GRIT Newsletter: January 2024

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The January 2024 newsletter of the Sandia Heights Homeowners Association contains various updates and announcements. It includes details about the upcoming annual SHHA meeting in February, where they will review 2023 activities and hold elections. There is also a call for a new editor for the GRIT publication, highlighting the qualifications needed for the role. Additionally, the newsletter features memories from a long-time resident about the early days of the Sandia Heights community, emphasizing the close-knit nature of the neighborhood and past traditions.

A prominent feature in the Sandia Foothills, U-Mound showcases a unique geologic phenomenon with red-and-black "polka-dot" rock formations. The knob, once adorned with a large white "U" painted by UNM students in the 1920s, now stands as a Natural Landmark signifying the region's interesting rock compositions. The area offers stunning vistas and serves as a testament to the geological diversity found in the Sandias, attracting visitors to witness its colorful and erosion-resistant landscape.

In a showcase of local artists, The GRIT magazine features the artistic journeys of residents Okjoo Lee and Patricia, highlighting their passion for pottery and woodturning, respectively. Okjoo seamlessly blends her Korean roots with her American experience through pottery, experimenting with various clays, firing methods, and glazes. Patricia, on the other hand, delves into the intricate craft of woodturning, creating artful pieces and inspiring others through her demonstrations and involvement in the local art community. U-Mound, geology, U-Mound bedrock, Sandia Heights community, SHHA Member Benefits, Korean pottery, woodturning, artistry.

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