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By David B. Williams on Thursday, December 10, 2009
After visiting some of the Duke City’s less inspired buildings I want … [ continue ]
By David B. Williams on Monday, December 7, 2009
Continuing my exploration of building stone in New Mexico, I traveled down … [ continue ]
By David B. Williams on Friday, November 14, 2008
My wife is in Albuquerque for a few days. We drove through … [ continue ]
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What Are Cairns? At first glance these piles of stone may seem lacking in story but a deeper examination reveals a wealth of connections to geology, ecology, and human history. They are a way to connect to a landscape. They are means to communicate to others. For thousands of years, cairns have been an essential guide to travelers, explorers, and wanderers. They are the silent messengers of the trail. More... |
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