate balance for sure. Being overly protective backfires in a big way, but being too unconcerned doesn't work either. I'm striving to keep communication open with him, and make sure he has the information he needs to remain safe and healthy.
Mary - Oh, I miss the stage of parenting that you're at currently. Life was so sweet and simple back then (albeit exhausting.) You probably hear this from everyone but enjoy every moment; they grow up so fast.
bluesurly - I'm glad that your daughter got away from that jerk. So many girls find it so hard to move on. After reading your comment, I am REALLY happy that I have boys.
Sheepy - Axe-sually (ha! you made me do it!), after reading the comments of people who have girls, I am thanking my lucky stars that I have all boys.
Wordsmith - In five years, I'll be having the same issues with my 9-year-old. We'd better make those meds EXTRA strong!
Maria - No Axe, thank goodness! I wouldn't want all of the girls throwing themselves at him. :)
LandP - I like your imagery of each kid being tuned into a different channel. That fits it perfectly. Thanks so much for stopping by and for such nice compliments. XOXO
Donna - Oh, your comment made me HOWL with laughter! Yes, indeed, twenty foot long earbud cords would be most helpful.
Learning how to Cook - Thank you for your comment. I appreciate your perspective since you're the same age as my son and his girlfriend. Thanks, too, for your kind words. I appreciate them.
kerc - My son was always extremely shy, too. He started coming out of his shell last year and now look at him - a girlfriend! They change so quickly. Best get those anti-anxiety meds now so you're ready.
BikeLizard - I like your idea a lot. I'm going to befriend her parents. If nothing else, it can't hurt to have another set of eyes on these two.
1IMom - Ok, first Lisa SW and now you. Please tell me you weren't purposely trying to give me a panic attack. Just wait 'til yours get there. Better be nice to me or I won't share my coping meds with you. :)
She Blogs - Wow, thank you for that viewpoint. It makes me feel a lot better. We all need people who "get" us and care about us. Maybe that's all that's going on here.
Blue in TX - Uh oh. Sounds like you're going to have your hands full with Jacob!
themanhattankid - There sure are many unwritten "rules" of popularity, aren't there? :)
froggy - Sounds like you'll be dealing with Puberating issues of your own with Mr. Tadpole soon. Maybe we can compare notes!
Eva T - You know it! Better that they're informed too soon rather than too late. Thanks for stopping by, and of course, for remaining so supportive. XOXO
mistercomedy - It's so nice to see you here! I'm going to head over to your blog to see if you've written anything new. I'm jonesing for your stuff, man.
A friend of mine worked in a teen pregnancy-prevention program that was quite controversial in our small town (a shame, since we have a high teen-pregnancy rate). Some parents didn't want to believe that their children were thinking about sex, talking about sex . . . having sex. My friend said, "Some of the things we address leave Mom and Dad red-faced, but believe me, their kids are talking about it."
Unsolicited advice from someone who never had children? Take some of those nice meds, do another load of laundry, think about the points you want to make, enlist Dan as your co-presenter, maybe do a dry run with one another, and then have a little discussion with Matt. He seems really sweet and innocent, but it will set your mind at ease.
WSFTC - Thank you! By the way, does throwing things at the boy on the computer work?
Jimmy - I'll tell him you said that. P. S. Why are you men always so calm and reasonable? Oh right. Because we women are always nuts and emotional enough for both of us. :)
Susan - Your advice is sound. We've definitely entered the realm of having to have "The Talk, the Sequel Edition."
femme - I wonder the same thing. It would be lovely for once to have a situation in life with which I actually have some experience in handling.
incandescent - I hope you brought some anxiety meds with you because you are totally not making me feel better!
You know I'm an eighth grade teacher, right? So, by my standards, the two of them are behaving normally and rather innocently. (Doesn't mean it won't give you a stroke.) Now, when I was a ninth grade teacher, I did my share of baby showers.
"It was more like they were holding on to one another in a desperate attempt to keep each other from blowing away." Lovely. Isn't that what all people in love, who realize how fragile life is, do?
Janie - I feel like calling your mom, too, because I'm just as clueless about all of this as you are. You'd never know that I've already raised one teenager. This second one is waaaaaay different.
I told both of them (numerous times as they've grown) that "Society" judges girls differently than it judges boys, and I didn't want them to ever pressure a girl, or be responsible for a girl feeling bad about herself. I told them girls frequently attached a lot more emotion to sex than boys, and they should always be aware of it. But if they did, they needed to use safe sex because of pregnancy, of course, and I also added they were sleeping with whoever she may have slept with before also. It sounds a little harsh now, but they needed to know the risks, I guess.
When my oldest started seriously dating his girlfriend, we had some open conversations about safe sex, and waiting until you are emotionally ready. Couldn't tell you where they are at this point, but they attend the same college. I think they waited a good year. I figured after they stopped talking about it, it had probably happened. And somehow I was okay with it.
Don't know if this helps or not. For the most part, I just feel randomly blessed that I didn't have to deal with it too early!
V. - You were comparing pregnancies with a 14 year old? Crazy is right! P. S. You know you're giving me a panic attack, right? :)
Julie - I think your advice is terrific. In fact, the "you're-sleeping-with-everyone-she's-ever-slept-with" is advice that I've given to my oldest son. I just didn't imagine that I'd have to deal with any of this kind of talk at age 13. I thought I had a few years left! Good luck with your kids. As you know, they grow up so fast and will be out of our hair too soon.
Yet they so adored her that they invited her to make long visits to them at college. I was always rather disconcerted how many of their friends apparently knew her well:) Now she is a high school teacher, and I doubt any of her students can put one over on her.
Susan - I hope you're right about the rumors, but being a middle school teacher, I'm sure you're more in tune with teens this age than anyone. I have every intention of making sure that my son stays at the harmless stage for as long as possible, or age 30, whichever comes first. :)
I don't know what I'd do. I can't even imagine. I don't WANT them to be that comfortable with one another's bodies. I DON"T. I have a 12 yr old granddaughter. and this is not going to be easy for me to see when I see it which fortunately isn't nearly as often as her mother and father (although knowing them both, their reactions are probably going to be more in the mode of DO NOT TOUCH EACH OTHER sort of thing, which like you, I don't know is appropriate or what.) (JEEZE)
I have a thirteen year old daughter who, if she's not careful, going to witness a vein blow out of the side of my neck like Mount St. Helens.
Lucy - Welcome to the Sisterhood of Mothers Who Worry. The pay is lousy, the hours are long, but no other position has this degree of job security. Or is it INsecurity?


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atw: Let's calm down, apologies, and other things
- From: "Geoffrey Marnell" <geoffrey@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
- To: <austechwriter@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
- Date: Sun, 22 Nov 2009 12:54:09 +1100
Hi austechies, There have been some sharp, some blistering and some downright nasty postings on this list this week. I no doubt contributed to this with a fairly sharp posting myself (prompted by my interpretation of a statement by Christine-now patently disproved-that she wished to be excused from being challenged). Michelle, Janice and others have pointed out what really didn't need to be pointed out: there are ways of challenging people that are likely to spark a flame and those that are not. My apologies to Christine, and to the list, for choosing the former. This would be a dull, indeed redundant, list if all it offered were tool tips and techno-raves. But there are long periods when that is all we see on it. I set up this list eleven or so years ago to be a forum about technical communication, and technical communication is much much more than tools, operating systems and the like. Moreover, it seems that it is now more important than ever to be discussing the core issues of technical communication (especially their continuing relevance). Hence I want to encourage discussions that go beyond tool tips and techno-raves, to encourage discussions like that initiated by Christine. But I think we all need to remember that email is not an ideal medium for even moderately complex discussions. We cannot see the body language of a message poster, and emoticons are, obviously, a weak substitute for communication. We mostly have just the words in front of us to go on. It may be wise, then, for message posters (initiators and responders) to craft their messages carefully, leaving no ambiguity in place. For it seems that much of the heat in recent discussions has been sparked by literal interpretations of what later turn out to be misinterpretations (although understandable misinterpretations). That said, it might also be wise for responders to consider if a statement they take exception to might have been meant in another way, and then to seek clarification rather than pounce blindly. And that's advice for me too. My fear for this list is that many of those who could make valuable contributions to it turn off or churn out because of the vehemence of some of its threads. (I know that this is already happening from the emails I get as the list administrator.) It's in all out interests to minimise such churn, and it's in all our interests to encourage more discussion and debate. We are all sure to learn something, no matter how long in the tooth we are. But discussion and debate will dry up if we don't show each other a little more respect. So let's all calm down. If we don't, I fear that this may have to become a moderated list (which carries the risk of it being abandoned altogether). Geoffrey Marnell Principal Consultant Abelard Consulting Pty Ltd T: +61 3 9596 3456 F: +61 3 9596 3625 W: <http://www.abelard.com.au/> www.abelard.com.au
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GUADALUPE, Ariz. -- A Guadalupe woman has been arrested for failing to provide medical care for her dog after it was struck by a car in May.
