Dear Diary, it’s been a while since I’ve written. So much to tell about Mitch and Leslie’s escapades over the summer of 2013: planting and nurturing native trees and shrubs (74 of them, just like the apple above); culinary school in NYC; hosting (and being hosted by) some of our best friends and family; and beginning Phase II of renovation to turn Rancho Gallina into a fantastic eco-retreat.
So rather than blather on about it all, here’s some of the visual highlights:

Ian, Imogene & Xochitl at the farmers market – among the many family, friends, guests & colleagues we’ve hosted

…who looks pretty freaky when he’s not on fire. (burning Zozobra has kicked off Fiestas de Santa Fe since the 1920’s)
Special thanks to the folks who made our summer possible: our generous NYC hosts Andy Stern, Matt Ryan and Blithe Riley, and our super ranch caretakers Brian Wainwright and Carmen Rhodes. We are excited to see our project grow and hope those who have visited come back and see the progress. And for those who haven’t, what are you waiting for? Fall in NM is stunning.