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LIFESTYLE LETTER

NOVEMBER 2020 PUBLISHER

Scott Fairbanks | scott.fairbanks@lifestylepubs.com EDITORIAL COORDINATOR

Thoughts on "Thankful" - The Cover

Garrett Gross | garrett.gross@lifestylepubs.com AD DESIGNER

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GRATEFUL. THANKFUL. BLESSED. So often, we see a cornucopia (horn of plenty),

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or feasts of the Holiday Season as the image of abundance and gratitude. This year

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in particular, being thankful has taken on a much different meaning for each of us. Gratitude really is a very personal thing, especially right now. 2020 has had more than its fair share of challenges, to be sure. Some feel like there is little to be thankful for and others make a deliberate effort every day to see the good around them. We have seen record breaking wildfires, economic challenges,

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business closures, and mask mandates. We continue to see front-line workers of all kinds from medical and first responder personnel to truck drivers, teachers and grocery workers, bravely doing what must be done for their own communities. This month as we focus on the power of being thankful in our daily lives, we see clearly how important pulling together as a community, really is. I'm grateful to the team that helps me put this together each month, our community partners who advertise, and we look forward to sharing many more of the things we find together that are truly GRAND right here in the Grand Junction area. We felt like a cover that shows a variety of ways to focus our thoughts on "thankful", could be fun for the community. One powerful way to benefit from being thankful is to keep a journal of things that have improved your life: relationships, fitness, creative thinking, professional skills, emotional resilience, and even your enjoyment

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those "THANKFUL" experiences. Who knows, maybe you'll even find some inspira-

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tion in what you see. We hope you enjoy this issue of GJ Lifestyle and find adventure in your own discoveries of gratitude. Along with the theme of "thankful", one of my greatest honors has been the priv-

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ilege to be numbered with US military veterans. 1990-'98 I was a member of the US Marine Corps. I learned much about discipline, commitment to excellence and service above self. I'm grateful for so many who have sacrificed to protect the liberties I enjoy every day. The Marine Corps motto, Semper Fidelis means always faithful. It is my goal as publisher that our efforts in community involvement will be

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always faithful to the the friendships we build along the way. I'm hopeful that our community will remain always faithful to the blessings of liberty so valiantly won and preserved by the sacrifices of those who willingly serve; first responders and military alike. Special thanks to local leaders who added so much to this issue.

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INSIDE THE ISSUE NOVEMBER 2020

FEATURES 12 Love Your Guts How this popular elixir is healing bodies starting in the gut.

20 Be Thankful and Feel the Stress Melt Away Find Gratitude

22 Fall Crock Pot Recipes You’ve Never Thought Of Give this a try, you won’t regret it

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34 Why Gluten Free Not Just a Fad for Some

DEPARTMENTS 4

Lifestyle Letter

Good Times

Around Town

Healthy Lifestyle

Local Limelight

22 Culinary Creations 26 Giving Back 29 Inspired By 32 Lifestyle Calendar 34 Food & Wine

GOOD TIMES

Men in Heels Race This is a fun way to raise awareness and funds for Hilltop’s Latimer House and the very serious issue of domestic violence and sexual assault. Local leaders and teams from numerous businesses join the cause and risk ankles, knees and personal dignity to advance the mission of Hilltop's Latimer House.

Turkey Roost Car & Bike Show The Turkey Roost Car and Bike Show is held every year in the beginning of November at the Eagles Lodge in Orchard Mesa. It all started with locals of Grand Junction seeing a need to help our local military veterans. All proceeds from the show go to help veterans and their families with much needed assistance.

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Hailie's Oven The all-new Hailie's Oven is a dedicted gluten-free bakery located at 340 Hwy 6 & 50 in Fruita.

Chrome and Brews Car Show Sponsored by A&A Auto Customs and Mile High Muscle, the Chrome and Brews Car show in Fruita has been a great event for years. Everything from old to new and shiny to rusty is admired. Photographs courtesy of 96.1 K Star radio.

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AROUND TOWN CMU students to EdVenture Partners competition finals with clients including AT&T, Cadillac, US Army, API, and others. In the GJ community, he is Chair of the Business Incubator Board of Directors. Outside of Classroom he enjoyes Viking Entrepreneurship studies, and his 1957 Resto-Mod Chevy!

STACI OLSON - PARAMEDIC Pictured responding with Lands End Fire District, Staci still serves as a volunteer member, Fire Lieutenant, and EMS coordinator. This scholar of her trade is always learning and has worked her way from ER Technician at St. Mary's Hospital to full-time Paramedic, currently employed with GJ City Fire Department. Mother of five and animal lover she is constantly seeking out new training

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HEALTHY LIFESTYLE Turkey Bones

Love Your Guts

HOW THIS POPULAR ELIXIR IS HEALING BODIES STARTING IN THE GUT.

