THRIVE Local Magazine - Northern Colorado Edition - June 2020

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Nor t her n Color ado Edit ion

Tom A. Black Sr. Mobilit y & Mor e Ph ot o by J & H Ph ot ogr aph y

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Impor tant Phone Number s Ber t h ou d Senior Center 970-532-2730 Berthoud Area Transportation Sys. (BATS) 970-344-5816 Rural Alternative For Transportation (RAFT)970-532-0808 Est es Par k Estes Valley Community Center 970-586-8191 Estes Park Senior Citizens Center (EPSCC) 970-581-2195 VIA Transportation 303-447-9636

In This Issue.....

For t Collin s Senior Center SAINT Transportation

970-221-6644 970-223-8653

Gr eeley Active Adult Center 60+ Ride

970-350-9440 970-352-9348

Joh n st ow n Senior Center 60+ Ride

970-587-5251 970-352-9348

Lovelan d SAINT Transportation Chilson Senior Center

970-223-8653 970-962-2783

M illik en Senior Center 60+ Ride

970-587-2484 970-352-9348

Pu blish er s' Not es........................... 4 In dex of Spon sor s........................... 5 In t h e Spot ligh t ............................... 6 Br ain Gam es.................................... 9

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Legal View s..................................... 10 Lovelan d Residen t .......................... 12 Celebr at in g..................................... 13 M illik en Residen t ........................... 14 M ak in g a Dif f er en ce....................... 16 Gr eeley Residen t ............................ 17

Bob McDonnell Johnstown

Phyllis Kennemer Loveland

Terry Rustin Estes Park

Danita Nixon

Mark Nixon

Virginia Huppe Berthoud

Ali Almquist Photographer

RV View s.......................................... 18 M ak in g a Dif f er en ce....................... 20 Healt h y Livin g................................. 21 Tr avel Tales..................................... 22 Real Est at e Resou r ce...................... 23 Š2020 THRIVE Local Magazine, 1635 Foxtrail Dr., Loveland, CO 80538 970-852-4900 All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or part without written permission is strictly prohibited.

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INSPIRE - CONNECT - EDUCATE

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Danita & Mark Nixon are residents of Loveland.

Mark is a native of Colorado, born in Ft. Collins. Danita was raised a Navy brat, and considers Colorado home.

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When they aren't working or serving in the community, Danita & Mark can be found spending time with friends and family (5 grand kids), "sampling" craft beers, geocaching, traveling or soaking in hot springs!

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Insur ance

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Medical Equipment

Mobility & More

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Mor t gage

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Phot ogr apher

AMA Divine Photography

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Real Est at e

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Senior Living

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St or age

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Tr avel

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Th e M en of M obilit y & M or e 6 Tom , Tab & Hu n t er 6

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In the Spotlight

The Men (and women) of Mobilit y & Mor e

by Dan it a Nixon ph ot os by J & H Ph ot ogr aph y

Meet the men of Mobility & More, located in Loveland, CO. In 2003, three generations of the Black family began serving the Northern Colorado community with a durable medical equipment (DME) company. They have built the company through their commitment to provide the very best products and customer service.

Tom (Thomas A. Black Sr.), the patriarch of the family, previously owned three Whataburger franchises in Texas. In 2002, he and his wife, Kyleen, decided to move with their daughter and two grandchildren to Colorado to be near family.

Tom explained, ?We needed to do something, and we wanted to do it as a family. We looked at buying an established DME company in Colorado Springs; the sale didn?t happen. We were sold on the idea of owning a DME company, so we decided to go ahead and build our own business from the ground up.? Thus, Mobility & More was born.

Tab (Thomas A. Black II), Tom?s son, is the business manager of Mobility & More and an Assistive Technology Professional (ATP). Tab?s son, Tommy, (Thomas A. Black III) worked with the company for a season assisting with repairs and installations.

Tom?s daughter, Dionne, handles billing. Her daughter, Chanel, and son, Hunter, are the ?swiss army knives? of the company. They do whatever needs to be done in the moment including installations, repairs, marketing, etc. They are also both technicians and ATPs. If you stop by the store, the first friendly face you will see is Gayle who is the greeter and customer service specialist. She is not related to the family, but has been a invaluable employee at Mobility and More for over 12 years.

Tom?s wife, Kyleen, was the glue that kept the family together. She passed from Parkinson?s in 2019 and is greatly missed by her family. (continued on next page)

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Mobilit y & Mor e Mobility & More is a ?one stop? medical equipment supply store.

They carry everything from canes, walkers, grab bars and bathroom equipment ? to wheelchairs, scooters, ramps, stair lifts and auto lifts. They repair equipment and even rent equipment out. Talk about full service!

Mobility & More has three ATP certified professionals on staff. The ATP (Assistive Technology Professional) certification indicates that they are skilled at analyzing the needs of consumers, assisting them in the selection of the right assistive technology , and providing training in the use of the selected devices. When you purchase your medical equipment at Mobility & More, you can rest assured that you have the right equipment for your specific needs.

If you h ave a n eed f or m edical equ ipm en t , sh op at t h is local, f am ily ow ed bu sin ess!

M obilit y & M or e 4923 N. Den ver Ave., Lovelan d 970-461-8400 m ym obilit y.biz

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Br ain Games

M ay Puzzl e Sol uti ons

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Legal View s

Est at e Planning is Key Dur ing COVID-19 Pandemic We are living in truly unprecedented times as we take on the COVID-19 pandemic. Entire communities are currently experiencing drastic measures to protect ourselves and our loved ones from harm?s way. While the novel coronavirus has left many wondering what the future will bring, what hasn?t changed is people?s need for well-drafted estate planning. Most of us do not enjoy facing the inevitable, although having properly drafted estate planning in place can ease the mind of the ?what-ifs? during these uncertain and turbulent times.

guess work and ensure that your loved ones are able to honor your wishes when you are no longer able to do so yourself. Basic estate planning includes the creation of wills and trusts. A properly drafted will ensures that your estate will be distributed pursuant to your written wishes upon your passing. Without a will in place, your estate will be divided and distributed pursuant to the intestacy laws of your state. Further, among many other benefits, trusts can be used to reduce income taxes, remove assets from your estate for estate tax purposes, provide supplemental income to individuals with special needs, and avoid probate. Other measures should be considered as well, for example, financial and healthcare power of attorney documents will protect your interests during incapacity. Additionally, your attorney can assist you with obtaining Long-Term Care Insurance and effectuating proper Medicaid Planning so that your hard-earned dollars are not depleted by possible long-term care needs in the future.

Comprehensive estate plans can eliminate the

Advanced Medical Directives and Do Not Resuscitate (?DNR?) Orders during the pandemic should be carefully considered and discussed with your attorney and attending physician in detail. Advanced Medical Directives, which can include the addition of DNR orders, are useful in directing your health care power of attorney and attending physician as to how you would like to receive care when you cannot communicate those decisions on your own behalf. Such documents become necessary when an individual has a terminal condition or is in persistent vegetative state; does that individual want to receive artificial nutrition and hydration? Should 10 10

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the physician use life sustaining procedures, or should such procedures be withheld? Life sustaining procedures may include cardiopulmonary resuscitation, surgery, ventilation, and, importantly, intubation. All things that may be necessary to keep a person alive while fighting the coronavirus. While your attorney can advise you regarding the legal implications of having these documents in place, you should also consult with your doctor what this means for your care if the time comes.

suspension of the personal appearance requirement for notarization due to the presence of COVID-19. Shortly thereafter, the Colorado Secretary of State issued temporary rules, which have been codified at CCR 1505-11, allowing for remote notarization via audio-visual communication. For Coloradans, this means that law firms can use video-conferencing services such as GoToMeeting and Zoom to hold signing ceremonies to execute your legal documents. As such, you can now have a valid will, power of attorney, or trust executed from the comfort of your own home.

Leaving your house is not necessary to execute your estate planning during stay-at-home orders.

With stay-at-home orders in place across the country, states have become creative in issuing temporary rules and legislation allowing for modifications to execution requirements of certain legal documents. For example, on March 27, 2020, Colorado Governor Jared Polis issued Executive Order D 2020 019 ordering the temporary

For m or e in f or m at ion , please con t act Jor gen sen , Br ow n ell & Pepin , P.C. t oday. Ou r exper ien ced at t or n eys ar e h er e t o an sw er an y qu est ion s you m igh t h ave abou t you r est at e plan an d t h e n ew ly im plem en t ed r em ot e n ot ar izat ion pr act ices.

