tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5035932613092671755.post8755777358385845727..comments2024-03-25T14:06:37.254-07:00Comments on On the Road Abode: Trading a zip code for a toad: Chocolates to Sunken Meadows - the Uniqueness of Santa FeJodee Gravelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02247098923871155546noreply@blogger.comBlogger19125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5035932613092671755.post-39798486731976087632020-10-31T12:26:50.067-07:002020-10-31T12:26:50.067-07:00So nice to be back on the road! Some new places an...So nice to be back on the road! Some new places and old favorites. The chocolate sounds yummy! Love the fall color too.DebbieMhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14098946439067724168noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5035932613092671755.post-63262873102008303372020-10-29T18:42:28.006-07:002020-10-29T18:42:28.006-07:00They pronounce is MAD-rid but could still have Spa...They pronounce is MAD-rid but could still have Spanish roots. It's a delightful little town. Los Alamos still does nuclear research and testing so they have a lot of security. Spending time at the refuges and preserves gives me hope!Jodee Gravelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02247098923871155546noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5035932613092671755.post-24118206782725352162020-10-29T18:39:15.680-07:002020-10-29T18:39:15.680-07:00The geology and ancient history of the area makes ...The geology and ancient history of the area makes it one of our favorites. Jodee Gravelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02247098923871155546noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5035932613092671755.post-8724983376993313242020-10-29T18:38:13.203-07:002020-10-29T18:38:13.203-07:00I hope you get to spend a good amount of time ther...I hope you get to spend a good amount of time there!! You really must try the chocolate shop :-)Jodee Gravelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02247098923871155546noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5035932613092671755.post-1914335709771348012020-10-29T14:23:20.387-07:002020-10-29T14:23:20.387-07:00Backing in with one try seems like a serious fanta...Backing in with one try seems like a serious fantasy for me. Think I need to visit Santa Fe/Madrid just for the chocolate. Great pictures of Madrid. Wonder if the original inhabitants were from Spain? The security checks really surprised me. What are they worried about that they check everyone? <br />So glad to hear that National Preserves are still being created. I thought everything was being de-created or at least made smaller by our current administration. Thanks for the uplifting post.<br /><br />Sherryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00328866430156879312noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5035932613092671755.post-20649752805283584262020-10-27T20:16:38.053-07:002020-10-27T20:16:38.053-07:00So many places to see in NM, thanks for adding to ...So many places to see in NM, thanks for adding to that growing list. I like the idea of chocolates and chilies. The fall colors are nice even with some haze. But that caldera looks the most amazing. Gaelynhttps://geogypsytraveler.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5035932613092671755.post-15487837404798529162020-10-27T20:15:03.907-07:002020-10-27T20:15:03.907-07:00Lots of great ideas here, Jodee!! We drove the Tu...Lots of great ideas here, Jodee!! We drove the Turquois Trail on a motorcycle trip but didn't spend any time. Looking forward to lots of time to explore the this area. Love the sounds of the chocolate shop. Glad you got some great Mexican food. Yum!! Beautiful foliage even with the smoke. John and Pam (ohtheplacestheygo.wordpress.com)https://www.blogger.com/profile/10853924678665624403noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5035932613092671755.post-91563714446321065562020-10-27T10:39:25.054-07:002020-10-27T10:39:25.054-07:00Once you have their chocolate it will move to the ...Once you have their chocolate it will move to the top of your Santa Fe list too :-) I thought about your Christmas time in this great little city and how pretty it is with snow! The Box is a very quick exploration off the highway, but another uniquely pretty place to see in the area. Jodee Gravelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02247098923871155546noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5035932613092671755.post-84914216044953234072020-10-27T10:36:12.038-07:002020-10-27T10:36:12.038-07:00We didn't even make it to the plaza this time,...We didn't even make it to the plaza this time, figuring it's where most of the people would be. But access to the bus is definitely a plus for that cute little park! You will love both the chocolate choices and the huge caldera :-)Jodee Gravelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02247098923871155546noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5035932613092671755.post-87585417150211343772020-10-26T10:37:51.049-07:002020-10-26T10:37:51.049-07:00How did I miss the chocolate shop in Madrid? I l...How did I miss the chocolate shop in Madrid? I love that drive, love everything around Santa Fe for that matter. Have you ever visited Chocolate and Cashmere in Santa Fe? We always stay at Santa Fe Skies also, but have heard good things about the Trailer Ranch. We checked it out once and decided that it would be a good second choice, depending on which site you got. <br />Thanks for taking us back to that area, we really can't wait to visit again. And...the Box? I've never heard of it! Suzihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07835706018073935049noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5035932613092671755.post-40642321228926261832020-10-26T09:06:50.932-07:002020-10-26T09:06:50.932-07:00Oh goodie, a new-to-us chocolate place for when we...Oh goodie, a new-to-us chocolate place for when we get back to Santa Fe! I think fall is the most beautiful time to be there. The caldera looks interesting, too, and is also going on our list. (Chocolate first, priorities!!) We've stayed at Trailer Ranch several times and have always enjoyed being close to everything Santa Fe has to offer. I've even taken the bus to the Plaza when I wanted to wander more art galleries and didn't want to deal with parking downtown. It was so convenient! Laurel (www.ravenandchickadee.com)https://www.blogger.com/profile/09133248112440273123noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5035932613092671755.post-23251402383926930722020-10-26T07:14:37.660-07:002020-10-26T07:14:37.660-07:00Photos just don’t do that caldera justice. It’s an...Photos just don’t do that caldera justice. It’s an incredible site. So glad it was finally preserved for all to enjoy. Jodee Gravelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02247098923871155546noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5035932613092671755.post-73421690011574346952020-10-26T02:39:52.752-07:002020-10-26T02:39:52.752-07:00Love the colors in New Mexico, Jodee! What a beau...Love the colors in New Mexico, Jodee! What a beautiful place. We need to check out that caldera!exploRVistas - Diana and Jimhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14370218758023274707noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5035932613092671755.post-83062958009761819802020-10-25T16:19:53.420-07:002020-10-25T16:19:53.420-07:00It's about the size of a walk-in closet, but b...It's about the size of a walk-in closet, but big on great treats. I'm so glad they've been able to survive. You'll love it.Jodee Gravelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02247098923871155546noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5035932613092671755.post-90502627135415800172020-10-25T16:18:50.522-07:002020-10-25T16:18:50.522-07:00Thanks Janna! We had a great time :-)Thanks Janna! We had a great time :-)Jodee Gravelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02247098923871155546noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5035932613092671755.post-44902680968377543662020-10-25T16:18:05.203-07:002020-10-25T16:18:05.203-07:00I didn't do the museums in Santa Fe last time,...I didn't do the museums in Santa Fe last time, of course that means I planned to see some the next time. Could never imagine it wouldn't be possible! Used to love the changing colors in the foothills around Sacramento.Jodee Gravelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02247098923871155546noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5035932613092671755.post-31033934868353346422020-10-25T11:47:23.472-07:002020-10-25T11:47:23.472-07:00You had me at chocolates! What a great time you ar...You had me at chocolates! What a great time you are having :-) We've found that life is different when we're on the road (due to covid). We don't really do 'touristy' stuff very often anyway. The fall colors are gorgeous. The trees around Sacramento are starting to turn now. Rene https://www.blogger.com/profile/12780561678301320661noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5035932613092671755.post-68919216560493104212020-10-24T11:34:18.048-07:002020-10-24T11:34:18.048-07:00I just love Madrid, but I did not know of the choc...I just love Madrid, but I did not know of the chocolate shop...gotta remedy that next time we pass through there!Metamorphosis Lisahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07637866156639686101noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5035932613092671755.post-7977099735885083052020-10-24T05:42:46.388-07:002020-10-24T05:42:46.388-07:00Lovely photos Jodee and so glad you guys enjoyed y...Lovely photos Jodee and so glad you guys enjoyed your get away!Janna and Mikehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07591282756244454689noreply@blogger.com