ARTICLE CARLEY SMITH - THE FAIRY GUTMOTHER

BONE BROTH IS THE LATEST HEALTH CRAZE, POPPING UP

PHOTOGRAPHY CALEB WEAVER - CARLEYâ€™S PHOTO

ON NEARLY EVERY STORE SHELF, EVEN FINDING A PLACE IN THE SUPPLEMENT AISLE SOLD AS BONE BROTH PROTEIN POWDER. While it might seem like a trendy item, bone broth has been around for hundreds of years and is often a staple in culinary kitchens where it is commonly referred to as stock.

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However, this may be more than just a craze. The popularity of bone broth can be attributed to its many health

and achy joints. It is also full of countless vitamins and minerals so it is excellent for hydration as well.

benefits, like supporting optimal gut health, the home

Bone broth’s unique and comforting flavor makes it

of nearly the entire immune system! Many illnesses and

easy to sip on throughout the day or an excellent addi-

inflammation can be traced back to the gut, making gut

tion to any recipe that not only adds flavor but gut-heal-

health the foundation for optimal health.

ing nutrients as well, helping maintain a strong and

A healthy gut is comprised of a healed gut lining and

healthy immune system.

an optimal balance of beneficial bacteria and fungi.

-Carley Smith, AKA Fairy Gutmother®, is a Nutritional

When there are holes in the gut lining, also referred to

Therapist, Certified GAPS Practitioner, and Registered

as “leaky gut”, toxins and undigested foods seep into the

Yoga Teacher. Carley became interested in health and

system, causing a myriad of health issues, like: auto-im-

nutrition after being diagnosed with Lyme disease and

mune conditions, inflammation, asthma, and food

using food as medicine emphasizing gut health to help

allergies to name a few. An overgrowth of pathogenic

heal. Carley is adamant about promoting the gut health

bacteria and fungi in the gut, or dysbiosis, can lead to

lifestyle as it is more than a diet, rather, a combination of

chronic inflammation in the body, a precursor to many

food and environment that play a role in the health of the

more serious illnesses.

microbiome. Carley has been a featured guest on The

Bone broth can help repair the gut lining as the

Dr. Oz Show and is a frequent guest for Colorado’s Own

cooking method extracts nutrients from the bones like

Channel 2 News, and the popular iHeart Radio show

collagen and L-glutamine, an important nutrient for the

Modern Eater. Her articles have been published in major

cells of the gut lining. Bone broth also helps reduce

worldwide publications including MindBodyGreen, Yoga

inflammation which can aid in supporting tired muscles

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LOCAL LIMELIGHT

LOCAL HEROES, HELPING HANDS, THANKFUL HEARTS

ARTICLE GJ LIFESTYLE STAFF PHOTOGRAPHY GJ CITY, MESA COUNTY PHOTOGRAPHERS

COMMUNITY SUPPORT, ELEVATED OUTCOMES

GRAND JUNCTION IS ISOLATED. We are sometimes referred to as a “land island” because our large and growing population is separated from other large populations by the Rocky Mountains to the east and the Wasatch Front/Manti-La Sal Range to the west, by road it’s nearly four hours in either direction. So how does the Grand Junction area stand in terms of self-reliance for essential community services such as crisis response (enter COVID-19)? We are truly in good hands, by choice. As a result of this community voting “yes” for Back the Badge in 2017 our first responders have the resources to serve the wide variety of needs that arise in a population of our size and with our remote geography. As we spoke with several of the team leaders that work together to make our community secure, a common theme stood out. Each of these local leaders expressed their gratitude for the support of our community and a strong desire to work in a united manner with the other agencies who are called upon to respond in the moment of need. We are fortunate to share comments from five of these local leaders whose service gives our community cause to be “thankful”. 14

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Megan Weaver is the Victim Services Coordinator for

each month to ensure that we have advocates available

the Grand Junction Police Department. Megan has been

24 hours a day 365 days a year.” Megan also explained

the coordinator since January of 2020 but was previously

that the Grand Junction Police Department (as well as

a volunteer of the Victim Services Program since 2011. “I

the Victim Advocates with the District Attorney’s office

am honored that I was selected to lead these amazing

and the Sheriff’s Office) holds high standards for victim

volunteers that so selflessly serve our community. While

advocates. Advocates must pass background checks, as

my degree from Colorado State University is in Exercise

well as complete the training course, and continue to learn

and Sports Science my work experience has always been

about local resources to help victims in our community.

supporting others”, Megan said. Shortly after receiving her

“Our goal is to offer this dedicated support to any victim of

degree and getting a job on the front range at a nursing

a crime and to help guide them through the next steps with

home, Megan meet her husband and grew their family to

as much ease as possible.” If you would like to become an

four boys. After a time, they wanted to move back to Grand

Advocate you may contact Megan at meganw@gjcity.org.

