Thanks for the great pictures. What a wonderful adventure. Congratulations to you!
I've only been to New Mexico once - Santa Fe for a week in March many years ago. Your pictures remind me of the beauty the state has for those who are willing to seek it out.
I ride solo often as I do longer distances than my fellow riders and understand some of what you are saying about being alone. However, I always have my own bed at the end of the day so for sure traveling to unknown parts is even more courageous.