I called it quits in Deming. A whole 60 miles for the day. So much for my plan to head south to Columbus, near the border, then west on Highway 9 through Hachita and Animas on my way to Douglas, Arizona. If I was going to be blown around, I'd rather do it while parked. And asphalt makes less dust. Hurray for Wallydocking.
I wanted to get a better look at the "boot heel" of New Mexico because I've been working on a short story I've set there. Out of the way, little known, hostile to human survival... Perfect for what I had in mind. I pledge to get an early start.
I've been meaning to make it down to the boot heel before it gets too hot.
ReplyDeleteI'd like to check out Playa, but I doubt they'd let me in, what with DHS running exercises there.
DeleteAl, keep track of expenses for the bootheel area in case you publish your story at some point. Several types of location expenses can be deducted for a writer, as I'm sure you know.
ReplyDeleteThat Wallyworld in Deming is more popular than I realized. I met a new-to-me van dweller there. Then internet friends drove up to meet me there. Then my daughter came in her truck and spent a night parked near me. All in one day between my two nights there. You see anyone you know while there? :)
ReplyDeleteNo one I know, but a lot of big rigs.
DeleteIf you need a spot to stop in Douglas, we have a patch of land there you are welcome to squat on. Text if interested.
ReplyDeleteI'm squatting with Linda May on her patch of land. But I'll text to get yours for the next time I'm in the area.
DeleteAlways better to squat with company.
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