Since I am new to blogging, I thought I should practice before I leave for Ireland. I just spent about three fast weeks visiting family in Santa Fe, New Mexico. My great grandfather moved from Germany to Tesuque, New Mexico in the 1800's, he owned a spot of land with orchards and sold produce to people in Santa Fe. In the early 1900's (1910) he built the house that my mom lives in. It has 6 rooms, a huge hallway, and is made of double adobe.

This is a picture of the old garage, now a favorite place for grandkids to stay, and the patio where we all sit and watch the birds. It's a great place to relax and a great place to be with family.