Living in Fort Collins - Spring 2014

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Welcome to

Fort Collins is known by the locals as, “FoCo”, “The Fort”, “FTC”, or “The Choice City”, but we simply like

Fort Collins

Choosing the right real estate company can make all the difference.

At RE/MAX Alliance in Fort Collins, we have the agent that’s the perfect fit for all the things that move you. Whether you’re relocating to Fort Collins from somewhere else, or simply looking for a new neighborhood, our agents are the experts when it comes to all things Fort Collins. We have two offices conveniently located in Fort Collins, with over 100 professional, experienced Realtors® to help navigate you through the buying or selling process.

to call it home.

You’ll find that Fort Collins has a little bit of something for everyone.

Downtown Office 125 S. Howes Street #120 (970) 482-1781 downtown@homesincolorado.com

South Office

4703 A Boardwalk Drive (970) 226-3990 boardwalk@homesincolorado.com

Fort Collins Work, Play, or Live.

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Each office independently owned & operated

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CONTENTS ONWARD! Make Today Amazing Living In‘s Months Ahead

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PETS Seasonal Pet Safety Pet Portraiture

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PROFILE Roller Derby: Rocky Mountain Style

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DETAILS Spring Design Trends Start Fresh Photography 101

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FASHION Clean It Out

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HEALTH Clean Eating Basics

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FOOD, ETC. Foodie Profile

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EDUCATE GI VE BACK

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EVERYDAY JOE’S COFFEE

A Compassionate Cup Since 2002 the Timberline Oldtown Church has gathered at 144 South Mason Street every Sunday. For the remaining six days of the week the amazing space - with its high ceilings, art covered brick walls and painted concrete floors - was without use. Instead of letting the beautiful venue go unappreciated Timberline Oldtown Church opened its doors to the public with the creation of Everyday Joe’s Coffee House. >> 7

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t Everyday Joe’s Coffee House it is widely accepted that everyone deserves to be taken care of.

Coffee and espresso drinks are made with care and served with a welcoming smile by volunteers. In an effort to benefit and serve the community Everyday Joe’s was formed as a non-profit coffee house run mainly by volunteers. The space is equipped with a stage, sound system and theater lighting for weekend concerts, community events or to be reserved for private parties. All of these amenities are offered to help build a sense of community in Fort Collins.

At my last visit to Everyday Joe’s the two baristas, Quinn and Cara, eagerly welcomed me in. They are two of the many volunteers that work a four-hour shift whenever their schedule allows and work for tips only. The volunteers are told that part of their work agreement is “you have to be able to serve people with love.” In my short visit I found Cara and Quinn to be perfect example of this.

At the end of each day the coffee house offers the homeless free coffee and a place to come in from the cold until the homeless shelter opens. Quinn shared a story about a homeless man that stopped at Everyday Joe’s and told the volunteers working that day of his plan to walk to Wyoming to find work. The volunteers also discovered that the man’s boots had holes worn through the bottom, making it difficult to walk any distance. After sharing this same story at church on Sunday, three pairs of boots were waiting for the man at Everyday Joe’s the very next day. No matter your religion or faith, I believe everyone can appreciate generosity.

If you are looking for a good cup of coffee and a place where you can relax don’t hesitate to go to Everyday Joe’s Coffee House. You will love the experience.

144 Mason St, Ft. Collins; 970-224-4138 everydayjoes.org

Everyday Joe’s was formed as a non-profit coffee house, run mainly by volunteers when their schedules allow, and only working for tips.

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PINOT’S PALETTE

Be Your Own Van Gogh

159 W. Mountain Ave; @pinotfortcollins; (970) 214-5208

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aint. Drink. Have fun. Pinot’s Palette is locally owned and operated by co-owners, Kim Fain and Tony Curtis. They have been open for one and a half years and employ ten artists. All of their artists are trained in the “Pinot way” of painting to help the aspiring artists that come into the shop. So bring your friends, open your favorite bottle of wine and get ready to be inspired. Pinot’s Palette will send you home with your very own masterpiece that you created while having a

fun evening with friends. Instead of the traditional wedding shower or Christmas party invite your friends to a wine and paint party. Pinot’s Palette will even bring the party to you. What could be easier? They also feature wine and cheese pairings with the help of the Welsh Rabbit Cheese Shop for special events.

“Pinot’s Palette has a mission to bring art to the masses in a fun way and to teach the painters the magic of creating their own masterpieces.”

Pick up these supplies at your local crafting store to get started!

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jute rope hot glue gun & glue sticks material of choice, we used some leftover linen scissors cardboard box, approx. 12”x10”

Get Crafty: The Jute Box Learn to make this incredibly useful, ultra chic jute box on our website: livingindenver. co. You will have a cool storage piece for magazines, pantry staples, closet items -not to mention a great gift - for a fraction of the retail price.

GO TO: Mama Said Sew 406 N. College, Fort Collins, 970-493-0623

Joann’s Fabrics 2701 S. College, Fort Collins, 970-226-0262

Hobby Lobby 4106 S. College, Fort Collins, 970-223-3663

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MAMA SAID SEW / #mamasaidsew #livinginfortcollins #fortcollinscrafting

The Traditions Of Sewing

Keeping crafting, sewing and the creative nature alive in downtown Fort Collins.

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ngela Gray opened Mama Said Sew in 2010.

With several generations of sewers in her family, Gray wanted to bring back the art of crafting and the ability to sew clothing that would last.

Gray and her staff share a passion for creating and crafting and are working to spread the word. Today many people do not think twice about purchasing the items that could be easily made at home. Mama Said Sew hopes to introduce its creative ways to customers and keep crafting alive for a new generation. Gray and her staff love seeing the look on a customer’s faces after completing a project.

Mama Said Sew offers several different classes such as Learning to Sew, Kids Sewing Club, Craftsy Classes, Block of the Month, and Sewing 101 to name a few. They also have a great selection of fabrics and fabric bundles, while adding new fabric daily.

Mama Said Sew is currently located at 121 East Mountain Ave, 970-493-0623; mamasaidsew.com - but they are moving to 406 N. College (just a few blocks north)!

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ONWARD! NOTEWORTHY DATES, HELPFUL TIPS & REMINDERS TO LIVE YOUR BEST SPRING MONTHS AHEAD

MAKE TODAY AMAZING The beginning is always now.

NO MATTER WHAT THE HISTORY OF YOUR DAY HAS ENTAILED THUS FAR, THE REST OF YOUR DAY DEPENDS ON WHAT YOU DO RIGHT NOW. THE REST OF YOUR DAY IS GOING TO BE GREAT! HERE ARE A FEW REMINDERS TO MAKE IT SO.

LOOSEN YOUR GRIP

T rying to micromanage every little thing every moment is stressful. Life should be touched, not strangled.

Sometimes you’ve got to relax and let life happen without incessant worry. Starting now, let go before you squeeze too tight. Take a deep breath.

You don’t have to know exactly where you’re going every single second to be headed somewhere great. Everything in life is in perfect order whether you understand it yet or not. It just takes some time to connect all the dots.

FORWARD FOCUS

You can’t go back to how things were, or how you thought they were supposed to be; everything other than the present moment is just an illusion. All you really have is now.

The smartest thing you can control in life is your reaction to what’s beyond your control. Dwelling on negativity from the past simply contributes to its power. Put positive energy into what’s going to move you forward. Everyone’s life has positive and negative aspects – whether you’re happy and successful or not depends greatly on which aspects you focus on. The best thing you can do now is to let go of what you can’t control, and invest in the things you can.

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MARCH 2014

LIVING IN’S MONTHS AHEAD

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for the Roman god of War: Mars. This was the time of year to resume military campaigns that had been interrupted by Winter.

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Read Across America Day inspired by Dr. Seuss

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Check batteries in smoke & carbon monoxide detectors

Take time to give back and volunteer with your favorite local charity

Denver Home Show begins (March 14-16th)

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Spring equinox

Visit Golden for the 12th Annual Mountain Fest

Wash & detail your vehicle to remove winter grit & salt

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Daylight Savings begins! Turn clocks forward one hour

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Purim begins at sundown

St. Patrick’s Day

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Take your family pet to the groomer to help with seasonal shedding

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Remove, clean and store storm windows for the season

Repair torn or damaged window screens and install

Boulder Arts Week begins (March 28th-April 6th)

Boulder Arts Week;

March 28-April 6, 2014, is Boulder’s first large-scale, inclusive celebration of the community’s vibrant arts and cultural offerings.

Including art walks, First Friday, exhibitions, performances, dance, music, theatre, artist demonstrations, and symposia.

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heck birdhouses for damage and give them a spring cleaning before tenants arrive for the season. Keep your feeders filled with the best backyard birdseed to attract wild birds and foster an attractive habitat that enhances any home and provides endless watching opportunities.

Stop by the Wild Bird Center at 7800 East Hampden Avenue in the Tiffany Shopping Center or 1250 Uinta Street to discover new bird and nature habitat ideas for your outdoor oasis. Pick up basics like feeders, birdbaths, nest boxes, books, media, binoculars, gifts and the freshest, protein-packed seed blends.

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Those lace up boots may be your favorite spring trend, but March brings rain and mud!

Sprinkle salt on carpets to dry out muddy footprints before vacuuming.

APRIL 2014 SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY

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from the Latin aperio, “to open (bud)”

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Beware – it’s April Fool’s Day!

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Take your lawn mower to be serviced and blades sharpened

Check & clean household filters on stove hoods, dryer vents, heating & cooling vents

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Palm Sunday

First day of Passover begins at sundown

Tax Day

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Tulip Fairy & Elf Festival in Boulder

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SPEND AN HOUR DOING SOMETHING YOU ARE PASSIONATE ABOUT When you strike that fine balance between

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Good Friday

UNC/Greeley Jazz Festival (April 24-26th)

Enjoy the music of your favorite jazz musician on International Jazz Day

the challenge of an activity and your skill at performing it, when the rhythm of your work feels in sync with your purpose, when you know that what you’re doing makes a difference, you become absorbed in the task at hand to the

Tackle your spring cleaning one room at a time

Brighten your entryway with a colorful planter filled with blooming plants

Administrative Professionals Day

Prepare May Day baskets to be delivered to friends and neighbors on the 1st

utting something off instantly makes it harder P and scarier. What you don’t start today won’t be finished by tomorrow; and there’s nothing more stressful than the perpetual lingering of an unfinished task. You know that thing you’ve been meaning to do, but keep putting off and it keeps nagging at you from the back of your mind. Put the nagging to bed by taking action now!

