We are back in Colorado after our almost 6 month journey to find our new location; we have been here for a couple of weeks, getting settled in and focusing on healing. In a little while, we will start packing up and making our arrangements to get back to California.
But in the mean time, we really want to enjoy the rugged and pristine beauty of the San Luis Valley here in south-central Colorado. It is a little known gem that has yet to be discovered by the mainstream for its amazing resources. Skiing at Wolf Creek Resort is 45 minutes away. We have sunshine over 300 days a year. There is organic farming and ranching, and a thriving arts community. There is clean, artesian water and pure air to breathe. Alternative energy abounds in solar and wind farms. There are very forward thinking, super cool people here. In fact, one of the world’s most revered spiritual places is here in our majestic valley in Crestone.
The Indians that lived in this valley for generations called it a holy land; the San Luis Lakes were considered to be the emergence place, or the center of the universe, and Mount Blanca was the home of the Thunder Beings, perhaps a nod to the many UFO sightings this mysterious valley boasts.
Many people have second homes here; summer is an ideal time to get away from the hot cities, as here it only gets up to a mild 80 degrees. With property as inexpensive as it is here, it is easy to get a nice spread to have as a second home or one to retire to. Hunters and fishermen flock to the valley for the outstanding wildlife opportunities and the mighty Rio Grande, whose sparkling headwaters are 30 minutes from my house. Others love to come up in the winter to access the excellent skiing. We cut our own Christmas tree from up the road in the national forest, where we hike in the summer to load up on geodes and crystals. If you love the outdoors, this is definitely a place to come experience.
The San Luis Valley will always hold a special place in my heart.
