Mid Century Photo Friday – Retro Roadtrip to Manitou Springs Colorado

We’re off on another Retro Roadtrip – this time to give some support to the communities around Colorado Springs our moral and financial support after the big wildfires here. So, here’s our Mid-Century Photo Friday – two fantastic Mid-Century Motels in Manitou Springs Colorado. Watch for our reviews next week! Mid-Century Photo Friday Manitou Springs    

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