Put on your tennis shoes, it’s National Walk to Work Day

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CHECK ONE DAUNTING TASK OFF YOUR TO-DO LIST

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Replace heavy winter bedding with spring & summer bedding

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of our world than reaching down on a daily basis to lift someone up. Do something nice for someone who has no way of paying you back.

Do it because you can, and because it makes the world a happier place. When you make a positive impact in someone else’s life, you also make a positive impact in your own life. Do something that’s greater than you – something that helps someone else to be happy or to suffer less. It will be an extremely rewarding experience; and your small gesture just might TRY SOMETHING NEW touch a wound that only kindness can heal.

Step out of your comfort zone and try something REMEMBER: LIFE IS GOOD! completely new. Aim for something small that You deserve some time every day in which woryou can accomplish in an hour or less. A whole ries don’t get in the way of your happiness. Monew activity or just a small experience, variety truments when, even if some people are insensitive ly is the spice of life. You can see or do something or unkind around you, you’re not going to mind a million times, but you can only see or do it for because you realize that the blessings you have the first time once. As a result, first time experireceived are far greater than the burdens you ences often lift our spirits and our consciousness. are dealing with. You can create time like this for yourself today. There is power in positivity.

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point where time ceases to exist. This is what true passion and happiness feels like. On your average day, flow experiences like these are those flashes of intense living when you’re engrossed in a meaningful task that makes you feel more alive. These optimal experiences can happen when you’re engaged in work, paid or unpaid, that moves you. Work like this is something you should be pursuing for at least an hour on a daily basis.

There is no exercise better for the improvement

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MAY 2014

LIVING IN’S MONTHS AHEAD

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for the Roman goddess Maia, who oversaw the growth of plants. Also from the Latin maiores, “elders”, who were celebrated now.

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Clean branches, trash & leaves out from under your deck or porch

Cinco de Mayo

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Transplant tomato plants to the warm soil

Memorial Day Thank you veterans and active military for your dedication and service!

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Happy May Day!

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Check lawn for bare spots to be patched & reseeded

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Inspect & clean your grill to ensure it’s ready for a season of backyard BBQ’s

Clean out closets and donate gently used items to charity

Remove from storage and arrange outdoor furniture

Mother’s Day Treat Mom to Sunday Brunch or a homemade breakfast

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Wash & dry clean winter clothing before storing until next year

Start planning your Memorial Day festivities to start summer

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Check porch steps & bannisters for signs of wear, cracks, or lose nails

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MAY 31ST - JUNE 1ST

CHALK TALK HONOR MOM

Tiny pyrite, gold and black stones give these delicate Shashi wrap bracelets a luxurious touch.

Weld County Veterans Memorial

Shashi Blair Wrap Bracelet, $89.00 ea. strutdenver.com ; 3611 W. 32nd. Ave

THANK YOU. Take time to personally thank a veteran or active duty service man or woman for their contribution to this country. Pay tribute this Memorial Day Weekend by visiting sites like the Weld County Veterans Memorial in Greeley.

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The Denver Chalk Art Festival on Larimer Square is a FREE two-day street-painting festival.

More than 200 artists will spend the weekend turning the streets of Larimer Square into a museum of chalk art.

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LIVING IN... / WITH FIELD EDITOR KIMBA ORR

FORT COLLINS

THE LINCOLN CENTER

THE CULTURAL EXPERIENCE The Lincoln Center’s mission is to be a leader in cultural experience for the community. Lincoln Center offers professional theater, music, children’s programs, visual arts, and dance programs.

There are two performing art spaces, which include a 1,180-seat performance hall and a 220-seat theatre. Lincoln Center is one of Colorado’s largest and most diverse presenters of the arts. Three galleries and outdoor sculpture area, terrace, and performance garden are all a part of the Lincoln Center. Artists intested in having their work displayed may submit proposals for consideration of solo and group exhibitions in their galleries.

417 W. Magnolia St., Fort Collins; 970-221-6730; fcgov.com/lctix #fortcollinstheater #livinginfortcollins #lincolncenterfortcollins

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Located in a small yellow cottage at 401 South Meldrum, Lucile’s delivers big New Orleans flavor! The warm and cozy surroundings are reminiscent of a lifestyle and culture that is only found in New Orleans and is also found in their food.

Lucile’s friendly staff welcome customers like old friends and the good service keeps customers coming back for more. Lucile’s offers an array of gourmet breakfast and lunch items. We recommend stopping by for a breakfast of warm beignets, a New Orleans style donut that’s hard to resist.

Your taste buds will be transported straight to “The Big Easy” with just one bite of the New Orleans style items, such as a the praline waffles, collard greens, or grits. Have Lucile’s cater your next event for a meal that everyone will be talking about!

401 S. Meldrum, Fort Collins; 970-224-5464; luciles.com

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You love Denver. You love hiking, skiing, shopping, and dining.

You love concerts, sports and all that the metro area has to offer.

So try RTD bus or light rail and we know you’ll love transit too.

303.299.6000 rtd-denver.com

In the Cherry Creek School District, it is not about averages, it is about individuals

 The Cherry Creek School District is one of the highest-achieving school districts in the state. Students consistently rank well above the state averages on statewide accountability tests, and above state and national averages on SAT and ACT college board exams.  All of the schools in the Cherry Creek School District are in the top two categories of the new accreditation system recently developed by the Colorado Department of Education. Ninetyeight percent rank in the highest category, compared to 70% statewide.

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 The Cherry Creek School District has the third most National Board Certified Teachers in Colorado.  We educate more than 53,000 children and serve over 300,000 residents in 108 square miles that spread across eight municipalities: Cherry Hills Village, Centennial, Foxfield, Glendale, Greenwood Village and portions of Aurora, Englewood and Denver.  SchoolMatch, an independent, nationwide service, has recognized the Cherry Creek School District as among only 16% of school districts nationwide with its “What Parents Want Award” for 18 consecutive years.

4700 South Yosemite Street Greenwood Village, CO 80111 303.773.1184 www.cherrycreekschools.org

To inspire every student SPRING 2014 to think, to learn, to achieve, to care.

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PETS SEASONAL PET SAFETY; UNIQUE PET PAINTINGS & PORTRAITURE

TAKE IT SLOW

Pets that have been cooped up all winter need to rebuild muscle and endurance just as a person would after a vacation from exercise.

Warm weather may inspire you and your pet to get outdoors for exercise and activity but take it slow. Pets will likely try to keep up even if their bodies aren’t prepared for long runs or intense exercise that may lead to an injury. Be mindful of limitations and gradually build your pets strength and endurance.

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an artist’s perspective UNIQUE FRONT RANGE PET ARTISTS Your favorite personal photographer may be able to fulfill your pet photography or portraiture needs, but if you are needing a bit of guidance in choosing a talented areaartist specializing in bringing out the very best in your four-legged friend, we have compiled a list of locals to get you started.

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PET PORTRAITURE

An art form once reserved solely for the likes of aristocrats, new-age pet portraits and commissioned paintings are on the rise.

BY KALEY RHODES

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he history of animals as artistic subject matter goes back as far as the bison paintings in the Lascaux caves in Dordogne, France. Since dogs and other pets have shared their lives with humans, they have been depicted in carvings and paintings in early Egyptian, Greek, Mesopotamian and Roman art.

While Lascaux paintings date back to 15,000 BC., and while animals may have appeared in paintings throughout the ages, it wasn’t until the 19th century that animal portraiture became immensely popular.

When thriving, it was largely due to aristocratic values; a lord was hardly properly represented in oil unless surrounded by his hounds.

Portraiture at this time was part of a family’s holdings and heritage, and paintings were a way of immortalizing the suject matter; making future generations aware of, and pay homage to, the past.

Respect for the past declined in the wake of the Industrial Revolution, when the emphasis on property shifted to real estate and factory ownership

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rather then family heirlooms.

The rising trend of pet portraiture is a natural extension of acknowledging the growing bond between animals and humans. This deep connection we feel for our pets keeps us connected to what is still good in life: unconditional love, acceptance, fun and simple enjoyment. The emotional appeal of a pet, combined with a piece of art means passing the spirit of the animal into the work and immortalizing its existence onto canvas.

So what should one look for if seeking to commission a pet portrait? Look at the artist’s previous works and determine which styles you prefer.

How does the artist work with the animals? If the artist likes to work with the personality of the pet, have plenty of stories on hand to educate them about the pet’s life. Consider the ways in which you would like to see your pet represented and then try to match your idea with previous portraits the artist may have done.

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pring-cleaning is a well-known ritual in many households. As you welcome spring with a clean house be sure to keep animals away from toxic household cleaners and out of recently cleaned areas until floors and surfaces have dried completely. When you are finished, be sure to securely close all containers and store products safely out of reach of pets. Switching to nontoxic cleaners can also help to put your mind at ease but should still be safely tucked away. If you are painting or renovating your home be sure to keep pets confined to another area out of harms way to avoid ingesting toxic products or possible accidents. Check windows and doors for damaged or loose screens.

Patch any damaged areas to prevent your indoor pet from sneaking outside without your knowledge.

If your pet does manage to make its way outside a microchip and ID tag can help to identify lost pets quickly and notify you as well. An ID tag with your basic contact information can be made at some major pet stores or ordered online. While this may seem old-fashioned compared to a mircochip, an ID tag just might aid in a faster return.

Chocolate, candy and gum all pose a threat to animals if ingested. Xylitol, an artificial sweetener found in some candy and gum, and chocolate poisoning can be harmful and even fatal to animals. Keep Easter decorations and treats off the floor and away from animals. Even a sweet smelling candy wrapper that has been dropped on the floor can be ingested and cause intestinal blockage or vomiting.

To keep our lawns and gardens looking their best fertilizers, herbicides, pesticides, and insecticides are sometimes used. If the product is able to eliminate a pest it may also be harmful to your pet.

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safety first

The changing season may bring around several changes in you and your pets’ routine. Increased exercise, outdoor playtime, spring cleaning, and lawn care all may play a part in your pet’s well being. Keeping a few tips in mind, writes Kelsey Orr, will ensure a safe and healthy transition into spring.

