You might have seen the old Quemado motel building on your way into town: to say it was a bit “rundown” was a bit of an understatement. Still, it was home to one old gentleman, who recently relocated to a much nicer house where he can live out his twilight years in peace and dignity.
After our very own Kelly Gatlin took some pics, the owner of the property, Tommy Padilla—who also has the Rito Quemado convenience store next door—cleaned it up and took it down to create a proper parking area.
A little bit of progress is a good thing, especially when everyone comes out on top!
Images courtesy of Kelly Gatlin/La Luz Photography