Maricopa County sheriff's detectives responded to reports of a sick dog on a property near Avenida del Yaqui and Baseline Road. They found a chow mix named Pig that was severely emaciated, had open sores on its legs and was paralyzed.
The dog was taken to an animal hospital and had to be euthanized because of the severity of its injuries.
Detectives said Daniella Tavena admitted that the dog was hit by a car about three months ago and she never sought veterinary care despite the fact that it was suffering.
"Anyone who accepts or cares for a pet must be in a position to properly care for that animal," Sheriff Joe Arpaio said in a news release. "Food, water and medical care are their responsibility. When they fail to provide any of those, and the animal suffers badly, the caretakers are responsible for the animals and are subject to arrest for animal abuse or neglect. Period."
Arpaio's Animal Crimes Unit arrested Tavena on suspicion of failure to provide necessary medical attention. She is being held on a $1,000 bond.


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Mountain Bike Trails around Santa Fe, New Mexico
courtesy of Pueblo Bonito bed and breakfast inn- Santa Fe, NM
Great mountain bike trails around Santa Fe make Spring break travel enjoyable while visiting New Mexico. These trails have easy access and can be enjoyed anytime of year, not just for spring break! Beauty surrounds the trails and varying terrains create the challenge you seek. Just another great reason to visit the city different- Santa Fe, NM!
Dale Ball Trails: Central
Seven + miles of trails which include reconditioned older trails with newer sections that are great fun. Little more climbing than North section with not as smooth of tread. Make sure you try the connector trails to vary distances and experiences.
New trails with six or seven of many more miles to come. Condition is tricky, technical single-track twisters through pinoned woods in foothills over looking Santa Fe. Tread is fast and good. Keep an eye out for soft shoulders and tight switchbacks. The outside loop runs five miles with cut-off trails to vary distances. Another system is in the works and will stretch south to Atalaya mountain trail adding about 17 more miles.
A 5-mile trail, mostly for hikers. If you don't mind some hike-a-bike it is a good trail for mountain bikes as well.
Windsor Trail
10-mile loop for advanced riders. This trail starts with a good climb and ends with ripping technical downhills. Weekends arecrowded with hikers and bikers and many downhillers who shuttle to the top and kamikaze down. This trail offers great technical terrain, stream crossings, gorgeous scenery, and is a memorable ride for advanced riders in the Santa Fe area.
Caja Del Rio
Great rolling terrain trails for beginners, with numerous choices for distance. These trails are built on volcanic rock, making for a unique surface. None of the trails are real technical. Novice or entry-level riders can enjoy them. Caja Del Rio offers spectacular views from the plateau.
Apache and Baldy Trail Loop
A moderately difficult, year round, 6-mile loop for mountain bikers. The trail follows the ridgeline, then drops to follow an old road, then switchs back down to Apache Canyon to trail 176. A steep incline back up the ridgeline finishes the trail with a moderate incline back to the road.
Glorieta Center Trail
A difficult 5-mile trail up to Glorieta Baldy mountain bikers. High elevation of 10,000+ feet. This trail is used moderately to heavy, and offers a number of unique attractions. Detailed trail descriptions are available at entrance gate to Glorieta Conference Center. Beginning at the trailhead, a grassy road follows the stream up a canyon, then climbs to a rocky area. The trail continues through forest, and eventually gains the ridge between Ruiz and Glorieta Canyons. Much of this trail follows an old road. The last mile or so, it becomes considerably steeper and narrower, switching up the southwest slope on the mountain. Keep going up hill to the top!
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Santa Fe, New Mexico – voted #1 Cultural Getaway and #1 Cultural Destination by Travel + Leisure; Top 10 Cities for Historic Preservation by Liveablity.com and #5 US Historic Destination by US News! Why do travelers flock to Santa Fe New Mexico annually for fun-filled, intriguing New Mexico cultural vacations? Could it be it's great mountain escapes, breath taking scenery, low humidity, 325 days of sunshine, crystal blue skies, cool star filled evenings and world renown activities? Absolutely… there is never a bad time of year to relax and experience the authentic history of Santa Fe New Mexico. Blending international style, historic uniqueness and old-world charm, Santa Fe stimulates all five senses for it's visitors regardless of age, background or time of year!
Because Santa Fe is a top US cultural destination, it offers intriguing and memorable experience for visitors: Annual festivals, cultural events, world-class art and museums, and of course exceptional cuisine and historically significant and unique lodging choices! A rare opportunity to experience local culture while experiencing Santa Fe first hand prevails itself at Pueblo Bonito bed and breakfast inn. Voted "Guest Favorite b&b" three consecutive years by 8,500+ guests (2013, 12,11), Pueblo Bonito provided thousands of returning and new guests with an historically significant Old Santa Fe experience for over 29 years. 19 enchanting guest rooms, each with foot thick adobe walls, kiva fireplace, adorable private baths surrounded by secluded pueblo-style grounds makes this a Must Stay! This popular Santa Fe Inn prides itself on sincere hospitality, historically preserved and accurate property, and a knowledgeable, friendly staff.
Native Treasures Indian Arts Festival - May 24-25, 2014
Over 200 Native American artists showcase museum-quality Indian art at this annual event. On can enjoy hors d'oeuvres, open wine and champagne bars, as well as and mingling with featured artists. The top Native American artists are represented at this event, benefiting the Museum of Indian Arts and Culture.
Rodeo de Santa Fe, New Mexico- June 14, 18-21
The Rodeo de Santa Fe began in 1949 when Roy Butler, Austin "Slim" Green, Gene Petchesky, Paul Ragle, Paul Rutledge and few other locals had a dream and determination to organize a professional rodeo in Santa Fe, New Mexico. The dream exceeded their ambitious expectations and today remains one of the top 60 PRCA Rodeos in the nation! Featuring such World Champion cowboys as: Taos Muncy, Trevor Brazile and JW Harris the Rodeo de Santa Fe is fun for an entire family! The Rodeo de Santa Fe is a cultural tradition for Santa Feans as our southwest heritage is pristinely displayed through the spirit of "Rodeo". After all, rodeo began in New Mexico! With events like Mutton Bustin' and youth barrels for kids, and traditional events like bull and bronc riding, calf wrestling, team roping, the Santa Fe Rodeo continues to be a crowd favorite of young and old alike! Not to mention the Annual Rodeo Parade which kicks off at 11:00 am on June 14th and winds through the downtown Santa Fe plaza -featuring numerous beautiful, proud and well behaved horses with riders, glimmering Rodeo royalty, marching bands, bag pipes and so more! Nightly Rodeo performances (June 18-21) at Rodeo de Santa Fe grounds – a 10 minute drive from Pueblo Bonito b&b inn- also the 2014 Rodeo Royalty Sponsor!
