|
|
TABLE
OF CONTENTS
FEATURES
|
The
Pecos River Gazette Mission Statement
_______________
To provide a newspaper, in print and online, that chronicles events and provides information without bias, bridging all communities in the Pecos River Valley.
---
Cindy Bellinger
Managing Editor
Jude Roberts
Online Editor
Ginger Peters
Staff Writer/Advertising Sales
---
All Rights Reserved by
The Pecos River Gazette; published monthly with free distribution.
Mailing address is
HC 74 Box 638
Pecos, NM 87552.
Phone (505) 757-2221 or (505) 757-3741.
Email: cindy46@cybermesa.com (put PRG in the subject line)
---
judesroberts@wildblue.net
(put PRG in the subject line)
|
|
 |
|
|
Classifieds
NOW IS THE TIME TO GO GREEN! Healthy House, Healthy Body, Healthy Skin! Call Judy Henry (505) 757-6417 or check out my web site: www.
shaklee.net/judyhenry for great products and business opportunity. SHAKLEE is the #1 organic company in the U.S. CHECK IT OUT!
Deborra's Mobile Dog Grooming in the comfort and safety of your home. Serving fragile animals since 1998. Small dogs only. 505.670.4215
Land Rejuvenation 21st Century Eco Agriculture, edible gardens, growing frames, firescaping, hornos, erosion control, straw bale greenhouses, sustainable living advisor. For advice, planning or building call 575.421.2794
E-ccasional Promotions Email promotions for all occasions: newsletters, events, announcements, business & personal promotions. Contact Jude Roberts, 757.3741 or email judesroberts@wildblue.net
|
|
Pecos River Gazette
is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization.
All donations are welcome, appreciated and fully tax deductible. Please make checks payable to
Pecos River Gazette and mail to:
Jude Roberts
HC 74, Box 638
Pecos, NM 87552
|
The Pecos River Gazette thanks all of our
advertisers and readers for your support!!!
|
This online version of
The Pecos River Gazette
was created by
Jude Roberts
E-ccasional Promotions
HC 74 Box 638
Pecos, NM 87552. 505.757.3741
judesroberts@wildblue.net or emailpromotions@wildblue.net
|
|
A Summer of Rodeos
. The Pecos Valley Cowboy Church is sponsoring two rodeos
in Pecos this summer. The first is July 4 and 5, the second is August 15 and 16.
Both rodeos will take place at the Pecos Sheriff's Posse arena.
The July 4 rodeo starts with a parade followed by a fireworks
display that night.
James Billeri, leader of the Pecos Valley Cowboy Church's
"Cowboy Up" team says, "When we learned we'd be putting on
this year's rodeo, we chose a stock contractor that has worked in Pecos before. He was so excited about coming back that he asked if we could have two rodeos so we said sure, let's do it!"
Both rodeos are "open," meaning anyone can participate. In the
past, the rodeos were sanctioned by the New Mexico Rodeo
Association, which doesn't allow as much flexibility with rodeo
events. This year's rodeos will include many events for children
in addition to all the traditional ones.
Eric Roybal, member of the Cowboy Church and a rodeo
organizer says, "One really cool thing is the rodeo on July 4 gives us an opportunity to honor local military heroes with a parade, a dedication, and by offering them a 50-percent discount for admission on Saturday."
Roybal says the July 4 rodeo is dedicated to Staff Sgt.
The theme of the July 4 parade is "Show Your Patriotism!" and Timothy's parents will serve as the Grand Marshals.
The parade starts in downtown Pecos at 10 a.m. Fireworks are tentatively scheduled for 8 p.m. at the Rodeo Arena, depending on the weather.
Bud McCrady, an elder of the Pecos Valley Cowboy Church, says, "We are looking forward to using these rodeos as a way of reaching out to our community by providing an event that is just good, clean, wholesome, family fun."
Alcohol and illegal substances will be prohibited at the rodeos
and related events.
For information , call 505.470.2560 or view the website at http://www.pecosrodeo.net.
|
Pecos Valley Medical Center Invites Everyone to Pony Up!!
Times are tough, the weather has been pretty weird, so maybe it's time to plan for some fun! And fun for a very good cause can make everyone feel lots better!
