Road Trip 2025 (New Mexico, Arizona,Utah. Nevada)

NEW MEXICO.

For my 43rd birthday celebration, husband and I decided to travel across the United States. I have been in the USA for close to 12 years now. I have traveled some states and the farthest is Colorado, but I always wanted to check out the beauty of Arizona and Utah. We live in Louisiana and going to those 2 states we have to pass by Texas and New Mexico. We did not really explore Texas since it is our neighboring state. And any time we can just go and travel to touristy places for a day of drive. 

First Stop NM.

This state is beautiful. It surprises me in the best way possible. The food? OMG! the best. First Agenda we went to Albuquerque. This city is so big. I am used to Shreveport Louisiana, a city that is 20 miles from our house. it's quite large but not compared to Albuquerque. We arrived around 3 pm and I thought it's like a small city in the beginning. 

We checked out the Tram in Sandia Park. Since it was my birthday, we wanted to eat dinner at their restaurant, but too bad it was closed. I think they open certain days of the week only. But we enjoyed the view every single angle of it. We rode a Tram Reaching the 10,378-foot crest of the Sandia Mountains, an 11,000 square mile panoramic view. It’s an elevation of the body, mind, and soul. A mere 15 minutes ride.  

On the way to the top, we have this knowledgeable young man who gives us a few facts about the place. He told us the history of how they built the Tram and why they build it. It was a very fun experience. Here's a few snaps. 

                                             

It was one of the Best Birthdays for me. A memorable one for sure! I was a little sad because I did not eat my noodles. On Husband and I's Birthdays it's always a tradition of ours to eat noodles. Filipino/Chinese say's it adds numbers to your life. So, we always did since we got married. but because we are traveling, I am not able to cook noodles/pancit. But wait. Husband surprised me with a cup noodles. I was so happy. The small gesture means so much to me. So yes! even far from home. I still enjoyed my birthday noodles in a cup this time and I love him so much more for that. 

 

I have a Secret

 I have something to share. I have been contemplating it for a complete long time If I am going to share this or not. The only reason for sharing this time around is because I normally read my blog when I am down, and it truly brings back my spark once I read my past experiences. It humbles me. So today I will start by saying at the age of 42 almost 43, I am really having a hard time finding friends. I really want a friend and for some times now I have not found one that truly I can say be my best friend. My husband is my automatic best friend wether he likes it or not. insert a smiley emoji.

I feel really sad. I have friends around but the problem is I cannot open up with them with my real emotions. I am so terrified. I feel like I am the toxic friend. I struggle to open my heart to anyone. so so sad. I listen to everyone's problem. I gave advice. But deep inside me I wanted to share my real real deep emotions to a friend. But I cannot trust anyone. I am afraid that if I open too much they will judge me. Or if I get so close to them they distance themselves. I am scared. that is why I said I am the toxic friend perhaps because I cannot be totally myself. 

I want a friend to hang around. to just drink coffee without me paying the whole bill. I am not complaining, I feel like people expect me to pick up the bill every time (Philippines). I want a friend that also can afford to buy their own coffee. is that too much to ask?  I just want to hang around with somebody, not them hang around with me because they can benefit from our friendship. I know friendship is give and take. I don't want somebody to just take and take. I am so done with that kind of friend. That is why I said I don't have friend and it is very hard to find a friend. In the US everyone is busy, and I totally get it. I want a friend in the Philippines. I hope I can find one. 

Life is a gift

I have been practicing being grateful lately. Every day as soon as my feet hit the floor, I give thanks to heavens for giving me another day. I am a believer in tomorrow is not promised and today is a gift in itself. It is hard to maintain in this mindset. but when you think of all the people that is struggling to even get out of bed, it made you realized how blessed you are.  I have been loving the weather. Although it is almost storm season, but while it is still very pretty outside, I am going to enjoy every second of it. 

We met husband old coworkers yesterday. One of which came with us when we visit the Philippines last year. He is a widow, and he found him a girlfriend in island. They just cut off and having a good catch up while eating Mexican food. Also, can't help it but talk about politics. My Opinion? I love what is happening in America right now. I believe the country is heading to the right direction.

We went shopping after lunch. Bought few things that is needed in the house. Also, I bought a pair of jeans. I know I have plenty, but I want something comfy when I am working the yard. 

Today 3-06-25 our plan is to buy lumber. We haven't finish our back porch and it's about time. There was a guy that came to the house yesterday and ask us if we want to put asphalt in our driveway for $2000. It sounds like a good deal so me and my husband will finish the porch project so we can put asphalt and not worry about being muddy no more.

have to leave now so i will cont. tomorrow.

see yah!