Lots of fun activity again: We walked into the middle of town, sort of, and went to the lookout point, formerly Marcy Fort. Way, way up and around a high hill--good exercise--and a panoramic view of Santa Fe. We then thought we go inside the St. Francis of Assisi basilica, but when we climbed the steps, we saw filing into the church a large number of priests in vestments and two bishops. Holy moley, it was an ordination! We didn't go in because we were told the ceremony would be two hours long.
Went to the other church with--it's billed--"the miraculous spiral staircase." Very commercial enterprise. Later, we came across the oldest house in Santa Fe, which was a lot more interesting. We then checked out the wares of the native tribes people who are permitted to lay blankets with their jewelry, rugs, and so on along a walk in front of some shops. It was fun seeing all the lovely, handmade items and talking to the makers.
Home for lunch, then it was off to Canyon Street, where we went into a lot of art galleries and shops, as well as plazas and so on. Terrific sculpture in particular:
Home to freshen up, then we took the car to go out to eat. However, we couldn't find a parking spot, so drove back to our nice little house, and walked to "Jimmy D's." (One of the great things about Santa Fe is how easy it is to get around on foot.) Had a delicious portabella burger, then we walked back. Showered, assembled a few things, then we sat and read until I turned in.
We'll leave in a few hours for the airport. I'm anxious to see more of my best-loved, but am sorry to leave New Mexico.
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