Before applying any possibly toxic products to your pets’ outdoor playground, check with a lawn care professional about animal-friendly products and always read the label’s directions and warnings for all products your pet may be exposed to. Natural or organic alternatives can offer a safe approach to gardening and lawn care without endangering your pet.

Before planning your flowerbeds be sure your choice flowing plants are not toxic to pets. Flowering plants such as tulips, hyacinth, daffodils, lilies, crocus,

and lily of the valley can all be toxic or harmful to pets if ingested. If you choose silk flowers for your flowerbeds, these also may be a tempting treat for pets to chew on and ingest. This may lead to vomiting, diarrhea, or intestinal blockage.

Searching for the best deal on preventative medicines for fleas, ticks and parasites may not be in the best interest of your pet. Speak with your veterinarian about the most beneficial option for your pet.

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PROFILE

INTENSE & EXCITING, DENVER-AREA ROLLER DERBY TEAMS ARE PROVIDING COLORADO RESIDENTS WITH PURE ENTERTAINMENT

Members of the Choice City Rebels, photograph by Paul Nuber

ROLLER DERBY: ROCKY MOUNTAIN STYLE

Roller derby’s popularity grew during the 1940s and ’50s as a sport with a reputation for being rough and aggressive; with players developing intense rivalries. Inspired by the fascination of watching skaters collide during races, the current roller derby revival started in 2001. New leagues have kept the same general structure of the game but with distinctive, female driven teams.

A contact sport, roller derby is played by two teams of five members roller skating in the same direction around a track. Game play consists of a series of short matchups in which both teams designate a scoring player who scores points by lapping members of the opposing team. The teams attempt to assist their own jammer whilst hindering the opposing jammer—in effect, playing both offense and defense simultaneously. Local Colorado teams are adding style and flare to the growing attraction; here we meet a few area teams kicking butt and taking names. >>>

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BOULDER COUNTY BOMBERS

Members of the Boulder County Bombers; photography by Christopher Chase of Chase Creative Photography

The Boulder County Bombers is Boulder County’s original and only all-female flat track roller derby league, established in the Summer of 2011. BCB became a member of the Women’s Flat Track Derby Association (WFTDA) in September 2013. In the summer of 2013 BCB added a Junior League for children 6-18. BCB is family focused and has a kid’s room for children so parents can attend practices. BCB is a Colorado Non-Profit committed to spreading the anti-bullying message. BCB strives to provide a competitive and affordable community-centric roller derby league representing Boulder County.

Rocky Mountain Rollergirls

Rocky Mountain Rollergirls is one of the original 14 roller derby leagues to revive the sport in 2004, paving the way for the formation of the more than 1,500 leagues existing around the world today, including six along the Front Range. A Division 1 team, Rocky Mountain is ranked one of the top 10 roller derby teams worldwide.

Rolling strong in Denver for a decade, 2014 marks the 10-year anniversary of the Rocky Mountain Rollergirls.

“Roller derby is a whole different beast than it was 10 years ago or 90 years ago when it started in the 1920’s,” said Wynde Priddy, head of Marketing and PR for Rocky Mountain Rollergirls. “Because it is a self-owned and self-run sport, it doesn’t always get the attention of the “pro” sports, but unlike other amateur sports we sell out large venues like The Fillmore Auditorium. “ “What a lot of people don’t realize is roller derby is a fantastic family-friendly sport that is extremely affordable and super intimate,” added Priddy. “Fans are right near the action if they want to be; tickets are only $15 plus kids 12 and under get in free. Kids love roller skating so a sport that is so rough and physical on eight wheels is pretty exciting. And all the skaters stay to sign autographs following the bout.”

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CHOICE CITY REBELS

The Choice City Rebels were founded in 2009 by 11 derby-addicted women referred to as the founding mothers. As most of the surrounding teams, they were originally a women’s only league with a Jr. team of 6-17 year old girls. In 2012 the Jr. team grew to include boys and the adult team added men. Taking it co-ed has brought a new dynamic and cohesion to the team they greatly enjoy. The Rebels are working diligently to bring banked track to the area and to their league, truly allowing them to be the league of derby choices. The Jr. team is also undergoing some major changes this year.

This month, in fact, they become part of the YOSA group (youth olympic sports association) at the Qdoba Event Center. The Rebels are excited for all the opportunities this will allow them in the future.

SOUTH SIDE DERBY DAMES CASTLE ROCK ‘N’ ROLLERS

Castle Rock ‘n’ Rollers (CRR) was founded in 2008 and is Douglas County’s only flat track roller derby league.

CRR is owned, managed and operated entirely by the skaters and is a 501 (c) not for profit organization. CRR has been a WFTDA Member since 2011 and is sometimes referred to as the “Mom” team. While there are some skaters on the team that are not mothers, 16 moms out of 23 skaters are; a statistic they think makes them especially tough on the track. There are lots of mothers playing on teams throughout the world, making roller derby thrive in addition to managing successful careers and motherhood. What unifies all women in derby is the shared love of the sport. Castle Rock ‘n’ Rollers is a team of hard-working, strong women who juggle so many things, including making a small, suburban derby team flourish and working to better their own communities.

Besides, if Mama ain’t happy, ain’t nobody happy, right?

Derby makes mothers and others happy.

South Side Derby Dames Inc. (“SSDD”) is an organization run by volunteers – by the skater, for the skater.

Denver Roller Derby on the Southside is back and exciting as ever. The Southside Derby Dames are here to excite and entertain derby fans! SSDD is a volunteer run organization; embracing women of all shapes, sizes, backgrounds, and skill levels. The goal at SSDD is to promote women’s Roller Derby and build a league through hard work, dedication, and team camaraderie.

Skaters, volunteers, fans are welcome to join the team at Rocky Mountain Roller Hockey in Lakewood, Colorado.

No member of SSDD receives any payment for the services they provide in managing SSDD. SSDD is dedicated to promoting the sport of women‘s flat track roller derby and supports, encourages and develops skaters in their skating ability, whilst promoting the values of goodwill and good sportsmanship. SSDD is managed through a Board of Directors with the assistance of Committee Heads as set out in this Constitution. SSDD seeks and values the input of all members into the management of its operations.

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“What a lot of people don’t realize is roller derby is a fantastic family-friendly sport that is extremely affordable and super intimate... fans are right near the action if they want to be.”

Wynde Priddy, head of Marketing and PR for Rocky Mountain Rollergirls

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SPRING DESIGN TRENDS

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spring cleaning DECLUTTER

CAN IT BE DONATED, REPURPOSED OR GIVEN AWAY? Work through each room with a goal in mind to organize and minimize the amount of “stuff.” If an item does not have deep sentimental value or serve a purpose, then it should be removed from your home and put into storage (for a sale) or donated to a local non-profit. File away any loose important papers and shred or recycle the rest. Dispose of outdated electronics, appliances and other old technology by using a local “e-waste” disposal service. Find out more information at colorado.gov/cdphe/ewaste. Clean out your bookshelves and donate anything that can go to local libraries in need (ala.org).

FRESH! Giving your home a regular deep cleaning is a good thing, though a bit of a time commitment. Start the season with fresh surroundings by commiting to focused cleaning, organization and re-creation of your home over the course of several weeks.

BY ALLISON ORR

MAKE IT YOURSELF

ALL NATURAL CLEANING PRODUCTS For tile and grout: mix 1/2 cup of baking soda into 2 gallons of water. An effective all-purpose cleaner begins with mixing together 2 tablespoons distilled white vinegar, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and 1 cup hot water in an empty spray bottle. Add enough cold water to fill the bottle along with 1/8 cup dish soap and a dash of your favorite essential oil (like orange or lemon oil). For a fabulous refreshing spray: mix 3 tablespoons of your favorite fabric softener with 2-3 cups hot water and 1 tablespoon of baking soda in an empty spray bottle.

ADD SOMETHING NEW

FRESHEN THE SPACE WITH NEW PILLOWS

A pair of decorative throw pillows for the couch or bedroom can do wonders for transforming a space.

Whether you purchase new pillows or DIY some covers for your old ones, you’ll be amazed at how this tiny trick can transform the entire room.

DEEP CLEAN SURFACES REARRANGE FURNITURE

WOULD IT LOOK BETTER SOMEPLACE ELSE? ADD SOME PAINT! While moving furniture for vacuuming, take the opportunity to try out new configurations and layouts; being careful not to move, push or pull anything that is large enough to be dangerous! Look at furniture throughout your home - maybe a side table in the living room could have new life as a miniature bathroom vanity? Pull an extra side-chair into the master bedroom for a make-shift reading nook. Use your imagination to think beyond the obvious intentions.

Feeling creative? Try chalk paint! There are YouTube tutorials galore (and some fabulous local businesses offering hands-on instruction) that will inspire you to transform your dusty old duds into something new and fresh! We tried it on a pair of sad patio chairs and presto! Chic outdoor seating with a simple coat of paint!

WORK ROOM BY ROOM, FROM TOP TO BOTTOM

Dust all surfaces including any light fixtures, ceiling fans and air vents. Wipe down appliances, countertops and light switches with an all-purpose cleaner. Move on to walls and windows, thoroughly wiping down every surface, using a damp sponge to scrub away dust and dirt from painted walls. Spot treat couches and sprinkle carpets with a deodorizer before vacuuming; then mop all floors and be sure to include rubber protectors underneath heavy furniture on wood floors.

SWITCH OUT PHOTOS

UTILIZE THE WEB TO UPLOAD, STORE & ORDER NEW IMAGES Do a quick web search for photo prints, canvas prints or art prints and you will be greeted with thousands of options for newage print ordering and picture organization.

Try turning family photos into striking black and white contemporary canvases for your bedroom; or those hobby photos from your last hike into framed pieces of fine art for the living room walls!

Take off your shoes when you get home — but leave your socks on because walking around in bare feet leaves natural oils that attract dirt.

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nspired by a warm weather frenzy of new beginnings and fresh spring starts, utilize the excitement of a new season to update cherished family photos.

CHOOSING A PHOTOGRAPHER Although this may seem like an easy task, it’s the most important to insure that you, as a client, end up getting what you want— fabulous, share-worthy images to hang up and hand out.

For starters, do your research. Be sure to check out multiple photographers in the area(s) you’re most interested in holding your session. By looking at past reviews, previous session images, and general information on a photographer, you can usually get a pretty good sense of what their style may be—including if it will be compatible with your family dynamic.

