Tuesday, November 18, 2014

Mixed emotions in the high country (Datil, New Mexico)

I am feeling so relaxed and at-home here. The cabin feels comfortable. I have all I need, and lots of what I want. Why would I leave?













How is this better than New York State???


One hour later:












Okay, that's how.

Still, cold is cold. I'm going to ease on outta here in the next few days, with my eventual destination being Why, AZ. WHY? Exactly! Who's on first?




15 comments:

VtChris said...

And Why not? See you there sometime this winter!

Steve said...

It's good to have a home base close to the area that you can escape to warmer temps. You have the best of both worlds and a great home base.

stillhowlyn said...

That is so beautiful, but not in the cold and snow. Plus, you are a wanderer at heart I think. Come on down to Why, and why not Anza Borrego?

The Good Luck Duck said...

Why NOT Anza Borrego?

Thanks, Steve. It is a good base, and I like being so close to different climates.

CU there, Chris!

Simply Lesa said...

I feel like you are lucky/blessed to have the best of both worlds and all so close to each other. ..I was in Why a few days ago. ..nice and warm. And with a homebase nearby when you want it -and the great gas mileage of your car...you can just enjoy it all...without that drive from New York State!

Karen Snyder said...

This is beautiful, but hie thee to a low(er), drier place! :) Wishing I had that option, but will smile, grit teeth, and plow (hope I'm using the term figuratively) through! :)

Unknown said...

Gorgeous photographs, but I wish you a warmer habitat for now!

tstda62 said...

I will miss the Duck when she leaves Datil for warmer climes!! :(

Anonymous said...

Guess we miss you again -- shame since we both managed to be here at the same time for a change. Seems like you've been pretty busy since your return from the Butte. We're headed out Thurs or Fri.
Renee

Cyndi and Stumpy said...

I'm envious. I foresee a loooong cold winter for myself!

JO said...

Another difference is NY State has had 51" of snow. But if you get here and want to come over give me a yell or an e-mail. Sunny should be here in few weeks and Lucy should be back from AJ soon we could have a GTG

Jodee Gravel said...

And NY doesn't have that beautiful desert landscape - with or without snow, it's spectacular. Ah the joy of flexible living: add emotions and mix well! Safe travels.

Barb said...

Absolutely beautiful! I'm so envious! As long as you are comfortable and warm (and have a nice driveway!), what could be better? I forget why you are heading to Why - but I guess I'll find out in future posts. : )

Rojo said...

LOVE N.M. but 71 here in SoCal feels pretty good today

Al Christensen said...

I wish I could have stayed in Why a little longer last week, but my group needed to move on. I'm still out of the snow zone, though. Happy trails to you.