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ANIMALS / ANIMAL SERVICES DESTINATIONS

TWO BIT FARM AND TACK REPAIR. Horse boarding, training, and sales.

Manure delivery available. www.twobitfarm.com or 867-9139

~ THE ANIMAL HOTLINE ~~ THE ANIMAL HOTLINE ~A NONPROFIT COMMUNITY SERVICE FOR LOST & FOUND PETS.

Listings are free and published in the Signpost.Call Dave—867-6135

ALL CREATURES PETSITTING. Loving, fun care. Vacation, business, emergencies. Placitas/Bernalillo. CallKaren at 977-0426.

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ART / MUSIC

CASH! SOLD REAL ESTATE? CARRIED FINANCING?I will buy your mortgage/contract. Call for quote. Pat O’Brien (505) 823-2877.

PRIVATE VACATION CASITA for rent in Placitas Vil-lage. Furnished. Sleeps 4. Available for out-of-townguests, holidays, getaway, etc. Daily/weekly/specialevent rates. Call 440-7358 for details.

DRAFTING SERVICESAccurate and impartial measuring and computer-

generated drafting done to scale by professional staff.

Drawings include floor plan, room dimensions, overall square footage. Services start at 50 cents/sq.ft.

3D plans and quick turnaround available.

Call Max Vasher at REX Drafters • 505-615-0696

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PAWS N’ CLAWS PET SERVICEIN-HOME PET CARE

Serving Placitas, Rio Rancho & Far NorthEast Albuquerque

PET SITTINGPET WASTE REMOVAL

{505} 440-0875Insured/Bonded

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DOG WALKING, PET SITTING. Vacation time? Leavethe pet care to us – Animal People LLC. Established in1997, Insured, Pet First Aid Certified. Serving: Bernalillo,Corrales, Placitas, and Rio Rancho. www.animalpeople.us,jhglowski@animalpeople.us - call Janice: 867-4228.

P L A C I T A S • B E R N A L I L L O • S A N D O V A L C O U N T Y , N E W M E X I C O

BUILDING MATERIALS

ROMERO LUMBER• Big savings on #2-9’ landscaping RR Ties.

Also 1’-9’ in Grades 1 & 2 • Santa Fe Brown and Sedona Red gravel

• Flagstone in stunning colors • Designs available on flagstone. East Mountain cement—cart-away

Delivery Available VISA / MASTERCARD836-4107 (Albq.) or 832-4604 (Edgewood)

PIANO LESSONS AND MUSIC THEORY. Elementaryto intermediate level. BA Music UNM, Member MTNA.Call Clara Young at 867-3794.

WILDLIFE REHABILITATOR Injured or orphaned birds, mammals, or snakes. Call Peggy McCormick with Wildlife Rescue Inc.

of New Mexico at 771-1113 for assistance.

Camp Pa sitiveWhere your dog can come stay and play

Offering day camp and overnights at our home.150 Camino de la Rosa CastillaPhone: 867-4408

Make a reservation for your pup to come play with us.

Now Open in Placitas Bridget Cobb—Proprietor

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Blue Horse Bed & Breakfast—On Beautiful Mustang Mesa—

Friends & family visiting?Great Breakfasts Southwestern Rooms

Inspected & Approved by NMBBA & ABBA

505-771-9055www.bluehorsebandb.com

Annie GrossPh: 505.867.1991

Cell: 505.818.7844aupaw@comcast.net

Pet WalkingPet Sitting

Doggie LimoHorse Care

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Certified in Pet First Aid

Serving: Algodones, Bernalillo, Corrales,

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Lending the extra paw

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Insured and BondedCertified in Pet First Aid

Annie GrossLending the extra paw

505-818-7844Placitas ResidentPROFESSIONAL PET AND HORSE CARE

SPANISH INSTRUCTIONFun, non-traditional classes with

emphasis on oral communication. www.sospanyol.com

PLACITAS—BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME on this 1.4acre property in Anasazi Meadows. Country living justminutes away from Bernalillo, Albuquerque and Santa Fe.Infrastructure with underground utilities, paved roadsand CC&Rs. Only $150,000! Will consider owner financ-ing. Johnson Team Realtors—400-6486.

