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Houndmom replied to Rita's discussion You Know You're From NM when... in the group Born in 'Burque

"You know you're from New Mexico when the person replies, "Yes, it was a beautiful sunset, ese.""

Jun 14, 2011

Houndmom replied to Adelita's discussion Local TV Shows and Personalities in the group Born in 'Burque

"At the risk of repeating what someone else may have said (I didn't read all 19 pages of responses...shame on me), the TV music teacher in the 60s was Kathleen McVicker. I remember Uncle Roy, and was also on Capt. Billy once when I was…"

May 30, 2011

Houndmom replied to Adelita's discussion Bars and Bands in the group Born in 'Burque

"I remember that one! I played there several times. I remember the owner had this really thick Asian accent and I never could understand a word he said. I also played the Zone once and remember hanging out at Okies, too.…"

May 26, 2011

Houndmom replied to Molly McCoy Brack's discussion Favorite Old Restaurants in Albuquerque in the group Born in 'Burque

"When I was really little we went to the Royal Fork, on Eubank, I think. El Pinto, when it was still just a little converted house Sadie's, in its original location on Osuna and Second Street Mi Casita on Zuni "

May 25, 2011

Houndmom replied to Adelita's discussion Bars and Bands in the group Born in 'Burque

"OK, here's a list of bars I remember playing in: Launch Pad Friar's Pub Black Angus Classic Hotel Hungry Bear Rio Grande Cantina Friar's North Ned's Golden Inn Airport Marina I also had the pleasure of doing a radio…"

May 25, 2011

Malibu Cunningham left a comment for Houndmom

"That's good! I loved those lessons, and was very sad when the stopped. One big memory was my mom laughing when we came and you had the Clydesdale saddled up. I was scared I was going to have to ride him. :) Luckily you rode him and not me."

May 12, 2011

Houndmom left a comment for Malibu Cunningham

"That's me, but It's not G anymore. It's Atkins. It's good to hear you are doing well. I am considering a career change myself, as I will be retiring in a year. I plan on teaching -- you guessed it --…"

May 10, 2011

Malibu Cunningham left a comment for Houndmom

"Hmmm.... So then is this Ms. G? I think that's whom I had for second grade. Along with my horseback riding lessons. I'm not doing to much now. I've gone back to school to be a medical coder and biller. Needed to make a…"

May 10, 2011

Houndmom replied to Rita's discussion You Know You're From NM when... in the group Born in 'Burque

""Christmas" is not just a holiday -- it's how you order your enchiladas. Your dog goes nuts when he hears the word "LEEZARD!" It's not fall unless your car smells like pre-roasted green chili. "

May 7, 2011

Houndmom left a comment for Malibu Cunningham

"Hi Malibu! It's good to see you all grown up. I was your teacher in second grade! What are you up to these days?"

May 7, 2011

Houndmom replied to Adelita's discussion Share your stories in the group Born in 'Burque

"I remember Los Altos Park back when it was first built. I was probably nine years old, and thought it was the coolest thing I had ever seen. There were canals, and you could get boats and float along in them. There were some really…"

May 7, 2011

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Were you born at Pres, St. Joseph's or BCMC? Do you remember when Montano was a dirt road and Piggly Wiggly was where you shopped for groceries? This is the group for you to remember old 'Burque.See More

May 7, 2011

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A place to discuss, recommend and seek complementary, integrative and alternative medicine. ie: herbalism, DoM's, meditation, chiropractic, sound therapy, acupuncture, aryuvedic, bodyworkers etc

Mar 10, 2011

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A group for people to talk about their dogs, share pictures about their dogs, ask questions, relay stories, give and receive training advice, and just all around dog information and conversation, come on in!

Mar 10, 2011

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Houndmom replied to Carolyn Kuehn's discussion Schools for non-traditional learner

"Have you looked into Bosque School? A good, creative private school option that is not too high-pressure. Also, the public Performing Arts charter school might be an option for you. I have heard good things about Amy Biehl High School as…"

Mar 10, 2011

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About Me:: I am a semi-retired special ed teacher, artist, writer, musician, grandchild chaser, and critter whisperer. I share my world with three dogs, two horses, two wonderful stepchildren, a herd of equally wonderful grandchildren, and one beyond-wonderful husband.

Favorite Thing(s) About Albuquerque:: The seasons, the people, the arts, the colors, and the food

What I'm Reading:: The Four Agreements
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Harry Potter Series
Anything by Sophie Kinsella, Fannie Flagg, or Jen Lancaster

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At 9:06pm on May 12, 2011, Malibu Cunningham said…: That's good! I loved those lessons, and was very sad when the stopped. One big memory was my mom laughing when we came and you had the Clydesdale saddled up. I was scared I was going to have to ride him. :)

Luckily you rode him and not me.

At 3:43pm on May 10, 2011, Malibu Cunningham said…: Hmmm.... So then is this Ms. G? I think that's whom I had for second grade. Along with my horseback riding lessons. I'm not doing to much now. I've gone back to school to be a medical coder and biller. Needed to make a career change. How have you been doing?