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LIFESTYLE LETTER

MAY 2021 PUBLISHER

Matthew Coffel | matt.coffel@lifestylepubs.com EDITORIAL COORDINATOR

A Letter From Your Publisher LADIES, ALL THE LADIES:

Libby Furns | libby.furns@lifestylepubs.com AD DESIGNER

Evan Deuvall L AYO UT DESIGNER

Jayme Emery

Welcome to Arvada Lifestyle's first Women's Issue! In this issue, I feel honored and proud to highlight several amazing women whom I call partners, associates, colleagues, and friends. I have had the privilege to be graced with the presence of so many incredible women over the years. Before I go any further, I want to say thank you. Thank you especially to the woman who made this all possible: my mom.

Mom, you have given me a life that too often I took for granted. I am sorry for all the hassle over the years. Not the liver and onion thing, but the rest :) Every day I strive to make you more proud than the day before. I love you.

And to my wife. You have given me more than I ever knew was possible. You could do better, but I'm glad you settled for me.

To all the ladies out there... We see you! We appreciate you! We could not do it without you!

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INSIDE THE ISSUE MAY 2021

FEATURES 08 Lady Bosses Arvada’s Fiercest Females

16 Baba Ganoush 24 Snowdrops & Sage Lee Duhl’s Unmatched Talent

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30 Executive Chef Sarah Cloyd Our Hometown Kitchen Hero

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ALICIA HEYDARI OWNER OF SALON ROYA, 8580 RALSTON RD I like bathing in the sun with a good book.

I love creating a place where females come together to empower each other.

I loathe judgment of others, and bad drivers.

I wish humans could recognize their own power instead of constantly giving it away.

I wonder when the aliens will show their faces.

I regret not living in every present moment.

I feel full of love and gratitude for this life.

I believe mother nature heals all.

I appreciate my family and team.

I admire those who show up as their most authentic selves.

I am a sovereign, powerful being, and so are you!

My favorite beverage is kangen water!

The perfect day includes soaking up the sun in mother nature, surrounded by loved ones.

A habit worth keeping is journaling and moving your body.

My best dating advice is to love yourself first. If your cup isn’t overflowing, you can’t fully show up and be in a sustainable partnership.

My favorite woman in the spotlight is Betty White.

I love her sense of humor and her work.

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lady bosses

AMY ERICKSON OWNER OF A&B AUTO REPAIR, 5509 MARSHALL STREET I like to cook all different kinds of food.

I love going to see live music.

I loathe laundry of every kind.

I wish I could play an instrument.

I wonder how different the world will look in 10 years.

I regret really nothing, as everything that has happened to me has taken me to where I am today.

I feel excited for things to start to get back to normal again.

I believe in treating people how you wish to be treated (something I tell my kids daily).

I appreciate great food!

I admire my parents for always being there for me.

I am thankful for where life has taken me so far.

My favorite beverage is tea! All kinds!

The perfect day includes spending the day playing in the mountains with my family.

A habit worth keeping is telling your family you love them, every day.

My best dating advice is to always be honest.

My favorite woman in the spotlight is Amy Schumer. She’s so funny and has great messages on body positivity.

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LOCAL LIMELIGHT (CONTINUED)

K AT I E L O R S B A C H OWNER/AGENT WITH COUNTRY FINANCIAL, 7804 RALSTON ROAD I like food!

I love my family, my clients and this community!

I loathe not being able to visit family during the pandemic.

I wish everyone had the difficult conversations around life insurance and retirement.

I regret not moving to Colorado sooner.

I believe #thefutureisfemale and women leaders and entrepreneurs are the future!

I appreciate all of my clients who trust me - it means the world to me!

I admire all the first responders who work long hours to keep our families and communities safe.

I am a wife and dog mom.

My favorite beverage is red wine or a good cocktail that includes bourbon or tequila!

The perfect day includes my three boys, my husband Aidan, and my two dogs.

A habit worth keeping is one that results in self-care and positivity.

My best dating advice is to marry your best friend! Life is a wonderful adventure and journey, so it’s important to pick someone you want to do all the things with!

