Blowing into Paonia

A Substack connection turns into a stunning roadtrip

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Sometimes we say “yes” to something without the slightest idea of where it might take us. When

Allegra Huston

, who writes Imaginative Storm, put out an invitation to a writers’ retreat in Colorado, I knew it would be good because I’ve participated in some of her weekly writing sessions. She and her partner Navé offer brilliant prompts and an exceptional, community-building process. If you want to write deeper, Allegra is an amazing guide.

However, I did not expect the magical roadtrip that took me there and back. I’ve tried to capture some of it in this flipbook where you will meet a small, artsy town that stole my heart and travel through miles of the most luscious fall yellow. Plus you’ll get a glimpse of one part of our country’s deep and inspiring history.

A friend of mine always says, “Say “YES! with enthusiasm.” This trip reminded me how powerful that is.

“Cliff Palace” Mesa Verde