Blythe Roberson's 'America The Beautiful?': Excerpt
Briefly

The I-70 corridor between Denver and Cisco, Utah, is regarded as one of the most scenic drives in the United States, showcasing mountains and the Colorado River. A trip along this route can evoke feelings of isolation, especially when traveling solo. The narrative includes Eileen, who was inspired to visit ghost towns after a chance conversation during a flight to Canyonlands National Park. Eileen's friends help to reconstruct a ghost town, showing a sense of community and purpose amid a desolate landscape.
The stretch of I-70 between Denver and Cisco, Utah, is known for its stunning scenery, climbing mountains and following the edge of the Colorado River.
Eileen, a key figure in the ghost town project, began exploring the idea of visiting ghost towns after a chance conversation on a flight to Canyonlands National Park.
While driving I-70, feelings of loneliness contrasted with the beauty of the landscape, especially when traveling alone at high speeds.
The characters involved in the ghost town project, including Eileen, are depicted as actively engaged in creating something meaningful in an abandoned setting.
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