Junction. The need to serve others stuck with Megan and

Advocacy programs with other agencies support victims

she found the Victims’ Advocate Program. “As victim

of fire and a wide range of other incidents.

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advocates, we often see folks on their worst day or in their worst moments, and we are there to offer them support and resources,” Megan continued. “Our advocates participate in a 35-hour academy. We host an academy at least once a year (most often in the fall) and, we currently have 35 volunteer advocates. They cover four 12 hour shifts

Megan Weaver “Our goal is to offer this dedicated s u p p o r t t o a ny v i c t i m of a crime and to help guide them through the nex t steps with as much e a s e a s p o s s i b l e .”

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LOCAL LIMELIGHT (CONTINUED)

GJPD Chief Doug Shoemaker GJPD Chief Doug Shoemaker has been in law enforcement for nearly three decades and started in Jefferson City, Missouri. An avid football fan he held season tickets for the Chiefs from 1991 to 2018 when he came to Grand Junction. Jeeping and hiking are among his other interests and our area was very attractive for those recreational pursuits. When asked about how the negative press toward police has impacted things locally he told us that “While other cities have seen a big drop in applications, our department still has strong recruiting activity and our people love their jobs. We are very grateful for the support we experience from our community. We’ve seen some increase in assaults upon officers but we’ve seen an even bigger increase of community support in the form of cards, letters, snacks, and ‘thank-yous’ pouring in during what has been a year unlike any other. It is not our goal to be constantly enforcing regulations related to COVID or any other crisis. We want to invite and encourage our citizens to be safe by sticking to the guidelines recommended by the experts. Most of all, in the spirit of “thankful” I want to thank our community for the support given through Back the Badge. We couldn’t do as much as we do, without those resources. That’s a lot of trust and we are constantly working to improve our quality of service, to be true to that trust. We are also grateful for the teamwork and camaraderie we experience with the other first-responder agencies throughout the county. Our specialized teams also distinguish us from many other agencies and we are often seen by other cities as a model to follow. We take the public trust ‘To Protect and Serve’ seriously. As a result, we are constantly communicating with the public through the press, social media, and in person. Some of what has been in the public eye is a poor narrative and we aim to stand above the noise. We are pleased with the ongoing work of our Co-Responder program, providing mental health support on-site when responding to such cases. Our Special Investigations Unit also does fine work related to violent crimes and quality of life issues. We have high standards and as a result, we have quality people looking out for this community. It can take up to 5 months to hire a new officer because our screening, testing, and psychological evaluations are so thorough.”

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Dr. Jeff Kuhr is the director of Mesa County Health

1,000 times smaller than a grain of table-salt, how does a

Department (MCHD) and has had a big job to do in

mask really help?” His response: “This virus cannot move

response to COVID-19. He says his staff has carried

about on its own. It requires a carrier such as a droplet

much of the load and named several whose key roles

from a cough or sneeze. These particles are much bigger

have been crucial in helping the community adapt and

than the virus itself and they do get trapped in a mask.”

stay safe. Diana Williams - Deputy Director of MCHD

He also reminds us that masks, social distancing (6-10ft),

is “in the trenches” coordinating the efforts of many

staying home when sick, getting tested if experiencing the

aspects of the department on a daily basis. Heidi Dragoo -

known symptoms, and being outdoors often, are among

Epidemiology and Emergency Preparedness Coordinator.

the “best practices” which will help us stay safe.

Allison Sanchez - MCHD Clinic Manager over-testing,

“SARS, Spanish Flu, and many other pathogens have

vaccinations, and other medical functions. Amanda

reached pandemic levels and have also run their course in

Mayle - Communications Manager, Marketing, Website,

a period of two years or so. This looks like it could be simi-

and Media Relations Coordinator. Heather Nara - Head

lar in the length of time it presents such an elevated threat

of Early Childhood Services. Dr. Kuhr speaks highly of and

but we are dealing with a pathogen previously unknown to

values what each of these team members brings to the

science. The experts who have given us the guidelines for

county’s response to COVID-19 giving some reminders

staying safe know their stuff. We will continue to work for

that we all should consider. Firstly, MCHD wants to see

a return to normal conditions by encouraging best prac-

as much “normal” activity as possible while being safe.

tices. If we become lax and cases spike we risk placing a

Secondly, the goal is to encourage the use of best-prac-

heavy burden on hospitals and losing the status of being

tices without being the “heavy-handed enforcers” we see

among the most open counties in the nation.”

too often in news stories. Dr. Kuhr was asked, “with a virus

Other measures our community is taking include things like dining “parklets” to expand outdoor space for restaurants. By sticking to “best practices” and pulling together, we are likely to get past this much sooner than if we get complacent and go backward. Dr. Kuhr said, “We have worked too hard to go backward.”