The Pecos Valley Medical Board is planning its 4th Annual Pecos Pony Up--a unique blend of auction items, fun folks, good music and good food. It's all about supporting the programs of
the medical center.
This year's event is Saturday, August 15, starting at 5 p.m. at Canelas Restaurant on Highway 50.
Raffle tickets are on sale now. Event tickets are $25 per
person--less than last year!
Your ticket gets you a drink, appetizers and dinner, live music and the opportunity to bid on useful, fun, gorgeous, delicious and decorative items.
Watch for flyer for more information or call the PVMC at 757-6482.
|
Ambulance Breathes a Little Easier
The Pecos Valley Medical Center (PVMC) Ambulance Service received the good news that County support for the local service will continue during fiscal year 2010.
Commissioner Marcellino Ortiz and County Manager Les Montoya will work with the Board of Directors of PVMC, the Pecos Business Association, the Village and other concerned
community members to identify sustainable funding for this valued local service.
Although the ambulance service still faces a $60,000 funding shortfall, work with the Village, Department of Health and state legislators continues. The PVMC Board has agreed to sustain the service through the summer while other funding opportunities are explored.
The Pecos area ambulance service is not the only locally operated EMS service with financial problems. Mora and Cuba are also having difficulties providing even combined volunteer
and paid 24/7 staffing to respond to 911 calls.
Finding a means to support professional emergency response services that are familiar with the diverse terrain and miles to be covered in rural areas is a challenge for nearly every county.
|
Your Community
Bulletin Board
Spay and Neuter Clinic in Villanueva
The Santa Fe Animal Shelter Mobile Van will be in Las Vegas July 24-25. It will also be in Anton Chico on July 26. Times are 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dogs are $30; cats $20, shots included. Please make a reservation. They don't turn anyone away. Call (575) 421-8936 or 505-454-1572. Volunteers needed.
Pecos Youth Dance in August
0n Saturday, August 16 the Pecos Cowboy Church will be hosting a chaperoned Youth Dance at 8:00pm in the Pecos Sheriff's Posse Building, located on Hwy 63.
Art on Display
Jennifer Alexander's paintings and art work are on display through the summer at the Bank of Pecos.
Call for Entries--Studio Tour
The upcoming Pecos Art Studio Tour is now accepting entries. The tour will be September 26-27. Artists in any media who want to participate are welcome to apply. For more information call (505) 757-6851.
|
Foot reflexology goes back to the ancient Egyptians. China
also used this form of alternative medicine thousands of years ago. The idea behind Reflexology is specific areas on the soles of the feet correspond to different areas of the body. Applying pressure to the feet improve one's health.
Reflexology also feels good.
Tess Degange of Glorieta is a Certified Reflexologist with over 500 hours of training. She trained and worked in the Netherlands as well as in a medical clinic in Thailand. "I wanted to combine both the Eastern and Western philosophy of reflexology in my practice," she said. "In a nutshell, foot reflexology is forced
circulation in the system. It helps unblock stagnation in organs."
Benefits of reflexology include:
ˇ Improving circulation
ˇ Relieving constipation
ˇ Reducing stress
ˇ Relieving depression
ˇ Accelerating recovery after operations
Kate Mayard from Washington, DC recently had a session with Tess and said, "I found her treatments perfectly wonderful. Whether I'm tense from work, a long airline flight or a round of golf. I've found an hour of reflexology is almost like having
a good night's sleep. Many times I've actually fallen asleep during a treatment."
A trained Reflexologist puts pressure on part of a foot that "hurts." As the practitioner works deeper, spot, the pain slowly goes away.
Keven Charles, a psychology teacher in Santa Fe, said, "Tess is that rare combination in the healing arts. She has a knowledge base from years of training that she combines with a deep level of intuitive understanding. Together they generate a powerful
healing environment."
Tess's office is located in the Sterling Reflexology complex, 1305 Luisa, Santa Fe. She also works for the Rosemont
Assisted Living and Alzheimer's Community of Santa Fe and is
employed by a dentist and a plastic surgeon in Santa Fe. "I
work on patients before their appointments for relaxation, and sometimes during procedures and afterwards," she said.