RIO RANCHO—REDUCED $10K! Immaculate 2-year-old, 1-owner home in Loma Colorado. Openliving/kitchen/dining rooms. Stainless steel appliancesand Corian counters. Owner will sell home fully fur-nished. 1,511 sq. ft. 4BD/2BA—$165,000. Johnson TeamRealtors—400-6486, www.johnsonteam.com.

Edgewood-REDUCED $140K! Gorgeous New Mexico-style custom home on 5 acres w/sweeping views, radiantheat, beamed ceilings, energy efficient rammed earth con-struction, sculpted concrete floors and custom touchesthroughout! Horse stables w/water. 3,045 sq. ft., 3-4BR/2BA. Only $230,000. Johnson Team Realtors—400-6486, www.johnsonteam.com.

CLOSE-IN LOCATION. 1.25 acre lot in Placitas West justoff pavement. Great mountain view, flat building site,power, phone and owner financing possible. $89000. CallPorter 263-3662. Keller Williams 897-1100.

OLD ADOBE IN BERNALILLO. 1340 SF, 2 BR, 1 ½ Ba, 2car cpt on a nice treed lot with privacy walls. View of themountain and several upgrades like vinyl windows, paintand hot water heater. Only $92000. Porter 263-3662. KellerWilliams Realty 897-1100.

IN-TOWN STARTER OR INVESTMENT PROPERTY.New carpet, new paint, updated roof, electric, evaporativecooler and bathroom makes this `move in ready’. Bel Airneighborhood with backyard off street parking. Only$139500. Porter 263-3662. Keller Williams Realty 897-1100.

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Defensive driving specialist—UPS trained2011 Fall & Winter—School Year Classes

6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.Bernalillo, Rio Rancho & Surrounding Sandoval County Areas

See website for details — www.coachalsdrivingschool.comAl W. Guadagnoli (505) 771-8334 Cell (505) 573-1824

COACH AL’SDRIVING SCHOOL

ALBUQUERQUESeptember 12 to September 29, 2011

4801 Montaño NW, Suite A-2

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HEALTH / SPIRIT

I OFFER PROFESSIONAL COUNSELING SERVICES topeople who want to create a life of greater health, happi-ness, peace, prosperity, and awareness of the Spirit within.My approach is practical and supports you in being au-thentic, learning from your experiences, and living lifewith more meaning, purpose, and joy. For an appointment,call Shara Moscinska, MA, LPCC, at 505-385-1932. Conve-niently located next to The Merc, I accept most insurance(Presbyterian, Lovelace, SCI, BCBSNM, Medicaid, andothers) and offer a complementary 45-minute consulta-tion.

TOO BUSY TO IMPROVE YOUR LIFE AND HEALTH?Got Skype? No Problem. Online groups using Tapas Acu-pressure Technique can support you to stop smoking,loose weight & support your artistic career. TAT is easyand effective. Visit: www.eliseklee.com.

FOOT REFLEXOLOGY TREATMENT - $40 - 1 Hour.This includes an herbal foot bath, neck and shoulder mas-sage and the foot reflexology treatment. Very relaxing.Placitas location. 25 years experience. Evelyn Clark, Li-censed Massage Therapist #4354. Call for an appointment505-670-5683.

$43,500 FOR 1.5 ACRES IN PLACITAS. Paved road, un-derground utilities. Motivated sellers! Placitas Realty 867-8000 Dave.

PLACITAS TRAILS Classic Adobe home / attached casita. See at: http://9sagehill.realestatehnm.com. Heartland New Mexico, llc. 505-867-4077.

HOUSE FOR SALE—BERNALILLO. 131 E. Calle DonFrancisco. See: http://DonFrancisco.realestatehnm.com.Heartland New Mexico, llc. 505-867-4077.

