Lifestyles

Fr. Glenn: Seeking A Better Epitaph

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By Fr. Glenn Jones:

“Well, at least I’m not as bad as X!”

Such is heard not infrequently from people defensive about some negative trait or action(s) of their own. But that’s kind of a pathetically low bar to hurdle; one can always find an example worse than oneself. After all, compared to Hitler or Vlad the Impaler, most of us look pretty good! But, imagine engraven on your future headstone: “At least he wasn’t as bad as X!” Not much of a recommendation.

And yet, we all draft our own real epitaphs. We can posture all we want, but people that really know us know the truth—or the lie—of it. Who has not been to Read More

Gruninger: Yoga Therapy – Bridge Pose A Deux

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By JACCI GRUNINGER, MS, C-IATY, ERYT500
Los Alamos

Last week, I shared about Bridge Pose (Setu Bhandasana) as a strengthening pose. However, many poses in yoga can be used for lengthening, strengthening and resting depending on how you practice the pose.

This week we will look at Bridge Pose as a front body opener and restorative or resting back backbend.

Supported Bridge Pose is one of those poses that can help support healing and a sense of wellbeing for many of our everyday stresses, aches and pains.

In another column I will share more but one of the reasons this is such a powerful pose to help with Read More

LAPS Celebrates Native American Heritage Month

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LAPS News:

Los Alamos Public Schools is celebrating Native American Heritage Month during November.

The School Board unanimously approved the Native American Heritage Month Resolution at its Tuesday night meeting recognizing the rich and diverse cultures, and contributions of Native Americans and will continue to support the work to preserve the language, history and traditions of tribes and pueblos.

LAPS said that it recognizes that its schools sit on Native American Homelands. New Mexico is home to 23 tribes and 19 pueblos.

The School Board said that it encourages all students, staff Read More

Unitarian Church Members Learn About Colores United

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Far left, Ariana Saludares, president and co-founder of Colores United in Deming, along with her colleagues, speaks to Unitarian Church of Los Alamos members, center, Tyler Taylor, and Susan Dryja about the work Colores United does during a presentation Thursday night at the Unitarian Church. Colores United is an advocacy group for asylum seekers at the U.S.-Mexico border. They manage a large shelter for asylum seekers as well as offer assistance projects on both sides of the border. Saludares said 100 asylum seekers enter New Mexico a day. She added that the issues at the border are complex Read More

SFNF: Cut Own Christmas Tree Permits Available Nov. 22

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Courtesy/SFNF

SFNF News:

SANTA FE — No need to worry about the predicted Christmas tree shortage this year. All you have to do is purchase a permit to cut your own Christmas tree on the Santa Fe National Forest (SFNF). Over-the-phone and online sales will begin Monday, Nov. 22.

Permits can be purchased online through Recreation.gov and printed at home as a convenient alternative to calling a SFNF office to purchase your permit over the phone. Permits purchased by phone from forest headquarters or any of the SFNF district offices will be delivered via postal mail along with maps and guidelines Read More

NMDOT Provides Cold/Winter Weather Driving Tips

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NMDOT News:

SANTA FE — Parts of New Mexico are already experiencing freezing temperatures, high winds, snow, sleet, rain, and ice, which may cause hazardous driving conditions.

The New Mexico Department of Transportation monitors the weather continuously and is prepared to work around the clock spreading salt and cinder and plowing the roads if necessary. 

In coordination with law enforcement, the NMDOT has some advice for drivers when traveling during inclement weather:

  • Be prepared before you go: Make sure you have plenty of fuel and adequate windshield washer fluid and antifreeze. Check
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Sneak Peek At IHM Christmas Arts & Crafts Fair Gift Items

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Here is a sneak peek of some of the many gift items that will be available for purchase at the IHM Christmas Arts & Crafts Fair, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 20, in the parish hall at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, 3700 Canyon Road. The event include craft booths, a silent auction and breakfast and lunch foods for purchase. Santa Claus will make a special appearance 10 a.m. to noon. All proceeds go to charity. This event is sponsored by the Sacred Heart Ladies Auxiliary. Masks are required! Photo by Jenn Bartram/ladailypost.com
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Canyon Rim Trail Underpass Closure Moved To Nov. 10

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COUNTY News:

Crews are unable to work on the Canyon Rim Trail Underpass today so the temporary closure is rescheduled for 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 10.

Workers will reseed and mulch areas disturbed during construction. The trail head parking lot and the rest of the Canyon Rim Trail will remain open.

Direct questions to the Public Works Department at 505.662.8150 or lacpw@lacnm.us. Read More

Wildfire Preparedness Is Year-Round: Don’t Be A Turkey, Keep Fire Safety First!

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Wildfire Preparedness Is Year-Round: Don’t Be A Turkey, Keep Fire Safety First! Courtesy/SFNF

SFNF News:

SANTA FE — Thanksgiving is right around the corner, and while many New Mexicans are planning their holiday menu, please remember that carelessness while cooking can lead to a fire tragedy. 

The Santa Fe National Forest (SFNF) wants to ensure that your Thanksgiving is a happy time with family and friends by sharing some simple safety recommendations.

Continuing with their “Wildfire Preparedness is Year-Round” campaign, their message for November and Thanksgiving is “Don’t be a turkey.

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Staffing Shortages At NCRTD To Cause Temporary Modification On Four Routes Beginning Nov. 15

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A transit operator shortage will modify four RTD Blue Bus routes beginning Nov. 15. The 400 Los Alamos route between Española, Los Alamos and Pojoaque will be suspended until further notice. Courtesy/RTD

NCRTD News:

Due to a shortage of transit operators, the North Central Regional Transit District (RTD) will modify four  Blue Bus routes beginning Monday, Nov. 15.

The 180 El Rito route between El Rito and Española, and the 400 Los Alamos route between Española, Los Alamos and Pojoaque will be suspended until further notice. 

Service on the 320 Questa and 310 Red River routes will be converted Read More