Tag: Travel
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Former tourists grateful to be locals
For the past several years, my wife, Kari, and I have come to Jefferson County to soak at Boulder Hot Springs Inn, Spa and Retreat Center. We’ve celebrated birthdays and anniversaries here. The water and the intimate nature of the place – which emphasizes healing and recovery – attracted us to the rustic, historic refuge.…
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Magic waters: Hot springs are magnificent for both humans and wildlife
When my wife, Kari, stepped into the natural, 94-degree pool at Days Inn Thermopolis last Labor Day weekend, she was overcome with euphoria. She smiled and let out a big sigh. Completely captivated, she became one with the water. Such is the salvation in the hot springs of Wyoming. Upon dipping in, your sorrows and…
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“Inner City Blues” experienced firsthand by rural reporter
“Hey, call the cops. I’ve just been shot,” the man said. He walked slow, appearing tired, worn and shocked. Had he been shot? The man held his arm and walked haltingly and uncomfortably to the nearest seat in the lobby of the Cincinnati Greyhound Station. I was there waiting to board a bus to Asheville,…