Santa Fe Opera Festival Season June-August
An American opera company, located 7 miles north of Santa Fe with summer seasons beginning in late June and running through mid- August. Five operas are presented in rotating repertory. The Santa Fe Opera began in July 1957 and is internationally known for introducing new operas as well as creative productions of standard operatic repertoire. Inhabiting approximately 150 acres of land, the Santa Fe Opera sits on top a mesa. Audiences face west toward an ever-changing horizon of sunsets and thunderstorms which are frequently visible throughout many productions when no backdrops are used. Unlike a conventional opera house or theatre, there is no fly system to allow scenery to be lowered from above, nor a proscenium arch (thus no curtain) and subtitles are provided via electronic readers in every seat. The sides of the house are open with rear stage at times being completely open to allow for westward expansive views. Performances begin at sunset (around 8:30) so production lighting is not compromised by the sides of the theatre being open to outside elements. Performance start times also allow opera-goers an opportunity to observe New Mexico sunsets against a surrounding landscape and the enjoyment of traditional tailgate dining. Since its inception, The Santa Fe Opera has staged forty-four American and eleven international premieres, and has commissioned ten new operas.
Santa Fe International Folk Art Market – July 11-13, 2014
The International Folk Art Market showcases wares from over 190 artists- from over 60 countries. The artist selection process is led by a committee of experts from museums like the Smithsonian. Shoppers are able to purchase handmade unique items such as jewelry, bright silks, high-end rugs, woven baskets, wood carvings, paintings and much more. Market goers enjoy complimentary tasting of foods from around the world while live music provides a pleasant shopping experience. The Santa Fe International Folk Art Market is the largest international folk art market in the world showcasing master craftsmanship which enables the artists to preserve their artistic traditions and gain the financial ability to improve their lives and their communities. Since it's inception in 2004, the Santa Fe International Folk Art Market has become a one-of-a-kind event brings over 20,000 visitors in attendance to include: representatives from UNESCO, the Clinton Global Initiative, Peace Corps volunteers, ambassadors and designers. Held at Milner Plaza, next to Santa Fe's Museum of International Folk Art, market goers catch a free shuttle less than a block from Pueblo Bonito bed and breakfast inn doorstep!
Traditional Spanish Market and Contemporary Hispanic Market - July 26-27, 2014
The Santa Fe Spanish Market is one of three Heritage Events held annually in Santa Fe. Spanish Market week events includes: lectures, luncheons, and concerts. Events take place at various venues throughout the city from July 21-27, 2014. The 63rd Spanish Market will feature 350+ artists from the region who work in handmade traditional Spanish Colonial art forms such as weavings, carvings, jewelry, furniture, tinwork and more all indoors at the Community Center. Congruently on the Plaza, the 28th Annual Contemporary Hispanic Market will showcase original contemporary work and individual expressive art outdoors in booths. Live music and dance, art demonstrations and regional food sales enhance these popular events on the Santa Fe Plaza which is less than a 7 minute walk from Pueblo Bonito bed and breakfast inn (free parking is provided to overnight guests).
Annual Santa Fe Indian Market – August 18-24, 2014
Southwestern Association for Indian Arts (SWAIA) celebrates its 93rd Santa Fe Indian Market in 2014! This prestigious annual event brings together 1,100 of the most gifted Native American artists from about 100 tribes who compete for prizes, displaying and selling art work in over 600 booths. Established and emerging Indian artists are celebrated as to their craft, creativity and hard work. 150,000+ visitors, buyers, collectors and gallery owners emerge on Santa Fe from all over the world for a rare opportunity to
meet and purchase 10 kinds of art, in both traditional and contemporary, directly from the artist. A Sneak and General Preview of the Award Winning Art and the SWAIA Live Auction Gala Dinner are held on the eve of the Market while other events including the Native Film Festival, music on the Plaza, a Native American clothing contest, lectures and symposia are available to enjoy the weekdays prior to the Market. Quality is the hallmark of the Santa Fe Indian Market as there are no other venues that consistently brings so many fine Native American artists together in one place at one time.
Fiesta de Santa Fe – late August- early September
This annual event occurs in late August / early September 2014. One of the oldest continuous celebrations in the United States, commemorates Don Diego de Vargas' reentry into Santa Fe on September 14, 1692 which followed the Pueblo Revolt of 1680. A proclamation was signed in 1712 to establish an annual commemoration by the Santa Fe City Council. 2014's celebration kicks off the 301st Fiesta de Santa Fe at Fort Marcy Park with the burning of Zozobra (Old Man Gloom). Zozobra is to symbolize the cleaning of hardships and travails from over the past year and afterward downtown streets leading to the Plaza are closed to traffic-allowing spectators to walk, socialize and purchase food and drink. During Labor Day weekend, a Fine Arts and Crafts Market as well as a Pre-Fiesta Show offers a number of other events throughout the City. Mariachi Extravaganza de Santa Fe is scheduled at the Santa Fe Opera; Historical Lectures are to be held at St. Francis Auditorium; and Mariachi Matinee performed at the Lensic Performing Arts Center- all an easy stroll from Pueblo Bonito bed and breakfast inn. Other entertaining events include — mariachi music and Spanish dancing on the plaza; Desfile De Los Ninos (children's Pet Parade), Fiesta Royalty Ceremonies, the Historical / Hysterical Parade with floats and marching bands, arts and crafts, food vendors, etc. on Saturday and Sunday of Fiesta de Santa Fe.
Santa Fe Pro Musica- Sept thru April
Santa Fe Pro Musica brings together outstanding musicians to inspire and educate audiences of all ages through the performance of great music. A nationally recognized musical organization remaining steeped in its commitment to the Santa Fe community and was founded in 1980. A varied program of ensembles are offered in numerous historic venues- all walking distance from Pueblo Bonito Inn. Santa Fe Pro Musica presents selections of music from the last four centuries to include works from chamber orchestra, chamber ensemble, and large-scale oratorios throughout its seasonal months beginning in September and running through April. Annual Baroque Christmas concerts are very popular with Santa Fe visitors being highly advised to include this in their Santa Fe Christmas plans. Also Baroque Holy Week coinciding with Easter Holiday celebration is a musical wonder for New Mexico travelers to Santa Fe. 2007 seasoon brought high recognition to Santa Fe Pro Musica when Mahler's Das Lied von der Erde/The Song of the Earth was recorded in collaboration with Smithsonian Chamber Players and then nominated for a 2008 GRAMMY® Award in classical music category "Best Small Ensemble Performance".
Santa Fe Wine & Chile Fiesta- Sept 24-28, 2014
Santa Fe Wine & Chile Fiesta is an annual event creating a five-day weekend of events! Local Santa Fe, New Mexico culinary artistry is featured as many top Santa Fe chefs couple their skills with the sophistication and wines of national wineries. This annual Santa Fe event brings over 90 national wineries to Santa Fe to partner with 75 of Santa Fe's best restaurants, creating a delectable schedule of food and wine events. Cooking demos, wine seminars, winery luncheons and dinners area all featured events, yet all the while the Grand Tasting culminates this Fiesta at the Santa Fe Opera. All 75 participating Santa Fe restaurants and all 90 wineries serve samples of their best food and wine for those lucky enough to get tickets! Make your reservation and plans now to attend Santa Fe Wine & Chile Fiesta in one of the most desirable southwestern travel destinations- Santa Fe, New Mexico. Let Pueblo Bonito bed and breakfast be your host with great internet rates available NOW! www.pueblobonitoinn.com
42nd Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta - October 4-12, 2014
Fans and participants from throughout the world enjoy the annual event held at the 200-acre Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta Park. Breathtaking mass ascensions, evening Balloon Glows, and balloon races are all apart of this nine-day color-filled extravaganza New Mexico Fiesta event! Special balloon shapes always amaze and delight and have in years past included a giant butterfly, elephant, Darth Vader, Elsie the cow and even an ice cream cone! Make plans now to stay at Pueblo Bonito bed and breakfast inn- Santa Fe, while attending this spectacular event- rooms fill up quickly! Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta is one of the most photographed events in the world and is so easy to enjoy while staying and experience all Santa Fe has to offer. HINT: Ride the roadrunner transit train from Santa Fe to Fiesta Park- save the hassle, inconvenience and expense of parking and driving yourself! Downtown Santa Fe depot is a short walk from Pueblo Bonito b&b- 3 blocks- to hop on the roadrunner to the Bernalillo depot then take the Balloon shuttle to Fiesta park! Fun, easy and memorable.
