20 Undeniable Things Every True New Mexican Has Done At Least Once
Are you a true New Mexican when your family roots stretch down through this earth for generations? Or when you first set eyes on the Land of Enchantment and can finally exhale, because this is where you’re supposed to be? Only you can answer the question of whether or not you’re a true New Mexican. However, those who call this state home often have these 20 shared experiences in common.
...And been so grateful for the rain.
...In April.
Roadrunners are fairly elusive but, if you live here for long enough, you'll spot one. They're much tougher than they look; they can take on a rattlesnake and win.
If you didn't want to get close enough to figure out if it was a rattler or a bullsnake, fair enough.
Bonus points for reaching the summit.
How else are you supposed to test your car's suspension?
...And admired a sky like this.
If not, what are you waiting for? New Mexico has loads of cool ghost towns.
Bonus points if you went sledding (it's allowed).
Choose from Taos Pueblo, Chaco Culture National Historical Park, or the aforementioned Carlsbad Caverns. Bonus points if you've experienced New Mexico's UNESCO trifecta.
...And about the Pueblo Revolt.
Bonus points if you have it tattooed somewhere on your body!
...On more than one occasion.
It doesn't matter whether you've driven along an original stretch of the Mother Road, eaten at a Route 66 diner,
or gawped at the old signs in places like Tucumcari. It all counts.
...Like carne adovada, stuffed sopaipillas, and green chile stew.
People living in other states just don't know what they're missing.
...In bulk!
What would you add to this list? Here are some other activities that you might want to add to your ultimate New Mexico bucket list.
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