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“ We h a v e wor ked too hard to go b a c k w a r d .”

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LOCAL LIMELIGHT (CONTINUED)

GJFD Chief K e n W a t k i n s GJFD Chief Ken Watkins Came here in 2007 and found the job also allowed him to help out a family member who had no other family nearby. He often visited the area in his youth, attending big family functions in DeBeque. Some of his hobbies include travel, gardening, motorcycle touring, camping, and skiing. “When I think of the theme ‘thankful’, I think our community should feel confident that your fire department is top-notch. We are full service and offer many of the things that keep our emergency responses self reliant in Mesa County. We support search and rescue, wildland fire fighting, hazardous material response, technical rescue (steep, rope assist), water and trench rescue in addition to fire, auto accident, EMS, ambulance, and paramedic services. Our department is grateful for the tremendous support we receive from our community!”

Sheriff Matt Lewis

THE SAFEST PLACE TO LIVE, WORK, AND PLAY WHILE EARNING PUBLIC TRUST. As new deputies and volunteers catch that vision, we hold each other accountable to

Sheriff Matt Lewis came here to go to

the core values of the department (Integrity,

school after his father retired from an Army

Service, Community). I’m grateful to work

career. “Before that, the longest I lived any-

with the best people. Even though we have

where was only a couple of years. Since 1993,

seen a great effort to work together with the

this place is HOME. I love it here and have

Health Department, PD, Fire Department,

found that our people feel the same way.

state and federal agencies through the Pine

After 24 years in this Sheriff’s Department,

Gulch fire, COVID-19 precautions, and other

I’ve seen it become something that state,

incidents throughout 2020, these are simply

federal, and other county agencies want to

examples of what we have been doing within

emulate. Our standards of constantly earn-

the county for decades. Other crises will arise

ing and maintaining the trust of our commu-

and we must stand prepared and capable

nity are something we take seriously and I

of working effectively together within our

take on those standards of excellence per-

assigned responsibilities. The Sheriff’s office

sonally. Every new deputy goes through an

has the jail and has the first responsibility

intensive screening process and then I have

for incident management in unincorporated

a one on one conversation with each of them

Mesa County including wildfires. Together

setting clear expectations of our duty to

with our partner agencies, we all are more

uphold the public trust. Our ‘north star’ is our

effective than standing alone.”

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IS THERE A BEAR CHASING YOU? Probably not, but you may feel like it. Our sympathetic nervous system, also known as the “fight, flight or freeze” aspect of our nervous system, takes over when our stress levels are high. This aspect of the nervous system is helpful when there is indeed a bear chasing us. But too often we live with sympathetic nervous dominance while simply performing our normal daily routines. When this part of our nervous system is taking control, the body shifts away from the “rest and digest” functions of the parasympathetic nervous system. Over time, this imbalance causes a stress response that leads to depletion and chronic disease. Therefore, it is useful to find “coherence” between the sympathetic and parasympathetic sides of the nervous system, whereby the two work together to create balance for the healthy functioning of the mind, body, and spirit. One of the most tangible and practical ways to influence coherence within the nervous system is to practice gratitude. Gratitude is not only recognized to achieve calmness but also has been shown to strengthen our mental capabilities and be a source of motivation. Wondering where to start? Try this simple exercise first thing in the morning before launching your day: Sit comfortably and gently close your eyes. Take a calm, deep, and cleansing breath. Repeat the breath until you notice your body is feeling more relaxed. Bring your attention to that for which you are grateful. Recognize gratitude for your heart beating, your lungs supplying your body with oxygen, and your body’s ability to move through space. Find gratitude for the safety your shelter provides, for food that nourishes your body, and for the beauty you find in nature. Shift your thinking to those you love. One by one, feel in your heart the gratitude you have for each person you value in your life. Imagine the gratitude as a bright light, filling each cell of your body from your toes to the top of your head. Notice the calmness illuminating your body. Remember you can revisit this moment at any time throughout the day or night.

