Michael is from Ramsgate England, born abroad of an American father who was in the US Air Force. Michael (a US Navy Veteran) was the City Coordinator and Manager of the world renowned "NM Veterans Memorial Park and Visitor's Center" in Albuquerque NM. A 26-acre Park with a Museum, Library and 100s of Veteran related Monuments. Retired as of January 2025 and fulltime property manager, of the Casitas' site.
Bernie was born in Roswell New Mexico and has lived here most of her adult life.
Bernie's father was also in the US Air Force, and she traveled to multiple exotic destinations like; Guam, Philippines and Europe while growing up. Currently Bernie works for a Non-Profit Organization as a Loan Representative helping students with their education. She is planning on retiring within the next year.
Together they live in the main house, (which is separate from the Casita) manage and maintain the "Southwest Casita Escape" property.