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Texas Hill Country

Published on July 20, 2013March 6, 2016 by Mariana6 Comments

It was a beautiful morning, we were dressed in our Sunday best, and I found myself somewhat surprised to find that I still remembered every word of the Nicene Creed. Continue reading “Texas Hill Country” →

Fire, Fear, and Hope: Pt 2

Published on July 3, 2013July 2, 2018 by Mariana3 Comments

Almost exactly a year ago today I sat at my kitchen table, contemplating wildfire, and needing to write. Continue reading “Fire, Fear, and Hope: Pt 2” →

For Love

Published on June 27, 2013March 6, 2016 by Mariana1 Comment

“If you love a flower, don’t pick it up. Because if you pick it up it dies and it ceases to be what you love. So if you love a flower, let it be. Love is not about possession. Love is about appreciation.” – Osho, Indian mystic, guru, and spiritual teacher.

Thanks for the reminder Ranger Kaitlyn.

My First Negative Visitor Comment Card (Thank You for Your Sunshine)

Published on June 1, 2013March 6, 2016 by Mariana6 Comments

Not including private notes, my first season at Mesa Verde I received eight positive visitor comments on an official comment form available at the front desk of most of Mesa Verde’s public buildings. Continue reading “My First Negative Visitor Comment Card (Thank You for Your Sunshine)” →

When Oaxaca Meets Mesa Verde

Published on May 29, 2013March 6, 2016 by Mariana4 Comments

Good news single reader – I have survived Memorial Day weekend and my first full week on the job here at Mesa Verde! Continue reading “When Oaxaca Meets Mesa Verde” →

Saying Goodbye to Canyonlands

Published on May 21, 2013March 6, 2016 by Mariana6 Comments

963862_917352690821_1408644614_o — The view from 313, the road to the Island in the Sky

Well, I’m all moved in here at beautiful Mesa Verde National Park, but before I delve into the stories of my third season here, I wanted to write about a recent trip Austin and I made a few weekends ago. Continue reading “Saying Goodbye to Canyonlands” →

Back to Work!

Published on May 17, 2013March 6, 2016 by MarianaLeave a comment

In honor of my return to Mesa Verde TOMORROW, I thought I’d share this funny gem…

Winter Wrap-Up

Published on May 2, 2013March 6, 2016 by Mariana1 Comment

Well single reader, in a few short days I will pack my bags yet again and head westward. Between time spent at home in Florida, a month in the Dominican Republic, and ten weeks in Mexico, this winter turned out to be pretty amazing.

As per tradition, the end of the off-season calls for my annual slide show. Feel free to enjoy by clicking the box below.