Be Thankful

FIND GRATITUDE

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and Feel the Stress Melt Away

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CULINARY CREATIONS

a ma zin g aut um n crockpot recipes GIVE THIS A TRY, YOU WONâ€™T REGRET IT

ARTICLE CLOE OLMSTEAD | PHOTOGRAPHY C. W. MORGAN

Slow Brewed Apple Cider

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apple cider ARE YOU LOOKING FOR SOME COZY FALL COMFORT? This easy slow cooker cider will be a crowd pleaser and leave your house smelling amazing! Add a cup of cranberries to turn this into a festive holiday hit!

i n g re d ient s + 8 apples quartered + 2 medium cinnamon sticks + 2 teaspoons whole cloves + 1/2 teaspoon whole allspice + 10 cups water + 3/4 cup brown sugar + 1 orange thickly sliced, optional

i n st r uc t ion s Add all ingredients into a 6 quart slow cooker. Stir gently until sugar dissolves. Cook on low for 6 hours. Using a potatoes masher, mash fruit until pulpy. Line a large bowl in cheesecloth. Carefully ladle the mixture into the bowl. Gather the corners of the cheesecloth and lift, allowing the cider to strain through. Carefully discard cheesecloth and remains. Serve while hot, or let cool in fridge and serve chilled.

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Rustic Cheese Cake

slow c ooker cheese c a ke

i n st r uc t ion s 1. It is important to not use cold ingredients in this recipe, as cold ingredients will result in a poorly textured cheesecake. Start by setting out cream cheese, sour cream, and eggs in advance so they can reach room temperature.

With all the recent buzz of instant pot recipes, your

2. Prepare 6-quart slow cooker by adding 1/2 to 1 inch of

tried and true slow cooker may be feeling a bit neglected.

water. Create a “rest” for the cheesecake pan. This is done

Dust off your classic kitchen appliance and try these

by measuring out two 24 inch pieces of aluminum foil.

great slow cooker recipes:

Stack the two pieces of foil together and then crinkle and

This recipe creates a beautiful rustic cheesecake with minimal fuss.

i n g re d ient s

roll the long side to create a long tube. Form the tube into a circle and set in the bottom of the slow cooker. 3. To make the crust, mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter in a small bowl. Press crust mixture into the bottom and sides of a 7-inch springform pan. Set aside.

FOR THE CRUST:

4. With an electric mixer, mix softened cream cheese,

+ 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs

sugar, and vanilla until mixture has a very smooth texture.

+ 2 tablespoons sugar

In a separate bowl lightly beat the room temperature eggs.

+ 6 tablespoons butter, melted

Add eggs and sour cream to cream cheese mixture until just combined. Do not beat or over mix as you don’t want

FOR THE FILLING:

to introduce too much air into the mixture.

+ 2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened

5. Pour mixture into crust. Gently set the pan into the slow

+ 2/3 cup sugar

cooker. Cover the slow cooker with a clean kitchen towel and

+ 1 tablespoon vanilla extract

place the lid snuggly on top. The kitchen towel will keep mois-

+ 2 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten

ture droplets from raining down on the top of the cheesecake.

+ 1/2 cup sour cream

Set the slow cooker to high and let bake for 2 hours. At this point, turn off the slow cooker, but keep the lid on and let the cheesecake rest for another hour. Then put the cheesecake in the fridge to chill for at least 3 hours or overnight. 6. Top with your favorite cheesecake topping and enjoy!

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GIVING BACK

ARTICLE STACEY ATKINS | PHOTOGRAPHY J.R. ATKINS

A Taste of Scotland

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CULTURE, MUSIC, PASSION, AND GRATITUDE