Autumn Bird Watching for Santa Fe, New Mexico Travelers.
Courtesy of Pueblo Bonito bed and breakfast inn- Santa Fe, NM
November Bird Watching can prove to be quiet exuberating when Santa Fe visitors take note of crystal blue New Mexico skies! Not only are our skies a glorious crisp blue in color, but some of Gods most amazing creatures have recently been spotted on the grounds of Santa Fe's Pueblo Bonito bed and breakfast inn! Closeby areas – such as the Galisteo Basin- are also known for bird watching and recent spotting have been as follows:
Downing Woodpecker:Though I am not an expert birdwatcher, I have seen an active little Downy Woodpecker on several occasions balancing on the branches of tall Chinese elms at Pueblo Bonito bed and breakfast inn- Santa Fe, NM. He frequently makes his presence known by the rap-tap-tap of his pecking on a nearby light pole! His beautiful black-and-white colors are prominently displayed and easily identifiable even for my beginning bird watching knowledge!
American Kestrel: North America's littlest falcon! Evidently The American Kestrel packs a predator's fierce intensity into its small body. It's one of the most colorful of all raptors from what I've read. The American Kestrel spotted on the grounds of Pueblo Bonito bed and breakfast inn looked very much like the photo below to the right. Beautiful slate-blue head and wings with contrasting rusty-red back and tail. It was definitely on the prowl as it perched for a few minutes on our telephone lines then and swooped quickly across the street for what we assume was a tasty dinner treat!
These little beauties are frequently seen around Santa Fe as their migration begins in the November. They tend to hop the grounds of Pueblo Bonito bed and breakfast inn for both fall and spring visits. It is my understanding they winter in forests and feed in both deciduous and coniferous trees, often at higher elevations (Santa Fe is 7000 ft with nearby Sangre de Cristos mountains to 13,000+ ft).
In fall through spring, harriers can be found in wide-open grasslands, or fields in outlaying areas of Santa Fe county. Recently I sighted a Northern Harrier during flight just off 285 south of Santa Fe. Note the low, slow, coursing flight style, the bird's V-shaped wing posture, and its white rump- all indications of correct classification of Northern Harrier. During migration in the fall and spring, you can see these magnificent birds high in the sky over nearby mountain ridges and hills.
November Travel to Santa Fe, New Mexico is a delightful experience for birdwatchers, history buffs, black Friday shoppers, Thanksgiving travelers, and so much more! The staff at Pueblo Bonito bed and breakfast inn have been serving Santa Fe visitors for over 28 years! We strive to make your New Mexico bird watching visit memorable. Special Discount rates available on line (click here) or call 1-800-461-4599. Awarded: 2013 Guest Favorite Inn; 2012 Guest Most Likely to Return; 2011 Top Santa Fe Lodging.
Photos: All About Birds
SANTA FE, NM BEST KEPT TRAVEL SECRET(s)!
One of Santa Fe, NM's best kept travel secrets is visiting in September, October and November. Fall and Pre-winter travel dates provide cooler temperatures (70s, 60s and even 50s by Thanksgiving) and lessened crowds (a selection of more popular Santa Fe restaurants will not require an hour wait!). One can reasonably argue, springtime to be equally preferred boasting similar climate temps and discounted room rates, however fall festivals and breathtaking foliage create a special travel season for Santa Fe , New Mexico.
Where to stay – another coveted travel secret- is the "2013 Guest Favorite Inn" awarded to Pueblo Bonito b&b in downtown. Nestled quietly next to the NM State capitol, this 150 yr old adobe pueblo-style compound creates a perfect travel package for history buff seeking to experience authentic Old Santa Fe accommodations. Mid-October thru Mid-May really highlight the glories of Pueblo Bonito Inn as each of it's 18 enchanting guest rooms boast a working corner kiva fireplace! No need to imagine here. Slumber off to the real sound of crackling wood with a soft scent of pine providing a therapeutic ambiance of relaxation and enjoyment. Last, but not least the third best kept Santa Fe Travel secret is what to do… so many choices on any day of the week during the September, October and November months. We offer just a few:
Aug 31-Sept 2: Labor Day Weekend: Fiesta Fine Arts & Crafts on the Plaza!
Sept 5, 7, 8: FIESTA de SANTA FE:*Burning of Zozobra- Thursday night celebration of burning of Old Man Gloom; Entrada de Don Diego de Vargas- Friday Fiesta Royalty reenactment; Food Booths; Band Stand on the Plaza; Parades- Friday, Saturday and Sunday day & night provide local culture through music, food, dance, arts and craft; Pet Parade: Saturday morning around the plaza locals share proudly their favorite pets in theme.
Sept 7: GREEN CHILI HARVEST FESTIVAL at SF FARMERS MARKET located at Santa Fe Railyard. Celebrate Northern New Mexico's unique culture and history in chili. Produce, baked goods, jams, and other locally grown foods, and crafts. Every Tues & Saturday through November!
Sept 14, 15: PILAR ART STUDIO TOUR: In Pilar, NM.
FALL GOLD SALE at SKI SANTA FE in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains!: Enjoy mountain air, gold foliage and a trip aboard Ski Santa Fe's Super Chief Quad Chairlift. Food by La Casa Café & Beer Garden by Santa Fe Brewing on the deck with live music. Great savings at Ski Santa Fe Sports Shop Pre Season Blowout Sale. Season Pass Sale.
Sept 21, 22:
*SANTA FE TRIATHALON: Sat 21st: 7:30 am Geneoveva Chavez Community Center: 5k run; 12 mile bike; 400 m swim.
*HIGH ROAD TO TAOS STUDIO TOUR: Scenic Byway is a lovely, winding road through Sangre de Cristo Mountains between Santa Fe and Taos with magnificent vistas of snow-capped peaks, alpine meadows, and charming traditional Spanish and Pueblo villages
*POJOUQUE RIVER ART TOUR: A uniquely Northern New Mexico tri-cultural art experience, includes nineteen studios and thirty-seven artists and artisans.
*SANTA FE RENESSANCE FAIR: 10 am – 6 pm A community event with proceeds to support the homeless. Held at
El Rancho de las Golondrinas- a Spanish colonial outdoor living history museum. 200 acres of historical recreations, including working gristmills, blacksmith, wheelwright and many other outstanding attractions of history to discover!
Sept 25-29: SANTA FE WINE/CHILI FESTIVAL: Demos and Testing's; Parings and an Auction; Golf Tournament; Grand Tasting at the Opera House; Seminars and Luncheons; And so, so much to experience and enjoy in diverse cultures, foods and drinks!
Sept 28-29: HIGH ROAD TO TAOS STUDIO TOUR (2nd Weekend); POJOUQUE RIVER ART TOUR:
October 5,6: *Harvest Festival at El Rancho de las Golondrinas- Bringing the harvest in with villagers as they crush grapes for wine by foot, string chile ristras, make tortillas, bake fresh bread and much more! Sat/Sun 10-4.
October 5-13: INTERNATIONAL ALBUQUERQUE BALLOON FIESTA: Always a breathtaking event with mass ascensions; evening glows; races; rides; special shapes; pin trading and so much more for every age to enjoy. Take the rail runner from Santa Fe depot in the morning to avoid the traffic/parking and return via rail runner to Pueblo Bonito b&b. This allows you to see the fiesta on the perfect weather day!
October 12-14: ABIQUIU STUDIO TOUR-Around beautiful Abiquiu, NM (just a 75 min drive from Pueblo Bonito Inn- Santa Fe). 10-5.
October 16-20: SANTA FE INDEPENDENT FILM FESTIVAL: Five days of fun! Independent film screenings, community events, educational workshops- located within a short walk from Pueblo Bonito b&b inn!
