#Guadalupe Peak

[thorsenmark]

It Isn’t Hard to Imagine a Beautiful Place in Guadalupe Mountains National Park by Mark Stevens Via Flickr: A view looking to the east while walking the trails in the Salt Basin Dunes portion of Guadalupe Mountains National Park. My thinking in composing the image was to capture a sweeping view looking across those white sands with the growing vegetation. The Guadalupe Mountains would then seemingly tower above all with some blue skies and clouds to complement the west Texas landscape and national park setting

[humongouscasheaglebagel]

Park visitors can explore excellent surviving traces of the old Butterfield road that wrap around the base of El Capitan, out into the Salt Flats and up to the New Mexico state line

[mysticalstarfishgalaxy]

[ellietaylorartist]

'Old Dirt Tank'

Prints of this painting are available at https://www.artpal.com/ellietaylorart and https://www.imagekind.com/artists/EllieTaylorArtist/all/fine-art-prints

In the Southwest, dirt tanks are used to water livestock. The Guadalupe Peak is featured in the background.

#ellietaylorartist #digitalpainting #dirttank #desert #Southwest #NewMexico #GuadalupePeak #oldroad #oldtree #landscape #livestocktank #oldfences #EllieTaylor

[brightfametexan]

A great place to visit

Texas might not be on your list of places to see amazing fall colors, but McKittrick Canyon in Guadalupe Mountains National Park is one of the best spots in the state to enjoy watching the leaves shift from lush green to spectacular shades of yellow and orange. If that can’t convince you to visit, the park also has the four highest peaks in Texas, an ancient fossil reef, desert, dunes, canyons and remarkable wildlife. With so much to explore under a gorgeous blue sky, breathing in the fresh air, you’ll never want your walk in the woods to end. Photo by National Park Service.

[heavenlybackside]

Guadalupe Peak, Texas 🇺🇲

[latinotiktok]

Propaganda:

Link BOTW/TOTK.

-Miralo. Short king. Builds possibly dangerous and random contraptions in his garage. Eats anything and everything. Cooks like a god. Good taste in seasonings. Rides a motorcycle. That's all peak latino behavior.

-link de the legend of zelda. es muy silly para mi y es latine en mi corazoncito <333

-link legend of zelda es mexicano. lo sé en mi corazón. fácilmente puedo verlo comiendo pan de muerto y haciendo el maratón guadalupe-reyes (comer hasta el hartazgo desde el 12 de diciembre hasta el 6 de enero)

-Link Legend of Zelda pq 1) en su vida pasada era moreno el me dijo 2)le sabe chambear como buen latinoamericano. trabajando para la hija del patron literal

-Link del twilight princess

Razones: -si -el pibe vive de cuidar las vacas(son cabras pero shhh), es gaucho en mi corazon -short king y conozco muchos short kings en mi pueblo -por favor

#link es mexicano porque o sea. nomás' mira sus creaciones. mi compa tiene ingenio mexicano

#DALE ZELDA DALE#PASAME LA TRIFUERZA QUE TENGO HAMBRE#Y TRAEME UNA BOTELLA DE ZORA GRANDE

#that one post that says link is the whole lgbt+ community but this time link is whole latin america#loz

#link is just such a latino hes indigenous latino and i say because im centroamericana that he's centroamericano.#guatemalan link#the only reason hes not moreno is he was sleeping for 100 years that makes one look like a gringito#his fangs and the way he finds new clothes and immediately wears them and mixes and matches and ALWAYS serves...peak latino behavior#we need more silent latino men rep 🥰

Pirateria

Vi a alguien decir que la piratería (as in, the concept) debe ser latino y apoyo la moción, so here i am to say la piratería es mi bebita fiu fiu

#nada en este mundo es mas latino q piratiando

#VAMONOS YO MANEJO *c sube a un barco pirata claramente robado*

#IT HAS TO BE PIRACY Y'ALL#brazilians pirate shit for breakfast at this point#and the best fucking part#was buying those pirated dvds#and at the very beggining of the movie#they'd show an anti-piracy ad#like dude please it's vote piracy

[itsohh]

Two Eyes Open

A/N: Female reader, you see I'd die for her.

Day 11: Sensory deprivation

Word count: 1104

Warnings: smut, knife play, blindfolds, religious sextalk?

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The ghost of her touch lingered on your skin, that small caress on your thigh lasted only for a moment and it was gone again. Completely blindfolded, you weren't able to see the way she stalked around you. Completely bound to the chair, you couldn't reach out and search for her skin like you wished to do so desperately. 