ALGODONES ADOBE HOME / fixer-upper. See at:http://313algodones.realestatehnm.com. Heartland NewMexico, llc. 505-867-4077.

REDUCED: BEAUTIFUL PUEBLO-STYLE HOME, 180◦mountain views, 3BR/2BA/3CG/2483SF. Was $380,000,now $325,000. For info, see www.1caminotresritos.com.Call Lauren Herman, 505-239-8526 or Julie Denison, 505-867-7494. La Puerta Real Estate.

OWNER FINANCING AVAILABLE with 20% down!1.86 acre parcel, great water area with individual well andunderground utilities. Near Las Huertas Creek, Forest andWilderness areas. Covenants and restrictions. Horse OK.$139,000. Rio Sierra Realty, 867-2011. Joan 681-7574 orTony 681-5119.

CLASSIC PASSIVE SOLAR CASA with GR design, mas-sive Kiva, clerestory, exposed adobe, saltillo tile with 2286SF,3 BR, 1 3/4 BA, 2 Car on 2.9 acres on the back side ofTrails for fabulous views. Well cared for with many up-grades. $385,000. Porter 263-3662. Keller Williams Realty897-1100.

5 ACRES $32,500. Undeveloped land in Placitas. Off thegrid. Owner financing. Placitas Realty 867-8000 Dave.

PLACITAS-4 BR ON 3 ACRES. Exposed beams andadobe with huge Sandia views! Placitas Homesteads.$465,000 Dave Harper 263-2266 Placitas Realty 867-8000.

1994 VOLVO 940 WAGON: 104k miles; automatic, pow-er, new stereo/cd player, Sirius receiver. Excellent condi-tion—$2,500. 867-3551.

2008 BMW 335i SPORTS COUPE: ALL options includingnavigation, premium sound +/satellite & bluetooth, heat-ed power seats, sunroof, leather, etc.; 25mpg, under war-ranty, 45,500 miles, excellent condition—$29,900. 867-3551.

1991 HONDA CIVIC CRXsi CLASSIC: Pocket Rocket—40+ MPG, regular gas, well-maintained, sunroof, 5 speed,189,100 miles—fun and economical, too!—$3,800. 867-3551.

OWNER FINANCING. 4 ACRES. Single-wide & unfin-ished adobe in Placitas. Asking $100,000. Huge Mtnviews! Placitas Realty 867-8000 Dave.

$59,000 ACRE LOT ALONG CREEK. Lot for sale alongLas Huertas Creek in Placitas. Includes water, electric andphone. Placitas Realty, 867-8000 Dave.

2.5 ACRES IN PLACITAS. $75,000 Near Village of Plac-itas. 867-8000 Placitas Realty, Dave 263-2266.

GUITAR FOR SALE. Excellent condition, good studentmodel. Black with padded case. $70. 771-2203.

HERBALIFE. LOST YOUR DISTRIBUTOR? Give me a call at 505-867-4793 or visit my website at:www.herbal-nutrition.net/emoleres.

ART STUDIO MOVING SALE—Half price on all mosaicpanels by Cate Clark. Call 867-3778.

SECURITY STORAGE, LLC, SAN YSIDRO—In accor-dance with New Mexico law, the contents of units 6, 9, 11,13, and 15, are scheduled to be sold by written bid auctionon September 29, 2011, at 10:00 a.m. For more informa-tion, call 575-834-0055.

CATE A. CLARK, LICENSED MASSAGE THERAPIST#4607 Hot Stone – Swedish – Deep Tissue – CranioSacral– Lymph Drainage. www.riverstonecate.com 21 years ex-perience. Albuquerque Old Town 505-401-4015 and Plac-itas 505-867-3778.

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and General Well Being • Lic. #1225 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •Christina Wright Swank • MsT since 1979

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6 Camino Empresa, Placitas Custom 3.400 SF Adobe with gardens, lawn, and water feature. Two living areas; two mas-ter bedrooms (plus a third bedroom); four bathrooms. $499K

115 Windmill Trail, Placitas Placitas for $295K with 2.5 acres. Three Bed-rooms, two bathrooms, lovely kitchen and greatroom. Unstoppable views of Sandias.

