Serving Clovis, Portales and the Surrounding Communities
Serving Clovis, Portales and the Surrounding Communities
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One would be lucky to have heart like theirs. They never get their due, what with all the lion heart references and such. But even at an average of 7 millimeters long — about the size of seven mustard seeds — their teeny, rapidly beating hearts might just be the biggest of all. They fight what would seem to be insurmountable odds, drive for survival casting them into a scavenger's life like few others. There really isn't anything they won't eat — crumbs, scraps, trash, medicine, toothpaste, chewing gum, textiles, wood, paper... Full story
Sepia toned skies, roaring winds, heat and the one ingredient that could change it all — rain — grievously absent. Such is summer in New Mexico, one of those places where a rain shower doesn't do much more than make dirt circles on windows right before it evaporates. But even though hot, dry and yes, wind, are characteristics of the eastern plains, it can always get worse and it's already on the way there. It really is no surprise to see the entire region colored in deep red on the map, drab, dead brown being the only oth... Full story
The T-shirt had nothing to do with fashion; it was hiding something, or better yet, protecting it. Underneath the black cotton there was a shoulder wrapped in bandages which were holding gauze and ointment to a wound that really needed a break from dirt, bacteria and, perhaps most of all, the attention of the wounded himself. Trying to prevent a dog from agitating a wound is a challenge, regardless of the dog. They just can't leave them alone, and even if they would, all around them is a maelstrom of things — dirt, b...
Did you know it's national pet week (or month depending on the source)? They made sure I did, which I suppose is a good thing since it's not something I would normally even be aware of. The "they" I am referring to are the web crawling, public relations spammers that get a hold of an email address and send press release after press release. They desperately want their messages communicated to "the readers" and find incredibly clever ways to try and persuade their way into print — including riding on the coat tails of h... Full story
It's long been understood that nature has balance and us humans have come to understand — usually about the time we realize we've destroyed an ecosystem — that here are reasons why things are the way they are. That's not to say improvements can't be made, but for each forced (or man-made) change, it makes perfect sense that something else will get knocked a little out of whack, kind of like the idea time travelers would wreak havoc if they changed even the slightest thing. Now it may be going out on a limb, but glowing sheep...
When the youngsters became the proud owners of a new colt, they set out on a mission to bond with him. Teaching him tricks became part of the fun, as they coaxed him to interact and do things in exchange for affection and treats. Mastering the challenge of standing on his hind legs was a little awkward for the uncoordinated colt, but when the children discovered they could help, the trick become even more interesting. Coaxing him and helping him to get his front legs up high enough, they discovered he could indeed stand on... Full story
It isn't every day the yard is covered in snacks. Crunchy on the outside, they have a nutty flavor, similar to peanuts or almonds, according to those who partake. Suspended inside vibrant colored gelatin, they are sure to cause a buzz of conversation at a party. They also make for good pizza toppers, add a crunch to homemade candy and ice cream, and make for a chewy treat when found fresh and glistening — or so some say. They can even be roasted and salted for a crispy treat. In a way it makes sense to explore the p...
It's funny enough, all right. Staggering and woozy, a dog's legs may each go in different directions, or, afraid to challenge the suddenly accelerated rotation of the planet, it may become a pooch puddle, trying to melt into the floor and hoping it will stop. Others turn in clumsy circles or imitate living bobble heads. There are apparently so many dogs doing it and people enjoy the strange behavior of wacky weed influenced dogs so much, the videos flood the Internet. But while dogs seem to love the stuff and their people...
It's hard to imagine them being capable of acts of heroism. First and foremost, even though they do come in larger sizes — tubby being the most likely — domestic cats just aren't powerhouses. Sure they're great at getting themselves out of harm's way, slinking through tight spaces, landing on their feet and climbing out of trouble, but they aren't exactly built for dragging people out of burning buildings or digging them out of snow banks. And then there is the fact that as a general rule the personality of the cat is so fie...
Unexpectedly dropped into a foreign land, one of the first problems to surface would more than likely be the inability to communicate. The impossible task of asking questions not to mention understanding the responses would hinder virtually every step of the journey and, no doubt, would result in confusing and frustrating exchanges with the inhabitants of the strange land. Luckily, communication barriers can be overcome, and in short time, gestures, expressions, and perhaps some pointing and grunting, would ease the challenge...
Years ago when a pet cat died of unknown causes, it seemed reasonable to follow the vet's suggestion and have her tested for rabies. Though it was unlikely rabies had caused her illness, it was still a relief to know conclusively — even if it was shocking when the lab technician left a message describing that the "brain tissue of the specimen" tested negative for the presence of rabies. Having never dealt with rabies before, something about hearing a pet referred to as a specimen and more specifically the realization t... Full story
Brown skies, tumbleweed invasions and air so dense the eyes can't penetrate it nor can the lungs tolerate it. Waking in the morning to the sound of dirt stinging windows and the roof swelling and groaning eventually means that somewhere between deciding what to wear or eat for breakfast, the mind flickers to the brief thought of tossing all earthly possessions into the car and driving to someplace the wind can't reach. And it wouldn't be the first time the wind chipped away at the patience and comfort, literally pushing...
Shaped exactly as it should be, only much, much tinier, it looked more like those sugar coated versions that go in Easter baskets. Surely some strange force of magic had shrunken Molly's egg because no self-respecting robin would have squatted in the corner of the barn to lay their precious one on the floor, yet there it was, smaller than a quarter. After undergoing enough scrutiny, the little egg went in the refrigerator with its bigger siblings and in the days that followed, the kids squabbled over who would get to make a...
Shaped exactly as it should be, only much, much tinier, it looked more like those sugar coated versions that go in Easter baskets. Surely some strange force of magic had shrunken Molly's egg because no self-respecting robin would have squatted in the corner of the barn to lay their precious one on the floor, yet there it was, smaller than a quarter. After undergoing enough scrutiny, the little egg went in the refrigerator with its bigger siblings and in the days that followed, the kids squabbled over who would get to make a...
