The rain has been the greatest gift since we arrived. The rivers and streams are swollen and make the most incredible sound. The plant life is bursting into bloom, it feels like Santa Fe is showing off. In my regular city life, I have rely on youtube ASMR soundtracks of rain in the forest, rushing lakes and rivers. Here they are accessible to me in real life and I can feel my brain and body healing in the constant sound bath.
We decided that the rain would only make Taos, New Mexico more romantic and memorable. Our first destination was the Taos Pueblos, but we realized part-way through the that the journey itself is a destination, with views that rival those we saw on previous trips to Sedona and Zion.
Glad we brought proper footwear and umbrellas. I recommend picking up the tour (bring cash for tipping the tour guide, and more cash for purchasing handmade snacks and crafts at the many small family-owned shops in the pueblo.) I learned so much more about the complex history of the people there from the tour guide than I would have on my own. After the tour you can wander freely in the public parts of the pueblo. There are several dogs wandering around who love to beg for snacks and attention from the tourists.
And the rain definitely made it more romantic. Everyone had their indoor clay fireplaces burning which wafted the most magical smell out into the rain. We stopped into a coffee shop and I had the best golden latte I have ever had. He even added bee pollen to the drink which gave it a little je ne sais quoi.
The other memorable spot we visited in Taos was the Taos Art Museum at Fechin House (pronounced Fey-shin). The house itself is a work of art, and they have filled it with beautiful portraits, and 3D art by the artist. I believe they do concerts in the main room of the house, and I dream of giving a recital there one day.