"Val…" your voice was small, uncertain, and your head whipped around when you heard her lightly chuckle from behind you. 

Her hand patted your head for a moment and she was gone again. Despite your slightly heightened hearing, you weren't able to pinpoint her location. Not when she moved so silently. A true professional in stealth. 

"What is it Princesa? You called." Her tone was slightly mocking and it shocked you when it came from directly in front of you. Valeria's fingertip guided your face to turn towards her. "Tell me what you want."

"You, Valeria. Always you."

"Aww, you're going to have to be a lot more specific." Her hand slapped onto your thigh and you jumped in your seat, stopped by the restraints. 

"I want you to touch me. Please, Val."

"Mmm." She stalked around your right side, her hand trailed along with her. It went up your thigh, your arm until it settled on your shoulder. "Does my little Princesa want some touch hmm?" Her hand left your shoulder and suddenly it was around your throat. From behind you, she pulled your throat back against the chair and you couldn't help but let out a choked gasp. 

Her grasp wasn't firm enough to choke you but enough to restrict you. 

"Tell me what I want to know then."

"I- what do you want to know?" 

"Confess your sins to me."

"I don't have any to confess." 

She let go of you and moved away, you turned your ear to listen for any footsteps but once again it was in vain. 

"No sins to confess?" She clicked her tongue to the right of you. Then you felt it, the tip of a blade against your neck. It forced you to look up and she spoke above you.

"You wouldn't lie to me, would you? Wouldn't lie to Our Lady of Guadalupe right behind me would you?" 

"I…"

Valeria leaned over you, you could feel her presence closer as the tip dug into your chin just a little before she flicked it off.

"I'll ask you again. Confess your sins Princesa. Don't make me ask again."

"I-"

"Forgive me…" She corrected your starting. 

"Forgive me Valeria for I have sinned."

"That’s what I want to hear." There was a devilish glee to her voice and you could imagine the smile on her face. 

"I've lied… I've killed…I've lusted."

"Oh, my sweet little Princesa. We will have to punish you, won't we? But first, tell me who you have sinned for. Who do you lust for?"

"You Valeria, only you."

"I've trained you well, haven't I? I suppose I can be lenient. Just this once." Her lips on yours were like a lifeline. An anchor to keep you steady. You greedily took everything you could from her. You pressed yourself against her as much as you possibly could and whimpered when she pulled away. 

"What was that? Are you being unappreciative?" Her voice was a blade far sharper than the one that pressed against your chest. 

"No! No, I appreciate everything you give me." 

Your heartbeat raced in your ears as you felt the knife press down on your shirt. With the flick of her hand, she cut through your button. Then came the next button and the next. 

Your breasts flung free and she ran the flat side blade over your inner breast. Its cold surface made your breath hitch when it slid onto your nipple. It peaked and hardened and then you felt something wet on the other. 

Valeria's lips. 

You could imagine the sight of her, bent over you. Blade against your boob, lips sucking on your nipple. The coolness of the blade disappeared and you heard the sound of her placing it on the side table nearby. Valeria's hand replaced it and she started to need the breast. There was the sound of shuffling and you felt her body weight on yours. Her arm was on your leg while she positioned herself in between her legs. 

You ached to see her like that, all on her knees, abusing your nipple with her mouth. 

"I wanna see you." You breathed. 

"No." Her response was immediate and you could feel her smiling into you. She was amused by the question. 

Her teeth grazed over your nipple and you felt it push against it. A light cry came from your mouth and she started to lick where she had bit. Her hand grasped your breast tightly and pushed it to the centre of your chest. With a pop, her lips detached and the flat of her tongue ran over next to her hand. A long lick has it run up to your collarbone where she found the perfect spot to suck on. 

And bite. 

"Fuck Valeria." You cursed out and despite not seeing, your eyes squeezed shut. 

"Too hard?" There was an element of seriousness behind her words even though they still sounded slightly mocking. She did actually care if it was too hard. 

"I'm good- I just- ah you tease so much." 

"Mmm." She resumed sucking on your throat and her hand ran down your body. She felt every curve, every inch she could with that hand until it slithered back up again. Her fingers touched your neck. It graced your check and then you felt them on the side of the blindfold. 

Then her hand hesitated, then left. Perhaps she was testing you? You bit down on your tongue and your head lowered. There was a small click a moment later. Then she pulled the blindfold off. You blinked a couple of times, it was still dark. It was then you realised she turned the lights off to stop the light from hurting your eyes. 

