I knew about its existence even before we moved here. Today I thought it’s time to make a visit.
The Ghost Buffalo from the Adobe Buffalo Project by artist Karen Windchild was completed in October 2017. The buffalo symbolizes the North on the Native American sacred medicine wheel: honoring the ancestors, spiritual wisdom and physical strength, and providing for the community. *
* from artist’s own statement.
As it turned out today, again, was one of those days that taught me to never expect anything. I know that oftentimes the more I try, the less I find.
We drove to one of our favorite spots to witness the sunset this afternoon. The image above was captured about 5 minutes before sunset. I knew it wasn’t going to be one of those spectacular sunsets that Santa Fe is known for having. On the other hand, it would be unrealistic to expect grandiose every single day.
We decided to take a short walk together today, even though we both weren’t feeling 100% well. During his walks, I know my companion needs several breaks and to sit down on something to take a breath. A roadside large stone, utility box, or some family’s short stuccoed wall. Anything he can sit on securely.
At one point, he suddenly told me that he needed a break. There was nothing around he could sit on, so he approached a piñon tree and held onto a solid branch.
I captured this image and I said to him: “You can just hold onto me, you know..”
“I know, my Jason..” he said softly.
It’s been a rough day. My body aches and I’m still not myself. Today we had to go to the garage to get four new tires. Instead of waiting in their office, I forced and dragged myself outside to walk around in the neighborhood. This turquoise wooden door with a heart on it caught my eye. It was pretty much the only image I consider worthy of posting.
Smothered Burrito at Harry’s Roadhouse.
I apologize for today’s post. I tried to avoid posting food pictures. I wasn’t myself most of the day today and had no energy to go out for a walk. Hopefully a good night sleep will bring back my normal self.
Not sure why, but the title came to my mind when I looked at this image.
It caught my attention the moment I saw it on my walk today. I’ve been there countless times but it wasn’t there before..
Not sure if they were bisons, buffalos or simply cows, it’s quite an incredible sight. It was the first time encountering these animals in the wild. I didn’t even know their existence in our neighborhood.
Waiting for the end..
Waiting for the end of this winter.
Waiting for the end of this madness.
Waiting for the end of this crazy time.
It’s only a matter of time. The end will come.
Woke up this morning to find that we have received much more snow than we anticipated. The outside temperature was below freezing, but it didn’t stop me from stepping out to capture this image.
It’s getting colder these days, just like the world we are living in. Having a walk outside at the end of the day has slowly become more than just a routine. It’s a necessity to reclaim some peace.
