Typical desert area with soaproot yucca, prickly pear and ocotillo cactus

CARLSBAD CAVERNS

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April 1st 2023
Off to the city of Carlsbad this morning, leaving at 9 a.m. because I want to get an oil change. I know it’s a little early for it but I can’t wait until I get home as it would way over the mileage. And I had the time to do it today when I might not get that extra time for the rest of the way home. I never used a quick lube place before - new experience. It was like a beehive in there, mechani ... read more

North America » United States » New Mexico » Carlsbad

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Britain's American colonies broke with the mother country in 1776 and were recognized as the new nation of the United States of America following the Treaty of Paris in 1783. During the 19th and 20th centuries, 37 new states were added to the origina... ... read more