03/29/2022
“March 29th marks the 24th anniversary of the historic wild release of endangered Mexican gray wolves into the Blue Range Wolf Recovery Area in Arizona and New Mexico. In 1998, 11 Mexican gray wolves were released into the wild from the Mexican Wolf Species Survival Plan (SSP) captive breeding program. These rare native southwestern wolves were missing on the landscape for more than 30 years before getting a second chance to thrive in the wild places where they belong.
We hope you'll join us in celebrating this milestone for Mexican wolf conservation! While Mexican gray wolves still face many threats, including a genetic crisis, illegal killing, and harmful arbitrary boundaries that limit their recovery.”
As you all know, I’m passionate about our Mexican Gray Wolf and was honored to help capture one years back for breeding. Let’s keep them wild. photo credit to the Wolf Conservation Center.
01/30/2022
So just for a moment….let’s be still. 🖤
Because days turn into months and months turn into years.
I just want to sit with you, feel the frosty air on our face, the sand under our shoes.
Let’s be still…..
Zia days, my adventure girl. 🖤
01/19/2022
The moon is magic tonight! 🌟🌑🌕💫✨
“The Sun watches what I do, but the Moon knows all my secrets.”
-J. M. Wonderland.
01/19/2022
“The Sun watches what I do, but the Moon knows all my secrets.”
-J. M. Wonderland.
10/15/2021
I have the power of the past on our side. Set up my shrine all around my TV. ⚾️💙⚾️
It’s time for Dodger baseball!!
10/10/2021
Beautiful fall CO mountain, misty mornings. 🍁🍂🌾🍁
09/02/2021
So excited for Albuquerque Lifestyle magazine. Behind the scenes for the cover shoot- boards were supposed to be on the water, drone flying overhead to take the ultimate shot of the boards, the LAUNCH lit up with the Sandia mountains as the backdrop. But NM rains had a different agenda, so this group improvised. With pouring wine while it poured rain. Thank you for allowing us to be apart of your magical day for the release of your magazine and launch. Check out magazine. And my providing some rad backdrop.
08/27/2021
My Zia, she’s a joy in my life every day!
08/07/2021
Los Angeles… we had a great time in LA! Traveled with our mountain bikes, rode along the beach for miles, had fresh wonderful food. We stayed in the most beautiful casita with a salt water pool. Watched the Dodgers lose and then kick ass against the Astros. We missed our Zia, but we knew she was being loved and spoiled w/boyfriend Frankie. Spent my birthday turning 46, watching my team! I couldn’t have asked for a better time. #
07/17/2021
It’s the Zia & Frankie show. 🐾
07/07/2021
New Mexico Park Rangers keeping us safe over the Fourth of July weekend. Captured this gorgeous shot as the sun was setting. They were loading the boat back up on the trailer. Our Park Rangers hard at work. Thank you for all you do.
06/29/2021
In our own shop, out from the garage and this gorgeous piece was the first born from our new space. ☀️🔆
The NM ZIA symbol; The four cardinal directions (north, south, east, west)
The four seasons of the year (spring, summer, fall, winter)
The four periods of the day (morning, noon, evening, night)
And the four steps of life (childhood, youth, adulthood, old age)
The circle in the middle of the rays ties the rays together to represent love and life.
I also like to think new beginnings. Metal is beautiful and it’s amazing what can be created and crafted. Metal Dog Iron Works for all your custom Iron work, residential and commercial needs.
06/12/2021
Law Enforcement Torch Run- my soul sister and work partner survived the 12 miles- in the dead heat of the afternoon. It was an honor to cycle along other bikers and runners, and alongside my Fire and Police family. I love the people I work with. Great pride, huge hearts all for a special cause to kick off the Special Olympics. Seeing the men/women carry the flag and torch to pass it on. As Officer B. Sanchez said, not special they are EXCEPTIONAL!
06/06/2021
When Zia ♥️grew wings.
She doesn’t even remember the life she had. All she knows is her life now, she can soar.
Then one day she woke up, decided she was a bucking bronco and ready to rodeo. 🐎
Her lake day yesterday with boyfriend Frankie.
05/20/2021
When your girl Raquel starts making a very loud click, click in the dash, this sexy guy says; “that sounds like your blend door actuator.” 🤔 I wasn’t sure I heard him correctly. So I look it up, sure as s**t, it’s a thing or part. So he straight up replaced it today. I now have regulated hot and cold air again. ♥️🤩he’s a winner! And a keeper.
05/17/2021
The nice thing about being owner, you can put yourself in timeout. Worked hard labor all day with 400feet plus fence job today. It looks gorgeous. Ben has done a fantastic job with his crew. Right now, it’s and hot tub and true crime.
05/15/2021
Just act natural, they don’t see me.
New Ford Raptor driver in the making. She thinks she’s cute, (she is) ♥️
Always wants to be in the driver seat.
04/28/2021
So, after months of research I kept coming back to for a bike rack. I’m particular with what I accessorize Raquel with. (Raquel is my sexy Raptor) 🔥. I ordered the 2” Super Duty in black. And it DEFINITELY does not disappoint. It’s heavy duty, built for adventures, incredibly easy to install and holds our bikes with ease and stability. I am 100% in love with my choice, highly recommend this bike rack if you are in the market.
03/19/2021
It’s been a hot minute since I’ve posted lake picks and paddle boarding. It’s here my soul feels free, my heart is open and I feel alive. These were taken a couple Saturday’s ago. The water is still very cold, but the air and sun ☀️ feel so warm on the skin. My family day at the lake, with our new addition Zia, who has moved onto to being FREE! She has healed perfectly, and now can run wild like the bucking horse 🐎 she is. ♥️(not exaggerating) haha. I am so looking forward to having classes on the lake again, seeing beautiful faces and filling our lungs with the desert ☀️. We live in a state that has perfect weather and beautiful skies. Let’s enjoy this!! .
03/09/2021
Eating is never solo anymore. She sneaks in under my arm and waits.... Chronicles of Zia dog. ♥️🤣
02/18/2021
“Do you wish to rise? Begin by descending. You plan a tower that will pierce the clouds? Lay first the foundation of humility.”-
Saint Augustine
12/18/2020
gofund.me/b0ee4007 💗Zia💗
🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
After careful consideration, praying and the internal struggle if this was acceptable. Ben and I decided to ask for any help towards Zia’s care and rehabilitation.
We knew she needed repairing from the day we adopted her, but never knew to what degree or expenses.
Every amount donated will go to her bills and future care, and anything over I will donate to a dog charity. I promise you that.
Even a share of her Go Fund Me is everything.
Thank you for being so supportive and helping us through this time. We love her and will continue to provide her the comfort, love and safety she deserves.
12/14/2020
It was a very cold evening for an install. This stunning home under construction, with the most amazing views of our Sandia Mountain was the site tonight. Generator supplied power and heat 💨☃️🌬🔥follow Metal Dog Iron Works on IG. We finally have the page up, website in progress, merchandise coming soon. Thank you all for your support.
12/12/2020
Our precious Zia, resting. It’s been a long and sleepless night. But she’s home and peaceful. Welcome her new look for the holiday. ♥️ ♥️
11/08/2020
Sundays are best with , cool rainy morning and the ones you love ❤️
10/15/2020
🌟🌟MISS TWIN PEAKS 2020🌟🌟
Voting starts this Saturday. Vote for my beautiful cousin She’s as beautiful on the inside as she is on the outside. Visit her at the Alb location. I’ll post more on how to vote. 💫⭐️💫
10/05/2020
What a fun weekend!!!! (Sort of) “death stairs” they called it, Pat Hurley Park we ran 3 rounds of stairs. My workout crew did the 3 rounds, I did 2.2 rounds. 😰😬
Mountain biked the Bosque to a place called Bike In Coffee. Where these picks were taken. What a wonderful gem to ride up to. Biked from Alameda to I40 for our stop at this sweet cool spot with cool jazz playing. Grabbed my chili from Rosales Chili stand, soaked in a hot 🥵 bath when I got home. I can move a little better now. Haha