Tess operates a private practice as well, serving clients in Pecos, Rowe, and Glorieta in their homes. To make an appointment call (505) 690-2708.
|
|
My Little
Garden Patch
by Cindy Bellinger
This happened last year, and maybe the year before. It's certainly happening this year. With so many gloomy and overcastdays, not enough sun is getting to my plants. The tomatoes, the kale, the turnips--everything--looks stunted. They need sun. Wasn't June supposed to be our hot, dry month?
If you're a gardener, you become quite aware of seasonal shifts. Not only is the weather weird this year all the way around, but other cycles are amiss too.
Never have I seen ponderosas pollinate in May. Neither have I ever seen Tiger Swallowtail butterflies flapping around in May. Penstemon, a late summer/early fall plant, began blooming the first part of June.
Despite all the signs that things are not normal, I made a raised bed from boards in my junk pile. Turns out the shape is most fitting. It's all askew, too.
I never seem to do things on the square--probably because I'm lousy at measuring. So my raised bed is all different angles. I'm designing a book right now with elements of geometric shapes. Guess this is the phase I'm in.
I just wonder if my tomatoes--if they grow at all--will turn into three dimensional trapezoids or something. You know, like gold fish growing to the size of their aquarium.
Indeed, this could continue being a very interesting season.
|
H E A L T H W A T C H
Fight Diabetes and Win
By Lee Dubois, Diabetes
Coordinator for Pecos Valley Medical
Center; also a Type-1 Diabetic.
Diabetes is the most common chronic illness in our area, affecting one out of every ten of our citizens. But it is the least understood of all illnesses, surrounded by myths and misinformation. Yes, it can be a killer, but it does not need to be.
In fact, it is not really diabetes that causes long-term damage to the body, but the high levels of blood sugar that come from diabetes that is not controlled. Having high blood sugar is like having battery acid in your veins. It can and will destroy every system in the body. But if your blood sugar is controlled, diabetes will cause you very little trouble.
There is no reason to fear diabetes; kept in check, it causes little harm. We understand diabetes better now than in any time in the past and have more tools than ever: better treatments, better medications, and better tests to monitor its progression.
Pecos Valley Medical Center has provided a free diabetes program for the last three years. The center offers free screening, one-on-one diabetes education, support groups, discount testing supplies and assistance with medications.
So what should you do if you have diabetes? Come in for a free diabetes tune-up. Let us check your meds, your blood sugar, and see if you are getting the care you need. If you have loved ones with diabetes, bring them in.
If you don't have diabetes, when was the last time you were checked? Diabetes has no symptoms as it develops--classic signs such as frequent urination, unquenchable thirst, and weight loss do not show up until full-blown diabetes is already out-of-control.
All high-risk persons are urged to be checked annually. The risk factors for diabetes include a family history of the disease, Hispanic or Native American blood lines, and being overweight.
|
BOOK REVIEW
By Emily Johnson
Santa Fe Flavors
By Anne Hillerman
Gibbs Smith, 2009;
112 pgs.; $9.99
Having lived in New Orleans, Boulder and Buenos Aires, and used to having my pick of anything from sushi to gumbo, I was surprised at the sheer number and variety of restaurants in Santa Fe upon arriving here last February. Then discovering Santa Fe Flavors, Best Restaurants and Recipes by Anne Hillerman was a delight.
Longtime food critic for the Albuquerque Journal, Hillerman
categorized the book by Main Dishes, Side Dishes, Soups and Salads, and Desserts and Drinks. For each restaurant, she gives average price, type of cuisine and signature dishes.
Descriptions range from upscale comfort food to eccentric
international. The book also includes recipes. Tia Sophia's Family Restaurant offered their infamous green chile stew and Shohko, the oldest Asian restaurant in town, gave their Southwestern influenced green chile tempura.
When asked why Santa Fe has such a range of restaurants and a
commitment to food, Hillerman said, "Santa Feans are willing to give any entrepreneur who opens a restaurant a chance. Good food is another kind of art."
As a chef and newcomer, I loved reading the recipes and Anne's insightful comments about the ambiance and clientele.
The Martini Shots from Geronimo sound unique: a sorbet made from vodka and cucumber topped with Osetra caviar. Counter Culture Café provided one of my favorite Asian soups, Chicken Tom Yum, a spicy broth with fresh basil, fish sauce and rice noodles.