For instance, if you notice that a photographer mainly shoots in-studio but your family is typically together outside, it may be better to look for a portrait photographer that specializes in using the outdoors. Not only will you feel more comfortable in your own element, but it also adds character to your session!

Once you find a photographer that you think may be well suited for your family, it’s a great idea to arrange a meeting. Typically, these “consultations,” are free and create an ideal opportunity to get any questions, comments, or concerns that you may have answered.

Why meet and greet? Research shows that in a matter of seconds, first impres-

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photography 101: SUCCCESSFUL SPRING SESSIONS

Springtime is often coupled with bold descriptives like “new,” “fresh,” and “vibrant.” For many, the gorgeous, warmer weather also tends to inspire a bit of “spring cleaning,” and for some that includes updating family photos or switching out fine art photography for new images. For those of you interested in scheduling spring photo sessions, Living In contributing editor and professional photographer Meggie Bennett guides us through making the task not only fun, but also stress-free and rewarding! sions are formed. By taking the time to meet prior to your session, you’ll quickly know if the photographer is a good fit or not for you and your family. If you find the photographer of your dreams, make sure to plan ahead. Chances are, they may also be the perfect photographer for someone else, so make sure to book your shoot in advance. This not only gives you time to prepare for your session, but it also gives you a buffer for any unforeseen changes that may need to be made prior to the big day.

Finally, know your costs. The great thing about choosing a professional photographer is that you have options, but

with these options come many variations—and not all professional photographers are created equally. This means that they don’t have to charge the same prices, offer the same products, or give discounts; so make sure to keep your price point in mind.

To help alleviate any mishaps, it cannot be stressed enough to know what you’re paying for. What does your total, final cost include? Are you only paying for the session or are images also included? Do you get an online gallery?

Are the images provided to you via USB/CD? Do you get a non-commercial print release?

shirt on Dad; the possibilities are truly endless! Showcasing a patterned shirt on one-to-two individuals with similar (but not the same) colors is a simple way to add an additional component to your pictures.

MEGGIE BENNETT, OWNER OF IMAGE BY M, specializes in portraiture and is located near Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri.

She currently resides with husband Jonathan and daughter Emme and enjoys exploring and DIY-ing in her spare time.

contact and connect with her at www.imagebym.com.

Talk, talk, talk to your photographer! By doing a little research, getting to know the person behind the lens, and planning ahead, your session will be a huge success.

COLOR COORDINATING Ah, yes. The dreaded “outfit selection.”

Choosing ensembles for photo sessions can be tricky, but here are a few simple tips to ease the woes of clothing your family and bring some color and creativeness into your spring session.

To begin, decide if your session is formal or casual-themed. Typically, mixing these two categories is avoided; so make

sure that you coordinate with everyone involved in the shoot prior to the session on if you’re wearing slacks or jeans.

When picking a color palette, think of shades of color versus color matching.

By choosing to work with various shades in a color family, such as several shades of turquoise or violet, you don’t limit yourself on what will—or won’t—work.

Color schemes, especially in the springtime, should have elements that catch the eye, so don’t be afraid to think beyond the basics. Perhaps at one time there was a place for everyone posed in a white tee, but now? A turquoise shirt here, a violet bow there, a patterned

Still not sure what to wear? Research your body type! There are certain clothes and accessories that may photograph in an unflattering manner on certain body types.

By doing a little investigating prior to your session, you’ll not only feel more confident during the session, but also won’t “wish you hadn’t worn that” after the fact.

Lastly, have a back-up plan. The great thing about working with a professional photographer is that many times, they offer various packages that allow for outfit changes. Planning two-to-three ensembles not only gives you options, but it also is just a good rule of thumb for those unforeseen oh-no’s, like spilled coffee on a shirt or a toddler slipping in the mud.

KEEP YOUR LOCATION IN MIND Depending on where you choose to have your session, keeping your location in mind is key when planning the elements of your shoot. Come prepared. Many family sessions last at least an hour to an hour and a half, so if little ones (or pets) are involved, be sure to pack extra snacks, toys, clothes, and shoes.

Be sure to consider your surroundings.

Ideally, you’ll already have an idea of what to expect from your location of choice, but just in case you’ve never been there before, it’s always a good idea to check it out prior to your session. You wouldn’t

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Getting pictures taken can sometimes inspire drastic changes, such as a hair cut or color. If you must, make appointments at least a week in advance of your scheduled session to allow the color and/or cut to take on a more “natural” look.

MEGGIE SUGGESTS: Naturally, our eyes are drawn to ‘flesh’ colored objects and wording, so watch your neck and hemlines and leave shirts with words and pictures at home.

want mom to be stuck in heels on a sandy beach or Dad wearing sandals if it’s rainy.

Show up early. Showing up prior to the start of your session is a great way to give yourself a chance to look around and get comfortable. By arriving beforehand, you also have the opportunity to fine-tune any last minute adjustments.

Perhaps the bridge you had planned on standing on is under construction or there is an event taking place in the park. In an instances such as these, allotting yourself these few extra minutes, would give you, your family, and your photographer the opportunity to brainstorm together about a different location without stressing about limits.

BE GENUINE! Captured memories are meant to last a lifetime, so make sure that you stay true to your family! When choosing a professional photographer, it’s a great idea to know if they specialize in posed

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or lifestyle portraiture. Many times, photographers are seasoned in both, but which element is best for your family session?

Posed portraiture is just that—posed.

Everyone is looking at the camera, smiling. If shot in a studio, enhancements may include items, such as props, backdrops, or artificial lighting to create a formally posed look. Typically, these are the images individuals choose to share with family and friends.

Lifestyle portraiture takes on a more organic, or natural approach to photography. Here, you may find shots of your family laughing and conversing with one another or your children chasing butterflies. Movement can be magical—don’t be afraid of it! These images often catch the “little things” that create the here and now—a kiss on the forehead or help with a stuck high heel. Much like its name, these sessions are meant to embody a full-of-

life example of you and your family.

It should be noted that many professional photographers will take both posed and lifestyle images during a session, but again, it’s always a great question to ask your photographer prior to your shoot.

Showcase your family. Does your family love to go mountain biking on Saturdays or have hot chocolate at a local café? Perhaps you could creatively pose your mountain bikes in a few of your session’s pictures or stop by the café for a couple of fun lifestyle portraits with your photographer.

Don’t forget to relax and enjoy yourself!

There are only so many things you can control as a parent, spouse, or pet owner, so make it your goal to go with the proverbial flow. Believe it or not, those unplanned moments your photographer catches during your session will probably be your favorites!

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LIVING IN’S... FASHION EDITOR ALLISON ORR GUIDES US THROUGH A CLOSET CLEANING & TRENDS TO FILL IN THOSE NEW-FOUND SPACES

CLEAN IT OUT Even the most organized of closets need regular attention and cleaning. Spring is a perfect opportunity to organize, update and retire pieces that have seen better days. While the task at hand may seem daunting, getting started is the hardest part of the process. Stay organized, calm and on track with these guidelines and you’ll be enjoying a renewed space with additional storage just in time to house the new spring trends you’ve had your eye on.

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Now that you have removed the unnecessary items from your closet you can move onto organization:

Take inventory of what you have and what you need.

Maybe you decided to donate a closet staple that now needs to be replaced. Make a list of items that are missing from your closet combining classics with a few trend pieces for the next season that you’ve had your eye on. Having an organized list in mind when you do go shopping helps to curb impulsive buying and will keep you on track to only purchase the items you truly need.

Store your sweaters.

Now is the time to pull out your heavy winter sweaters and prepare them for storage. Fold sweaters into air tight containers and for safe measure toss in a cedar block to keep away the moths. Seal them up and store them in a hall closet (or the bottom of your own closet if there is room).

Save your hanging space for tops and dresses and designate an area for denim to be folded.

Spring is a perfect opportunity to give your closet a little spring cleaning treatment! It’s a chance to organize, update and retire pieces that have seen better days. While the task can seem daunting here are some easy spring closet cleaning tips to help you get organized: For starters look through your entire wardrobe with one guideline in mind: if it has not been worn within the year then get rid of it! If it still has the tags attached then get rid of it! Pull items that are not getting worn out of your closet and stop holding onto them for a rainy day. Chances are if you have not worn an item in a year’s time then you won’t wear it...ever.

Along those same lines pull out items that are not your size. Perhaps you’ve lost weight (or gained it) but it is important to remove items that do not fit from your closet. You want to dress for the size you are right now, today.

Looking at items hanging in your closet that are too big or too small can be a hit to your self-esteem, not to mention they take up valuable real estate!

Next, pull out items that need tailoring attention – pants needing hemmed, a button needing replaced, and so on. Put these items in a garment bag and take them to get the tailoring TLC that they deserve. A quick trip to your local seamstress will breathe life into items that need to be fitted, hemmed or repaired and will instantly make your wardrobe feel fresh! If an item is beyond repair then trash it. Except for that one favorite tshirt from college that has holes in it and is completely see-through. You can still hang onto *some* of your favorites.

Some people like to hang their denim but it is bulky and takes up a lot of room in your closet.

Unless you’ve got a great walk-in and don’t mind losing the space, fold your denim on top of a shelf or neatly stack it on the floor.

Purchase a closet shelving unit .

These little organizing add-ons can slide easily into a back corner and are perfect for storing your accessories. Toss scarves, belts and handbags in plastic drawers or containers to save space elsewhere.

Organize your items in a way that is easy for you to navigate.

Some people prefer color coordinating items, while some prefer to keep like styles with like styles. The end organization is a matter of personal preference so do it in a way that makes sense to you!

SPRING’S TOP TRENDS: NAVY BLUE / DRESSY DRAWSTRING SHORTS / MILITARY INSPIRED JACKETS & SHORTS / CROPPED DARK DENIM SPRING 2014

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WHAT SHOULD I DO WITH THE ITEMS I DON’T NEED ANYMORE?

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DONATE!

There are many non-profit organizations that accept donations of gently used items. Goodwill Industries and The Salvation Army are two well-known organizations that accept clothing donations. If you are recycling an old work wardrobe contact an organization like Dress for Success or CareerGear who donate professional work-wear to men and women interview-

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ing for jobs that cannot afford to purchase new clothing. There are many great charities that can benefit from your unwanted items - do some research and find an organization near you!

