Fort Collins, Colorado

This is our neighbor at Sunbonnet Farms near Fort Collins, CO.

And this is the traffic jam.

We did our second Harvest Host stay.   Pam and her poodle Magan greeted as we drove in.

After we were settled, Pam took us to meet the other residents, the chickens who supplied our breakfast

 and the rescue donkeys for whom she provides a safe and welcoming home.  Longhopes Donkey Shelter knows her weakness for the most needy of their donkeys.  She first agreed to provide a place for one donkey but her heart led her to take four.

 She is a good storyteller and shared the history and background of her animals, such as the dying donkey who fell in love with another donkey.  Both now thrive under her care.

In addition, she is a born travel agent.  She gave directions to Cache de la Poudre River.  The river cuts a spectacular canyon in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains.

Mishawaka, her dinner recommendation, was a lovely spot overlooking the river and with good menu choices.

In the morning, wr picked tomatoes, peppers and squash in Pam’s garden,  

We then went into Fort Collins for a 12K volkswalk along the creek and through Old Town and the University.   This was one of several pianos around Old Town that anyone could sit down and play.

Fort Collins suffered four severe floods in the past decades and signs along our walk told of the high water and how to be safe in case of flood.  There were several statues and plaques honoring the rescue personnel and those who died in the flood..

Pam had given us suggestions for specialty shops to visit in Fort Collins.  Her ideas were excellent and we were proud to resist the temptation they offered.

Sunbonnet’s location at the foot of the Rockies is perfect for relaxing and enjoying the ever-changing sky over the towering mountains.  We were tempted to stay longer and Pam assured us the gate is open for our return.