As a chef who is always looking for the next great meal, I agreed with Hillerman's choice of her favorite restaurant: "Usually, it's the last restaurant where I ate a great meal."
With this book as a guide, I'll always have plenty of dining options whether looking for a quick lunch or a formal dinner.
Emily Johnson is the chef and
|
|
Letter To The Editor
Dear Editor,
Thank you for printing the guest commentary about chaining dogs from Dogs Deserve Better! It is so important to raise awareness about how harmful this is. We have several neighbors with dogs permanently chained. I know they care for them and give them food, water and some shelter, but this is the dogs' entire life--chained and isolated winter and summer.
We have rescued many dogs in Rowe, San Jose and Ribera that were dying of heat and thirst at the end of a short chain in the hot sun. I hope folks will take this to heart and talk with neighbors in a way that won't cause defensiveness. If money for a fence is the only issue, maybe we could all take up a collection.
Thank you once again for an over-the-top, fabulous Gazette! We absolutely love the paper and look forward to it each month. I want to encourage the community to continue supporting you. This paper does so much for building bridges and letting us all get to know our neighbors!
Shelley Oram, Rowe
|
From The
Front Porch Swing
--Cindy Bellinger, Managing Editor
I'm disappointed, though. We planned several articles of local
interest: grazing rights in our national forests, the volunteer fire
department in our villages, and profiles of various artists. But
without community support, it's hard to continue.
So we're taking the summer off and see what happens.
On a more positive note, nine people showed up at The Gazette's writing workshop. At least that was encouraging; this is what we had in mind. We hoped people from all corners--from Las Vegas, El Valle, Pecos to Santa Fe--would contribute stories. The interest these nine people showed could take us far. They represented our entire distribution area, and several are ready to go when we gear up again.
So not only am I hoping the sun will shine and jostle my veggies into producing, but that The Gazette will make a rebound. Labors of love only go so far. Like everyone, the staff at the paper needs to put food on the table. Which is what I was hoping with the garden. Interesting the metaphors that pop up in our lives.
Another thought: When the financial crisis hit, I hoped it would be one of those events that brings people together. Like it did in the '30s, like hurricanes and earthquakes do.
What we all seem to have in common now is being tired. People are getting crankier. This "downturn" (and let's call it a Depression) is getting us down and depressed. But we can be bigger than it is. And again my garden is the best teacher for this sort of thing.
No matter what, I can always find some tiny thing to be thankful for. First, this has been a fabulous little paper, and it has built many of the bridges in the community that we'd hoped for. Second, yesterday I found the most stunning rain-glistened
spider web.
This is what we can all do together: create a happier world by
noticing the little things.
Hope to see you in the fall.
|
FROM THE CYBER SWING
--Jude S. Roberts, Online Editor
The Pecos River Gazette is a small town newspaper. And, as in many small towns, news travels fast. Most of you have probably already heard through the grapevine that we are taking a break for the summer. This is already our 10th issue and yet it seems like it was just yesterday we were publishing our very first one. What an exciting day that was! Time, like the news, sure did travel fast.
The paper was very well received and I, for one, will miss it being part of my life this summer. The feedback we've received shows me that so will many other people. In such a short time, we've succeeded in so many areas. We met our mission of providing a newspaper, in print and online, that gives voice without judgment or editorial bias and chronicles events, information, announcements, education and stories, creating a bridge between our communities from Jack's Creek to Villanueva and from Glorieta to Lower Colonias.
Those of you who know me, know it has always been my personal goal to build bridges. I feel we were very successful in this endeavor. Bridges were formed between individuals, businesses and communities. Through the paper I've learned so much more about this area that we all love, about it's people, it's past and it's future.
No one knows what the future holds for any of us. As we all know, when one door closes another one opens. While it makes me sad to slowly close this door I'm anxious to see what is behind the next.
Having built an extensive list of contacts targeted to people who are specifically interested in our communities, I plan to continue creating email promotions with a view towards expanding far beyond.
Overall, this has been such an incredible, positive experience for us all and I want to thank everyone involved...the readers, the sponsors, the advertisers, Cindy, Ginger, Sig and Anna. Without each and everyone of us this would not have been possible.
Wishing you all a summer of warmth, love and laughter. Hope to see you in the fall.
|
|
Put Your Feet in Her Hands