A Fairytale Scene

Northern New Mexico has gradually changed from desert to mountains.  There are still mesas but they reflect the higher elevation.  We were able to get our water at a creek right away and set out ready for another good day.  The trail has been good tread, well marked and easy to follow.  This morning it took us into a wooded Fairytale.  The sun was shining through the thick trees when I caught a flash of white.  It was not a cow.  More movement in the trees and a herd of horses materialized.  

Beautiful horses.  

It was a real treat.

We climbed to the top of a mesa.  It was a steep climb and the sun was out so I was back to my turtle pace.  Once at the top however the trail was more gentle and the miles seemed to pass quickly.  

We walked through a wide canyon with a sea of sage brush stretching between the walls.  The rock walls had red, orange, yellow, and white layers.  In the evening we reached the Chama river which we are following on the way to Ghost Ranch.

 We found a campground off of the road to camp for the night.  The presence of people car camping here reminded me of the holliday.  So Happy Memorial Day and much thanks to all who've served and are currently serving.