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I'd like to begin this post by saying that I have a deep love for the Earth. Being outdoors is a type of therapy for me. It is a place where I feel most relaxed and present with myself. You could call me somewhat of an environmentalist as I am constantly thinking about how to lessen my carbon footprint by reducing the materials that I use, reusing the things that I have and recycling the waste. I say all this because it is difficult for me to choose one specific favorite place as I love anywhere that nature is abundant and flourishing. I will however post a photo of the most beautiful place I have seen and been, Leadville, Colorado. I went to Leadville with my boyfriend about a year ago and I fell in love with this place. The air is so clear and the landscape so utterly extraordinary. Naturally the picture does not do the place justice whatsoever, but it is a nice attempt. Below is another picture of the town of Leadville that I found from the town's website.
Leadville, CO
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  1. Laura GibbsAugust 19, 2019 at 1:13 PM

    Oh, this is great: you have a post now, Lindsi! Wonderful! I am glad you were able to get the Google to behave. And I know what you mean about photographs: being able to really capture the spirit of a place in a photograph is not easy... but even so, that is very beautiful! And caring for the environment is a huge theme in mythology and folklore: maybe that is a topic you will want to explore for the class!

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  2. Madeleine PatovistiOctober 16, 2019 at 7:10 AM

    Hi!! I wanted to say that I absolutely love Colorado as well! It was very interesting to read your post and to see what you are trying to do to help out the Earth. It was very inspiring to say the least. What are your favorite places in Colorado? I know that my family used to stay in Breckenridge every spring break for about eight years straight, so I haven't really visited anywhere else!

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