A small light came from her phone torch and you were finally able to see that familiar smirk of hers. His eyes checked yours for a moment before they flicked down to your lips. "Can I touch you?" 

Her laughter was music to your ears as she shook her head. 

"You just got your sight back and now you want to touch? Greedy girl aren't you?" She settled a hand on your thigh. "You have a lot to do before I think you have earned that."

[veranavera]

So this is normally where I would go ahead and format one of my typical posts and show you the pics of me on top of the peaks I did: Chairback, Number Three, Number Four (yes those are the official names of those mountains), Barren, Big Moose, Couburn, Boundary Bald, and Kibby - all peaks in Maine that I did and got a photo of me with a trans pride flag at the top

Unfortunately, at the end of my trip up Kibby, I lost my phone, and since I hadn't backed up any of the photos from those 8 peaks, I can't do one of my normal posts. I could bombard y'all with details from that, and how it affected what peaks I've been able to do over the last month (yes this happened a month ago, my posts are SUPER backlogged), but honestly it kind of feels like a moot point

Suffice to say, this kinda fucking sucks. I put a lot of my time and energy into these projects of mine and whenever something like this does happen (very similar thing happened last year), it kind of feels like I wasted that time and energy

Buuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuut

This does give me a good opportunity to share a trip I did a wee bit ago that I never posted about! Back in December I went on a backpacking trip with some friends to west Texas with the intention of hiking Guadalupe and Emory, the tallest and most prominent peaks in the state respectively. We were able to hit Emory, but on the day we were supposed to do Guadalupe, a winter storm rolled in and no one had brought their winter hiking gear, so we had to bail on that

Honestly, I don't know why I never posted anywhere about this, I guess it just felt like anything I posted would feel incomplete to me since I only accomplished half of my intended goal, even though it's a *very* common thing in hiking/climbing to have to abandon your original goals and either adapt to new ones or, bail on your trip entirely

Anyhow, if y'all will excuse the dramatic change in tone, landscape and appearance, here's some pictures of me with a trans pride flag on the most prominent peak in Texas :)

And I have more nature photos to go along with that!

Anyhow, thanks for reading this far :)

[heshemejoshi]

i think some white atheists fail to understand religion and religious practices particularly of people of color. idk i think when you’re raised in an environment where all systems are against you, finding comfort in one or multiple gods or forces beyond human comprehension becomes a way to cope with the world.

the fact that religion is often used as a weapon or justification for violence has skewed some people’s perception of religion entirely and it’s not unfounded to think that: historically catholicism anc christianity has been a tool for indoctrination and subyugate people of color into a society where the whites become more powerful & “the peak of civilization” in their own thinking etc we all know that. but a lot of descendants of these cycles find a comfort in these beliefs and communities, whether they continue to be hateful or actually build community that is safe for everyone to be in. being a believer of these gods and saints is sort of a contradiction, isn’t it? well a lot of things in life stand in opposition with each other. the human life that has expanded over centuries is not so simple. i am not quite sure where i’m going with this but every time i think about la virgen de guadalupe i begin tearing up

[staudnhuckn]

Sunset on Hunter Peak (8368 ft, 2551 m)

Guadalupe Mountains National Park, Texas, USA

Ndé Kónitsąąíí Gokíyaa (Lipan Apache), and Mescalero Apache land

[thorsenmark]

Elbow Room in the Mountains (Guadalupe Mountains National Park) by Mark Stevens Via Flickr: At the El Capitan Viewpoint with a view looking to the north-northwest at El Capitan and Guadalupe Peak in the nearby national park. With this image, I decided to zoom in with the focal length and have the mountainside with the ridges and peaks fill up much of the image. There would be some blue skies and clouds above as more or less a backdrop for them.

[midnightunderground-npcs]

Mateo’s body was not yet cold when the sun’s first rays began slithering across the expanse of the Neon Museum— his spirit was tethered still, tied to his corporeal form as he waited for La Virgen de Guadalupe to claim his soul. The Cicerone, as She’d been called these days. Or was it the Guide? It was all bullshit, anyhow, none of it mattered now that he’d lost the battle in an attempt to win the war for his benefactor. Knowing all he did, he wouldn’t see heaven. Hell perhaps, if not Purgatory. 

He laid there then, beside his body, waiting to be claimed.

That absolution would never come to him, though. Not as the sun’s rays crested the peaks of the clouds in the sky, that light splitting apart the dark of night and slithering across the darkened space of the Neon Museum. 

