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LIFESTYLE LETTER

DECEMBER 2020 PUBLISHER

Kristi Dressler | kristi.dressler@lifestylepubs.com MARKE T SUPPORT COORDINATOR

Time Flies

Hannah Echols | hannah.echols@lifestylepubs.com PUBLICATION DIRECTOR

Jessica Laguna | jessica.laguna@lifestylepubs.com

IT SEEMS LIKE JUST YESTERDAY WE WERE SITTING DOWN TO WRITE OUR

EDITORIAL COORDINATOR

JANUARY LETTER TO ALL OF YOU—TALKING ABOUT RESOLUTIONS AND

Jessica Laguna | jessica.laguna@lifestylepubs.com

RENEWAL—AND YET, HERE WE ARE, ALMOST TIME TO DO IT AGAIN.

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Evan Deuvall

Renewal has an entirely different meaning as we get closer to closing out 2020.

Although this has been a challenging year for everyone, the saying still holds true for us here at Loveland & South Lifestyle—time flies when you’re having fun. We cherish the good times and positive vibes of 2020. In these pages, and everything we create for you, we focus on the good we see in our community. Those who are giving back. The true heroes who are making a difference. It's our pleasure to bring you these heartwarming stories. There's no question why time flies when you're having this much fun being a beacon of hope and love.

There’s a unique perspective that working in publishing brings. While we certainly

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don’t want to wish our lives away, we’re always looking toward the future. Whether it’s planning our next issue or developing story ideas for the next year, we’re often already fast forwarded to future months before the current month has even begun.

The fast-paced lifestyle this industry calls for can often make it difficult to really settle down and absorb what’s going on around us and, before we know it, the year is over and it’s time to move forward again.

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So this December, we hope you take the time to embrace the slow down brought

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on us by the pandemic. With the holiday season upon us, we hope you make the

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time to take it all in. Enjoy your time with family and friends, bask in the magic of the

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INSIDE THE ISSUE DECEMBER 2020

FEATURES 14 Soaring High Helping students soar in their education to reach their goals

20 A Timeless Drink Spicing up your holiday festives

24 Mountain Town Getaway Local mountain getaway fun for couples or the whole family

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30 Holiday Retreat One of our experts shares how she decorates her home for Christmas

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DEPARTMENTS 4

Lifestyle Letter

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Good Times

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Around Town

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Giving Back

20 Culinary Creations 24 Travel Destination 30 Renovate & Refine 32 DIY

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Loveland's First Scarecrow Scavenger Hunt Over 260 images were submitted to Visit Loveland's #LovelandScarecrow as participants enjoyed their quest to locate all 33 artistic scarecrows across the city. Each scarecrow was meticulously designed by local artists and businesses as a way of showing off Loveland’s thriving art community. The grand prize of a Loveland staycation was awarded to Caleb Milne of Lafayette, CO. PHOTOGRAPHY | PROVIDED BY VISIT LOVELAND

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1. Lauren Riggenbach - Rock Bottom Brewery, sponsored and designed by Promenade Shops at Centerra | 2. Rebekah Walston - Chilson Recreation Center, sponsored and designed by Chilson Recreation Center | 3. Blythe Leinwand - Chapungu Sculpture Park, sponsored and designed by Visit Loveland | 4. Brooke Mirville - Scripted Bar & Kitchen, sponsored and designed by Scripted Bar & Kitchen | 5. Caleb Milne - Rialto Theater, sponsored and designed by Rialto Theater | 6. Cassie Osberg - B Sweet Cupcakes, sponsored and designed by B Sweet Cupcakes

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GOOD TIMES

NoCo's Greatest Drive-Thru Trick-or-Treat Experience Families from all over Colorado drove through a series of vignettes decorated by local businesses, schools and nonprofits while kids trick-or-treated safely from their car window. This fundraiser for Thompson Education Foundation was free to the public and drew quite the crowd, including the Headless Horseman!

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Mobile Curling, Snowzilla, Everest Climb n Slide,

of Co’s BMW Center, a BMW and MINI dealership

and the World’s Largest Snowman. All events will

in Loveland, Colorado, has been nominated for the

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WHEN IT COMES TO ACHIEVING A GOAL, RUDY AIST IS FLYING. At 15 years old, he decided he wanted to be a pilot. In 2015 he entered

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Aims Community College’s professional pilot program.

Rudy was born with radioulnar synostosis, a condition in which the bones and tissues in his forearm are abnormally connected. Having complete control and being able to use his left hand and wrist pain-free was key to manipulating the controls in the cockpit, and none of the prosthetics he’d tried were right for the job. He needed a particular kind of prosthetic.

When Aims flight instructor Kevin Haynes saw Rudy’s need, he leveraged his background in healthcare and his connections at Aims to help the 26-year-old buy the prosthetic — a $5,000 investment — and keep the Fort Collins man’s promising career goals on track.

Aims Assistant Dean of Students and Director of Disability Access Services Dana Jones was Haynes’ contact. A plan to deliver student emergency funds was soon underway with the support of Rudy’s advisor and the Aims Community College Foundation.

“Getting Rudy this help was truly a team effort,” Jones said. “It is totally the reason we are all here.”

The Aims Community College Foundation provided financial support for Rudy in the form of a student emergency scholarship.

“Through scholarships, the Aims Community College Foundation enhances the effort of investing in our future and communities,” said Kelly Jackson, the foundation’s executive director. “Support for academic direction equals access to employment and boosts economic impact, creating a vibrant economy and success, not only for the students but employers as well.”

In this case, the foundation funded Rudy’s tuition so that he could personally pay for the prosthetic with support from his insurance company. This allowed him to cover tuition and cover the out-of-pocket cost for the prosthetic.

“Helping students is one of the ways Aims gives back, but if not for community support, such endeavors wouldn’t be possible,” Kelly notes.

According to a Northern Colorado Public Colleges and University study conducted by EMSI for the 2017-18 fiscal year, the community’s investment in education pays off in numerous ways.

Aims is a local district college, meaning that it receives funding from taxpayers in its district and through legislative action. Tuition and fees are just 20 percent of the college’s budget. Aims’ tuition is among the lowest in the state, which makes it an affordable educational option while also doing much to support the future of the local economy.

The EMSI study found that, collectively, the four public colleges and universities in Northern Colorado injected $3.9 billion into the economy with payroll, construction, and other spending during the study period. In doing so, it created one out of every eight jobs in the region.

About 90 percent of Aims alumni stay in Northern Colorado and, combined with their fellow graduates, contribute $2 billion to the economy in the form of a highly skilled workforce (a workforce that earns higher wages.)

Buying real estate, groceries, and entertainment add up, creating a wealth of enjoyment for everyone living and working in Northern Colorado.

That creates a 14.1 percent average rate of return for taxpayers’ $307.2 million tax revenue investment, according to EMSI. Put another way, for CONTINUED >

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every $1 spent in taxpayer contributions, there was an astonishing $5.20 return on the investment. The investment in education pays off in other ways, too.

For every $1 students spent on education, graduates realized a $3.20 return on their investment. That income translates into reduced dependency on government services and adds to the overall quality of life for residents.

As for Rudy, he is fast approaching graduation. Having already earned his private pilot license, he has just three lessons to go to earn his commercial pilot’s license.

He doesn’t plan on flying away from Northern Colorado anytime soon though. In fact, he hopes to join Aims Community College staff as a flight instructor at Aims’ flight center at Northern Colorado Regional Airport, a move that will help him log more flight hours and bring him closer to his goal of becoming a commercial pilot with Southwest Airlines.

From there, he hopes NASA comes calling with a need for his skills.

“I just think it would be so cool to say ‘I work at NASA,’” he says, noting that they do indeed employ pilots.

‘COMMUNITY’ IS AIMS’ MIDDLE NAME Aims Community College continually strives to find new ways to support its community. In recent years, Aims’ Loveland campus has partnered with community leaders to support economic growth and has expanded access to education.

In one such program, Aims accounting students are trained in tax return preparation and then certified by the IRS to help low and middle-income taxpayers with their returns. The program, known as Volunteer Income Tax Assistance, or VITA, is free to taxpayers who meet the income requirement. Aims has participated in the Tax Help Colorado program for 12 years now, helping claim millions in federal and state refunds.

Another program helps introduce youth ages 9 to 15 years-old to the college experience. Through the fourday experience of College for Kids, students choose from a variety of classes including creative and cultural pursuits, exercise and nutrition, and business applications.

To stay informed about these and other community-oriented programs, visit aims.edu.

CONTACT INFO Aims Community College www.aims.edu 970-330-8008

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“HELPING STUDENTS IS ONE OF THE WAYS AIMS GIVES BACK, BUT IF NOT FOR COMMUNITY SUPPORT, SUCH ENDEAVORS WOULDN’T BE POSSIBLE.”

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CULINARY CREATIONS

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RECIPE + 6 large eggs plus 2 additional yolks + ½ cup sugar + Pinch of salt + 3 cups whole milk + 1 cup heavy cream + 1 tablespoon vanilla extract + 1/2 teaspoon Grated fresh nutmeg, to serve INSTRUCTIONS 1. Place egg yolks, sugar and salt into a large non-stick pan and whisk until well combined and smooth.

2. Place milk and double cream into a large jug and briefly whisk together.

3. Place pan with egg yolks and sugar over a low-medium heat and attach a candy thermometer. Add a splash of the milk/cream mixture and whisk until combined.

4. Continue very gradually adding milk and whisking between each addition to ensure there are no lumps. Switch from a whisk to a wooden spoon once all the milk is added.

5. Keep stirring and cooking gently until the candy thermometer reaches 160F/70C – this is the temperature at which the eggs are safe to consume.

6. Mixture will begin to thicken; keep cooking until the mixture coats the back of a spoon. At around 160-180F/82C is when the mixture is thick enough to coat the spoon. It won’t be super thick, but will feel slight “resistance” when stirring.

7. Make sure you don’t boil the mixture or put it on too high a heat --this could scrambled the eggs!

8. Remove from the heat and add the vanilla extract, stirring to combine.

9. At that point, remove it from the heat and, if necessary, strain it using a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth to remove any bits of cooked egg.

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10. Leave to cool for 15 minutes before placing a layer of cling film over the top of the eggnog; touching the top of the eggnog so that no skin develops as the eggnog cools.

11. Once completely cool, place in an airtight container and store in the

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fridge. Should be consumed within 3 days. Approximately 14 servings.

Here are a few suggestions for how to spice up your eggnog. When making an entire batch alcoholic, simply add 1 cup of your desired liquor and place mixture in an airtight glass container in the refrigerator until it is time to serve, at least 4 hours. If you would rather add a little

EGGNOG AND CHRISTMAS GO HAND

liquor as you go, add as little as 1/2 ounce to 1 ounce to a 8 ounce cup

IN HAND. What better way to enhance

of eggnog, depending how strong you would prefer it to be. Grating

the Christmas spirit than by making your

chocolate on the top, swirling whipped cream, or add a scoop of vanilla

own eggnog from scratch to share with

ice cream is always another way to add to the festive occasion.

family and friends this Christmas season. Depending on your mood, adding a little liquor such as brandy, rum or rum chatta, whiskey, bourbon or cognac will help spice up your festive occasion.

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Holiday Scams to Avoid

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“With the holiday season upon us, it isn’t just retailers looking to turn a profit.

Scammers exploit the spirit of the holidays to help separate victims from their money. Many of these scams are used throughout the year, but are given a new twist for the holidays.”

Bait-and-Switch Only purchase big ticket items from respected retailers. Scammers frequently use cheap tablets, smart phones, MP3 players, jewelry and gift cards as part of bait-and-switch scams. They may even allow the victim to check out an item, but rest assured after the money is exchanged the victim will not get the item they are expecting.

If you have any questions about a transaction or feel you may be the victim of a scam, contact Lisa Melville today

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Research a charity before making a donation and make sure they are legitimate. Scammers often imitate reputable agencies – use links and websites from dependable sources.

Scammers often take advantage of the holiday spirit of giving period. They may send victims an email requesting assistance or approach victims in public.

Do not open attachments from senders you do not know and be wary of strangelyworded emails. Make sure your computer’s antivirus software is up to date and use it to scan anything suspicious.

Scammers will use high tech scanners to read the numbers off of the gift cards sold in the aisles of major retailers. They will then return the cards to the store shelf and monitor them to see when they are activated. Once activated, they will use the card numbers to spend the funds before the intended recipient has a chance to use the card.

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NE OF THE MANY GREAT THINGS ABOUT LIVING AT THE FOOT OF THE ROCKY MOUNTAINS IS THAT WE HAVE SOME OF THE

BEST SCENERY, ACTIVITIES, AND LOCALES WITHIN AND ENVIABLY CLOSE REACH. One of the best examples of this is Estes Park, the famed mountain resort town and gateway to Rocky Mountain National Park. Just 30 miles west of Loveland, Estes Park offers unparalleled natural beauty and a plethora of activities that can keep any visitor captivated. With the holiday season coming on, what better place for a wintertime getaway than The Rockies and Estes Park? What makes Estes even better is that no matter what kind of getaway you are planning, Estes has got you covered.

Whether you are looking for the perfect, romantic couples weekend or a fun filled family holiday, we have prepared a list of the best places to make sure your stay is a memorable one.

If it’s a romantic couple’s getaway you are looking for, check out these amazing accommodations, enviable eater-

ies, and seasonal activities.

This is the quintessential upscale mountain experience. With 14 luxury suites, each with its own unique alpine charm, in an unmatched natural setting, the Chateau

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guests all the sophisticated charm of the Alps with all the coziness of the American Rockies.

The suites have beautiful fireplaces, sitting nooks,

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perfect for sharing a special moment. Other

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amenities on site include a spa, The Loft cocktail bar, a unique theatre room, and a chef curated breakfast.

Did we mention it’s also adults only? And if you’re looking to tie the knot, the Chateau also does weddings! What better place for you and the loved one in your life to stay this holiday season?

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What says you’re in the Rocky Mountains more than a great steakhouse in an optimal setting? That brings us to Twin Owls Steakhouse. One part East Coast steak and seafood joint, one part Rocky Mountain chop house, Twin Owls hits the mark for fine dining in Estes Park. Specializing in steaks, game, and seafood, the menu is a wonderfully

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experience. Appetizers like the slow roasted pork belly and jumbo lump crab are savory and satisfying. Entrees include a large selec-

tion of steaks and feature standouts like the elk sirloin and bison bone-in ribeye. Other expertly executed dishes include seafood bucatini and short ribs with gnocchi. They also have specially crafted cocktails featuring locally distilled spirits. Fine dining doesn’t get any better than this.

Nothing is better than a hearty, family breakfast to prepare you for a day full of mountain, holiday activities. That is where The Egg of Estes comes into play.

Serving up delicious, scratch

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beef hash with eggs, or something on the sweeter side like waffes or French Toast, The Egg of Estes elevates these familiar dishes to new heights.

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woodlands on fall river and worldmark by wyndham It’s all about the rustic charm at Woodlands on Fall River and WorldMark by Wyndham. Rooms at both locations are perfect for the family looking to get the full mountain charm experience. They include a fire place and a furnished kitchen in their lodgings, which is great for bigger groups that plan to stay for a while. Combine that with excellent river-front views in the mountains, and you can’t go wrong bringing your family to either lodging.

Recommended Activities: Having the country’s biggest natural playground at your fingertips makes finding activities for the whole family easy. Hiking, cross-country skiing, and ice fishing are all mountain activities that will keep your blood pumping. Fun City in Estes Park offers activities such as bumper cars, a giant slide and more. And after you’re done with all that, swing by downtown Estes Park for a freshly baked cookie or saltwater taffy to satisfy your sweet tooth.

