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We are back in that mostly deserted town again, I am fascinated with this place. It is so far from anything, I am perplexed at how the remaining inhabitants can live there, there is nothing here.
Here are a few more pics of the dwellings. Wood seems to last forever in this high desert country.
I have returned to civilization and am closing this series, hope you enjoyed it.
"Say good night Gracie"
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Good night Gracie
Did you find any treasures in your travels, besides these fixer uppers?
I did not get a chance to go metal detecting much, I guess my photos are my treasures this trip.
LOL walksoftly:), love this posting:)
Thank you very much for the kind words and the love BELLIN68 & walksoftly.
great image AGAIN packrat! kinda looks like the depot for the Boraxo mule teem
anytime packrat_place:)
Glad you're back safe and sound, and that you have a marvelous time!
Thank you very much for the kind words miKKoChristmas11 & eye4beauty.
Thank you mikielikesigns2, officialfuel, trgrubaugh, kerry10456 & vintagemad.
I really had a blast on this trip and saw some amazing things in this desolate country.
Thank you everybody and I am glad you enjoyed the pics.
Thank you very much stonesfan1
Thank you very much mrmajestic1 & MMM