October 19,20: GALISTEO STUDIO TOUR- A sleepy little village about 20 minutes from Pueblo Bonito b&b surrounded by spectacular foliage. An annual event which is the only time of year the public is invited to tour private studios and meet artists that call Galisteo (a classic New Mexican Village) home. 10-5.
Nov 1-20: IT'S ABOUT TIME – 14,000 Years of History thru Art: New Mexico History Museum (short walk from Pueblo Bonito Inn- Santa Fe). Trace art in the American Southwest from the earliest Clovis culture to present day. Native American, Hispanic and European American art. Exhibit emphasizes the prime objects of artistic change as part of the centennial celebration of New Mexico statehood.
*Nov 2 & 24: SANTA FE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA AND CHORUS: Professional full-sized orchestra with volunteer chorus. Performance include: Nov 2: Voyages of Discovery; Nov 24: Handel's Messiah (a must do for Thanksgiving visitors!).
Nov 7,8,9: TONY HILLERMAN WRITERS CONFERENCE! An intimate writers conference open to writers of all genres.
Nov 8,9,10: Fuze SW 2013: Food and Folklore Festival- New Mexico Museum of Art. Folklore and customs that created a uniquely New Mexican culinary tradition in a series of keynotes, talks, panel discussions, breakout sessions, creative interludes, and—of course—food! –
Nov 15,16, 22, 23: Greer Garson Theatre :'Our Lady of 121st Street'. Comedy created by co-artistic director of New York's Labyrinth Theatre Company. A group of acquaintances attend wake of former teacher (a nun) whose body was stolen. As the search for her corpse continues, we meet a cast of characters both hilarious and tragic.
Nov 24- THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY in Santa Fe! You've never experiences Black Friday the Santa Fe way! Come host in the Holidays via New Mexico style. If it snows- the Ski Basin will open. If it doesn't, the shops and cultural events will be in full force! No way you can loose by celebrating Thanksgiving in Santa Fe, NM. Great nightly and group rates always available at your favorite Santa Fe bed and breakfast inn- Pueblo Bonito 1-800-461-4599 www.pueblobonitoinn.com
Historic New Mexico Mission Tours -Santa Fe via Pueblo Bonito Inn.
San Miguel Mission: also known as San Miguel Chapel, is a Spanish colonial mission church located in downtown Santa Fe, New Mexico - a block from the historic Pueblo Bonito Inn. Claimed to be the oldest church in the United States, San Miguel Mission was built around 1626. Damage sustained during the Pueblo Revolt of 1680 was rebuilt in 1710 following the Spanish reconquest for which the chapel served Spanish soldiers. Hand carved pieces located inside the chapel include a wooden statue of Saint Michael dating back to at least 1709. Though the church has been repaired and rebuilt numerous times over the years, its original adobe walls are still largely intact despite having been hidden by later additions. The mission is a U.S. National Historic Landmark.
Loretto Chapel- originally a Roman Catholic church, now privately owned and used as a museum with wedding chapel. A long time subject of legend, the "Miraculous Staircase" and circumstances surrounding it are considered miraculous by the Sisters of Loretto as well as many visitors. In 1872, a convent chapel was commissioned to be built and named Our Lady of Light Chapel for the Sisters of Loretto. Designed by French architect Antoine Mouly in Gothic Revival style, ornately decorated with spires, buttresses, and stained glass windows imported from France, the Loretto Chapel built on a smaller scale, bears close resemblance to Paris's Sainte-Chapelle. After the architect's sudden death, and much of the construction finished, it was realized no type of stairway to the choir loft was provided. Needing a way to get up to the choir loft the nuns prayed for St. Joseph's intercession for nine straight days after which a stranger appeared at their door. Offering to build the nuns a staircase, but requiring total privacy he locked himself in the chapel for three months. Using a only primitive tools including a square, saw and warm water he constructed a spiral staircase entirely of non-native wood. The carpenter's identity was never known for as soon as the staircase was finished he was gone. Witnesses, upon seeing the staircase, felt it was constructed as a miraculous occurrence by St Joseph himself. The mystery has never been solved as to who the carpenter was or where he got his lumber, for no reports were made of anyone seeing lumber delivered nor of the man come and go while construction was done. Less than a five minute walk from Pueblo Bonito b&b inn- the Loretto Chapel is a must see when Mission touring Santa Fe.
Cristo Rey church (Spanish for Christ King), is a beautiful adobe example of historic New Mexico Mission architecture with notable Spanish colonial retablos and santos adorning its sanctuary. Used for worship, weddings and community events, this active Roman Catholic church quietly sits at the east end of Canyon Rd on the corner of Cristo Rey street. An easy five minute drive from Pueblo Bonito b&b as you peruse the famous art and sculpture work on Canyon Road.
Galisteo Mission the Pueblo of the Tanos (Galisteo Pueblo) was founded around 1250 AD. A thriving community of 1,000+ surface dwellings was situated on the west side of Galisteo Creek. This pueblo presented an impressive appearance to outside visitors for the time period. Once named "San Lucas" by Spanish settlers in 1590, Juan de Oñate renamed the pueblo "Santa Ana" in 1600. In early seventeenth century again renaming occurred and the village became known as "Santa Cruz de Galisteo". Franciscan brothers founded this first permanent mission among the Tanoan speaking people in 1612. It was the earliest mission in the Galisteo Basin as well as one of the earliest missions in New Mexico. This 17th century church was unique as it was built sufficiently wide – having three aisles with two rows of support columns leading from the sanctuary. Though it is not certain whom is responsible for the notable church design, Fray Pedro de Ortega, is thought to have contributed. Galisteo Mission is located a short, but beautiful 20 minute drive south of Santa Fe's Pueblo Bonito bed and breakfast inn off Hwy 41 in Galisteo New Mexico.
The Santuario de Guadalupe originally built in 1781, located on Guadalupe St- just a five minute walk north-west of Pueblo Bonito b&b inn, it is known as the "Soul of Santa Fe". This historic mission church played a very significant role in religious, cultural, and traditional life of the people of Santa Fe. It is the oldest, still-standing church dedicated to Our Lady of Guadalupe in the US and Canada. Located at the end of the Camino Real (the main route from Mexico City via Chihuahua to the Southwest) which brought Spanish ancestors and the Franciscan friars who ministered and sowed seeds of Christian faith with a devotion to Our Lady of Guadalupe. This historic New Mexico mission is considered to be very holy. El Santuario de Guadalupe church is currently an art and history museum and contains the Archdiocese of Santa Fe's collection of New Mexican santos (carved images of the saints), Italian Renaissance paintings, and Mexican baroque paintings. Among the treasured works is Our Lady of Guadalupe, one of the largest and finest oil paints of the Spanish Southwest, dated 1783 and signed by Jose de Alzibar, one of Mexico's most renowned painters.Sanctuario de Chimayo – Located north of Santa Fe, New Mexico on Hwy 285/520 – a short 20 minute drive from Inn at Pueblo Bonito in the historic village of Chimayó, New Mexico – one can view this rustic and serene active Roman Catholic Church. This is one of the most famous churches in New Mexico and North America. Known as a shrine and National Historic Landmark, El Sanctuario de Chimayo receives over 300,000 visitors a year and is called the most important and largest Catholic pilgrimage center in the United States. The walled courtyard entrance is one of the most photographed sites in Northern New Mexico and houses a small cemetery. This picturesque church, built of three foot thick adobe walls has a bell tower on each side with pointed caps and a metal pitched roof that were probably added in the 1920s. Thick, yet elegant wood doors were carved by 19th-century carpenter Pedro Domínguez while notable folk-art carvings and decorations can be found inside the sanctuary and narthex. Of special note, a small room called el pocito (the little well), located just left of the front alter, contains a round pit. This "round pit" is the source of "holy dirt" (tierra bendita) that is believed to have healing powers. The adjacent Prayer Room displays photographs, discarded crutches, and unique testimonials of those who have received healing. Recently added is the outside sanctuary needed to receive mass numbers of pilgrims on Good Friday and Easter walks.