My favorite woman in the spotlight is Tricia Griffith, CEO of Progressive Insurance. Only 7.4% of all the CEOs in the Fortune 500 are female, and she is one of them.

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S U S A N WA S S CO-OWNER OF FIVE PARKS ANIMAL HOSPITAL, 13777 WEST 85TH DRIVE I like picking fresh, healthy ingredients to cook for the people I love.

I love my husband, my parents, our 19 year-old cat Dexter, travel, chocolate-covered strawberries, hiking, and hot yoga.

I loathe bugs and soggy food.

I wish my elderly parents would live forever.

I regret not being able to finish my novel and hope to revisit writing it someday.

I feel strongly that I employ the most talented and caring veterinary professionals in the industry.

I believe in forgiveness and second chances.

I appreciate how hard my husband works at his job.

I admire my business partner for her work ethic and attention to detail.

I am forever grateful that my best friend kicked cancer’s ass this year.

My favorite beverage is coffee with sweet cream - reminds me of lounging on the couch with my husband and family, telling stories and chatting.

The perfect day includes a hike.

Habits worth keeping are mindfulness and meditation.

My best dating advice is to exude patience and honor yourself during the process.

My favorite woman in the spotlight is Kerry Walsh, AVP professional beach volleyball player. I played competitive volleyball all my life and I admire her athleticism, discipline, and poise.

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LOCAL LIMELIGHT (CONTINUED)

MALLORY RICHERS OWNER OF DESIGN DEI CAPELLI, 7905 RALSTON RD #106 I like making people beautiful.

I love to teach people my craft.

I loathe those who do not empower others.

I wish I could travel to every country (and I’m going to).

I regret nothing - give me all the experiences!

I feel fabulous!

I believe that dreams are actually goals if you work towards them.

I appreciate my team.

I am a stylist, a teacher, and a mother.

My favorite beverage is Spark because it gives me energy (as if I need any more of that lol).

The perfect day off includes me at the beach with an adult beverage and a cabana boy.

A habit worth keeping is giving gratitude. Every. Single. Day. My best dating advice is do not commit; just have lovers.

My favorite woman in the spotlight is Anna Wintour,

JENNIFER HESS OWNER OF URBAN EXTERIORS, 2500 YOUNGFIELD ST #2 I like vacations.

I love my family.

I loathe not having chocolate on hand.

I wish for a cure for type 1 diabetes.

I feel full while engaging in the design process and helping people design their dream decks and dream kitchens.

I believe that everyone is truly nice.

I appreciate a good cup of coffee.

I admire my husband.

I am strong.

My favorite beverage is sparkling water.

The perfect day includes waking up on vacation and spending the entire day with my family on the beach.

A habit worth keeping is exercise! It makes you feel better, eat cleaner, and enjoy your day with less stress.

My best dating advice is to watch how a man treats a server. If he is a jerk, then you don’t want to be with him.

My favorite woman is Michelle Obama. She has steadily defied expectations and is a powerful advocate for women and girls all over the world.

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DIRECTIONS 01 Use a fork to poke lots of holes in the eggplants and place on a baking sheet. Roast at 400 degrees until the skin is blistered and the eggplant is soft - approximately 45 minutes.

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02 Place the garlic cloves in a small pot with the olive oil, and gently cook until the garlic is golden brown and tender. Cool the oil and garlic completely; you will use both in the next step.

03 Remove the flesh of the eggplant from the skins, and put the flesh in a food processor. Add the remaining ingredients, and blend until totally smooth.

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“Spend ti me w ith you - ta ke you rsel f to d i n ner, buy you rsel f a d r i n k, enjoy a solo h i ke or vacay. Ta ke ti me to hea r you r voice, opi n ion, a nd energy the loudest.”

HELLO, ARVADA! I’m so excited to finally introduce myself!

I am in real estate full time, a lover of (almost) all exercise, and your Social Media Director! My ideal weekend includes a long run and/or scenic hike, sleeping in, lots of cooking for the week ahead, and splurging on some Fire On The Mountain wings or checking out somewhere new. I enjoy all things creative, but it broke my heart not to attend any sporting events last year (ahh, the smell of a tailgate). I was born & raised in Indiana, graduated college in Florida, but Colorado is hands down, my favorite place I’ve ever lived. Here’s what I have learned, along the way, about the importance of female empowerment.

