Bend, Oregon | Dore Frances

My life in Bend, Oregon – 2005 to 2011

From Bend to Boulder: A Journey of Spirit and Self

On August 1, 2011, I packed my Toyota Solara and left Bend, Oregon, bound for Colorado with my friend Jason. I had shipped a few of my larger belongings to his home, sold the rest, and fit everything I owned into the car.

The road ahead felt full of possibility — I was excited, curious, and maybe a little nervous.

What would life in Colorado be like?

What kind of energy would Boulder hold?

Jason had offered me a place to stay until I got settled, and while I didn’t know how long that might take, I was grateful for the chance to land somewhere soft.

By Dore Frances|April 4th, 2025|Bend, Oregon, Dore Frances, Spirituality, Why Wisdom Is Harder Than You Think|0 Comments

My Life Before Bend, Oregon: A Journey of Change and Growth

Before moving to Bend, Oregon, in 2005, my life was far from empty. I had been living in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho.

In 2003, I left Pacific Grove, California, to move as far away from my former husband. I felt that if I didn’t leave, I would die, one way or another.

Leaving my daughter, who had just graduated high school, was agonizing. I couldn’t tell her what was happening; I didn’t dare. She was living blocks away from me with her dad.

In Idaho, I dedicated countless hours to launching my dream company, Horizon Family Solutions. The work was compelling, cutting-edge, and even fun.

I often spent ten to twelve hours daily in my office, including weekends.

This routine was incredible until it wasn’t. Industry […]

By Dore Frances|August 3rd, 2024|Bend, Oregon, Coeur d'Alene, Idaho., Dore Frances, Why Wisdom Is Harder Than You Think|0 Comments