(from cardboard notebook)
Wake up in New Mexico after a first good night's sleep. Quiet, with a cool breeze. The sound of a hammer repair, Tony, the man on the roof. Born and raised 8 miles from here, he lived in Jerome, Idaho for three long winters. Wishing me well on my trip and urging me safe. Ooh, the breeze... The Land of Enchantment.
Taos, New Mexico
At a restaurant covered in umbrellas. Ordered plenty of chilis on my food... And the adobe houses and buildings. I miss my companion a little... more last night after leaving Denver because I was jittered through & through by the coffee and it wasn't until after crossing the New Mexican border that I was able to celebrate. Ida was indifferent to our arrival. I like the companionship of a fellow talker. though it's most mentioning of pasts (while we're lying next to one another, no less!) or talking only of... This companion is a... But he is full of care. We're all lacking in clues. But I am glad to have a friend...
Ah... the most delicious food! And with enough leftover for breakfast lunch & dinner! A bowl with pintos, pozole, green chili, chili caribe... I could die. It's rather a shame no one is here to celebrate this moment. I am love with you, New Mexico. I am going to find the fresh tortillas.