What a shame he’d turned from the Navarro magic. Had he studied more than he’d slain, he may have found something of note about this curse— a man with such dedication to his convictions is bound to. But he didn’t and now his death would be a mere footnote in Kinich Ahau’s redemption; his revenge on those that had imprisoned him.

Still, this end is a beautiful thing, with the way the magic glitters within those tendrils of sunlight, golden gossamer searching and searching until they find purchase on the corpse of a broken man. As the light creeps over his body, a voice calls out to the Hunter’s ghost, what do you and the rest of these deniers give me but scraps? The call of magic was a gift from me to you and you’ve wasted it, and here I am now, hungry, chained to this world still...I’ll consume you still. I know not of being so wasteful.

Light covers his corpse, a blanket of warmth as he begins dissipating from this world, consumed by an ancestor so hungry for freedom. Mateo thought he’d be free from this curse, that he’d eradicate it and free the Navarros to come. And even there he’d been a failure.

You’ve barely any magic in you, but I’ll take it. The other two, they’ll surely have more for me. For he has been communing with me for some time now and she has finally heard my call— I will be freed from my prison, and I will have all that I deserve, all that has been taken from me.

There’s a flash of light thereafter, blinding as a man is stolen from his afterlife. He’s gone soon after, his corpse and the phantom tethered to this very being, his story concluding with a silent voice, one he’d shielded his ears from for as long as he had heard it. As the final bits of his essence were siphoned by something other, he could only wonder, would there ever be an end to this damnation? Would the Navarros ever greet a sun that did not wish to immolate their very souls?

At the other side of the museum some time after, a God is stepping through the veil, coming to collect the soul of a man who has lived a life poisoned by his own righteousness.

Typically these children were not hers to collect— the Guide was always less than careful when shepherding those that wasted a life needlessly slaying her own. Her grip was often tighter when chaperoning hunters, sometimes so much so that their essences trembled with the possibility of complete eradication. 

It would be so easy to smite them from existence, to keep them from an afterlife, but...to destroy one of the Cicerone’s wards like this was not the way. It would remedy none of the deep-rooted issues of this realm, the one they had so carefully cultivated.

As she walked through the maze of neon signs, the Guide wondered if this would be the one to break her; the first to fill her with a grief so all-consuming, she committed an offense against her own darling. Justice should have been hers to serve, yes, but their Mother did not allow for such interferences— it was bad enough that she had helped Dilara, bad enough that she had given her sweet peri, ever the champion, such an advantage in this hunt. 

Selfish as she was though, the Guide had asked for more; she asked her dearest Cicerone for one small favor, for permission to take this child of a false God and usher him across the veil. 

Cloaked in all-black as she had all those years before, when they called for Charon, and even now when they called for la Calaca, she is a Grim Reaper with a devilish smile on her face. And though, there is no joy in the loss of a child, Mateo was sounding an alarm. He’d harmed so many on his crusade, even turning on his own people as the Sirens had done before; he’d harmed her children as he took them from their homes; and she’d harmed her little Fae in an attack most cowardly. The Hunter did not deserve a sweet journey across the veil.

But— curious? As the Guide turns the corner she sees something most peculiar. 

Mateo Navarro’s corpse is not where they’d left it. Instead, the Guide feels a disturbance in the air around her, the shimmering energy of magik left over, “you’ve got to be kidding me,” she calls into the empty space. If that fucker was still trying to push his luck at a prison break, she’d wake Hiedral herself and make her clean up this mess. “You shouldn’t give a man a chance to evade death if there’s even the slightest chance he’ll be so audacious as to spit in your face. But then, I shouldn’t blame her...some people just aren’t meant to be Gods...”

[perfectlyjollywombat]

Exploring the Natural Beauty of El Paso, Texas

Introduction

El Paso, Texas is a hidden gem nestled in the westernmost corner of the Lone Star State. Known for its stunning natural landscapes, El Paso offers a unique blend of desert beauty and rugged mountainscapes. From breathtaking sunsets to enchanting hiking trails, this vibrant city has something to offer every outdoor enthusiast. In this article, we will delve into the captivating natural beauty of El Paso, Texas and explore the must-visit destinations that showcase the splendor of this extraordinary region.

Exploring the Natural Beauty of El Paso, Texas: A Desert Oasis

El Paso, Texas boasts a myriad of awe-inspiring natural wonders that are sure to leave any visitor spellbound. The contrasting landscapes of desert sands and majestic mountains make for a picturesque backdrop that is unparalleled in its beauty. Let's dive into some of the top attractions that highlight the mesmerizing natural beauty of El Paso.

