Nicole Marion

New Kid: One Week Update

November 8, 2015 by Nicole Marion

Nicole Marion

Time sure flies when you're having fun! It's already been one week since Me Me came home to live with us...and she has come so far. She and Bub have really hit it off, and Mr. Skeeto is loving her, too. Being a youngster at less than 2 years old,…

There’s a new kid in town

November 2, 2015 by Nicole Marion

Nicole Marion

[caption id="attachment_2406" align="alignright" width="292"] The smile on Bub's face says it all.[/caption] Our sweet boy Bub finally got his wish. After four long years of waiting and waiting for a real live girlfriend.....she has arrived. And boy, is she a beauty! I'd like you to meet "Me Me" - our…

Cuchara Pass – Purgatoire River

October 19, 2015 by Nicole Marion

Nicole Marion

Yesterday, we stayed close to home and took a beautiful, winding drive up over Cuchara Pass and back to La Veta. We wandered off onto the road to the North Fork of the Purgatoire River, then continued on the Highway of Legends to Trinidad. On our way back, we ended…

A cherished visit with Mom and Dad

October 17, 2015 by Nicole Marion

Nicole Marion

It's not often that I get to share time with Mom and Dad, as I moved so far away. It seems, though, we are much closer since the distance between us has grown. I cherish every moment spent with them - in their garden - with their fur kids -…

The Legend Lives On

October 14, 2015 by Nicole Marion

Nicole Marion

This month marks 20 years since I brought Echo home with me to change my life forever. And although we reluctantly said our good-byes when she had to leave this world in 2010, she remains a very integral part of my life and soul....and nothing stops me from continuing to…

Cottonwood Pass, Buena Vista to Gunnison, Colorado

October 5, 2015 by Nicole Marion

Nicole Marion

Another glorious day was spent wandering around the southern mountains of Colorado...I can never get enough of the beauty my native State has to offer. This time, we traveled North to Buena Vista, CO. To my surprise, my favorite little coffee shop is still there selling espresso milk shakes. If…

Oberon’s BIG 10th Birthday Party

July 13, 2015July 14, 2015 by Nicole Marion

Nicole Marion

Here I am once again celebrating another birthday with my long-time heart throb, my absolute #1 photography subject, and very dear friend, Oberon. This isn't just any old birthday. It's his 10th, and I'm so honored to be a part of this great celebration every year since 2007. [caption id="attachment_2243" align="alignright" width="280"] Obie - just over…

Bluto’s Back Again!

July 4, 2015July 4, 2015 by Nicole Marion

Nicole Marion

This is Bluto, one of our favorite regulars we see here at el Rancho year after year. He's a male Rufous Hummingbird, and it looks like his girlfriend has arrived as well (see frame #3). There's no wondering when he arrives, as he swoops right in and takes over the…

Nala’s First Photo Shoot

June 29, 2015June 29, 2015 by Nicole Marion

Nicole Marion

I'm pleased to introduce you to my new "doggy niece." My brother and nephews just brought her home a couple of weeks ago, and I got to meet her for the first time last Saturday. She is just 10 weeks old, and already an adorable little firecracker! [Best_Wordpress_Gallery id="3" gal_title="Nalas First…

Mandy and Franklin’s Birthday Bash!

June 29, 2015June 29, 2015 by Nicole Marion

Nicole Marion

A great time was had by all who attended Mandy and Franklin's Birthday Bash! They are turning 12 and 10, respectively, and their Mom wanted friends to gather to celebrate the two of them. I was one of the lucky ones to be there :-) Thank you to Amy (their…

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