I love the old houses that line our downtown streets and have always wanted to tour one. When I heard about the Salvation Army Home tour I knew my chance had come.
My neighbor and I toured five historic homes yesterday. The homes have been beautifully restored and lovingly maintained. Most were decorated for Christmas.
Several homes featured a "sleeping porch", a common feature at the turn of the centry when Colorado Springs and Manitou Springs were popular spa/resort areas for those diganosed with tuberculosis.
One home had been converted into six apartments after World War II when the housing market was tight. The home was restored to a single family dwelling by an owner in the 1990's.
As I walked through each of these homes I tried to imagine the families that had lived there. I pictured children laughing and playing in bedrooms and adults gathering in the living areas talking about the latest news.
This home tour was well worth the $20 ticket and went to a worthy cause. I will definitely attend again next year!
Saturday, November 21
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