Pecos Mission (aka: Mission Nuestra Señora de los Ángeles de Porciúncula or Mission of Our Lady of the Angels of Porciúncula) was a mission that served the people of Pecos Pueblo near Pecos, New Mexico. The first church at Pecos Pueblo is thought to have been built by Franciscan Fray Pedro Zambrano Ortiz around 1619. This isolated church was built along a narrow ridge, 400 m northeast of the pueblo's main quadrangle, as the pueblo people would not allow construction closer to their dwelling sites. A permanent church was constructed outside the walls of the pueblo of Pecos, New Mexico in 1625. This church was destroyed in the Pueblo Revolt of 1680, wherein the Spanish were ejected from New Mexico. After the Spanish reconquest in 1693, a smaller church was built in 1717 for which the walls of this later church still stand on top of the prior church's stone foundation. Ruins are located 25 miles south east of Santa Fe's Pueblo Bonito Inn off I-25 in Pecos National Historic Park.
Santa Fe Travelers love the City Different!
Whether you're planning a New Mexico vacation, a Santa Fe visit or permanent relocation, you'll come to realize that Santa Fe is "the City Different". Why is Santa Fe known as "The City Different"?
Unlike many vacation destinations you may have visited, Santa Feans are extremely friendly and our town itself is smaller, more intimate- yet Santa Fe boasts attractions that easily stand up to many a metropolis:
*World Class art galleries and museums
*Family entertainment, events, and festivals
*Gourmet dining; Opera/Symphony performances and other cultural nightlife
*History, Rich Native American culture, Unique architecture
*World-class shopping
*National Parks and natural beauty abound
*Easy access to nearby sites and day trips
*Numerous opportunities for worship and spirituality
*Easy convenient, walkable downtown with historic sites, cultural events, performances etc.
Santa Fe is "the City Different" because, unlike other cities, our history is an integral part of our day-to-day life, augmented by modernity rather than erased by it. Established by indigenous hunters and gatherers, influenced by Hispanic immigrants and explorers, and populated over the centuries by numerous other European descendants, Santa Fe continues to embrace new diversity and to celebrate our cultural heritage. Legacies from these earlier groups endure in harmony: in nearby pueblos and reservations, through diverse festivals and traditions, even in the local foods grown and eaten and in the beauty that nurtures us.
No American city has ever been more beautiful and well preserved. Centuries ago, newcomers were drawn to this area because of the scenic splendor. They stayed because the earth offered bountiful lands providing precious minerals and gems, including gold, silver, and turquoise. Today, unique among many cities, Santa Fe New Mexico boasts spectacular views and experiences of nature. Several mountain ranges – visible wherever you turn—beckon to hikers, skiers, birdwatchers, horseback riders and nature enthusiasts. The Rio Grande replenishes the high desert plains and valleys, sustaining productive fields to supply local farmers and markets, as well as pastures for domesticated cattle and buffalo and the wild herds of antelope will take your breath away when sight them from the highways and byways.
Finally, Santa Fe has earned its nickname because it truly is different, in indescribable ways. There is a spirit here which defies definition, yet you feel it in the purity of the air, in the vivid colors of each season, in the deep blue of the heavens and the vastness of the night sky. There is an ethereal quality that turns mere neighbors into lifelong friends as locals take things a little slower, living by the unspoken code of "manana". One stands a little taller, breathes a little easier, relaxes and smells the roses in the City Different.
We invite you to come and experience this delightful City of Difference and allow us at Pueblo Bonito bed and breakfast inn to provide your accommodations- making your Santa Fe vacation a time to remember. Call us at 1-800-461-4599 or book online at
NOVEMBER – New Mexico Thanksgiving Vacation Delight!
Thanksgiving in New Mexico is a time for gathering with family and loved ones, expressing gratitude and, of course, eating- yes lots of eating! A truly memorable and one of a kind Thanksgiving vacation to Santa Fe wouldn't be the same without this all of the important aspect of tantalizing New Mexico cuisine! Over 150 restaurants to choose from in the downtown area alone provided plenty of options: creative, traditional, eclectic and more! Within a short stroll from Pueblo Bonito b&b you'll find (5 or less minutes) : Restaurant Martin, Galisteo Bistro, Rio Chama, Blue Corn Café; 10 minutes or less: La Casa Sena, Geronimos, The Compound to name just a few.
After dining with family and friends this holiday, New Mexicans can pay tribute to the spirit of the very first Thanksgiving by honoring Native American culture. The Southwestern Association for Indian Arts' (SWAIA) Winter Indian Market, held every year the weekend after Thanksgiving Day, features row after row of Native American art, handcrafted by more than 100 artists. (The larger Summer Indian Market, also run by SWAIA, features the work of more than 1,100 artists.) The fair, which dates back almost 100 years, also offers native cuisine, ranging from "Pueblo style oven bread and pies" to Navajo blue corn pancakes. Admission is free for this annual event, held at the Santa Fe Convention Center. November 24-25, Admission: $5.
Ski Santa Fe- The 2012/2013 Ski/Snowboard season is currently scheduled to open Thanksgiving Day. Since weather is one element mankind is unable to control, we hope that the "El Nino" weather pattern holds true for this season! An exceptional Family skiing experience begins in a city that has been in the top 10 tourist destinations for years. Ski Santa Fe appeals to snow enthusiasts who desire a great mountain experience and something more than a typical resort. Ski and snowboard in fresh powder all day, then take in world-class art, dining, and culture at night. Ski Santa Fe is conveniently located just 18 miles northeast of Pueblo Bonito b&b inn - Santa Fe (an easy 20-25 minute drive). Ski Santa Fe is in the Santa Fe National Forest; has a base elevation of 10,350′; peak elevation of 12,053′; vertical drop of 1,703′; average annual snowfall of 225″. Ski acreage is 660 consisting of 45 runs with 40% expert, 40% intermediate, and 20% novice. Snowboarding is allowed on 50% of trails. Lift lines are generally short and ticket prices affordable as compared to highly commercialized ski resorts.
The La Cienega Studio Tour. La Cienega is a lush valley about 15 miles from Pueblo Bonito bed & breakfast inn and accessed from I-25. Once a Spanish land grant, this quaint little village is home to many different kinds of artists from painters, ceramic artists to sculptors and woodworkers. Thanksgiving weekend, these artists open their studios for tours and intriguing conversations! Nov 24, 25, 2012
Hiking! A year round family activity for which notable hikes near Santa Fe, New Mexico consist of:
*Aspen Vista Trail - Popular and easy trail in Sangre de Cristo Mountains located on Ski Basin Road at the 13 mile marker.
*Dale Ball Trails – A system of interconnecting trails for hikers that connect it to the Nature Conservancy Trail, the Dorothy Stewart Trail, and the Atalaya Trail.
*Atalaya Mountain Trail - Another popular trail leading toward the summit of Atalaya Mountain (9,000 feet elevation at the peak). This is a steep trail near the summit, and provides spectacular views of Santa Fe. Access is at the St Johns College parking lot which is less than a 5 minute drive from Pueblo Bonito Inn- Santa Fe.
*The Nature Conservancy Trail – One of the closest trails to Pueblo Bonito b&b- Santa Fe and access is from parking area on Upper Canyon rd. Ruins of an old dam are notable on this trail which runs along the original route of the Santa Fe river.
*Tent Rocks Trail – One of our favorites! A beautiful 40 minute drive from Pueblo Bonito bed and breakfast inn and located in Tent Rocks National Monument in Cochiti Pueblo. Prime viewing of exquisite rock formations await the moderately skilled hiker for which the park has been named.
A trail guide is available at the City of Santa Fe website.
Making Your Santa Fe Vacation Memorable.
Popular day trip suggestion for our Santa Fe vacation visitors who enjoy staying at Pueblo Bonito bed & breakfast inn is to enjoy a visit to one of the nearby natural hot springs. A short scenic drive to access one of the following natural hot springs is worth the time alone, but when coupled with the therapeutic, relaxing energies these waters provide, a special and memorable experience occurs that can only be experienced when taking an enchanting New Mexico vacation.
