History of Albuquerque Mayors

What it is: Short biographical history of Albuquerque Mayors with photos. Inspired by my time working at the City of Albuquerque.

Themes: Western expansion, cronyism

Excerpt: “But do you find the Mexican trustworthy? Yes sir, there is one thing about the Mexican, as a rule; as a rule, he will pay his bills.” Charles F. Myers, Mayor of Albuquerque 1902-1903 from testimony given to Congress, 1902

I need: An illustrator

Tierra Amarilla translation

What it is: English translation of the book Tierra Amarilla, by Sabine Ulibarri.

Themes: New Mexican Spanish

Excerpt: “He was white. White like forgetting. He was free. Free like joy.”

I need: To talk to the press.

Estimados Amigos

What it is: Collection of letters by Ray Alderete, my father with recorded portion, him doing storytelling. Monthly sending of story with audio.

Excerpt: “I don’t know? I keep telling myself, I live in the age of miracles and dreams! Miracles and dreams? Maybe I need to make myself some.”

I need: To find and scan all pages of the stores.

Columbia B Sides

What it is: Retelling of my experience getting an MFA in poetry at Columbia University through poetry, photo and first person telling.

Themes: Bottom of the pit, Ivy League

I need: To put the pieces in order. Slog!