Carol Skees of REMAX ELITE. 350-0911 cell & 798-1000 office.

“Pet Care Service is a Recession-Proof Business”

Dog-Lover Wanted $330,000

Home-Based CAGE-FREE dog sitting service for sale. Includes Residence, Equipment, Bookings, Client List and Training. HIGH-DEMAND service, with little competition in the area. Call me to talk about potential income. Americans consider their dogs to be an important member of their family, so when it is time for the family to go out of town, they need a comfortable and friendly place where their dog can run, play, relax, and enjoy life. Located in Budaghers (I-25 Exit 257) serving Placitas, Rio Rancho, Santa Fe and Albuquerque. Four year old residence of 1,854 square feet, 3 Bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 3 car garage on 2.7 relatively flat acres of which 1.5 acres are securely fenced.

Carol Skees 505-350-0911RE/MAX ELITE 505-798-1000 www.AlbuquerqueNMHomeSearch.com

Heartland New Mexico, LLC Full Service Real Estate

Property Management

Small Town Service | Uptown Techniques! Call Wayne or Nancy: 505-867-4077

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DRIVING TO LA CUEVA High School? Looking for a ridefrom Placitas or Bernalillo for a La Cueva student. Morn-ings and/or afternoons. Will contribute towards gas costs.771-2203.

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LANDSCAPING

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Repairs / Installation • 892-7215 or 250-0301

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Green Energy Contractors• Grading / Earthmoving• Landscaping / Design• Drip Irrigation Systems• Debris / Site Cleanup• Light Demolition• Decorative Rock• Drainage Control

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DALE’S TREE SERVICE—Pruning, removals, stumps,hauling and mowing. 28 years experience. Dale Roberts,505-473-4129 or 505-977-1981.

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“KATIE THE CLEANING LADY” How long have youbeen looking for a “great” housecleaner? I do residential,move-in, move-outs and commercial. Very detailed in mywork “will not disappoint!” Experienced and reliable withreferences. Free quotes. 505-604-6195.

SPECIALIZING IN CLEANING RESIDENTIAL, OFFICES, AND MEDICAL BUILDINGS. We use noharsh chemicals in your home or busness. Honest, reliableand working with your schedule. For a free estimate call505-385-3917.

15 yrs experience — locally ownedlicensed, bonded & insured

615-9257

❊ High and Dry Landscapes ❊We plant for privacy, wildlife, and color. Drainage and erosion

issues are solved with lush, water-conservative habitat gardens. We offer site-specific solutions for rain-water harvesting

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20 years serving Sandoval County.

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HOUSECLEANING

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To Meet Your Home’s Needs

The Home Solution

READWEST ADULT LITERACY PROGRAM needs volunteers to help adults learn to read and/or speak English. No teaching or foreign language experience need-ed. Orientation is September 12 followed by two Saturdays

of training: September 17 and 24. Call 892-1131.

HOUSE CLEANING SERVICE

Serving Placitas since 1995 • Resident of Placitas

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Dependable CleaningWeekly, Biweekly or Monthly Cleaning for

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Tim Trujillo Roofs and Roof Repair

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KAST CONSTRUCTIONdrywall • tile • paint & more

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DELIGHTFUL ALPINE A-FRAME-STYLE HOME INPLACITAS—2 Bdrm, full bath, major appliances, newcarpet and flooring, 2nd story balcony with spectacularview of Sandias, pellet stove, large storage unit, fencedyard. Located off Hwy 165, 2 minutes from I-25. Availabil-ity, beginning of October. $950/mo. 867-5543.

O'HARA PAINTING. Quality craftsmanship. Profession-al service. Clean and efficient. Low VOC paint products.Licensed, Bonded and Insured. Check referencesat ohara-painting.com. Call Kieran O'Hara for a freeestimate. 505-699-6253.