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CONSIGN!

Typically consignment buyers are looking for specific items and buying for the next season. They will sort through your items with guidelines in mind and pull out pieces that they think will sell. You can then consign your items for a 30,60, or 90 day period after which the shop will cut you a check for a portion of the resale value of any items that have sold and give back any items that haven’t. Some shops even offer to donate the items for you after the selling period has expired.

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SPRING CLOSET STAPLES

You’ve put in the time cleaning, donating, storing and organizing; reward yourself with new key pieces that take you from spring to summer and provide great layering options for all the seasons beyond.

INSTANT CASH!

Some second-hand shops offer cash on the spot for last season’s goods. Call ahead and see what their buying policies are. Many have strict rules for the brands they accept and from what season but if you have what they’re looking for it could be cash in your pocket.

WOMEN’S SPRING SELECTIONS: [1] T by Alexander Wang Striped Linen T-Shirt, $151.00, matchesfashion.com; [2] Haute Hippie Silk Camo Drawstring short, $225.00, saksfifthavenue.com; [3] MOTHER The Looker Cropped in A Model Spy, $196.00, nordstrom.com; [4] Lily Aldridge for Velvet by Graham and Spencer Ruby Jacket, $150.00, velvet-tees.com; [5] Lula Designs double strand Lapis necklace, request price, luladesigns.com.

Did You Know? The deep cobalt blue of lapis lazuli has a royal presence, powerful and mysterious; helping one align with a universal quality of truth and integrity 35

Nonstop service to almost anywhere ...well, maybe not the moon.

It’s all about access and choice, isn’t it?

From Denver International Airport, major airlines give you nonstop access to more than 180 destinations in the United States, Canada, the Caribbean, Costa Rica, Europe, Mexico, and Japan.

And if you’re flying to a major city—whether for business, a vacation, or simply to see friends or family—you want the ability to choose a carrier and a flight that suits your schedule.

Denver International Airport offers you major routes that are served by more than one airline several times a day. What could be more convenient?

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HEALTH FRESH PRODUCE DELIVERY IN DENVER; DISCOVER CLEAN EATING BASICS FOR YOUR BEST HEALTH YET

FRESH DELIVERIES Grocery and produce delivery services are popping up all across the state and quickly gaining popularity for their seasonal, organic offerings and convenient delivery options. These companies are focused on providing organic, all-natural products sourced from local farms at the peak of their freshness.

Easy-to-navigate websites help you find the options that best fit you and your family’s needs with packages varying from produce only to full grocery services as well as monthly, weekly, and bi-weekly delivery options. For maximum convenience you can opt to have your groceries delivered right to your office or home address. These home delivery services offer competitive pricing and a huge selection of products – from fresh produce to dry goods, spices, meats and dairy you are sure to find everything you need. >>>>

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fresh + convenient

CONSIDERING AT-HOME PRODUCE DELIVERY?

Prior to signing up, explore the company’s website; many include a blog, community discussion boards and recipe suggestions to help encourage your culinary creativity.

BY ALLISON ORR

Mile High Organics

www.milehighorganics.com

Fooducopia’s Corner Store Denver www.cornerstore.fooducopia.com

Door-to-Door Organics

www.colorado.doortodoororganics.com

TEST OUT A FEW COMPANIES Order a handful of ingredients online and see how you like it prior to committing to a weekly or monthly box.

CONSIDER INVESTING IN A JUICER Juicing is a convenient way to use up fresh fruits and veggies fast and stock your fridge with yummy all-natural juices that can be used for smoothies, frozen into popsicles or enjoyed with breakfast.

DECIDE BETWEEN PRE-PACKAGED OR BUILD-YOUR-OWN BOX OPTIONS Choosing a pre-packed option saves time from having to build your own box for the week but may limit the quantity and variety of products that are available. If you cook with a lot of out-of-the ordinary ingredients or need multiples of certain staples you may want to look into a build-your-own box.

If you do choose pre-picked items know that you’re not locked down – many companies allow you to adjust the contents of your box online for like-priced items. If there is anything that you absolutely don’t love you can make notes on your account of your likes and dislikes for future deliveries. But don’t be afraid of trying new things! Take a chance on items you do not typically cook with and experiment with a brand new recipe!

We tested it! For the past few months we’ve been enjoying a Bitty Box of fresh produce from Door-toDoor Organics. What started as an every other week delivery has been upped to weekly – we just can’t get enough! We have loved the fresh offerings and convenience of being able to adjust the week’s contents online (just in case there’s anything we don’t love)! We’ve tried loads of new fruits and veggies and in turn made some fabulous new recipes that have become “keepers”.

Here’s one of our favorite new juice recipes that packs a punch of Vitamin C and is a great replacement to orange juice in the mornings: 1 Pineapple, skin and core removed and cut into spears 2 Anjou Pears, unpeeled, core removed, quartered 1 Tangelo, rind removed 3-4 Medium Carrots, unpeeled 1 T. sugar in the raw Juice all ingredients into a large container and whisk in sugar until dissolved. Divide evenly into two pint sized mason jars and store in the refrigerator for up to one week. Shake well before drinking.

Did you know? Organic food production is based on a system of farming that maintains and replenishes soil fertility without the use of toxic and persistent pesticides and fertilizers.

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CLEAN EATING BASICS

BY ROBERT SINDORF, D.C.

Clean eating is gaining popularity all across the country. Due to popular diets such as the Paleo diet there are more people making the transition to not only live healthier but to also eat cleaner. There is more to clean eating than simply restricting your diet to foods you may or may not have tried before and have a hard time pronouncing. One simple rule to eating clean is if it grows naturally from the ground, or falls naturally from a tree, then it should fall into the clean eating guideline.

Eating clean does require some changes to the typical diet, but these are positive changes to make.

This article will discuss some of the basics around clean eating including: fruits and vegetables, whole grains, lean protein, healthy fats, and water consumption.

Fruits and vegetables: Fruits and vegetables are a staple for clean eating. Non-starchy vegetables and fruits contain higher levels of fiber than most grains and are a healthy staple for your diet. Fruits and vegetables are in constant debate regarding the use of organic produce.

Organic produce can be purchased locally, which is a great way to find seasonal deals as well as potentially save money. Check out your local farmers market to see some of the great deals as well as pick up some clean local produce.

Whole grains: Whole grains can be deceiving because when you look around the grocery stores there are many products titled whole grain.

Some important foods to avoid are white breads and pastas because these are processed and loaded with high carbohydrates. If you are looking for a different way to incorporate whole grains into your diet try quinoa or steel cut oats.

Lean protein: Just because you are eating clean does not mean that you have to give up eating meat for protein. Lean meat is an excellent source for protein and helps to keep you feeling full longer. Most places recommend eating heart healthy fish such as salmon because it not only provides protein but also healthy fats. No matter if

you are choosing to eat red meats, fish, or chicken make sure you buy grass fed or wild caught to ensure you are getting the cleanest meat possible.

Healthy fats: Not all fats are created equal. Healthy fats include Omega 3 Fatty acids, monounsaturated fats, and polyunsaturated fats. All of these fats have been found to help decrease an individual’s cholesterol levels. Omega 3 Fatty acids are found in flaxseed oil, and in some fish such as salmon.

Monounsaturated fats are found in avocados and olive oil. Polyunsaturated fats are also more common in oils such as corn oil or sunflower oil. One easy way to increase the intake of healthy fats is to supplement coconut oil or extra virgin olive oil when cooking. Avocados can also be used to provide flavor to eggs, sandwiches, and a lot of other meals. Don’t be afraid to get adventurous and try some new food ideas, you may just like it.

Water: This is one of the most important parts of a clean eating diet.

A great tip for helping to make sure you get the water you need is to have a glass of water next to your bed and drink 8 ounces before you feet hit the floor in the morning.

This gives you some hydration to start your day. Try to minimize the amount of drinks that dehydrate you such as coffee or tea. Try to get a minimum of 64 ounces of water every day. With water it is very hard to “over do it” so drink often and drink plenty.

If you are new to clean eating make sure you take your time and have fun. You don’t have to make all of these changes over night. To be most successful try changing one aspect of your diet per month and by the end of the year you will have a healthy diet that you are more likely to make a lifestyle. If you don’t feel that confident with your cooking find a local bookstore and pick up a recipe book for clean cooking or find a local cooking class that focuses on clean eating. So get out in your local neighborhood, find some local grown food, and start eating clean.

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FOOD, ETC.

THE ART OF PIE: 7 FLAVORS & 6 CRUSTS TO MAKE FOR SPRING; FOODIE PROFILE: SWITCHBACK SMOKEHOUSE; WALLEYE IS A PERFECT CATCH

THE ART OF PIE

Time-tested editor favorites; made with love through the years by past generationsperfected by us, and now made memorable by you.

Creamy custard, silky frozen chiffon, fruit and ice cream pie fillings are piled high in made-from-scratch crusts and bursting with flavor this spring season, perfect for all those warm weather celebrations and get-togethers.

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RECIPE WORKBOOK PEANUT BUTTER RHUBARB & FUDGE 1/2 C. creamy peanut butter 1/4 C. honey 1 qt. vanilla ice cream, softened 1 9 inch graham cracker pie crust 1/2 C. cashews, chopped & divided 1/2 C. fudge ice cream topping, warmed garnish: whipped topping, additional warmed fudge & cashews Combine peanut butter and honey; stir in ice-cream. Spoon half of ice-cream mixture into pie crust; sprinkle with half of cashews. Drizzle 1/4 cup of fudge topping over cashews; spoon remaining ice-cream mixture over top. Sprinkle with remaining cashews and drizzle with remaining 1/4 cup fudge topping. Freeze about 8 hours or until firm. Garnish with whipped topping, additional warmed fudge topping and chopped cashews.

1.5 C. chopped rhubarb, 1 inch slices 2 egg yolks 2/3 C. heavy cream 1 C. white sugar 3 Tablespoons flour dash salt nutmeg, freshly grated or ground 1 9 inch unbaked flaky pie shell Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

Place chopped rhubarb in the bottom of a 9� unbaked flaky pie crust. Beat egg yolks till creamy then add cream, sugar, flour and salt mixing until combined.

Pour pie filling on top of rhubarb and dust with a sprinkling of nutmeg. Bake 40-45 minutes or until center is set.

Serve warm with vanilla ice cream.

