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Getting Ready for Spring
I’m very tired of Winter, so I’m getting ready for Spring! Meteorological Spring begins March 1, and Spring officially starts on March 20, 2022! A lot of things can be done before your garden begins its Spring growth. Getting ready for Spring with a Springtime refresh in the garden includes cleaning up and pruning;…
Read MoreGarnets Are Not All Red
Garnets are one of my favorite stones. Garnets are not all red, although we may tend to think of them that way. There are several garnet varieties that are all related and several different colors. Garnets are rich in symbolism, too. A garnet symbolizes constancy, truth, and faith. Garnets form deep underground where the material has…
Read MoreCelebrate the Winter Solstice
Celebrate the Winter Solstice – the days grow longer from now on. Only 89 days until Spring! The Winter Solstice occurs on December 21. This means that December 21 will have the fewest daylight hours of 2021. The solstice marks the official start of winter. From ancient times the Winter Solstice has played an important…
Read MoreTo Do and See in November
There’s lots to do and see in New Mexico this month. Here are a few suggestions – Albuquerque and Santa Fe have wonderful museums and galleries that are exciting to explore any time of year. November 2 in the Day of the Dead (Dia de los Muertos) – this is a Mexican and NM holiday…
Read MoreJewelry Sale in October
I’m having a jewelry sale in October. The dates are October 5 – 15. All jewelry, beads, and vintage items are included in the sale (everything except items that are already on sale). The coupon code for this SALE IS october (all lower case). If you have any questions about any of my jewelry, feel…
Read MoreNew Mexico October Events
There’s a lot happening in New Mexico in October. Balloon Fiesta kicks off October with lots of craft fairs and other events all month long throughout the state. Here’s a short list: Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta 10/2 – 10/10 Albuquerque, NM New Mexico Brew Fest at EXPO (Albuquerque) October 14 1-6pm during Balloon Fiesta Lots…
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