Please note many of these springs are located in remote destinations and may require a certain amount of hiking, climbing or other physical activity to reach. You should always check with the Forest Service or local ranger station before attempting to access these pools.
Ojo Caliente, located in the foothills of the Carson National Forest, in the town of Ojo Caliente, between Santa Fe and Taos. Five different springs with different temperatures and mineral content; indoor and outdoor pools with temperatures ranging from 85-106F. Bathing suits required.
Montezuma Hot Springs, located northwest of the town of Las Vegas on the grounds of the United World College. Three clusters of concrete soaking pools of various sizes and temperatures. Bathing suits required.
San Antonio Hot Springs, located west of Santa Fe, north of the town of Jemez Springs. It is about a 10 minute walk from where you can park. Ask locals for directions. A series of rock pools built along the hillside of San Diego Canyon. The hottest pool is about 105 F with the lower ones progressively cooler. Clothing optional.
McCauley Warm Springs, located west of Santa Fe, north of the town of Jemez Springs. Accessible from either Battleship Rock (5 miles north of Jemez Springs on highway 4) or Jemez Falls Campground (14 miles north of Jemez Springs). Park at either location for the roughly 2.5 mile hike in to the springs. Large, shallow, warm pool that flows into several smaller, deeper pools with temperatures 85-90 F. Clothing optional.
Soda Dam Hot Springs, located west of Santa Fe, north of the town of Jemez Springs. A cluster of small hot spring pools with spectacular scenery not great soaking.
Spence Hot Spring, located west of Santa Fe, north of the town of Jemez Springs. An easy short hike. Ask locals for directions. Several sand-bottom pools on a steep hillside on the east side of the Jemez River. Water temperature between 100 –– 110 F. Clothing optional.
Giggling Springs Hot Springs Jemez Springs, Bathing suits required. Reservations strongly recommended. Pool temperature is 102-104.
Jemez Springs BathHouse, located in the park on the main street of Jemez Springs.


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According to a Creston Fire report, firefighters responded to a call of a yard on fire. Creston Fire Captain Gary Thompson said the fire was caused by not properly clearing leaves and debris from the area where homeowner Alycia Besch was burning pine needles and leaves in a fire ring. Besch extinguished the fire by the time firefighters arrived. Creston fire personnel investigated to make sure the fire was out.
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HHS Prospective Service Acquisition Reviews
June 3, 2011
To: Heads of Contracting Activity Service Acquisition Initiative Focal Points
From: Angela Billups, Ph.D. /s/
Senior Procurement Executive
Subject: HHS' Prospective Service Acquisition Reviews
Effective Date: Immediately
1. Purpose:
The purpose of this Acquisition Policy Memorandum (APM) is to establish guidelines for the prospective review of designated Department of Health and Human Services' (HHS or the Department) service acquisitions -- see Sections 3 and 4 of this APM. These reviews comprise one part of the Department's overall strategy to: (a) evaluate our service acquisition portfolio; and (b) build a more comprehensive acquisition enhancement program that will encompass reviews of not only significant service contracts but also high-dollar value and high-risk information technology, research and development, and construction contracts.
This APM complements the February 24, 2011 memorandum from Assistant Secretary for Financial Resources (ASFR) Ellen Murray, which requires a retrospective review of the Department's fiscal year (FY) 2010 service contract inventory and application of those review findings to FY 2011 acquisitions.
This effort is intended to ensure that HHS' planned service acquisitions meeting specified dollar thresholds or qualitative criteria receive the necessary cross-functional (e.g., program, budget, finance, human resource, information technology, legal, and contracting) oversight. The goal of such oversight is to ensure that our service acquisitions: (a) meet mission needs in a cost-effective manner; (b) comply with all relevant statutory and regulatory requirements; and (c) support the efficient and effective use of resources -- including the identification of potential strategic sourcing opportunities.
2. Background:
As a decentralized Department with numerous acquisition offices, HHS has historically allowed OPDIVs [including Office of the Secretary's (OS) Staff Divisions] to conduct their acquisition processes within a broad policy framework. However, in recent years, HHS' service acquisition budget has increased, along with increasing responsibilities for performing highly important, complex, and politically visible services – thus, demanding a broader, enterprise-wide look at our service acquisition processes, controls, and results.
In addition, the Office of Management and Budget's (OMB) Office of Federal Procurement Policy (OFPP) has initiated several acquisition initiatives related to strategic sourcing, competition, and the preferred use of fixed-price (rather than cost-reimbursement, time-and-material, or labor-hour) contracts. More recently, per the direction of Congress, OFPP has begun focusing specifically on the use and nature of service contracts government-wide.
In FY 2010, HHS awarded 57,000 service contract transactions with a combined value of $13.1 billion, representing 70 percent of HHS' total contract spend. Section 743 of Division C of the FY 2010 Consolidated Appropriations Act (Public Law 222-117) and OFPP's November 5, 2010 memorandum, "Service Contract Inventories" (OFPP memorandum) (http://www.whitehouse.gov/sites/default/files/omb/procurement/memo/service-contract-inventories-guidance-11052010.pdf), requires HHS to: establish service contract inventories ; and perform a retrospective analysis of FY 2010 service contracts. To achieve these public policy objectives, HHS must also institute a prospective review process.
To support the required retrospective analysis, the Office of the Assistant Secretary for Financial Resources (ASFR) and the OPDIVs, are now:
- establishing cross-functional teams at the OPDIV level and within OS;
- determining review methodologies, including as appropriate: (1) interviews of budget managers, program managers, contracting officers' technical representatives, and contracting officers; (2) use of data mining; and (3) reviews of a sample of contract files;
- developing review timelines; and
- preparing review guidelines, including a common reporting template.
As a result, the retrospective review process is not addressed in detail in this APM. It will move on a track parallel to the prospective (transactional) reviews required by this APM. However, the results of our retrospective reviews may trigger further refinements to this APM.
Prospective reviews of planned acquisitions are a critical part of the overall service acquisition management strategy. While the entire HHS service acquisition portfolio is potentially subject to enhanced oversight, prospective reviews will initially focus on a unique subset -- advisory and assistance services (A&AS) . Our focus on A&AS is warranted because this category of services is often closely related to inherently governmental functions, or can otherwise be subject to misuse or abuse. Examples of A&AS include legal services, management support services, and financial accounting/auditing services. In FY 2010, HHS awarded $3.8 billion for A&AS representing 19 percent of HHS' total contract spend and 27 percent of HHS' total service contract spend.
3. Prospective Review of Designated Service Acquisitions:
Covered Acquisitions
The requirements of this APM pertain not only to the product and service (P&S) codes for "special interest functions" cited in the OFPP memorandum, but also to P&S codes for A&AS we have identified for HHS. For example, we have included P&S codes for services involving "studies and evaluations," which we believe pose a certain level of risk, e.g., not clearly spelling out deliverables that benefit the Department. This set of P&S codes is provided below in Table 1.
All new service acquisitions to be awarded in FY 2011, using the P&S codes cited in Table 1, must be reviewed prospectively either by: (a) the OPDIV Head of the Contracting Activity (HCA) (or designee); or (b) the OPDIV HCA (or designee) and ASFR's Office of Grants and Acquisition Policy and Accountability (OGAPA), as indicated below. For purposes of this APM, new acquisitions include:
- commercial service contracts, including orders placed under the Federal Supply Schedule;
- definitive contracts for other than commercial services, (regardless of extent of competition or pricing arrangement);
- task orders – whether placed under OPDIV-awarded indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity contracts, blanket purchase agreements, or government-wide acquisition contracts;
- letter contracts; and
- assisted acquisitions under interagency agreements.
Review Requirements
- Any planned FY 2011 award in the above-specified categories at or below $5 million must be reviewed by the HCA (or designee) , if the planned award is considered to be politically sensitive or otherwise important to management. Whether a planned acquisition falls within one of those categories should be jointly decided by the cognizant Program Manager (or Contracting Officer's Technical Representative) and the HCA.
- Any planned FY 2011 award in the above-specified categories exceeding $5 million must be reviewed by the HCA (or designee).