A BRIEF HISTORY

Pilgrims brought English-style, meat-based recipes with them to the colonies. While pumpkin pie, which is first recorded in a cookbook in 1675, originated from British spiced and boiled squash, it was not popularized in America until the early 1800s. The colonists cooked many a pie: because of their crusty tops, pies acted as a means to preserve food, and were often used to keep the filling fresh during the winter months. A cookbook from 1796 listed only three types of sweet pies; a cookbook written in the late 1800s featured 8 sweet pie varieties; and by 1947 the Modern Encyclopedia of Cooking listed 65 different varieties of sweet pies.

NO FAIL, FLAKY & PERFECT PIE CRUST 3 C. flour 1 C. butter flavored shortening 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 large egg 5 Tablespoons cold water 1 teaspoon white vinegar Cut together the flour, shortening and salt until the mixture resembles a sand-like texture. Mix the egg, vinegar and 3 Tablespoons cold water together, add to flour mix and stir just until moist and a soft dough forms; adding additional 2 Tablespoons water if needed.

Divide mixture into 2 disks, wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate until ready for use. Fill or pre-bake at 350 degrees 10-15 minutes, or until golden in color.

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MALT SHOP

1 qt. vanilla ice cream, softened 2 Tablespoons milk 1 C. crushed malt balls 6 Tablespoons marshmallow cream 6 Tablespoons chocolate malt powder 2 Tablespoons milk 1 pint whipping cream, whipped 1/2 package chocolate sandwich cookies 1/2 C. butter Crush chocolate sandwich cookies and mix with melted butter; pat into bottom of 9x13 inch pan or 9 inch pie plate. Blend ice cream, milk and malt balls; pour over crust and freeze. Beat marshmallow cream, malt powder and milk together and add to whipped cream. Spread over ice cream layer and freeze. Sprinkle with crushed malt balls before serving.

BAKERY STYLE COCONUT CREAM 1 9 inch flaky crust, baked (a 10-inch is even better!)

1.25 C. half & half 1.25 C. coconut milk 1 C. sweetened flaked coconut 3/4 C. white sugar, divided 1/4 C. cornstarch 2 eggs 2 teaspoons coconut extract (optional) 2 teaspoons vanilla 1 C. whipping cream, unwhipped 2 Tablespoons toasted coconut, for garnish In a saucepan, heat half and half with the coconut milk over medium heat, until steaming.

In a large bowl, whisk 1/2 cup sugar with the cornstarch; whisk in the eggs until blended.

Gradually mix in hot milk mixture into the egg mixture to thin, in a steady stream. Return the mixture to saucepan; cook, over medium heat, whisking constantly, for about 10 minutes, or until thickened to pudding consistency. Transfer to a bowl; stir in coconut extract (if using) and vanilla then mix in 1 cup coconut. Place plastic wrap directly on surface of pudding mixture; refrigerate until cool. In a bowl, whip whipping cream with 1/4 cup of the remaining sugar to soft peaks. Set 1-1/2 cups of the whipped cream aside to use for topping.

Fold the remaining whipped cream into the cooled filling; spread into pie shell. Using a piping bag, or with a spoon, garnish top with reserved whipping cream. Sprinkle with 2 tablespoons toasted coconut. Refrigerate for 1 hour, or until set.

VINTAGE BUTTERMILK 3 Tablespoons butter, softened 1.25 C. white sugar 3 eggs 1 Tablespoon flour 1/2 C. buttermilk 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 9 inch flaky pie crust, unbaked Preheat oven to 300 degrees.

Cream the butter and sugar together. In a seperate bowl, whisk 3 eggs, flour, buttermilk and vanilla; add this to the creamed butter and sugar; mix well. Pour mixture into unbaked pie shell and bake for 1 hour & 45 minutes, or until a knife inserted into the middle comes out clean. Serve warm with fresh whipped cream.

FROZEN LEMON CHIFFON 2 eggs, separated 1/2 C. white sugar 1/4 C. fresh lemon juice 1 teaspoon lemon zest 1 C. whipping cream 1/2 C. white sugar 1 9 inch shortbread nut or vanilla wafer crust Over a double boiler, whisk egg yolks with lemon juice and 1/2 C. white sugar. Whisk constantly till mixture thickens, 5-10 minutes. Beat 2 egg whites until stiff, add 1/2 C. white sugar. Fold egg white mixture into custard while hot. Let cool. Whip the cream until stiff peaks form and add this to the lemon mixture; pour into the crust and freeze 2-4 hours until firm.

FLORIDA’S FAMOUS KEY LIME 4 eggs, separated 1 14 oz can sweetened condensed milk 1/4 C. key lime juice 1 teaspoon key lime zest (grated) 1 9 inch flaky pie crust, baked 1/2 Tablespoon cream of tartar 8-9 Tablespoons sugar Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

Blend 4 egg yolks and milk until well mixed; add lime juice and zest, blending well. The mixture will thicken.

Pour mixture into pie crust and top with meringue.

Meringue: Beat 4 egg whites with cream of tartar until mixture begins to stiffen (you will see soft peaks) Begin adding sugar while beating until stiff (mixture will appear glossy and you will notice nice stiff peaks forming). Top pie with meringue and bake 10 minutes or until meringue is golden brown. Let pie cool to room temperature before refrigerating. Serve chilled.

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Clockwise from right; freshly baked vintage buttermilk; frozen lemon chiffon; shortbread nut crust just from the oven; the beginning phases of a malt shop pie; a perfectly flaky unbaked pie shell

GLUTEN-FREE FLAKY CRUST

THE BEGINNING OF EVERY MASTERPIECE IS A GOOD CRUST SHORTBREAD NUT

GRAHAM CRACKER

1.5 C. flour 1/4 C. chopped walnuts or pecans 3/4 C. softened butter

1 C. graham cracker crumbs 1/4 C. butter, melted 1/3 C. white sugar

Mix all ingredients; press into 9 inch pie plate; bake at 350 degrees for 20-30 minutes, till lightly browned.

PRETZEL 3/4 C. butter, melted 3 Tablespoons white sugar 2.5 C. crushed pretzels Mix all ingredients, press into a 9 inch pie plate; bake at 350 degrees for 10 minutes.

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Mix all ingredients, press into 9 inch pie plate; bake at 350 degrees 8-10 minutes.

VANILLA-WAFER ALMOND 1.25 C. vanilla wafer crumbs (40 cookies) 5 Tablespoons butter, melted 1/8 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/4 C. thinly sliced almonds Process cookies in food processor; mix all ingredients, press into 9 inch pie plate; bake at 350 degrees 8-10 minutes.

2 C. flour (use Four Flour Bean Mix below) 1/4 C. sweet rice flour 1 teaspoon xanthan gum 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 teaspoons sugar 1/3 C. margarine or 1/3 cup butter 1/3 C. Butter Flavor Crisco 3 Tablespoons liquid egg substitute or 1 small egg 1 Tablespoon vinegar 6 -8 Tablespoons ice water (divided) sweet rice flour, for rolling Four Flour Bean Mix: combine and keep in pantry 2 cups garfava bean flour 1 cup sorghum flour 3 cups cornstarch 3 cups tapioca flour Mix flours, xanthan gum, baking powder, salt and sugar.

Cut in the margarine and Crisco with a pastry cutter until you have shortening the size of lima beans (not cornmeal).

In a separate bowl, beat together the egg, vinegar and 3 tablespoons of the ice water with a fork. Pour egg mixture into the dry ingredients and stir with your fork (about 20-30 seconds). Add 3 more tablespoons of ice water and stir for another 20-30 seconds. Continue to add water, 1 tbsp at a time, and stir until there are no crumbs left at the bottom of the bowl. Generously sprinkle surface and rolling pin with rice flour; divide dough in half and roll each to 1/4� thickness.

For a baked pie shell, prick the pastry with a fork on the sides and bottom. Bake in a preheated 425 degree oven for about 12-14 minutes. Cool before filling. Makes one 2-crust pie or 2 pie shells.

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SWITCHBACK SMOKEHOUSE sits quietly alongside BEAR CREEK on HWY 74 in KITTREDGE, CO. So close that while enjoying a brew, food and live music on the exterior deck you may just feel the occasional spray of fresh mountain water. So quietly, that if you get caught watching the regular deer cross the road in front of you, you may just miss it altogether. Whether passing through to Evergreen or making a special trip, this little restaurant is bringing DON’T-MISS-IT, big smokehouse flavor to an ideal indoor-outdoor space; epitomizing what true mountain living and eating is all about: PURE and SATISFYING HAPPINESS. CHEF ZACH house-cures and smokes succulent delights like BRISKET, PORK, CHICKEN, DUCK, TURKEY, BACON AND SAUSAGES. In addition to butcher-shop-style cuts by the quarter pound, hand crafted sandwiches are piled high with tender, juicy meats and served with a SWITCHBACK STANDARD barbeque sauce that may just be the best in Denver. If you find yourself craving a carnivorous feast of smoky flavor and laid back style this spring and summer, then it would be in your best interest to stop in and see for yourself how a star chef and two Michigan-born, Colorado transplants are doing something DOWN-RIGHT ADDICTIVE in the rugged Rocky Mountains.

switchback smokehouse

SWITCHBACK SMOKEHOUSE CAN BE FOUND AT SWITCHBACKSMOKHOUSE.COM OR CALL 303-200-0878. CURRENTLY OPEN WEDNESDAYS THROUGH SUNDAYS FROM 11AM-9PM, BE SURE TO CHECK BACK FOR WARM WEATHER HOURS, WHERE LIVE MUSIC, DECK DINING AND COLD COLORADO BREWS MAKE FOR A DAMN GOOD AFTERNOON ANY DAY OF THE WEEK. view the ss gallery >>

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CLOCKWISE FROM ABOVE The smoker sits beside the building and a mere 10-15 feet from the rushing bear creek, creating the “ultimate working environment” states chef Zach. Half of a broken rover sandwich and sweet potato fries pair perfectly with a cold Kokanee draft in a mason jar.

Chef Zach, right, and Michiganborn Mark hold things down while the smoker goes to work on full slabs of bacon and ribs. Hand breaded fried pickles with a trio of homemade sauces that are available for purchase on-site. Don’t miss it - look for the small roadside joint on the South side of CO Hwy 74. A preview of down-home delicious, you can also view the menu at their website: switchbacksmokehouse.com.