“THERE ARE BEAUTIFUL ITEMS AVAILABLE INCLUDING A VARIETY OF GIFT ITEMS, CUSTOM HANDMADE KILTS, AND AUTHENTIC BAGPIPES.” THIS THANKSGIVING, WITH THE PANDEMIC AND POLITICAL CLIMATE, I FIND MYSELF LOOKING FOR THOSE WHO ARE CELEBRATING BLESSINGS IN THEIR LIVES. In my quest, I met Sharon and Sean Taylor of Grand Junction who live each day in gratitude. They are grateful for their shop, Taylor’s Croft, and the community they have built around all things Celtic. Walking into the shop felt like I had sailed across the Atlantic. With Scottish music playing in the background, Sharon welcomed me, speaking in her lovely Scottish brogue, making the shop’s motto, “Authentically Scottish, Authentic Scotland,” obvious. She is passionate about sharing the culture of her homeland and helping people learn about their Scottish ancestry. She bridges the gap from shopping online, without guidance from a true Scot, to the authentic Scottish experience. Sharon, grew up in Cumbernauld, near Stirling; her extended family is still there. In 2014 she started selling items from Scotland, England, and Ireland online. When her Uncle Hugh, a larger than life Scotsman, piper and preacher, passed away, she decided to open the shop in his memory, making Taylor’s Croft a labor of love. There were challenges along the way, yet Sharon’s passion for the Western Slope and for her homeland kept her going. Relying on her faith, she persisted, receiving keys to the shop on her birthday in January 2020. Taylor’s Croft, is much more than a shop, it’s a community hub for those who love Scotland and the UK. You can learn the Gaelic language with others who love Scottish culture, schedule a time to enjoy Scottish high tea with friends, host a Scottish wedding or Hand Fasting, take bagpipe and drumming lessons, and so much more. There are beautiful items available including a variety of gift items, custom handmade kilts, and authentic bagpipes. Sean plays and teaches the bagpipes which he learned from Uncle Hugh. Their pipe and drum band, the Glenfinnan Highlanders, performs at regional events. In 2019 they started the annual “Grand Valley Scottish Games and Celtic Festival,” drawing crowds from all over the region. The next festival, May of 2021. Put it on your calendar now.

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I found items from the Outlander series, including the riding coat Claire wears. There are items from “Game of Thrones,” “The Vikings” and “Downton Abbey.” For ex-pats, she carries favorite foods. If something you desire is not in the shop, Sharon will get it for you. Sharon, Director of the St. Andrews Society of the Western Slope, feels honored to be the unofficial Scottish ambassador to the region. She relishes giving back to the community and has been recognized for doing so. Most recently, Sean was honored with a plaque and moving letter from “Compassionate Friends” for his service.

On November 28th, from 1:00-3:00pm, and every Saturday until Christmas, the Grand Valley will be treated to a Celtic Christmas in Taylor’s Croft. You can have your picture taken with Father Christmas while enjoying hot chocolate and shortbread. They will be open on Sundays throughout the Holiday Season. The best part of Taylor’s Croft that you won’t get anywhere else, is Sharon and Sean; their faith and commitment to the Grand Valley is remarkable. I recommend going to the shop to listen to Sharon tell stories; her Scottish lilt is enchanting, her knowledge of Scotland is boundless, and her stories are inspiring.

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INSPIRED BY

WALKING THE WALK

A JOURNEY DOWN THE WINDING LIFE PATH OF UNASSUMING SPIRITUAL LEADER FRANCIS CHAN

IMAGINE YOURSELF AS THE LEADER OF A THRIVING MEGACHURCH IN VENTURA COUNTY, CALIFORNIA, WITH MORE THAN 5,000 MEMBERS AND GROWING. You’re a New York Times bestseller making a million dollars in royalties from your first book and people love you—you’re on top of the world. Would you leave that all behind? Better yet, would you trade all of that, giving away 90% of your income to end up living in the poorest region of Hong Kong surrounded by people struggling to make it by on just 50 cents a day? For most, it probably sounds like a tale of riches to rags; an unfortunate and unwanted result of someone falling upon hard times. But for Francis Chan, a church planter and best-selling author who speaks to thousands of people around the world each year, it’s exactly what he did. And exactly what he needed—an opportunity to walk down a winding path that led him toward fulfilling his purpose; toward becoming a

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man who can truly say he lives the life he’s been called to and encouraging others to do the same.

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Watch the full interview @ CityLifestyle.com! Francis, born in San Francisco, was raised in a very traditional Chinese home and navigated a challenging upbringing. His mother died while giving birth to him. His father remarried, then his stepmother died in a car accident when he was 8. His father remarried again, then, when Francis was 12, died of cancer. Twenty-six and newly married, Francis and his wife Lisa founded Cornerstone Community Church in Simi Valley, California in the early 90s, beginning with a membership of 30 people. Within the first two months, the church grew to 100. By 2000, membership grew even more to 1,600. And by 2008, Cornerstone Community Church was one of the largest in Ventura County and Francis’ then-new book “Crazy Love” was a New York Times bestseller. Then, in 2010, Francis decided to leave it behind in pursuit of a more humble and impactful way of life. The $1 million his bestselling book made in the first year, plus the money it continues to make? Francis signed it all over to a charitable gift fund helping the poor and victims of human trafficking. After making the decision to leave Cornerstone and wrestling with what the next step would be, Francis and Lisa ended up selling their Simi Valley house and moving their family of six at the time overseas to India, Thailand and China, where he was able to embrace new interests and activities by doing what the locals do, and where he also saw an inspiring shift in culture and spiritual values. “I wish we could learn and see the sacrifice of others,” he says. “Their mentality really isn’t a consumer mindset of ‘Here’s my needs, here’s what I feel, no one cares about me— me, me, me, me. Overseas they’re just obsessed with each other and thinking about how to get to the poor—the truly poor—like ‘We’re going to starve today,’ or ‘We’re selling off kids today.’ That type of poor. There’s just a lot more urgency.” In the throes of a pandemic, quarrels over U.S. politics, a growing divide among people and beliefs, and the unsurety of life, Francis’ message of focus and fulfillment can be summed up simply: take your eyes off yourself.

