Have a Blast! Ways to Safely Celebrate July 4th
When you think about the 4th of July, I bet the things that come to mind are fireworks, flag décor, parades, and BBQ. That…
Dollars & Cents: Summer Fun on the Cheap
SECUNM’s Guide to Free and Low-Cost Family Fun in New Mexico Ah summer. The warm weather. The long days. And kids whining there is…
Summer New Mexico Road Trip – Scenic Route 53
Up for some other-worldly adventure? Nope, not Roswell and alien conspiracies. Instead, head out on a western New Mexico road trip to find geographic…
You are What You Eat! A Guide to Northern New Mexico’s Farmers’ Markets
There are many reasons why supporting your local New Mexico farmers’ market is a good idea. First, the food you purchase is at its…
The Side Hustle – 20+ Ideas on How to Boogie Your Way to Extra Income
Let’s face it, pundits claim that the economy is booming but most of us still feel the pinch when we need some extra cash.…
Grillin’ and Chillin’ – A Tasty Guide
With the great weather upon us, it is time to break out the grill. (Seriously though most of us New Mexicans grill all year…
A Guide to Holy Week Pilgrimages to El Santuario de Chimayó
A pilgrimage to El Santuario de Chimayó is synonymous with Holy Week in northern New Mexico. And each year roughly 30,000 people from all…
Stressed Out? Here are 20 Ways to Calm Down and Live Better
I hear it all the time from friends and family (and even out of my own mouth), “I’m so stressed out.” It is a…
Dollars and Cents: Best Ways to Save and Wisely Spend Your Tax Return
Expect a refund this year? Great! Before you run out and spend money frivolously (and we know you would NEVER do that), we suggest…
25 Hacks to Make Your Life Better and Save Some Green
Hacks, once the domain of those wacky neighbors down the block, have become acceptable and even essential in recent years for a variety of…