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HOLIDAY RENOVATE & REFINE

ARTICLE SUE BALDANI PHOTOGRAPHY FLOURISH BRANDING PHOTOGRAPHY, PROVIDED

HOME DESIGN CHRISTMAS IS IN THE AIR, AND ALL AROUND THE HOUSE

STEPHANI RAABE, SHOWROOM MAN-

Make the room feel cozy with pillows and

AGER OF DAHL DECOR IN LOVELAND,

blankets that have some red flannel or some

LENDS HER DECORATING EXPERTISE TO

other subtle Christmas tones. Envision a cabin in

GIVE US IDEAS AND TIPS ON HOW TO

winter, where it’s warm and comfy and inviting.

CREATE A CLASSY, FUN AND FESTIVE HOLIDAY LOOK. She loves to make her home her own private little retreat, especially around Christmas.

DINING ROOM I think it’s fun to do a full table setting and just leave it out, especially if you have a formal dining room. There would be placemats and

LIVING ROOM

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napkins and wine glasses, and a natural pine

I like to decorate in a way that makes

centerpiece with candles. I also like to hang

Christmas feel magical, but not overwhelm-

some accent pieces on my dining room walls

ing. I like to incorporate things like paper

such as some fun holiday photos from previ-

snowflakes that my kids make, fresh pine

ous years.

and pine cones, and I love crisp white and

In the china cabinet, show off your

warm wood tones. It’s kind of like bringing

Christmas china if you have it, and also put in

the outside in.

some twinkle lights and pops of ribbon.

FRONT PORCH I would use pine with holly berries, some ribbon and, of course, a wreath, which is always glorious on a front door. If you have furni-

If you have a staircase banister, wrap it in garland with ribbon and lights. You can also hang Christmas balls in one color to coordinate with the ribbon.

ture on the front porch, accent it with outdoor pillows that are, once

When at home, simmer a pot of cider, cinnamon sticks, fresh

again, flannel colored. Set out some [flameless] candles, and don’t

oranges and apples on the stove to get the scent of Christmas in the

forget a welcome rug!

air. You can, of course, use scented candles as well.

Start with a blank palette. Put away all your everyday décor and

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start fresh with your Christmas decorations. Be mindful of what you

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STYLE TIP When at home, simmer a pot of cider, cinnamon sticks, fresh oranges and apples on the stove to get the scent of Christmas in the air. You can, of course, use scented candles as well.

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DIY

bullet journaling 101 ARTICLE NICOLETTE MARTIN

PHOTOGRAPHY ESTÉE JANSSENS

Let’s face it—in today’s so-much-to-do-and-so-little-time cultural mindset, it

can be hard to keep track of everything we need to do. Wake up—did you get enough sleep? Brush your teeth. Feed the kids. Feed the dog. Get ready for work.

Make your lunch. Those are just six things to think about in the span of 15 minutes after your alarm goes off.

With all of these things to keep track of and our lives moving a mile a minute,

anything we can find to streamline our obligations (and our thoughts) can be a lifesaver! Enter: bullet journaling. It’s equal parts calendar, meal tracker, diary, self care and, well, really anything else that you want to keep tabs on! The “mindfulness practice disguised as a productivity system,” coined by creator Ryder Carroll, can help you master the art of intentional living—any way you want to.

THE BASICS YOU NEED TO KNOW TO START ORGANIZING YOUR LIFE + ACCOMPLISHING YOUR GOALS

start simple

make it your own

There’s so much you can do

When you start searching for

The most important thing to

here with just a notebook (you’ll

bullet journaling on Pinterest,

remember is that it is for you

probably want one with a dotted

it can get really overwhelming

and not anyone else. Find lay-

grid) and a pen! If you want to

really fast. Decide what is most

outs that help with what you

add some creative flair, consider

important for you to keep track

need, use your favorite colors,

incorporating markers, stickers

of and start with that! If you try

doodle things that help you out

and washi tape.

to do too much at once, you’ll be

and make it work for YOU and

less likely to stick with it.

your goals!

what you need

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page styles

t ypes of pages in a bullet jour nal + Mood tracker + Activity tracker + Exercise tracker + Ideas list + Chore list + Budget tracker + Spending log + Bucket list + Reading list + Yearly goals + Happiness log + Sleep tracker

symbols

s ymbol char t A bullet journal really becomes what you make it. Use symbols that speak to you! Here are some basics to start with:

Task

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