I like Montrose a lot! But there is a town going toward Ouray and Telluride called Ridgeway that I just love. If I didn't have to work, or could work in a small retail shop and pay the bills, I would park myself in that little town. It has so many amenities-the Ridgeway State Park is beautiful, the town park is the centerpiece of town, and they have a lot of live music because they aren't far from Telluride. The town has feelings of Carbondale where the cool aspect is there without the crowds. I thought I would show a few pictures from my visits to Ridgeway. I went there over Labor Day weekend, and then I went there today just to explore a little more.
Last night in Montrose I went to see a play by the Magic Circle Theater, the community theater company. It was a 1930's murder mystery and totally darling. It wasn't as "professional" as the DTC, but I would rank it high along with the Arvada Center. Who would think that Montrose had the talent? But we do! I am thinking about a season subscription. They are doing "I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change" in the spring and that will be a great show!
A few nights ago there was a double rainbow which I could see outside my front porch! I am hoping that is a good sign.
The only thing about living in a small town that bugs me is that life happens Monday-Friday, 8-5, including my work schedule. I made a special hair appointment for today, Sunday, because this gal doesn't do weekend hours. I showed up, waited 15 minutes and she never showed. She does other things in the community, so her hair business isn't her only mode of revenue. But geez, I wish she actually showed up to my appointment. I am now considering Great Clips of all places. At least they are open.
I did get a new car!! As I was driving to work the other day the clutch on the Jetta went out. Luckily it was by the Conoco so I was able to hang out there. I got it towed to the Subaru dealership and bought a 2014 Subaru Forester. It is a light green color and All Wheel Drive. I LOVE it, though saying goodbye to the Jetta was more emotional than I anticipated. The boys, though, are getting used to jumping in to the back. Chester has been doing it okay, but Stan I basically have to lift up into the back. After 2 days my car is of course filled with dog hair. But they love laying down in the back and Chester doesn't cry like he used to during our drives. I think I will be visiting Petco for a doggie ramp.
Finally, I met a new neighbor! Her name is Katie and she lives "down the road, in the trees" with her husband and dog. They just moved in two weeks ago. They are young, have lived in Montrose for 6 months and just bought this house. We met as I was walking the boys to get the mail and she was driving home. It was a quick chat but I hope to get to know her over the next few months.
Have a great week, everyone! Next weekend I will be in Glenwood with the Pellegrino's. I can't wait to spend some quality time with my bestie, hit the pool and relax. Pictures to come.
XO Mel
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