20 EMPOWERING MOVES TO MAKE AS A WOMAN 1. Don’t wait for a partner to make your dreams come true - buy a house, a dog, that trip to Paris, whatever your heart aches for!

2. Unapologetically express your feelings and emotions because guess what… we all have them, we’re all human after all…

3. Buy yourself flowers. If you’re anything like me, you’re going to end up perpetually disappointed waiting around for someone to buy you the amount of flowers you wish for.

4. Spend time with you - take yourself to dinner, buy yourself a drink, enjoy a solo hike or vacay. Take time to hear YOUR voice, opinion, and energy the loudest.

5. Fulfill all your curiosities or prepare for them to eat you alive.

6. Sit with your strengths and weaknesses so that you can supportively sit alongside another person’s strengths and weaknesses.

And if you can’t sit with it, work on it!

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JODY’S WORLD (CONTINUED)

7. Imperfections are endearing, but never stop taking care of yourself.

8. Always make time for extras. No one relationship, job, or hobby should encapsulate you.

9. When you stop trying new things, you stop growing. It’s a short life in a big world. LIVE. 10. When your unhappiness outweighs your fear, courage is born.

11. Patience is a virtue, but don’t be an idiot.

16. I know this seems counteractive, but empower women without hating all men. Treating others how you’d like to be treated is the ultimate goal afterall, right?

17. Aging is a completely natural human process that is BEAUTIFUL. My mom met her soulmate at 46 years old after having 3 kids. Hence the word, s o u l mate.

18. Your gut and intuition are your ultimate guide. Without sound-

12. You can be easy going and understanding without being a doormat.

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people don’t follow this enough and I wholeheartedly believe in it.

you stay at home one weekend. If not, then they’re not real friends.

Your boss somehow makes you feel treated differently because

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15. When all else fails there’s yoga, essential oils, wine, a $2 face mask from Target, and the short lived miracle that is Dry Shampoo.

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SNOWDROPS & SAGE BACK IN THE MID-2000S, FOLLOWING A FAST-PACED AND STRESSFUL CAREER IN OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT, LEE DUHL DECIDED IT WAS TIME TO MAKE A CHANGE. With her husband’s encouragement she stepped away from her corporate job and enrolled in floral design school. She soaked up every bit of the very traditional instruction offered and emerged equipped with a solid understanding of the floral basics, then began to put her own spin on what she had learned. Working from her kitchen table Lee began taking on floral jobs for friends, then small weddings in Lexington, MA where she lived with her husband and son.

In 2008, Lee’s husband was offered an enticing new job in Denver. The family packed up for the cross-country trip and settled in Golden. After getting the lay of the land, Lee re-established her small floral business from the garage at their new home. She became known for her unique design style and high touch, personalized service.

Fast forward to 2021, and Lee is still at it. Over the years she occasionally stepped away from her work with flowers but always returned, constantly expanding upon her understanding of the craft. She now operates Snowdrops & Sage – again from a space in her home – providing a wide variety of personalized

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SNOWDROPS floral services. Her background in operations and marketing has

come in handy as she single-handedly manages all aspects of the company’s operation. Without the costs and challenges of running a brick & mortar enterprise, Lee has the freedom to work actively with her clients to put their vision into form.

Among Snowdrops & Sage’s many offerings are individual and subscription floral deliveries. Lee especially loves surprising people with colorful arrangements to celebrate special occasions. She also enjoys staging flower arranging workshops in private homes, along the lines of “Paint & Sip” parties.

She provides everything needed for hours of floral fun as participants create their own arrangements equipped with tools, containers, live materials and hands-on instruction. At the end of the session, everyone heads home with something bright and lively to enjoy! Floral accents for smaller, more intimate events such as cocktail parties, bridal and baby showers and rehearsal dinners are a specialty. This summer Lee will also be

Owner Lee Duhl

contracting with a number of larger specialty floral companies, assisting with production and installations for mountain weddings and events.

