The Land of Entrapment

When I first moved to New Mexico two years ago, I was told that the “Land of Enchantment” (our state’s nickname) would be more appropriately named the “Land of Entrapment.” It appears I should have listened.

Last week, my husband, D., and I decided to postpone our impending move to Lansing, Michigan for one year. It appears that New Mexico has wrapped its claws around us and we will spend the next year attempting to get free, talon by talon. Sell one of our houses, the grip loosens. Sell our second house and the state known for its aliens (from both outer space and Mexico) is hanging on by a thread. Find my husband a replacement job in Michigan and we’re floating free.

It all began while I was living in Colorado and on my first or second date with the man who is now my husband. I mentioned that I would NEVER live in New Mexico and that I considered it the armpit of the country. Within two months of that proclamation, he received a job promotion offer…in Albuquerque. A word to the wise, never say you will NEVER do something, it virtually predestines you.

Oddly enough, I now feel that the negative connotation of the “Land of Entrapment” isn’t quite fair to a state that I have grown to like, if not love. New Mexico is like the girl who gets 7.5s out of tens in all categories (looks, personality, etc). New Mexico isn’t a stunner in any one area, but rather a solid contender for good weather, decent economy, travel options, things to do, natural beauty, etc.

During my time in New Mexico, I bought my first home, got married at a beautiful church outside of Albuquerque, worked hard, learned a ton, (poorly) played the totally foreign sport of soccer for two seasons, met some really great people and had some really good times. It has probably been the most accomplished years of my life and so being entrapped here for another year seems like it can only bring more goodness to my life. To Michigan I say, “Can you hold my spot in the line?” To you I say, “Welcome to a new blog from a girl in the city with all the Qs.”