First day of Spring here at the ranch. It was warm yesterday, but today is a bit cooler. The days are getting longer, and the wildflowers are popping everywhere.
We continue our look at the amazing collection of ancient ceramics at Museo Larco:
On this day in 1971, a disastrous avalanche caused the death of hundreds at Yanawayin Lake, northeast of Lima.
The site made world headlines in 1971 when on March 18 a rock avalanche of 100,000 cubic metres (3,500,000 cu ft)[5] fell from an outcrop of jointed limestone about 400 metres (1,300 ft) above the lake. It created a wave of 30 metres (98 ft) that destroyed the Chungar Mining Company (Cia Minera Chungar, S.A.) camp on the shore, destroyed all the mines’ surface facilities,[5] and killed 200–600 miners.[3][5][6]
Source: Yanawayin Lake – Wikipedia
Monday after a St. Patrick’s Day weekend. We were busy, roasting and bringing coffee wherever we went. The weather was gorgeous finally. I’m actually getting a tan already!
Our garden has lettuce, cilantro, asparagus, and a surviving tomato plant from last year that is starting to return to life.
The desert is coming to life, and Spring is coming…
Meanwhile, our thoughts return to Peru, and Machu Picchu:
Another look back through the magic of the marvelous collection at Museo Larco:
With its incredible geography and endless range of natural and man-made attractions – and one of the world’s fastest-growing economies – Peru has become increasingly popular as a destination for ex-pats in recent times. But relocating to Peru from the U.S. or further afield can be challenging, so you’ll need to research this in detail before making confirmed plans. In the post below, we’ll offer some actionable advice to help you complete your move, particularly in relation to shipping your car to Peru, along with all your household items. (Click Link for the full article)
Source: Shipping Your Car and Belongings to Peru: The Key Considerations | New Peruvian
We’re planning a trip again to Machu Picchu again this year with long time friends who have never been there. It will give me an opportunity to check train prices etc. I’ll be sure to update everyone here.
Meanwhile…
Another view of the ruins at Saqsaywaman in the Sacred Valley below Cuzco:
Here’s yet more from the amazing collection at Museo Larco in Lima, Peru. Enjoy!
It’s Monday again! Well, at least it has warmed up here in Northwest Arizona.
As always though, we’re still dreaming of the tropical weather and the vast and wonderful mysteries of Machu Picchu:
It’s been a busy week. We went from snow to the 70s F, and there are a million deferred chores to do around the ranch. It’s a day of drywall touch-up and painting in the garage (finally.)
We continue our look back at the ancient ceramics of Peru:
Last Monday in February. We’re going to finally see a bit of a warm-up here in NW Arizona. We’re so ready!
Meanwhile, back in the tropics:
