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There's No Place Like Home THE HOME IS A HUB FOR MAKING MEMORIES. While it is nice to travel and do activities together as a family, the home is where the daily memories are made, and the home is a place that is uniquely ours. Our homes allow us to be ourselves through our personal choice of décor and how we organize our lives.

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INSIDE THE ISSUE MARCH 2020

FEATURES 12 Finishing Touches with Dahl Decor Dahl Decor Shares Three Distinct Looks For Functional and Visual Appeal

14 St. Patrick’s DayInspired Recipes Lager Stew and Stout Reuben Sandwich

18 Making Others Feel at Home R.D. Baker of Ambassador Colorado Real Estate, Puts People First

26 Building Hope How Crowley County Correctional

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Facility Inmates are Making Homeowner’s Dreams Come True

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DEPARTMENTS 4

Lifestyle Letter

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Good Times

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Around Town

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Renovate & Refine

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Culinary Creations

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Tech Savvy

24 Page Turners 26 Inspired By 32 Lifestyle Calendar 34 Local’s Choice

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GOOD TIMES

Club Loveland Offers Resistance Band And Barre Classes Club Loveland at Orchards kicked off their first resistance band class along with Barre in mid-February to a full house of members. Why are resistance bands the newest trend? They provide double the workout with less impact. When pushing against a resistance band during exercise, your muscles must engage to fight the tension. PHOTOGRAPHY BY: CLUB LOVELAND AT ORCHARDS

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pond, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. March 1-8. Enjoy the beauty of the snow-covered mountains surrounding Trout Haven Pond. Ice fishing supplies are available, and enclosed fishing sheds are provided. There is no license required to enjoy. All of the equipment including bait is available on site. Rent your skates with them and it's $5.00, if you have your own, it's only $3.00 Phone: 970-577-0202

WILDERMISS CONCERT AT THE STANLEY HOTEL Join Wildermiss at The Stanley Hotel, 333 Wonderview Ave, Estes Park, March 6 at 8 p.m. Wildermiss released its debut album, a promising six-song EP, Lost With You, in 2017. In the two years since, the members of Wildermiss: lead singer, Cole, guitarists, Josh Hester and Seth Beamer, and drummer, Caleb Thoemke, have built a loyal following in their hometown of Denver. They have crisscrossed the country as the supporting act on tours with the Oh Hellos, Jared and the Mill, and Bronze Radio Return, while earning their own fans from the strength of their live shows.

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FINISHING TOUCHES WITH DAHL DECOR

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DAHL DECOR SHARES THREE DISTINCT LOOKS FOR FUNCTIONAL AND VISUAL APPEAL

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Everything Including The Kitchen Sink Kitchen sinks, faucets and lighting come in a wide variety of finishes and styles.

With help from experts in the industry, finding a combination that suits your personal aesthetic and budget can be easy. There are many choices when evaluating kitchen sink materials, including: concrete, solid-surfacing, stone, copper and other precious metals, with the end goal being a blended approach of what brings your kitchen together. There are corner sinks, apron-front or farmhouse styles, trough, undermount, and bar/prep sinks. There is also a vast selection of kitchen faucets from which to choose: bridge faucets, pot fillers, pull-down faucets, and bar/prep sink faucets available in polished chrome, oil-rubbed bronze, nickel and other precious metals. At Dahl Décor there is something to suit every taste and price range.

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A Soaking Tub for Relaxation A soaking tub can provide a more therapeutic and almost medicinal soak, relaxing your muscles quite similar to a hot tub or Jacuzzi, as the entire body is fully submerged. The purpose of a soaking tub is to cover your body with water, meaning you will no longer have your knees or arms exposed to the cold compared to more traditional bathtub designs. Soaking bathtubs come in four primary materials: Acrylic, Enameled Cast Iron, Stone Resin and Wood.

Acrylic is a flexible material that comes in a wide variety of different shapes and designs, with the drawback of not having as much heat retention when compared to other materials such as cast iron or stone resin. Enameled cast iron is another popular material due to it’s excellent durability, easy to clean surface and stellar heat retention, though it carries the negative of being quite heavy, adding more stress to installation and floor weight when filled with water.

Vessel Bowl Sink and Wall Mounted Faucets One of the must-have bathroom trends these days is a vessel bowl sink. These are currently all the rage in bathroom remodels and new construction, these sinks sit on top of the vanity countertop, unlike the more commonly known undermount sinks that are installed beneath the counter. Adding a vessel sink really is something beautifully unique, and it has that wow factor when you see it. It is not something that you see in every bathroom. You can find vessels in all kinds of shapes and styles to create an upscale look and more streamlined bathroom vanity space.

Wall-mounted bathroom sink faucets are a popular choice as well in combination with the vessel sink, they appeal to a sleek, modern look. There are plenty of options in the most popular finishes, such as nickel, brushed nickel, brass, chrome and polished chrome.

You'll also find niche finishes like bronze, oil-rubbed bronze, polished brass, satin nickel and more.

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CULINARY CREATIONS ARTICLE CHRISTA SHIVELY PHOTOGRAPHY FLOURISH BRANDING PHOTOGRAPHY

ST. PATRICK’S DAY-INSPIRED RECIPES LAGER STEW AND STOUT REUBEN SANDWICH

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A TA S T E F U L C E L E B R AT I O N The Bottled Olive has some recipes to help you enjoy St. Patrick’s Day. The Irish lager stew is loaded with rich savory flavors, and the crockpot stout Reuben sandwich offers a delicious and hearty meal to come home to. Each recipe is perfect for St. Patrick’s Day festivities, while warming the belly and comforting the soul.

Please visit The Bottled Olive located at The Promenade Shops at Centerra for ingredients mentioned.

LAGER STEW + 1 tablespoon Garlic and Herb Olive Oil + 14 ounce package beef smoked sausage, cut into slices or pre-seared stew meat. + 1 1/2 onion, sliced thin semi-circles

CROCKPOT STOUT REUBEN SANDWICH

+ 1/2 head small cabbage, cored and thinly sliced + 1/2 teaspoon ground rainbow pepper + 1 tablespoon Backyard Brew Seasoning Pinch Smokey Bacon Sea Salt

+ Flat cut corned beef brisket with spice packet + 1-2 bottles Stout Guinness or a lager beer

+ 2 bottles lager beer

+ 1 teaspoon California Garlic

+ 2 russet potatoes, peeled and cubed

+ 1 package sauerkraut

+ 2 1/2 cups chicken stock

+ 1 package smoked provolone cheese

+ 1 1/2 tablespoon Dark Balsamic Vinegar

+ Swirl Rye Bread

+ 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream

+ Sriracha Horseradish Aioli

+ Parmesan Cheese + 1 tablespoon parsley, chopped + Place in crockpot on low for the day.

Place Corned Beef fat side down in Crockpot, add seasonings, cover meat with beer. Cook on low for 12 hours. Pull corned beef out, shred for sandwiches.

Toast bread and stack meat, cheese, sauerkraut, finish with aioli.

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R.D. BAKER OF AMBASSADOR COLORADO REAL ESTATE, PUTS PEOPLE FIRST ARTICLE CHRISTA SHIVELY PHOTOGRAPHY FLOURISH BRANDING PHOTOGRAPHY AND ASHLEIGH BAKER

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R.D. BAKER, BROKER AND PARTNER OF AMBASSADOR COLORADO REAL ESTATE, HAS MADE A HUGE IMPRESSION ON COUNTLESS INDIVIDUALS IN THE COMMUNITY. Before entering into real estate, R.D. was a coach and teacher.

He started out in real estate working for a homebuilder. His knowledge of real estate and background in education are a couple of the many reasons R.D.’s clients speak so highly of him. While R.D. has quite an impressive background already, he was also a pastor. “I like to be personable, life is not about transactions, but rather about building relationships.” R.D. continues, “Business to me is the opportunity to have an impact on an individual that I wouldn’t have had otherwise.”

“Working with R.D. was the best decision we ever made.” – Shuang Yi

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MAK ING OTHERS FEEL AT HOME (CONTINUED)

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Randall and Eva Snyder have known R.D. for roughly 11 years. They first met when attending the same church. When they decided to sell their home, “R.D. was the natural choice,” Eva explains, “because of his morals and values, and he has a really good idea of what to do and what not to do.” R.D. would make regular visits to the Snyder’s home to help paint and repair things to prepare for the sale. “He really helped with the process, everything was seamless,” says Eva. The Snyders purchased another home and R.D. was their go-to because he was so knowledgeable and quick to respond. R.D. has a lot of experience, but even more than that, he truly cares for his clients. “I think sometimes people maybe get a real estate agent who is just in it for the money, but R.D. really puts a lot of work into what he does, which I think reflects on his honest attitude and wanting to make sure that you are successful in the process of buying or selling a house.” Eva says. “He’s a great guy, we love him dearly.”

Shaung Yi and Sherri Sun have known RD since 2016, when Sherri met R.D. at an open house. R.D. showed them some nice homes, but ultimately they decided they wanted to buy a new build. This was the couple’s first experience with buying a new build and R.D.’s background in home construction came in very useful during this process. They signed their contract in 2017, and the house was ready to move into in 2019. During the two-year process there were a number of issues that came up, and R.D. worked hard to ensure that everything went as smooth as possible. “He would drive from Loveland for even minor things. He would send emails to the company to check on the progress of the house and would let us know what was going on,” says Shuang. “He was so helpful, and from that we became friends. He

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MAK ING OTHERS FEEL AT HOME (CONTINUED)

“Every other time we bought or sold a house, I wish he would have been there for it, but such is life, I’m just glad he’s there now.”

– Kaleigh Dunn

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“We won’t use anyone else. He’s a great person, honest and thorough.” – Eva Snyder

knowing what to do he called R.D. He came over right away

daily responsibilities. I really feel like he took so much of the

and helped them find someone to do the drywall and was

stress away.” Kaleigh says. R.D. made appointments and

hands-on with the repair work. “He’s just that kind of guy.”

did things that Erik and Kaleigh did not expect a real estate

Shuang says about R.D. “Every time we call him with ques-

agent to do, such as getting a warranty on their appliances

tions he says, “Okay, I’ll just come by.”

for them. If anything came up Erik and Kaleigh knew they

Erik Klaus and Kaleigh Dunn purchased a beautiful home

could call or text R.D. and he would be right there. “R.D

in Marianna Butte. When they went to look at the house R.D.

always has a smile on his face and would explain things in

brought a lot of things to their attention that they wouldn’t

layman’s terms and would just take care of things for us.”

have thought of. “I really felt like from the get go he was look-

Kaleigh explains, “It felt like working with a family member,

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because of the way he was always looking out for us, not

across things that we wouldn’t know to look for.” Kaleigh

just as clients but as people… We’ve gained a new friend

explains. The house included features that they had not

for life out of this, my husband has a new golfing buddy.”

encountered before in buying a house, and R.D. was able to

The couple were especially impressed when after they

help them navigate this new terrain. “Buying a home is fun

purchased the home, R.D. went over to help them unload

once you get there, but going through all the things to get

things out of their trailer, and volunteered his time to phys-

there is not fun at all, and R.D. took so much of that off of our

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plate, so that we could go to work and continue to do our

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PAGE TURNERS

MUST READ CLASSICS

WINTERTIME AND READING GO

through money, education, and love.

HAND-IN-HAND. These short, chilly

As Amory follows his fancies, and

days leave little to do but rediscover

suffers inevitable losses, he finds the

the joys of reading: find a well-loved

more life is stripped down, the easier

book, breathe in deeply, and savor the

it is to see the truth.

aroma of ink on paper. When reading a classic especially, you embrace a story

A TREE GROWS IN BROOKLYN

that unites you with the masses before

BY BETTY SMITH

who have devoted their time to that

This book transports the reader

very same story. So, go on, grab one of

into 1920s Brooklyn, with its tene-

these reads, settle into your comfiest

ment-lined streets and ambitious

spot with your coziest blanket, and

residents. A true product of New York,

savor the long nights the way so many

11-year-old

before you have: with a good book.

the stark reality of her situation while

Francie

grapples

with

looking forward to a time when she LORD OF THE FLIES

can hopefully escape the financial and

BY WILLIAM GOLDING

familial issues that hold her back.

A group of schoolboys are marooned on an island after their plane crashes

MOBY DICK

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BY HERMAN MELVILLE

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The story begins with the narrator.

ble power struggles. The young boys

“Call me Ishmael,” he says in intro-

contend with their newfound freedom,

duction, while inviting the reader to

often to disastrous effects.

join him in his seafaring journey. As Ishmael faces the ultimate struggle

THIS SIDE OF PARADISE

in defeating the white whale, be pre-

BY F. SCOTT FITZGERALD

pared to face your own hesitations and

The fortunate son of a wealthy

deepest fears along the way.

man, Amory Blaine seeks fulfillment

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ARTICLE SKYE MARSH | PHOTOGRAPHY AL MILLIGAN IMAGES/CROWLEY COUNTY CORRECTIONAL FACILITY

INSPIRED BY

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Building Hope

olney springs, colorado HOW CROWLEY COUNTY CORRECTIONAL FACILITY INMATES ARE MAKING HOMEOWNER’S DREAMS COME TRUE Loveland & South Lifestyle | March 2020

AS IF HABITAT FOR HUMANITY WAS NOT

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ETY IN ITS MISSION TO PROVIDE AFFORDABLE

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HOMES FOR DESERVING FAMILIES, THEY TAKE

quick internet search, Baylor discovered Habitat for

IT ONE STEP FURTHER IN THEIR PARTNERSHIP

Humanity and their need for high-quality cabinets at

WITH WEBUILD, A VOCATIONAL EDUCATION

a decent price, and WeBuild was born.

PROGRAM HOUSED IN THE CROWLEY COUNTY

Inside the correctional facility, the program has

CORRECTIONAL FACILITY. At this medium-secu-

grown from an initial 20 inmates in its inaugural year

rity facility in Olney Springs, CO, Ken Baylor and his

to more than a hundred currently. Up to 40 men may

fellow instructors teach inmates invaluable wood-

be on the waitlist for upwards of four months to join

working, truss-making, and other skills necessary to

the classes. The requirements for admission include

cabinet- and home-building.

a high school diploma or GED and a referral from

All the “assignments” these men create in the

a case manager. Upon completion, graduates earn

woodshop are foundational pieces that will eventu-

a journeyman’s license. Those who make their way

ally make their way to residences across Colorado,

into WeBuild and complete it find enormous benefit,

not only into those designated for Habitat for

both vocationally and emotionally.

Humanity recipients, but also into senior living facilities, apartments, and private homes as well.

Ken shares success stories enthusiastically: a 50-year-old leaving prison with his choice between

Since 1998, WeBuild and Habitat have joined

three job offers; a young man now working on the

forces with Crowley to create custom-made, high

outside with the same engineering company he part-

quality wooden cabinets, vanities, and more for

nered with while inside; men who have never built up, CONTINUED >

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INSPIRED BY (CONTINUED) but have only torn down, learning the value of creating for others. “It dang sure changes a lot of lives,” Baylor says.

WeBuild has provided 100% of the cabinets in Colorado’s Habitat for Humanity homes for 22 years. For the past two years, the program has expanded into providing their high-quality products to the average consumer.

In total, WeBuild has provided cabinetry for approximately 5,500 residential units since its inception.

The custom cabinets can be purchased by anyone wishing to save money and contribute to the greater good. Meghan Morris, the Director of ReStore Operations and Human Resources in Loveland, shares that WeBuild cabinets can cost 30-50% less than a comparable product from a traditional retail store. “It’s solid-wood custom cabinets at a ReStore price,” Morris states.

Cindi Hammond, Executive Director of Loveland’s Habitat for Humanity branch, shares that “the craftsmanship of the cabinets far exceeds many things that customers are seeing in the marketplace. The attention to detail, and customization has been impeccable.”

IT MAKES A HUGE CHANGE IN THEIR LIVES... THAT’S WHY I’VE COMMITTED MY LIFE. I’VE BEEN HERE 22 YEARS, I STARTED THE PROGRAM, AND I LOVE MY JOB.” - KEN BAYLOR

People interested in having custom cabinetry built should visit Habitat’s ReStore in Loveland to see a brochure or to speak with Meghan. Options are endless, both in variety of what can be built and materials used. “They can really do anything,” Morris says, “it’s the same as any other custom cabinet maker.” A brochure is available online at habitatcolorado.org/webuild-program.

Customers then make an appointment with Meghan Morris at the ReStore in Loveland to begin the process of creating their custom furnishings. The design ideas are

by the numbers

then sent off to the men at Crowley in the WeBuild program, where they will create CAD drawings and quotes based on the types of materials selected.

Wood choices include everything from the standards

Habitat accepts applications in two cycles

or any other material a customer may be interested in.

per year, with a total of 80-100 applications

“Anything you want, we can get,” Meghan assures. Available

received. Qualifying applicants must make

designs are not limited to kitchen cabinetry: past products

35-70% of the median income. Of those, six

include stand-alone tables and nightstands, home theatre

will be selected for homes.

units, bathroom vanities, and more.

Once the homeowner deems the product design ready,

HOMES BUILT:

the solid wood cabinets are built by hand in the shop

Since its inception in 1987, Habitat has

facilities at Crowley. Because of the detail and care put

built 147 homes for deserving families in

into the final product, the process can take up to 8 weeks

Loveland! Applicants must have lived or

before being ready for delivery across Colorado (Note:

worked in Loveland for at least one year.

Installation is up to the homeowner and not provided by Habitat for Humanity or WeBuild).

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NEED:

such as oak, alder and poplar for painted cabinets, cherry

VOLUNTEERS:

While the builders are unable to see the final product

Providing keys to six homeowners yearly

installed in-person, homeowners often share pictures.

requires, “ten volunteers building four days

That’s when “it becomes personal for them,” according

a week,” according to Cindi Hammond.

to Baylor, “knowing they contributed to the heart of

Loveland’s branch saw 1,300 volunteers

someone’s home.”

serve in 2019.

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how you can get involved

PURCHASE WEBUILD CABINETS: Cabinets are available to the general public through Habitat for Humanity’s ReStore at 5250 N. Garfield Avenue, or call (970) 6697343 to speak with Meghan. A catalogue of available cabinetry designs can be at: habitatcolorado.org/webuild-program.

DONATE TO/SHOP AT RESTORE: The ReStore is “the largest fundraising arm of Habitat. That is how we can build as many homes in Loveland as we do,” according to Morris. Donate gently used goods and shop the treasures offered. Used inventory includes furniture, clothing, construction materials and more; new items include mattresses, area rugs, bamboo memory foam pillows, throw blankets, and more.

VOLUNTEER: Volunteers are needed in a wide variety of capacities, from sorting donations to answering phones, or even in the construction of a home. “We will teach you everything you need to know on the day that you build. It is a very supportive environment,” Hammond promises. For more information, please visit: lovelandhabitat.org/volunteer.

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