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FOOD, ETC.

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Perfect Catch: Walleye

Abundant in Colorado waters, the savory and firm white filet of the Walleye is a delicious prize in the sport.

The Walleye is the largest member of the perch family and has been known to reach 25 lb. Its closest relative and look-a-like is the sauger (Stizostedion canadense). Both have large, glassy, opaque eyes that gave the walleye its name. In shallow water at night, the eyes glow eerily under lights, readily identifying these fishes even before they can be seen.

WALLEYE IN LEMON DILL BUTTER 12 - 18 Walleye fillets / 1/2 # Salted Butter / 3 Fresh Lemons / 1 Tablespoon Dill / Old Bay Seasoning Fillet and skin walleyes, rinse and pat dry / Thinly slice one lemon and set aside / Have your camp fire going so your coals and flames are about 8-12 inches below your grate. / Use heavy duty aluminum foil and triple it up for strength (make this large enough to accommodate all filets in a single layer). Use part of butter to layout pats across the foil, generally one or two pats per fillet. Lay fillets on top of butter pats.

Season lightly with Old Bay Seasoning. / Melt remaining butter in a small pot and squeeze the juice of two lemons into butter , adding 3/4 of the dill to the mixture. Bring to a simmer and let stand for five minutes. / Pour butter mixture over fillets, place sliced lemon over fillets and sprinkle with remaining dill. Cover with a single sheet of foil sealing tightly and place on grill. After 15 -20 minutes the top should rise up and then poke two small holes to release the steam.

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IMMERSE YOURSELF IN THE LIFESTYLE /

LIVING IN... / WITH FIELD EDITOR KIMBA ORR

FORT COLLINS

Yogurt’s Finest Hour Spring’s favorite sweet treat is getting a new-age makeover: with decadent toppings, adventurous flavors and over-thetop, by-the-pound purchasing options, this isn’t your mother’s dieting dessert of the past. Ready. Set. Indulge!

IN FORT COLLINS:

Spooners Frozen Yogurt 2720 Council Tree Ave., Fort Collins 970-797-2105

Mahalo Yogurt

1109 W. Elizabeth St., Fort Collins 970-449-4460

Maiberry

236 S. College Ave., Fort Collins 970-631-8414

Coolberry

238 E. Harmony Rd., Fort Collins 970-226-0910

Golden Spoon

Yogurt is actually a cultured milk product, created by adding “good” bacteria to milk. These healthy cultures are what gives yogurt its unique qualities. Tiny organisms ferment and convert the milk sugar (lactose) into lactic acid. This process creates the well known tangy flavor of frozen yogurt.

1335 W. Elizabeth, Fort Collins 970-682-1038

Pure Mixx

236 S. College Ave., Fort Collins 970-682-2564

People have been creating and eating regular yogurt for over 4,000 years!

Frozen yogurt was first introduced to the world in the early 1970s in New England.

The US commonly uses goat, sheep, and water buffalo milk to make yogurt while some other countries often use milk from yaks or camels.

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food trends

SAY WHAT?

FOOD HASHTAGS

EXPLAINED #

#coloradosprings #shugas #labaguette #livingincoloradosprings #coloradospringsco #livingindenver #downtowncoloradosprings

#littleindia #belmar #littleindialakewood #livinginlakewood #livingindenver #denverdining

snacks. An obsessive love for innovative or nostalgic #foodpackaging, bizarre #fooddesign and well-curated #foodstyling.

THE WELSH RABBIT

Say Cheese

The most common hashtag is simply #food, which – just on Instagram alone – brings up about 800,000 photos in just a few seconds. Other popular hashtags include #foodpic, #eat, #cooking, #recipe and of course our very own #livingindenver.

Just shy of their second anniversary, the owners of The Welsh Rabbit Cheese Shop have opened a bistro around the corner, at 200 Walnut St. in Old Town Fort Collins. The new bistro, with intimate bar and booth seating, will be open for lunch and dinner every day except Sundays.

If you want to express your passion for what you publish, go specific, like #ilovefood, #ilovecooking or #ilovetocook, #foodlove and #foodlovers.

PIZZA LOVERS: THE ULTIMATE CHALLENGE Featured on shows like Pizza Paradise and Man Vs. Food on the Travel Channel, Colorado pizza place BeauJo’s is enticing visitors and locals alike.

BeauJo’s in Fort Collins is located at 205 N. College Ave; 970-498-8898

The “14er Pizza” isn’t 14 inches, as one might assume, but a whopping 14 pounds.

Seven pounds of dough and seven pounds of fillings; and if eaten by two people within 60 minutes, it’s free.

Think you have the guts (literally) to take it on?

Visit any number of Colorado locations including Denver, Evergreen, Fort Collins, Boulder, Idaho Springs and Arvada to try for yourself, or go online and watch the featured episodes at BeauJos.com.

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This is a hashtag.

When used before any existing or invented word on social media platforms like Twitter, Instagram, Google+, Pinterest, Tumblr and YouTube, it makes your term easily visible and searchable to other users who are posting on similar topics.

Social-foodies are among the most obsessive publishers and sharers of images and photos: posting dishes prepared or eaten, whether at home or out in a restaurant, from breakfast to late-night

But remember: #badfood is hardly ever worth sharing, but hashtags like #sogood, #delish, #delicious, #tasty, #yummy and #yumyum are always appreciated.

To indicate that you are actually eating the photographed dish, hashtaggers use #nom – and the better the dish is, the more “noms” you should add: you can have #nomnom, #nomnomnom and so on. To satisfy your hedonistic desires and enjoy social praise, it’s not enough to publish your #foodpost every day, but you should take a few minutes to write the perfect hashtag recipe. If you are short on time, check out tagsforlike.com that provide pre-packaged tags, divided into groups by theme like #readymademeals and #fastfood.

if you want to share your food and drink pictures with like-minded denver Dining Lovers just add #livingindenver or #foodEtc to your pictures on Twitter or Instagram and we’ll share the best.

EDUCATE

Dr. Louis Fletcher, oil portrait by Kaley Rhodes, KBR Gallery

A LOOK AT WEBSTER COLLEGE & DECORATED MILITARY OFFICER DR. FLETCHER, CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER OF THE DENVER CAMPUS

DR. LOUIS FLETCHER

ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE + PATRIOTIC DUTY

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This article is about Webster University, a military friendly university and Dr. Fletcher, the decorated military officer serving as chief administrative officer of Webster’s Denver Campus.

US News and World Report Magazine Rankings

The US News and World Report magazine provides a wellregarded analysis of universities and is often the primary source of information about universities. Webster University is currently ranked by the magazine as the 21st best regional university in the Midwest. The US News and World Report described Webster as a suburban St. Louis based school established nearly 100 years ago with a total enrollment of 18,609.

Webster University is much more than a traditional Midwest college. According to Webster College, it is the only Tier 1, private, nonprofit university with campus locations around the world. These locations include metropolitan, military, online, corporate, as well as Americanstyle traditional campuses in North America, Europe and Asia. Webster University’s SPRING 2014

international presence includes campuses in Geneva, London, the Netherlands, Vienna, Cha am and Bangkok in Thailand, as well as Shanghai, Chengdu and Shenzhen in China. Webster maintains affiliations with over two dozen American universities that allows students of the affiliate universities to study abroad on international Webster campuses. Webster has also formed relationships with several international universities, including the Regent’s College in London, Kansai University in Osaka, Japan and with the Universidad Autónoma de Guadalajara in Guadalajara, Mexico.

In addition to international campuses, Webster University and the U.S. Department of Defense have worked together for nearly 40 years to provide high-quality and cost-effective undergraduate and graduate programs at military installations and metropolitan locations throughout the country. About 35% of Webster’s students have a military connection and its alumni include more than 200 active or retired Generals and Admirals, including many who have served in the Pentagon, the Joint Staff, and other high visibility positions.

G.I. Jobs Magazine Rankings

The G.I. Jobs magazine included Webster in its listing of 2013 Military Friendly Schools which included the top 15% of America’s military friendly colleges.

The schools on this list were determined by G.I. Jobs to offer the best support, flexibility and value for active duty military and veterans pursuing an education.

The usefulness of the Military Friendly Schools list was affirmed

by Susan T. Meyer, director of MSBA Programs, College of Business, Colorado State University who stated, “We have long used this data [incorporated in the Military Friendly Schools list] along with their academic accreditation in determining which schools are military friendly.”

Military Times Magazine Rankings

The Military Times magazine also compiles a list of schools it describes as “Best for Vets” for the purpose of helping veterans make informed decisions about education. More than 600 schools were evaluated in this well-regarded report, and Webster University was ranked 26th in “Best for Vets” 4 year school category.

CELEBRATING COLORADO VETERANS Publishers note: It is an uplifting and rewarding trend in American life that the current generation of military veterans is being universally accorded with respect and appreciation by the media. Some previous generations of military veterans did not receive the recognition they deserved. While we cannot right the wrongs of previous generations, our magazine group is committed to highlighting the trials and tribulations of the current generation of military veterans with lifestyle articles that occasionally include a military connection.

Accordingly, I asked our writers to compile a story for the education section of this edition which incorporates a military perspective. I think that you will find the following article fits the bill. Look for similar articles in future magazines.

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DR. LOUIS FLETCHER One of Webster University’s many campuses includes its Denver Metro Campus at 9250 E. Costilla Avenue in Greenwood Village. Dr. Louis Fletcher is the chief administrative officer of the Denver campus and a living example of Webster’s philosophy that blends academic excellence and patriotic duty. Dr. Fletcher was a career Air Force Officer before starting his academic career.

Dr. Fletcher’s quiet and dignified demeanor befits a university professor, but there is an underlying strength in Dr. Fletcher that makes one thankful he was one of the smart and dedicated warriors protecting our country from nuclear disaster during the cold war. Dr. Fletcher was an Air Force expert in Space Safety, Operational Test and Evaluation, Integrated Tactical Warning and Attack Assessment, Missile Warning, and Intercontinental Ballistic Missile operations.

Dr. Fletcher’s military career also prepared him for such scholarly endeavors as becoming Founding Dean of the Advanced Space Operations School, Assistant Professor of Aerospace Studies at Howard University, Chief of Policy Operations for International Relations and a Regional Director of Admissions for Air Force ROTC. Dr. Fletcher received his doctorate in education while serving his country.