Whelchel Landscaping and Construction Co.A Landscaping expert, specializing in all aspects

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I will work with you from the design phase through the completion of the project

If you can Imagine it, We can create it….

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Sprinkler and Drip Systems • Concrete, Flagstone, and Brick Work

Block Walls, and Stucco Work • Kiva Fireplaces, Banco Seating,

Outdoor Kitchens • Portals, Patio Covers, and Decks

Additions and Remodels • Retaining Walls, and Terracing

Sod, Gravel, and Planting

OLD ADOBE HOME FOR RENT in Cocinitas, Bernalillo.Brick floors throughout, two covered porches,washer/dryer installed, wired for cable and security,fenced treed year in quiet neighborhood. One bedroom$620. Small pets only. Call 250-7843 and leave message ifnecessary.

WAREHOUSE SPACE IN BERNALILLO 980 Sq ft. (Utili-ties included) Between exit 240 & 242 off Interstate 25.Call David at 505-771-1003.

PLACITAS ON VALLE ESCONDIDO—2 bedroom, 975sf$950/mo. including utilities. Call Wayne 505-867-4077Heartland New Mexico, llc.

PLACITAS HOUSE—three bedroom two bath house in-cludes cable, internet, telephone, Electric, Water, Gas andGarbage for $1275. Available now 505-917-1116.

PLACITAS MANUFACTURED HOME completely re-modeled. Out a ways on Mountainview Rd. 1450sf, 3 bed2 bath, 2.48 acres, animal friendly. $995/mo. Call Wayne505-867-4077. Heartland New Mexico, llc.

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there in 1730 near a church, which washedaway in the flood of 1735. A cross still marksthis spot.

By 1776, there were still 27 families, totaling81 people, who were using the San Felipemission, but as floods changed the river’scourse, the fate of “Upper Bernalillo”changed too, constantly moving south, untilthe population shifted gradually to the eastside of the river to the site of present dayBernalillo.

But this was still not an easy place to live.From 1748 to 1771, almost four thousandSpanish and Pueblos were killed by Apaches,Navajos, and Comanches. In 1771, 170 peoplewere killed and seven thousand horses andmules stolen. In 1775, a major Comanche raidon Sandia Pueblo destroyed all crops andlivestock and killed 32 inhabitants. Thescourge of smallpox killed five thousandpueblo people and many Spanish in the1780s. It seemed there was no end to the ma-jor disasters the colony suffered.

Overgrazing was becoming a problem by1757 because there were 112 thousand sheepand sixteen thousand cattle plus seven thou-sand horses in the colony. Sheep became themedium of exchange, and, due to a lack ofcoinage, the barter system prevailed. The ef-fects of this problem have lasted to the pres-ent day. Ranchers traditionally raised sheeprather than cattle because nomadic raiderscould more easily drive cattle away andwhen attacked herders could scatter sheep toreduce losses. In 1779, Governor de Anza de-feated the Comanche, Cuerno Verde, andmade a treaty to stop the raids.

During the Colonial period, this was aclosed world with little outside contact. Spainand Mexico were too far away and had lostinterest because of the lack of discoveredwealth. The colony was a distinct drain onrevenues with little to show for it. Local lawtook precedent over the Law of the Indies, artwas replaced by crafts, and local custom pre-vailed. Church and state warred constantlyover control of the colony, with the Inquisi-tion being used as a tool to break the powerof the state.

All in all, it was a most hazardous two-hundred-year period for everyone. On theplus side, the Europeans introduced the useof metal tools and weapons. Their livestockmade a big difference in the quality of life.Perhaps more than anything, the introductionof new trees and plants such as grapes, cher-ries, apples, apricots, peaches, nuts, legumes,peas, guavas, wheat, oats, barley and rye in-creased food production in the new world.

If you survived the first two hundredyears, things were bound to get better. By1790, the population of the colony, includingIndians, was thirty thousand. By 1800, therewere 164 acequias in use, and Bernalillo wasknown for its abundant produce, especiallygrapes.

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