We spent Independence Day weekend in Taos, New Mexico to celebrate Mike and Pajo's wedding -- it was SUCH a lovely event. I've been to Taos before -- always alone -- and I was excited for Nicole to see it for the first time. Honestly, it's my favorite place to be in the West (though driving through Southern Utah is right up there, as well).
We stayed in a WONDERFUL condo in Taos -- the website claimed it was a ten minute walk from the heart of Taos, and of course, we were skeptical. 10 minute walk = 20 minute walk, right? When are these proclamations ever accurate? Well, this one was. It was so refreshing to walk just about everywhere instead of having to drive in to the town every day...we got to look into so many shops, see some artwork, and have New Mexican food (which Nicole did not like...).
As you can see from our shadows, we had headgear of sorts...and as we walked home from that delectable meal, almost every single car honked and/waved and every passerby had to tell us how much they loved our "hats." Nicole and I always thought that it was cleavage that made people take notice; apparently, one just needs a 4th of July headband.
And, of course, Mike's wedding was so perfect. It was quintessentially "Mike." I teared up as he sang a song for their mothers, and as they both vowed to always communicate to each other. During my four years in Colorado, I have been blessed to have a great friend in Mike; Pajo is such a lucky lady. :)
And now number 24 of our list is complete! We want to return next July 4th, as well, and stay in the same condo -- we loved it that much. It's nice to have a "new" place in which to adventure for our future years together. And thank you, Mike and Pajo, for letting us share in your beautiful event!