“People that I’ve found that have spent their lives truly loving others are the j o y f u l p e o p l e .” 30

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“A l l w e r e a l l y n e e d t o d o is hit that little button that s w i t c h e s i t o f f s e l f i e m o d e .” “It’s so counterintuitive because, physically, if I break my arm, I’m not going to be thinking about anyone else. The only thing that’s going to bring me pleasure is getting this thing fixed. ‘Everyone look at me—my arm is broken; someone fix

he says. “I go, ‘You have no clue. This is like the happiest place on Earth. You’re gonna go nuts!’” Francis says Rachel began to get very sad, asking if they could just go to Paint Pals.

it for me,’” he says. “But...the answer is actually to take your

“She’s working herself into tears,” he laughs. “Like,

eyes off of yourself. People that I’ve found that have spent

you’re crying because I’m about to take you to Disneyland.”

their lives truly loving others are the joyful people. You’ll find very few generous people who are miserable.” Francis, pretending to hold up a phone facing him-

“I feel like we’re just like Rachel when she was 5,” he says, fondly recalling the Paint Pals days. “We’re accustomed to certain things and God has something so much better for us.”

self, goes on to describe how he sees this generation

Nearly six months ago, Francis’ path led him to the

as a generation all about taking selfies; noting that

Sham Shui Po area on the Kowloon side of Hong Kong

you could be in the Grand Canyon or Niagara Falls

with most of his family, including his wife, all but one of

and you’re always in the picture—always the center

his daughters, two sons-in-law and two grandchildren.

of everything.

It’s a place he later found is where his mother also did

“All we really need to do is hit that little button that

ministries in the 1950s, and allows him the continued

switches it off selfie mode,” he says. “And now I can’t

humbling opportunity to live out his journey working with

even see myself.”

the ultra poor to bring relief and sharing his spiritual ful-

Looking toward the future, Francis (non-prophetically, he clarifies, laughing) goes on to recall the story of his oldest daughter, Rachel—one of seven children and two grandchildren, when she was 5 years old.

fillment with others, even while enjoying a pickup game with locals on the neighborhood basketball court. “It’s a pretty bizarre journey to think that, first of all, my wife has stood by my side for 27 years, and it’s just been

“We regularly visited this rundown place in our city

an amazing marriage. Two years ago at our 25-year anni-

called Paint Pals,” he laughs, reminiscently. “There was

versary, she asked me ‘Do you know of anyone on the

this old maze you walked through with only a few walls,

planet that is more blessed than we are? Because I feel

some little ceramic things you could paint and this big

like we’re the happiest people on earth. It’s almost like

bubble machine that was just a hula hoop dipped in

that can’t be true, but I haven’t found anyone happier,’”

bubble solution. There really wasn’t much more to it,

he says. “It’s one thing for me to say because that’s the

but she loved it.”

way I feel, but to hear that from my wife as well and those

“One day I was just like, ‘Honey, this week I’m going to take you to Disneyland!’ And she was like, ‘What’s that?’”

truly to be her sentiments. It just feels like an impossible life all the way around.”

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NOVEMBER

LIFESTYLE CALENDAR

Continental

ELECTION DAY

the

cyclocross racer. Whether you’re a

American Revolutionary War, formed

racer or a spectator, you’re bound to

by a resolution of the Continental

have fun watching, or being in this

Marines

during

Congress on November 10, 1775,

race! Contact John Klish at 970-744-

200 South Spruce Street, Grand Junction

and first recruited at Tun Tavern in

4450 or email madness@madracing-

Remember election day is today!

Philadelphia,

They

colorado.com for more information.

On the ballot is the President of the

served as landing troops for the

The event is the 14th & 15th and

United States, the Senate and the

recently created Continental Navy.

starts at 12pm both days.

House of Representatives for both

This year is the Corps 245th birthday.

Pennsylvania.

the federal government as well as state government, the state Supreme Court, Intermediate appellate courts,

VETERANS DAY

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France, Australia, Canada, and others.

