Author Archives: Naima

Yes, you heard me right.  El Paso is beautiful.  It’s all about perspective.  The Chihuahuan Desert offers sandy valleys with a backdrop of rocky mountains and the occasional oasis.  We recently had a chance to visit two spectacular and easy … Continue reading →

It has been about a week since I last posted and I have been busy!  Everyone at the zoo has been very helpful and I continue to learn everyday.  There are over 200 species of animals at the El Paso … Continue reading →

Every town around the world has something to offer and it’s your job to get out there and find out what.  Check out the newspapers, listen to the radio, get on the internet and start reading.  Twitter and Facebook are … Continue reading →

  Drive by picture of the entrance sign.  Well I am now an Education Specialist at the El Paso Zoo!  My first two days on the job were full of meeting lots of employees and trying to remember names and … Continue reading →

I am so glad it worked out that we had to unload our Uhaul on one of the hottest days of the year (note extreme sarcasm).  At one point while we were moving the truck thermostat said 118 degrees F.  … Continue reading →

El Paso is right on the border of Mexico and New Mexico.  At first, while navigating the city I was afraid I would make a wrong turn and end up in Juarez, Mexico.  I am fully aware that you would … Continue reading →

I have had a fantastic last couple of weeks in the Ozarks of Northwest Arkansas.  For the past three years I explored the well kept secret of the beauty of the region.  In the weeks leading up to the move … Continue reading →