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Lovel and Resident

A Purple Dream by Loveland resident Terry Kasprzak

Terry Kettenhoffen

The Dr eam Mer chant

by St elle Bar n et t

Terry Kettenhoffen, fine art broker and artist representative can best be described as a modern Renaissance man? a person of many talents and many areas of knowledge. He is an outstandingly versatile, well-rounded person who has performed skillfully in many different fields and has a thirst for knowledge and new experiences.

beauty of blown glass twenty-five years ago. That led to his love of color and a passion for all styles and types of art, especially acrylics. He started collecting and keeps an eye out for new artists whose work he can share with collectors and all who appreciate beauty and fine art. Terry currently represents more than ten local artists, including Mr.Terry Kasprzak of Loveland, whose work A Purple Dream appears above.

He has been an art collector and gallery owner for over 25 years and has worked in the fine art world in Hawaii, California, Texas and now Colorado.His portfolio features the artistry of more than 100 world class artists. His vast personal collection is varied: he loves color and whimsy.

?Our inventory is extensive and varied and sure to please any taste. We especially love to introduce folks to the beauty available to them through the world of fine art.?

Terry was born and raised in San Diego, California and attended the University of San Diego where he majored in economics. He has traveled the world and in December of 1981 moved to Hawaii and owned a gallery in Maui, where he lived before coming to Loveland.

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When not pursuing his passion for art, Terry enjoys surfing, water skiing, music and reading. This genuinely kindhearted man loves what he does and believes in giving back.

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Celebr at ing Our Fat her s!

Cel ebr ating

3 generations of Nixon men. left to right: Paul Starnes, Ronan Starnes (Mark's grandson by marriage), Mark Nixon, Mark's son Austin, and Mark's dad Wendell taken in 2016

3 generations of Hoopes men. left to right:Glen Hoopes (Dad), Brad Hoopes, and Brad's son Alex in 2000

My Dad means the world to me, my direction in life and how resilient I become began with him. He is my friend and mentor, I am the man I am today because my dad cared enough to prepare me with some of the skills I needed to conquer my fears, become a leader and ultimately a success. Thanks Dad, I love you. Mark Nixon, Loveland

Brad Hoopes, from Loveland had this to say about his Dad, "The hardest working man I have ever met.

He worked hard to provide for us."

Ken & Ann Lambourne with Liz, 1970 First photo

It has been said "The most important thing a father can do for his children is love their mother " (Theodore Hesburgh). I learned about compassion, loyalty, devotion, and respect by watching how my father loved my mother. Liz Rockwood, Ft Collins 13 THRIVELocalmagazine.com June 2020

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Celebrating

Mil l ik en Residents

20 20 Hall of Fame Recipient s!

Congr at ulat ions t o w inner s Ir eon and Hilda Pent ico Th is w as t h e n om in at ion su bm it t ed by Kat h y Kin dsf at h er , Tow n of M illik en Sen ior Coor din at or

"I would like to take the opportunity to nominate Hilda and Ireon Pentico for the 2020 Senior Hall of Fame. They work and have worked tirelessly on several projects and continue to do so today. Their efforts have been enjoyed by many, along with the smiles and happiness this couple brings to those who live in their community.

Ireon and Hilda Pentico 2020 Hall of Fame Recipients

Community involvement has been a big part of their volunteerism and hard work. They enjoy lending a helping hand whenever they see a need or are asked. This couple is not only hard-working, and faithful, they also love teaching others. Digging in and getting dirty brings on a whole new meaning for these two! Pulling weeds and planting flowers to beautify their town was so appreciated! We all know weeds are one of those things that never seem to go away. They both were there time and time again pulling and pulling to make Town Hall, the Milliken Senior Center, Kermit's Garden, and the Heritage House stay beautiful. Handyman work in general was also on their plate. I cannot even begin to list the projects and such that they have completed ln their time since moving to Milliken.

