Monday, November 27, 2017
A week in Santa Fe, New Mexico
Santa Fe (where I spent Thanksgiving week) is indeed a magical place. The desert landscape is indescribably beautiful. Near the city is a small village called Arroyo Seco, which is known for its remarkable ice cream. Apparently Julia Roberts has purchased a ranch nearby from the previous owner, who was Donald Rumsfeld. I can only say that it is easy to understand why celebrities would choose to buy land in this incredible location.
The city itself boasts an area known as "Museum Hill," which contains several museums dedicated mainly to native American art and culture. The layout of the grounds and the design of the various museums is truly remarkable. Through the remarkable exhibits you see that although these early peoples may have lived under austere circumstances, they were gifted in creating great beauty through their vases and other artistic productions. I was especially impressed with the various poems from the pueblo residents, including one which spoke of how the gods sang into being the land and its people. And, in addition, there is a lovely restaurant on the grounds that provides truly delicious food.
And, should you visit Santa Fe, be sure to stop at the "Tea House" for exquisite food and hot chocolate. This restaurant is located on Canyon Road, the traditional location of various art galleries. Years ago this area was inhabited by many poor artists, but today property values have shot up and only the financially well off can afford to live here.
The above picture was taken at Museum Hill, and obviously I am having a lovely time.
(picture taken by Gina Barnett)
