It was a tough choice to make because I had already given a pseudo-"yes" to the other group. And... they even singled me out -- "Itsmekikay has to see the rodeo. It's very American!" They were right! But! My two summer school best friends (1) were planning a different after-hours adventure and (2) they hate the rodeo.
I was in a dilemma!
In retrospect, I'm so glad I decided to go with my two cool and dorky best friends and other equally cool and dorky friends to the Sandia Peak Tramway instead; although, I would really have loved to have experienced the rodeo, too, with some classmates. Plus, I had also been told that there were gonna be some macho cowboys... tsk.. tsk... But, can't be in two places at the same time, can I? So, I followed my heart and off to the Sandia Peak Tramway I went.
A side note: Had I known much earlier that the Sandia Peak Tramway is the world's longest aerial tramway, there wouldn't have been a dilemma at all. :) I can be so stupid and naive at times. I just go without knowing where I'm going.
The tramway ride was only about 15-20minutes long. Just getting on the ride makes everything worth the effort already. As we were hoisted to the peak, I couldn't help but marvel at the majestic view of the mountains and the landscape. It was breathtaking.
Photos by Bogdan... much more beautiful than my shots :)
When we finally got to the peak and off the tram, we were in the back of beyond. I loved it. We waited at the Kiwanis Cabin for the sun to set. I find the cabin very poetic in its isolation. And then the sunset. It was by far the most beautiful, romantic, and spectacular sunset I've ever seen. I wanted to inhale and draw everything in and freeze the moment... if only.
I'm so glad I had that indelible experience. I'm so glad I made friends in New Mexico.
(The Sandia Peak Tramway Group Photo by Bogdan)
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