It's Almost International Balloon Fiesta Time

A Special Shape

It is almost that time of year again when people will flock to Albuquerque from all over the world for the International Balloon Fiesta, and we will all have to drive more carefully as we watch out for the out-of-town drivers distracted by oddly shaped, floating objects most of us natives and almost-natives take for granted. (Albuquerque has been hosting the fiesta since 1972!)  

Dawn Patrol

The state of New Mexico is called the Land of Enchantment  foer a good reason. Somewhere, all around the state, there is always magic in the air. If you have any doubts, when you visit for the fiesta, don't just look at the balloons as they drift overhead.  Look also at the sky during daylight hours and at night. Observe the drama that plays out over the landscape of the mountains to the east and on the high mesa to the west.  Even more magical is hitching a ride on a balloon. Doing so adds a whole new dimension to the enchantment of this land.

The 2010 International Balloon Fiesta takes place October 2  to October 10. It is one event I don't miss and neither should you.

New Mexico Real Estate: Tomé - Destination of Pilgrims

New Mexico Real Estate: Tomé - Destination of Pilgrims

This Land Can Be Your Land

Rio Rancho is the fastest growing city in New Mexico but you can still buy vacant in just about any of the four quadrants of the city. The 1-acre lot shown here on 13th Avenue (Unit 7 Block 59 Lot 14) is centrally located and easily accessible from the intersection of two major cross streets – Rainbow and Northern – major arteries that place both the new city center and Northwest Albuquerque only minutes away.

This lot is close to a major residential development that is under construction at the corner of Rainbow and Northern, an indication that utilities - water and electricity - are in the area. Wide open spaces with unobstructed views of eastern southern and northern mountain ranges surround the lot. This and many other vacant lots are available alongside elegant, reasonably priced homes throughout Rio Rancho.