With over 30 million streams on

Veterans Day is observed annually

Spotify, TEN #1 singles on the Texas

NATIONAL CANDY DAY

on November 11, for honoring mili-

Country Music Chart, and a #1

local judges, municipal government, and ballot measures.

United States, United Kingdom,

Warehouse 25-sixtyfive

tary veterns. It coincides with other

song on the national Power Source

United States

holidays including Armistice Day and

Christian

The one holiday to rule them all! This

Remembrance Day. Which are cele-

Curtis Grimes is proving to be a force

National Candy Day, play some can-

brated and mark the anniversary of the

in the country music scene that can't

dy-themed games, do a candy sci-

end of World War I. Major hostilities of

be denied. The show starts at 7 pm.

ence experiment with your kids or in

WW I were ended at the 11th hour of

Go to www.warehouse2565.com/

the classroom (heads up, teachers!),

the 11th day of the 11th month of 1918.

events for more details.

SECKOND CHAYNCE

DOWNTOWN TREE LIGHTING

The Avalon Theatre

Seckond Chaynce is a country rapper/

It all starts with the Downtown Tree

645 Main Street Grand Junction

singer/song-writer/creative based in

Lighting! With a magical wave of his

Remember putting on an album

Tampa Florida by way of Jacksonville

hand and a sprinkling of magic dust

and listening from start to finish?

FL. He is a community activist and

from the Wells Fargo rooftop, Santa

Relive that moment with a live con-

a mentor to young men in the urban

lights not only the tree at 4th and

cert experience unlike any other as

community. He visits DJ's all over the

Main but also all the lights on Main

The Black Jacket Symphony recre-

state to speak and encourage at risk

Street! Santa then sits down to visit

ates the iconic album Led Zeppelin

youth. The show begins at 7pm and

with the kids before returning to the

IV live in its entirety—note for note,

go to www.warehouse2565.com/

North Pole. Event starts at 5pm.

sound for sound—plus a full set of

events to purchase tickets.

Country

Music

Chart,

or make your own candy!

5 BLACK JACKET SYMPHONY

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Led Zeppelin’s greatest hits. Tickets prices range from $25-$30+fees. Doors open at 7pm.

14 - 15

Downtown Grand Junction

SALTY CROSS

WESTERN SLOPE KNITTED KNOCKERS

651 N Pine St. Fruita, CO

USMC BIRTHDAY

For knitters and crocheters, Knitted

With Grassy power sections, grassy

Knockers need you! They are a

United States

technical turns, and technical fea-

group of local heroes who make

The Marine Corps started as the

tures. It will bring out the best in a

soft, comfortable, light alternatives

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Little Salt Wash Park

1135 Main St. Grand Junction, CO

to traditional breast prosthesis. Free for patients who need them at St. Mary's, and Community Hospital. Come volunteer and knit some Knockers!Â Please bring US 4 dpns or a G hook. Event starts at 10am.

26 TURKEY DAY - IT'S ABOUT MUCH MORE THAN THE BIRD The Whole USA

Pilgrims came seeking freedom of religion,Â without the "Crown" dictating mode of worship. Today we have so much to be thankful for! Our individual liberties, opportunities abound and remembering the sacrifices of those whose vision and service secured and continue to defend our liberty should always be remembered on this day. (Note the day circled on the cover calendar)

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FOOD & WINE

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NOT JUST A FAD FOR SOME

W H Y G LU UTEN FREE

WHAT’S THE BIG DEAL WITH GLUTEN? Who can and can’t have it?

It’s a topic that’s been scoffed at and made fun of for more than a decade. Here’s what we’ve learned: if you or someone you love has been diagnosed with Celiac Disease (CD), gluten can lead to catastrophic health problems. Other conditions might be linked to a gluten intolerance. CD is a different story. Celiacs react to gluten like a pathogen. Their bodies attack it with huge quantities of antibodies like bacteria or viruses and that reaction causes severe damage to the gut lining causing malnutrition and blood toxicity. The gluten protein is commonly found in all varieties of wheat (including white flour), barley, and rye. Basically, it’s poison to Celiacs. This auto-immune condition causes the body to literally attack itself from the inside. Crohn’s, Colitis, IBS, and several other conditions have been linked to undiagnosed or misdiagnosed Celiac Disease for decades. Allergic to wheat? Avoid! Whole wheat also contains an irritant known as a lectin-protein called wheat germ agglutinin. (WGA) can be harmful to many with digestive sensitivities, especially following treatment with orally administered antibiotics which can wipe out a healthy microbiome in the digestive tract. For more info see www.celiac.org, gluten.org 34

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