But what Lee enjoys most about what she does is the warm and positive interactions she has with her clients. Unlike the impersonal floral dispatches ordered through wire services or picked up at the grocery store, it’s a nice departure to work with someone who truly loves what she does. Lucky recipients are greeted with a special delivery and a smile. Here are a few especially memorable comments from Lee’s customers: CONTINUED >

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& SAGE HOT SPOT (CONTINUED)

JULIA N. (GENESEE, CO) I love Snowdrops & Sage!! Lee creates unique, thoughtful, gorgeous arrangements. My friends sent me a beautiful bouquet when my Dad passed away last August. It was the nicest of all the flowers I received. You need to stop looking and order now.

You just found the best florist around!

KAY K. (MIAMI, FL) I was looking for a florist in Arvada to have flowers delivered to my cousin over the course of a few months. I live in Florida and can tell you that working with Lee was amazing. I had emails, pictures, phone calls... The personal touch was amazing. The arrangements were so beautiful. I wish I had more people in Colorado to send flowers to! You will receive personally designed arrangements and not what everyone else offers - very unique. I can’t say enough. Thank you, Lee!

KATY (SAN FRANCISCO, CA) Absolutely gorgeous bouquet! Lee was very friendly and went above and beyond confirming the order, sending photos before delivery, confirming dispatch and then delivery! SO lovely to interact with someone human who clearly loves what they do and loves their small business. I particularly loved that the bouquet was seasonal, and the flowers were all freshly purchased!

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KARI D. (ANCHORAGE, AK) Lee at Snowdrops & Sage provided an absolutely

FLOWERS

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relatives. She was very communicative and emailed me with the order confirmation and then again with pictures when they were getting ready to deliver the

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TODD CROSBIE, LIV SOTHEBY’S REAL ESTATE (DENVER, CO) Lee arranged and delivered over 25 arrangements to different homes in the foothills as part of a special marketing promotion. Rave reviews from those who received them! I highly recommend Snowdrops & Sage!

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Executive Chef Sarah Cloyd

SARAH GREW UP IN SELMA, CALIFORNIA IN THE RAISIN CAPITAL OF THE WORLD. When she woke up one day and told her parents she had decided to be a cook, they just chuckled. Sarah herself realized that although formal education would bring her knowledge, the best way to learn how to be a chef would be to immerse herself in as many experiences as possible. And so she set out.

Sarah traveled with her young son, attended college, and worked in various kitchens. Most memorably, she worked at Duecy’s at Bass Lake in California, and then at a saute station with 18 burners, 3 ovens, 2 wok burners, and 2 salamanders...all by herself! At the age of 24, she was promoted to Executive Chef and experienced a ton of firsts: first time writing a menu from scratch, first time training a crew, and first time leading a team. She then made the decision to move back to Colorado and continue to learn the art of cooking at Euclid Hall, Rioja, and Stoic & Genuine.

She is now your Executive Chef at Steuben’s Arvada, and she cannot wait to cook for you!

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Q: WHO INSPIRED YOUR CULINARY SKILLS? A: My grandmothers. My abuela was always cooking

Q: HOW WOULD YOU CHARACTERIZE YOUR CULINARY STYLE?

or feeding. Her kitchen smelled of simmering meats and

A: I am for sure a high-brow/low-brow girl, the shabby

spices, and it was always hard to not peek in the pots or

chic of culinary. I love when fancy techniques and ingre-

sneak a taste while she had her back turned making salsa

dients find their ways into everyday comfort food, or

in the molcajete. She wasn't using recipes or high-level

when everyday comfort finds its way into fine dining.

techniques, but she loved us through food and that has been a big influence on my cooking and my relationships.

She was diligent and direct, and she loved you, but it had nothing to do with the sublime food she put on the

Q: FOR NOVICES IN THE KITCHEN, WHICH 2 INGREDIENTS SHOULD ALWAYS BE ON HAND? A: Nice butter and salt. Any dish can be elevated

table. The food was something all its own.

with these two things!

Q: WHAT'S YOUR FAVORITE THING ABOUT

Q: FOR CRAFTSMEN IN THE KITCHEN,

BEING A CHEF?

