So I’m not sure what phase of the move this is anymore. Tired, yeah the dang, I’m tired phase it is.

We spent time in Ca getting that place ready to sell. We had actually left more than we thought there. Plus some equipment had to be packed in a truck.

Well, it wasn’t easy but we met so many amazing people.

The driver of this truck was same as last and he was so happy to see us. We even hugged like we had known each other forever. Met a new neighbor who even though we only spoke a few times, will miss getting to hang out with him. My realtor who got my place sold. She’s a rockstar and also a hugger.

Once back in NM I needed some equipment to remove other equipment from the moving truck and luckily found someone with a forklift that could and did help out. My amazing brother handled that forklift like a pro. Til they hit some soft dirt. 😆 No worries tho they got it unstuck and finished up pretty quick.

My new neighbor has a tractor and came over to visit and pulled out a couple mesquite bushes that were in the way. Now these guys didn’t have to help but were all so happy to. Makes my heart swell just being around them.

I hear so many negative stories that all I could think was how wonderful all these people are and how lucky I am to have them cross my path, or I cross theirs.

It seems like everything is just falling into place. I’m incredibly lucky and grateful.

Much love 💕

Raq

New Mexico is called the land of enchantment. It’s had me enchanted all my life.

Most people see this and think this is all there is in NM.

Yes, it is a desert.

But we also have this,

In a few weeks there will be snow and skiing. I spent quite a bit of time up here as a youngin. It’s the Lincoln National forest.

There are lots of small towns and villages through the mountains but to ski it’s Cloudcroft.

No Cell reception either 🙂.

Much love 💕

Raq

My hardest goodbye leaving CA.

My aunt is the last of her sisters. She regales to me of the old days and I love listening. I’ve been recording most of our visits since I knew I would be leaving soon and I’ve gotten some amazing stories.

These hands have made many a tortilla, and meal. They were always more than a meal though.

I wish you could have seen us all together laughing, sharing, being laughed at. If you talk to any of them and they tell you something about me. Lies all lies.😆

She is the heart of her family and I’ve been lucky to have been included.

I can only hope going home that I can be half the heart of my home that she has been to hers.

This is love like none other.

My heart is heavy leaving her, but I know it’s time.

Hasta luego,

Raq

So if you’ve been on social media much you know people tend to reach out. How much they reach out depends on the place.

I don’t mind an interaction or conversation with someone if we’ve had some sort of interaction before. Same likes or talk about a post. This kind of thing.

Instagram tho! I have gotten to where I just ignore all the Hi’s. But today, I was busy and for some reason this one just made me bust out laughing.

I got the regular, Hi…… then later, how are you?…… Then….. Do you speak English? Omg for some reason this struck me as just way too funny. My posts are mostly in English. Way to check out the profile Mr. Suave. Did I respond? Naw. I did think about it though. It would have been too easy.. 😂

There seem to be so many fake profiles on there. It’s not even worth the few seconds.

I guess if there’s a day where you just want to play cat and mouse this would be a good place.😆

Ok, I just may have to do this sometime. 😂

The fake followers are also a thing. I’ve heard many a rant from friends about it. I just figure if they unfollow I’ll unfollow. Problem solved.

How do you handle the fakers?

Hasta luego

Raq

I’ve been told lately that I tend to eat at hippie places. I’m not exactly sure what that is but, I do like to try new places.

This is not new to me but, I will definitely miss coming here.

The Vegetarian House near downtown San Jose CA is amazing.

Fresh, organic and delicious food.

This is a BLT with tempeh as the B, and the soup is pumpkin. Yeah, I thought that too at first til I tasted it. Only slightly sweet but so good. The carrot juice is fresh with a little ginger.

Tacos! Can’t go wrong with that!

That last pic is fried coconut ice cream. It’s amazing. 😋

Their windows are all different colors

There should be more places like this.

Environmentally friendly and cruelty free.

If this is eating at hippie places then I’m proud to frequent such conscientious establishments.

Much love 💕

Raq

Yes, a new beauty to add to the collection.

