RUTHIE BALLEN
Ruthie, as most of us in Mountainair call her, is a very special person in our community. She is loved by all who know her, and she brings a smile to everyone’s face. Most people do not realize that is she is an artist. Wow! We are all in for a surprise!
Tiny in stature, Ruthie is iconic in Mountainair. Everyone knows her. Her vibrant outfits, from shoes to hand adorned hats, worn daily because every day is a special occasion, make it easy to pick her out in a crowd. Her personality is equally colorful, spreading joy and laughter wherever she goes. “What’s the point of anything else?” she queries if someone asks why she is always so happy.
