I visited Devil’s Backbone last summer with my siblings. We almost missed the opportunity and I’m thankful we made the trip. What a wonderful surprise to come across Jay’s post. I felt instantly connected to the memories I cherish of Colorado. If you don’t follow Jay’s poetry you should, I believe. I’ve found he has a great sense of humor, which he rarely shows. I did the hard part. I forced him to talk to me and what I’ve found is he’s just the man I expected. Humble, yet, oh so ornery, I’ve found. Smiles. He’s a true poet. He’s survived a living hell and is here to show us we can learn to smile again. Please do me a favor and stop by Poet NbJ and follow his blog. Poke on him a bit. He deserves it. I’ve found authentic people are the easiest ones to support. He’s one of the good guys and tonight his photo comforts me.
Oldest Daughter & Red Headed Sister 
Hey Aud, not sure what I missed since I was away ~ your work is still a special and incredible as ever. Wishing you a wonderful week.
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i find it useful to have
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wishing you joy in your heart 🙂
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I may just do that, David. A splendid idea. Thank you so much.
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Nice one.
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Thanks, John
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I’ve never been to Colorado — what beautiful scenery! Thanks for the recommendation for another poet, Audrey.
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Oh, Debbie, you should make the trip. I’d force you to if I were a little closer to you. You’re welcome 🙂
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Jay is the best- you are on point Audrey and your words for him are so moving and exactly the reason why I love this place.
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Yes, he is, SG. Aw. Thank you..
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Very humbled… Thank you so much. Ornery? That’s a gooder one! Glad this offering brought back better memories
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Yes, ornery, for sure. I’d have you no other way, Poet. Still using gooder, I see. *laughs* Things will never change.
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I pondered using butter,
but you’re not toast
Considered using perhaps
but nothing would rhyme
with boast
*chuckles* I am glad you said that things shall never change. I sure as hell won’t *smirks*
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Ever the poet, Poet. Thanks for the smiles.
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Love his work! And yours! ❤️
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I’m glad you follow him, G. He’s great, right?! Thank you xx
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Absolutely! 😊
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