WHAT CHALLENGE MAY LEVEL-UP THEIR

A: I love the challenges. I am constantly learning new

SKILLS AND CREATIVITY?

techniques, new flavor combinations, and new ways to

A: Gardening. Nothing will teach you to appreciate

solve problems. The industry is built around people, and

the vegetables that you use, the soil it grows in, and

with every new person comes a new history, experience,

the bugs that make it all happen, better than garden-

and perspective. Mostly, though, I love the WORK of it

ing. Grow things that excite you, (that you normally

all! Cooking is definitely a working-hands job - it is grimy

can't afford to buy in the store), and then find ways to

and gritty and hot, but that kind of work comes with the

cook them and enjoy them at home. We can't all afford

perks of a skill to hone, and a family of coworkers.

to buy organic, local, heirloom produce, but we can all grow them on our own with a little time and devotion.

Q: WHO WOULD YOU LOVE TO BE A PERSONAL CHEF FOR? A: Lizzo. What a force she is! I bet it would be a hilarious and exciting adventure.

“My grandma kept a pristine garden, milled her own flour, a n d k e p t p e r f e c t ly h a n d w r i t t e n recipe cards for the recipes she h a d d e v e l o p e d a n d t e s t e d .”

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I like pajama day on my couch, landscaping in the yard, competing on the KCBS BBQ circuit, cuddling with my pups, and going to and reading at church.

I love my husband, children, my pets, God, traveling, the ocean, long walks on the beach, jewelry, campfires, and cooking.

I loathe liars, cheats and thieves.

I wish there was more love in the world, less hate and less bias based on color and sexual orientation.

I wonder what the world is going to be like post Covid.

I regret that I did not try harder in school.

I admire people that have come from nothing and have made a life for themselves that they are happy in, proud of and content with.

I am very strong and independent. I don't trust easy. But when I do, I am willing to do anything.

My favorite beverage is 3 Olives Berry Vodka and Sprite with lime.

The perfect day includes my husband by my side, sunshine on my face, and contentment in my heart.

A habit worth keeping is being honest with yourself and others, no matter what.

My best dating advice is to be yourself and find your best friend.

My favorite women in the spotlight are everyday women around the world who are branding a new model of success beyond their careers!

I feel grateful for everything in my life.

I believe in God and know he has a plan for us all.

I appreciate honesty, trust and straightforwardness.

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MEET TERI STARRY, OWNER/AGENT WITH STATE FARM! She is authentic, reliable, and damn good at what she does. Let’s get to know her! + I like being able to help people because it is very rewarding. + I love my family and friends because their support makes me feel happy. + I loathe mean people. + I wish I would have started my insurance career sooner. + I feel that a person can accomplish anything through hard work and perseverance. + I believe that smiling is an international language. + I appreciate kindness. + I admire people who make a difference in other people's lives. + I am happy, humble, hardworking, and most important: human. + My favorite beverage is a margarita because it is usually enjoyed with friends in a fun environment. + The perfect day includes sunshine! + A habit worth keeping is doing a good deed daily; it can change a person’s day from miserable to memorable.

ment plan, even a simple one for now, can help you start where you are and stay in charge of your retirement along the way.

2. Keep an Emergency Fund & Protect Yourself! Maintain at least six months' salary in a regular Savings Account or Money Market Savings Account. Consider health insurance and disability insurance, too.

3. Pay Yourself by Saving! Once your emergency fund is in place, pay yourself by putting money into an account as often as you can. Even small amounts can pay off big.

4. Family First: Life Insurance and Education Savings! Life

+ My best dating advice is to listen - you can’t

insurance may help replace lost income, which can be used to

get to know someone if you’re doing all the talking.

pay off debts and expenses and help maintain your family's stan-

+ My favorite woman in the spotlight is Oprah

dard of living. Education savings plans may help make it easy to

Winfrey, for she genuinely embraces life to the fullest regardless of race, gender, generation, opinion or belief.

Okay okay, now let’s get serious. Empowering financial recommendations from our local expert:

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save for your children's education.

5. Get the Most from Social Security! You can receive Social Security benefits starting at age 62, but waiting until you reach the full Social Security retirement age will allow you to take a higher retirement benefit.

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