- Any planned FY 2011 award in the above-specified categories exceeding $20 million must be reviewed by both the HCA (or designee) and ASFR/OGAPA. Please see Section 4, HCA Responsibiliites, for more information concerning any potential deviations.
- OGAPA may also request to review planned FY 2011 acquisitions at or below $20 million based upon:
- interest generated in a particular category of services;
- interest generated in contracts with a particular vendor;
- interest generated in a particular type or class of contracts (e.g., cost-reimbursement contracts, incrementally-funded contracts, noncompetitive contracts, or contracts to support a specific initiative);
- information available to the Senior Procurement Executive (e.g., complex or high-profile, multi-OPDIV initiatives; prior protests or claims, acquisitions in which interest has been expressed by the White House, Congress, the Office of Inspector General, or the Government Accountability Office); or
- any other criteria later identified, as deemed necessary and proper to uphold the integrity of our acquisition-related business processes and ensure the success of HHS' mission objectives.
On average, the Department's goal is to complete each of its reviews within five business days. However, the form, timing, extent and duration of ASFR/OGAPA's participation in prospective FY 2011 reviews will be arranged individually with each OPDIV to integrate or harmonize the prospective review process as much as possible with pre-existing OPDIV acquisition review procedures. For example, our reviews may be completed concurrently with OPDIV reviews, or jointly as a participating member of an OPDIV review.
HCAs and ASFR/OGAPA should request reviews by Office of General Counsel (OGC) when potential legal issues arise, or for high dollar value/high risk acquisitions. To expedite any legal reviews, HCAs and ASFR/OGAPA should forward the results of their review findings and recommendations to OGC, along with all necessary pre-award documentation.
When applying dollar thresholds for prospective FY 2011 review purposes, OPDIVs shall use the total estimated price/cost of the award, including options. Following completion of the FY 2010 service contract inventory analysis, or as otherwise needed, OGAPA may add or refine review requirements.
For FY 2011, the HCA (or designee) should review: the draft Acquisition Plan (AP) (if it is required under HHSAR subpart 307.71); the draft solicitation; and the proposed contract. If a solicitation has already been issued for an award to be made in FY 2011, the required review must occur prior to award. FY 2011 OGAPA reviews should be performed prior to issuance of solicitations and, if requested by OGAPA, before award.
For FY 2012 planning purposes, unless different direction is provided in an updated APM, required OPDIV reviews should be undertaken as part of the process leading to development of an OPDIV's Annual Acquisition Plan (see HHSAR 307.104) and at each subsequent major milestone for a particular acquisition, i.e., prior to completion of the AP (if applicable), prior to issuance of the solicitation, and before award. FY 2012 OGAPA reviews should be performed prior to issuance of solicitations and, if requested by OGAPA, before award.
The results of these reviews may require the cancellation or delay of a planned FY 2011/2012 acquisition, or a shorter period of performance. In all cases, review results shall be used to help plan future requirements.
Table 1: Product and Service Codes for Prospective Review
Product & Service Code | Description |
B505 | Cost benefit analysis |
B506 | Data analysis (other than scientific) |
B513 | Feasibility studies (non-construction) |
B547 | Accounting/financial management studies |
B550 | Organization/administrative/personnel studies |
B552 | Manpower studies |
B553 | Communications studies |
B554 | Acquisition policy/procedures Studies |
B599 | Other special studies and analyses |
R406 | Policy review/development services |
R407 | Program evaluation services |
R408 | Program management/support services |
R409 | Program review/ development services |
R413 | Specifications development services |
R414 | Systems engineering services |
R418 | Legal services |
R423 | Intelligence services |
R425 | Engineering and technical services |
R497 | Personal service contracts |
R701 | Advertising services |
R702 | Data collection services |
R707 | Management services/contract & procurement support |
R708 | Public relations services, including event planning and management, media relations, and radio and television analysis |
D302 | ADP systems development services |
D307 | Automated information systems services |
D314 | ADP system acquisition support services |
D310 | ADP Backup and Security Services |
4. HCA Responsibilities:
In furtherance of the Department's service acquisition review effort, HCAs are immediately required to issue guidance to their requiring activities to inform them of prospective review requirements -- specifying the types of acquisition planning or other documentation needed to perform prospective reviews.
HCAs shall also develop procedures to implement the prospective review process, consistent with the requirements of this (or a later version of this) APM. For example, such procedures should go beyond considerations normally applied to pre-solicitation and pre-award reviews and, at a minimum, address: availability of funds; severability of services; contract type; extent of competition; planned means of contract administration; and whether the planned acquisition: (a) is of a type that could be performed by federal personnel, (b) involves inherently governmental or closely related functions, (c) may involve personal services, and (d) may be a candidate for strategic sourcing. If there is a need to deviate from any HCA or OGAPA review requirements regarding thresholds, documents to be reviewed, or timing of reviews, HCAs must include a compelling, risk-based justification in their prospective review guidance/procedures. OGAPA will review such guidance/procedures to ensure the primary SAI objectives are met.
In addition, HCAs must take each of the following steps by their respective due dates:
- Prepare guidance/procedures to implement prospective review requirements -- submit to email@example.com by the 15th business day after issuance of this APM.
- Using the attached SAI Prospective Review Summary or equivalent MS Excel-compatible document, identify your plans for: (1) new FY 2011 and FY 2012 awards that will exceed $5 million; and (2) new FY 2011 and FY 2012 awards up to and including $5 million considered politically sensitive or important by management -- submit to firstname.lastname@example.com by the 30th calendar day after issuance of this APM.
[Please include accurate P&S code designations, as well as clear and concise service requirement descriptions -- to facilitate service acquisition planning, tracking, and reporting.] - Update plans for new FY 2011 and FY 2012 awards monthly -- submit to firstname.lastname@example.com by the sixth business day of the following month.
5. Next Steps:
As this initiative evolves, OGAPA will refine this APM as needed, to address:
- Lessons learned in implementing this APM, including OPDIV feedback;
- Knowledge gained from our cross-functional, FY 2010 retrospective reviews;
- Relevant enhancements to HHS' critical non-service acquisition portfolio;
- Successful business practices from other Federal agencies; and
- Any further guidance from OFPP.
2 FAR 2.101 defines A&AS, in part, as those services provided under contract by nongovernmental sources to support or improve: organizational policy development; decision-making; management and administration; program and/or project management and administration; or R&D activities. It can also mean the furnishing of professional advice or assistance rendered to improve the effectiveness of Federal management processes or procedures (including those of an engineering and technical nature). In rendering the foregoing services, outputs may take the form of information, advice, opinions, alternatives, analyses, evaluations, recommendations, training and the day-to-day aid of support personnel needed for the successful performance of ongoing Federal operations. All advisory and assistance services are classified in one of the following definitional subdivisions:
(1) Management and professional support services, i.e., contractual services that provide assistance, advice or training for the efficient and effective management and operation of organizations, activities (including management and support services for R&D activities), or systems. These services are normally closely related to the basic responsibilities and mission of the agency originating the requirement for the acquisition of services by contract. Included are efforts that support or contribute to improved organization of program management, logistics management, project monitoring and reporting, data collection, budgeting, accounting, performance auditing, and administrative technical support for conferences and training programs.
(2) Studies, analyses and evaluations, i.e., contracted services that provide organized, analytical assessments/evaluations in support of policy development, decision-making, management, or administration. Included are studies in support of R&D activities.
(3) Engineering and technical services, i.e., contractual services used to support the program office during the acquisition cycle by providing such services as systems engineering and technical direction (see 9.505-1(b)) to ensure the effective operation and maintenance of a weapon system or major system as defined in OMB Circular No. A-109.
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Signs You're Too Fat to Receive the Death Penalty
This week, death row inmate Ronald Post made news when he claimed that at 480 pounds, he was too fat to be executed without it being a "torturous and lingering death." Now don't get us wrong — the last thing we'd ever want is for a convicted killer to suffer in any way. But it does raise some interesting points. How fat is too fat? Is our nation's prison system in need of reform?