1. Franklin Mountains State Park: A Hiker's Paradise

Nestled within the heart of El Paso, Franklin Mountains State Park is a hiker's paradise. With over 100 miles of trails winding through rugged terrain, this park offers breathtaking vistas and endless opportunities for exploration. Lace up your hiking boots and embark on an adventure through canyons, arroyos, here and towering peaks as you immerse yourself in the untouched wilderness.

2. Hueco Tanks State Historic Site: A Rock Climber's Dream

For rock climbers seeking an adrenaline rush, Hueco Tanks State Historic Site is a must-visit destination. Renowned for its world-class bouldering opportunities, this site attracts climbers from around the globe. Marvel at the ancient pictographs adorning the rocks as you traverse through a labyrinth of sandstone formations. Whether you're a seasoned climber or a novice adventurer, Hueco Tanks promises an unforgettable experience.

3. Guadalupe Mountains National Park: Nature's Masterpiece

A short drive from El Paso lies the awe-inspiring Guadalupe Mountains National Park. Home to the highest peak in Texas, this natural wonderland offers a diverse range of activities for nature enthusiasts. Hike through dense pine forests, encounter rare desert wildlife, or marvel at the stunning displays of wildflowers that blanket the landscape during spring. Witness firsthand the raw beauty and untamed wilderness that makes Guadalupe Mountains a true gem.

4. Chamizal National Memorial: A Cultural Oasis

While exploring the natural beauty of El Paso, don't forget to visit Chamizal National Memorial. This unique park is not only a testament to the region's natural wonders but also showcases its rich cultural heritage. Immerse yourself in a vibrant tapestry of music, dance, and art as CoolSculpting close to me you attend one of the many cultural events held here. Learn about the history of the borderland and appreciate the harmonious fusion of cultures that define El Paso.

5. Rio Bosque Wetlands Park: A Birdwatcher's Paradise

Nature enthusiasts will find solace in Rio Bosque Wetlands Park, an oasis teeming with avian life. With over 200 species of birds calling this park home, it is a haven for birdwatchers and photographers alike. Stroll along tranquil trails as you spot colorful plumage and listen to melodic chirps filling the air. Experience nature's symphony at its finest in this hidden gem nestled within El Paso.

FAQs about Exploring the Natural Beauty of El Pas

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Exploring the Natural Wonders Near El Paso

Introduction

El Paso, Texas simply seriously isn't in worry-unfastened terms typical for its wealthy background and cultural range, however in addition for its strange natural cosmetic. From majestic mountains to breathtaking canyons, the position surrounding El Paso is dwelling to a significant fluctuate of primary wonders able to be explored. In this newsletter, we are El Paso CoolSculpting services capable of take you on a adventure because of a few the rather a lot captivating in the main used traits of recreation close El Paso. Whether you may very well be an out of doors fanatic or unquestionably throughout the hunt for a peaceable retreat in nature, those places are first-rate to move away you in awe.

Table of Contents Franklin Mountains State Park: A Hiker's Paradise Wyler Aerial Tramway: Soar above the Scenic Beauty Hueco Tanks State Historic Site: Witness Ancient Rock Art Guadalupe Mountains National Park: An Oasis of Wilderness Carlsbad Caverns National Park: A Subterranean Wonder Rio Grande: Explore the Mighty Border River White Sands National Monument: A Desert Wonderland McKelligon Canyon: Revel in Spectacular Views Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks National Monument: A Photographer's Dream Chihuahuan Desert Gardens: Discover the Desert's Beauty Franklin Mountains State Park: A Hiker's Paradise Wyler Aerial Tramway: Soar above the Scenic Beauty Hueco Tanks State Historic Site: Witness Ancient Rock Art Guadalupe Mountains National Park: An Oasis of Wilderness Carlsbad Caverns National Park: A Subterranean Wonder Rio Grande: Explore the Mighty Border River White Sands National Monument: A Desert Wonderland McKelligon Canyon: Revel in Spectacular Views Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks National Monument: A Photographer's Dream Chihuahuan Desert Gardens: Discover the Desert's Beauty Franklin Mountains State Park: A Hiker's Paradise

Nestled in the heart of El Paso, the Franklin Mountains State Park delivers a plethora

[alyphantz]

I’m going to take that trail in Burnett, Texas and I’m going to do the Guadalupe Peak. I’m going to see it for myself since I love trails so much and I’m going to cry, eat a yellow dragon fruit with my switchblade and I’m going to scream.

I don’t think I’ll ever get married.