How to Clean Up After Rodents

Mice and their droppings are a health concern to humans, especially hantavirus, which affects the lungs or the kidneys, and can be fatal. But did you know that the CDC recommends a specific protocol for cleaning them? Check out this article to learn more. https://www.cdc.gov/healthy-pets/rodent-control/clean-up.html?fbclid=IwY2xjawJP-8FleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHa5UiMc0COV06ehY7W0ZZMgqfJ27xdzhbx1tK7F3mi2Tb7ekly_bWGvBQQ_aem_D3aJJetBvlahksL-YRHOQQ

Restaurant Walking Tours

Did you know that the Santa Fe School of Cooking offers Restaurant Walking Tours? What a great way to experience walkable downtown Santa Fe while enjoying private tastings and audiences with the chefs, sommeliers, owners and key players who make our historic city one of America’s Top Culinary Capitals. Three different Restaurant Walks are offered. … Read more

Santa Fe International Literary Festival

Book lovers rejoice! The Santa Fe International Literary Festival is back and scheduled for May 16th – 18th and features an incredible lineup of literary luminaries including Amy Tan, Heather Cox Richardson, Miranda July, Michael Pollan, and many more! Get your tickets via the link below: https://www.sfinternationallitfest.org

HIKE: Sun Mountain Trail

Learning the names of the mountain ranges that surround Santa Fe is one of the hallmarks of becoming a local and learning the names of certain peaks is even more fun! I love the two round mountains located behind St. John’s College called Monte Sol (Sun Mountain) and Monte Luna (Moon Mountain). Here’s  a hike … Read more

What’s available now at the Santa Fe Farmers’ Market?

The Santa Fe Farmers’ Market is a year-round favorite, where many locals not only shop for foodstuff for the week, but also meet up with friends for a leisurely weekend catch-up. Did you know you can check what’s seasonally available each month on the Farmers’ Market website?  Spring is nearly here and the list of … Read more

PHOTO: Golden Hour by Elijah Rael

Check out this gorgeous capture in Llano Quemado in Northern New Mexico. Golden hour = magic hour! Image by Elijah Rael. https://elijah-rael.pixels.com/?fbclid=IwY2xjawI36KZleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHdQq4wzY-k_iYltZRa5D7RHp7DHBnZ3xZp1hl1Yrh_2Rie6cn8fu4vbm9g_aem_AQBqHBt9Si12uEKSvsQAcQ

Coping with spring allergies

I post about this topic every March…but this year I’ve had to start my regimen early. If juniper pollen ends up affecting you, you’ll want to be ready! If you start to notice your eyes are feeling itchy and looking red, and you’re sneezing more than usual, and other symptoms from the crazy red pollen … Read more

How is the Santa Fe market performing?

I took a deep dive into January 2025 sold stats for Santa Fe City and Santa Fe County that I bet you’ll be hard pressed to find anywhere else. Take a look and let me know what you think! And if you’d like these monthly stats delivered right to your inbox, navigate to the contact … Read more

10 Hottest Home Design Trends to Watch for 2025

What are the design trends influencing homeowners this year? From English-style kitchens and kitchen range alcoves to rounded furnishings and shower rooms, here are the style directions to watch. Photo credit: John Keeble / Getty Images. https://www.nar.realtor/blogs/styled-staged-sold/10-hottest-home-design-trends-to-watch-for-2025