There is no academic substitute for Dr. Fletcher’s experience as a professional airman with his finger on the nuclear button during the cold war, when mutually assured nuclear destruction was a real and valid danger. There is also no academic substitute for Dr. Fletcher’s work with the Russians after the cold war to ensure that Y2K glitches did not cause inadvertent nuclear launch on December 31, 1999. There is also no academic substitute for Dr. Fletcher’s work as commander of a military team to prevent another September 11th terrorist attack. All of these professional accomplishments define Dr. Fletcher as a courageous and strong leader in and out of the academic setting His duties as chief administrative officer of Webster’s Denver campus are a full time job, however Dr. Fletcher is an educator at heart and shares his worldly perspective by also teaching two classes each week.

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r. Fletcher was born in Washington, D.C., raised by a father who was a Vietnam veteran and a mother who was a grade school teacher. The foundation for Dr. Fletcher’s service in both the military and in academics started with Dr. Fletcher’s upbringing.

Dr. Fletcher has lived in Colorado Springs for the last 15 years, but he first came to Colorado Springs in 1985 to attend the Air Force Academy Prep school and play football.

He eventually transferred to another college to play football, although Dr. Fletcher’s gridiron dreams were dashed by injuries. Dr. Fletcher quickly resumed his journey to the Air Force by joining the Air Force ROTC program.

Academic excellence extends to Dr. Fletcher’s wife and children. His wife is a former music teacher who is now Assistant Principal of a K-12 blended learning academy at Falcon District 49 in Colorado Springs. Dr. Fletcher’s 22 year old daughter is studying for her doctorate at Arizona State University, and his 19 year old son is beginning his higher education journey with the hopes of following in his father’s football footsteps through a future of coaching.

LASTING IMPRESSION Incredible photographic artistry is alive and thriving through local Front Range photographers

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TINA WOOD PHOTOGRAPHY / TINAWOODPHOTGRAPHY.COM SPRING 2014

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TINA WOOD This issue showcased the talents of Fort Collins photographer Tina Wood.

Specializing in high school seniors, children and families, she has lived in Fort Collins for 24 years. Her studio is in downtown Fort Collins, but she photographs clients mostly outdoors in the beautiful natural surroundings.

Photographing clients for over 10 years, Tina enjoys a great reputation in Fort Collins, especially among high school seniors, because of the unique experience and top quality products she offers. Portrait sessions are relaxed and fun, so clients return year after year. When she is not busy creating portrait art for her clients, Tina is teaching music at Rivendell School, which is her other passion. Tina also loves to travel, get outdoors and try new things with her own four kids. tinawoodphotography.com

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GIVE BACK

AS SPRING INITIATES A DISCARDING OF THE OLD, REMEMBER TO DONATE THOSE ITEMS THAT MAY AID SOMEONE ELSE IN LIVING A BETTER TODAY.

for some, the basic necessities bring the biggest smiles

A compassionate heart for helping those in need may be the driving force behind The Satriano Project, but for founder and fearless leader Teri Fous, providing basics like clothing and bathroom essentials are only the beginning of big personal aspirations to keep giving back.

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Teri Fous, painted by Kaley Rhodes, KBR Gallery

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The profound effect Teri Fous’s charitable efforts have on those in need will tug at anyone’s heartstrings.

THE SATRIANO

PROJECT

ONE WOMAN’S COMPASSIONATE NATURE IS PROVIDING BASICS & CHANGING LIVES IN DENVER

by KIMBA ORR

F

or Teri Fous it all started with a simple request from a friend.

By simply agreeing to volunteer at Teen Affinity Clothing Ministries Teri’s charitable spirit sparked into a new found passion that has benefited countless families and individuals.

to Teri’s efforts. A week’s worth of donations from Plato’s Closet can sometimes take up to 10 hours to sort and store due to the incredible response. Teri is extremely grateful for their interest in the project.

Today, Teri has her own charity, The Satriano Project, but has her hand in several other charitable projects as well. Named for Teri’s paternal side of the family, her grandmother also had a passion for charity work. Teri’s ceaseless energy and compassionate nature have helped her build a successful charity focused on providing what so many of us take for granted: a new pair of shoes, a present for a loved one or a new piece of clothing.

Teri has continued to collect clothing donations for organizations such as Warren Village, House of Hope and area women’s shelters.

In addition to clothing, she also assists the Abiding Hope Lutheran Church in their process of collecting toiletry items such as shampoo, toothbrushes, toothpaste, deodorant, fingernail trimmers, and hand sanitizer. Nothing donated to The Satriano Project goes to waste, nor are items ever sold or turned away. If Teri receives donated items that cannot be used by her own charity the items are made available to other charities that can distribute the items.

The Satriano Project hosted their first major event during the 2013 Christmas season with great success. Held at Abiding Hope Lutheran Church, clothing that had been collected for months was organized and displayed alongside donated stocking stuffers, small gifts and baked goods. The church was transformed into that of a bustling holiday store at Christmas, except the customers here wouldn’t be paying a dime. The main goal was to give families a chance to come in and pick out a nice gift for their loved ones. Children were also given the opportunity to select a gift for their parents or guardian, then were assisted with wrapping the gift in true holiday fashion before they took the gifts home. Of course an event such as this would not be complete without a visit from Santa Claus himself! Santa shared milk and cookies with the children and helped them to pick out a stuffed animal from under the Christmas tree.

To account for the large number of donations needed to continue The Satriano Project, Teri picks up clothing once a week from several different locations. Plato’s Closet of Littleton has been a huge help to Teri with their large donations of clothing and continuous support.

Plato’s Closet gives their customers the option to donate clothing right at the store in a donation box for The Satriano Project. The extreme generosity of the clothing store and its customers has been a great help

The work associated with The Satriano Project is endless and Teri admits that she would not be able to accomplish all of the work on her own. Volunteers help to sort clothing, transport donations to events, or work at the events. Every willing set of hands makes a difference and helps to make The Satriano Project a success. Some of the volunteers that help sort clothing are also the very kids that will benefit from these donations. In exchange for their service, Teri encourages them to pick an outfit for themselves from the donations, allowing the kids to feel as if they have earned their clothing while dressing like their peers. Volunteers of all ages and all walks of life are always welcome and appreciated, and Teri insists none of her efforts would be possible without the support, understanding and help from her husband and children. You can also find Teri at Stellar Salon in Littleton where she works as a hair stylist and is constantly grateful for her many clients and co-workers who help with The Satriano Project.

If you would like to help the Satriano Project please contact Teri Fous by email at thesatrianoproject@outlook.com. The world needs more caring people like Teri Fous!

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HAPPENING it’s spring time in the city

may 31st - june 1st The Larimer Square Annual Chalk Art Festival is a favorite event. amazingly visual and vibrant works will blow you away! #larimersquare #downtowndenver #chalkartfestival #rmcad #livingindenver

Sunday brunch at #lucilesdenver Cajun style breakfast and strong coffee a perfect start to this rainy Sunday #livingindenver #weekendbrunch #luciles

Lunch at #hapasushi in #greenwoodvillage today was delish! Musttry rolls include the spider roll and multiple orgasm roll #denverdining #livingindenver #greenwoodvillageco #livingingreenwoodvillage #landmarkshops #hapasushidenver #denversushi

Just short drive from Denver you will find historic Central City. Explore this old mining town and test your luck at one of the local casinos! #centralcity #livingindenver #historicminingtowns

Evening walk around #crownhillpark provided gorgeous mountain views and some wildlife spotting #livingindenver #jeffersoncountyopenspace #coloradoparks #coloradoconservation #crownhill #livinginlakewood #lakewoodco #dakotasandstonetrail #coloradohiking

Just a short drive outside of Denver Dinosaur Ridge is a great spot to explore for the whole family #dinosaurridge #coloradohiking #livingindenver #familyfun

#sloanslake #slohi #denverhighlands #nwdenver #coloradosunsets #sloanslakepark #cdbf13 Have you checked out #therealdill #coloradomade #bloodymarymix and #jalapenohoneypickles? We picked up our #realdillcolorado goodies at #evoomarketplace in #downtowndenver! #livingindenver #sundayfunday #bestbloodymaryever

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Experience

Experience the experience. As top leaders in the local market, RE/MAX Alliance has over 200 local, experienced Realtors® to help you with all your real estate needs.

RE/MAX vs. the Industry Nobody in the world sells more real estate than

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4.79 %

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Find your Colorado home here. www.HomesInColorado.com Fort Collins 4703 A Boardwalk Drive (970) 226-3990

Downtown Fort Collins 125 S. Howes Street #120 (970) 482-1781

Each office independently owned & operated

CHILDREN’S MIRACLE NETWORK

RE/MAX Alliance has been a longtime supporter of Children’s Miracle Network, with annual contributions of more than $115,000. This past year’s annual golf tournaments raised over $80,000 collectively. Over $500k has been raised over the past 20 years from these tournaments, and almost $1,000,000 has been raised including commission donations from our associates for Children’s Miracle Network.

Each year, associates and staff participate in the Miracle Home program, Snow Pile Toy Drive, Honor Card, Adopt a Family and Alice 105.9’s 36 Hours for Kids.

COMMUNITY SUPPORT

We take great strides in an effort to support the communities in which we work, live and play in.

COLORADO FLOOD RELIEF In September 2013, many areas along the Front Range of Colorado were hit hard by flooding. Many of our offices and associates accepted donations for the flood relief efforts.

SUSAN G. KOMEN Last year over 60,000 participated in the Denver race. RE/MAX Alliance associates were proudly carrying a banner with the names of associates, friends, and family members that have been affected by breast cancer in some way.

HABITAT FOR HUMANITY RE/MAX Alliance was closely involved in sponsoring fundraising efforts of Habitat for Humanity in Fort Collins. Many of our associates also volunteer their time to help Habitat building homes for our residents.

VETERANS FIRST PROGRAM

A buyer/seller home program that applies to all active, reserve, retired and prior military personnel. RE/MAX Alliance was also a proud sponsor of the Traveling Vietnam War Memorial, which was a five-day event held at Spring Canyon Park in Fort Collins.

Each office independently owned & operated

RE/MAX Fort Collins | South Location - 4703-A Boardwalk Dr. (970) 226-3990 | Downtown Location - 125 S. Howes St. (970) 482-1781 SPRINGAlliance 2014