She’s by far my favorite.

When I saw this drawing I just knew one day she would have to be one of my tattoos.

I’m a Scorpio, which is a water sign. So a mermaid tattoo was to me, the perfect choice.

I called my favorite artist in California when I knew I would be in the state and he set aside the time to get it done in one sitting.

I’m not gonna lie. There are times when yes, it did hurt. But I knew he was the only one that could get it right. It took the better part of a day and I love her. 😆

There were a few people getting their own pieces done or worked on. When they saw her being drawn up they asked what she signified to me. I just said freedom. They looked at me like what? A young man said how can she mean freedom when she’s caught in a net? I said look at her face and they understood. She has the look of I’m bout to bust outta here and havoc will ensue. The ropes are coming apart too, I mean, hello!

To me she’s freedom, caught in the net she let control her for far too long, she’s busting out, her only focus now is happiness. The pearl signifies the moon and again a water element. The meanings of the moon are many but for me it signifies illusion, and to follow my intuition.

Too many times I have believed in others when I know I need to watch the actions taken, not just listen to the words spoken, that little voice inside is always right.

I guess I could have gotten her on my arm. But that just made me think of a sailor or Popeye for some reason. 😆

Many thanks to Ariel at Cruz Creations. His attention to detail is like none other. I hope he and his family make it out to NM. They have a home away from home to hang anytime.

I’d love to see some body art that means something special to you. So if you have some drop a pic.

Much love 💕

Raq

So you’re talking to someone and you think aw how nice it’s going then no answer, hello… tink, tink, is my phone spazzing?

So ok, they got busy, you go on Facebook and see this.

The universe speaks…

So that’s what you think of me…😂

Much love 💕

Raq

So the house is nearly empty.

No comfy chairs to sit in. Sleeping on a way too small inflatable bed. Who makes these things?

The waiting game is again under way. A few more days and back to creating a new life. In the meantime, this a little bit like torture. Camping without really camping. That however, gives me the idea that maybe I’ll just tackle these last days as a camping trip.

Originally I came on here because P¡nk woke me wailing do you picture a better life? Why yes, señorita, I do as a matter of fact. 😆. One with a nice comfy bed. My old bed will do just fine. There is no tv, or radio around either so yeah, she’s just in my head.

I don’t think she’s asking about my comfort zone as far as furniture is concerned though. I get that she’s being more invasive.

I do picture a better life. With different players in the game and all! Too bad the players don’t want to be in the game.

The feelings are what they are. No one cares but the feeler. Just like she says, can’t shake the feeling . So life continues.

Do you picture a better life?

Does P¡nk wake herself up with these invasive questions?

I guess I’ll never know.

Much love 💕

Raq

Love is like riches and the heart its purse.

Starts out full

Then you don’t respond to sweet nothings

You ghost for awhile

You look elsewhere

You take love away from a full heart

Until the purse is empty

Remember the last time I said those words?

Nunca mas

So this time we got to stop in Indio CA.

I knew going in we had a small chance their shakes would be dairy free. Yeah, so no shake but a box of dates is good. I can make my own shake.

Dates have a romantic life!? Seriously?

Their little cafe is cute and the waiter was cool. I told him my dogs were in the car and so I was going to order a meal to go. He said bring them and eat on the patio. The car was on and they were in the cool air conditioning. So no worries. I brought them to the patio and we ordered. They brought my girls a bowl of ice water even. 💕 Portobello Burgers and seasoned fries. In case you are wondering. They had lots of veggies in the burgers as well as roasted green chili NM style. They were delish.

As we finished up the waiter said we could take a walk through the garden for free if we wanted to and we could take the girls. Hey, he said free. Ok, cool. Not cool, it was over 100 out there.

So, I just thought a garden stroll ok, I didn’t really know what to expect other than pretty landscaping. Well, it was very beautiful. By the way we carried the pups it was really hot and didn’t want their paws to burn 🙂

The journey of Jesus life. It’s a beautiful place.

So much love 💕

Raq