The talents of these two are endless! Both have participated in and brought square dancing to the area, including dancing for the Greeley Stampede and the Milliken Senior Center. They also traveled to various towns to engage others in this type of fun and exercise. Music is another one of their loves! Homemade musical instruments were made by this couple and brought into the center to provide a very entertaining experience for all! Hilda even made period correct costumes for them and others to wear while performing. Being on the committee to invent and make various floats for parades can also be added to their talents and their tireless giving of time.

Cooking is just another of the many talents this couple possess. They have been a part of fundraising for the senior center by making noodles and kraut burgers as well as helping with the sale of them too. Volunteering and working the senior booth at the Milliken Beef N Bean event has required many hours of this couple to help raise funds for the non-profit organization in which 14 14

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they so proudly serve.

The children of Milliken enjoyed Hilda and lreon, even though they were not aware of who was making their holidays so special. How you ask? They have acted as Santa and Mrs. Claus for many years as well as the Easter bunnies, Henry and Henrietta. The families of this community loved having breakfast with Santa too. They came in costume for nearly ten years for the children and their families, and to serve the town they live in!

As you can see, community is so very important to Hilda and lreon! They stuffed all the utility bills for the Town of Milliken for years without any compensation; just to help! I cannot even imagine how many envelopes they have stuffed in their many years of doing this. They continue to stuff these utility bill envelopes to this day!

When it comes to the Senior Center specifically, both have done so much! Both are current senior board members. Hilda currently holds the office of treasurer, and lreon a board member. Hilda has also held the position of secretary in past years. They volunteer continuously for the senior center they love so much. Decorating, serving, Christmas boutique, doing laundry, nutrition meal services, planning activities, making games, and assisting anyway they can. It would be impossible to list all they have done and do, not only for the Milliken Senior Center, but for the community they so love.

Somewhere in all this, Hilda has also found time to work as an assistant to the Senior Coordinator.

She held this position for over twenty years! The Town of Milliken and the Milliken Senior Center are very blessed to have them volunteer the way they do, and to have them always, always do it with a smile.

Cont inuing t o Make a Dif fer ence!

Hilda and Ireon Pentico have figured out a way to continue to make a difference in their community will staying safe at home.

The two of them have made over 150 cloth masks that they have given away to seniors or community members who can't find masks or can't afford them. Kuddos to the Penticos!

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Mak ing a Differ ence

On t he Right Pat h

by Bob McDonnell

Dan Moyer of Loveland is a car guy. His love of automobiles started as a kid when he played with Matchbox cars and built plastic models of cars.

That?s a good thing since he has owned Metric Motors at 821 South Lincoln Avenue since Dan Moyer with one of his loaner cars 2005. The business originally said more than 40 vehicles were worked on under started in 1978. Under Dan?s ownership, the Metric this program. Dan solicited some funding on social has garnered the newspaper 's Readers?Choice media and a local parts store donated parts to award the last eight years. help.

Dan grew up in Illinois but knew he wanted to live Dan hopes to keep Metric Motors going and in Colorado. He arrived here one week after he growing. He foresees a time soon when they will graduated from high school in 1977. Dan had his be working on electric cars. sights set on being a forest ranger.

He enrolled at Northeastern Junior College in Sterling. At orientation, he heard announcements for various disciplines. When they announced automotive technology, Dan made a life-changing, but apparently a good decision to forget forestry.

With no regrets, Dan says, ?I chose my path.?

Dan still loves his cars. He likes hot rods and has a 1955 Thunderbird. Cars will always be a big part of his life.

Even though the business has the word metric in their name, they repair almost all autos. A sign on the building says, ?American, Asian, and European Auto Repair.? Dan has ten technicians at Metric Motors.

The shop has ten loaner cars for customers to use while theirs is being worked on. Additionally, Metric Motors offers bicycles for waiting customers. Many ride to the nearby park or to downtown.

Metric Motors is ecologically-oriented. They recycle motor oil, batteries and packaging that contained parts. Every technician has a recycle bin by their work area.

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Pu blish er s Not e: We w ou ld lik e t o t h an k Dan f or h is gen er osit y t o t h e com m u n it y du r in g t h e COVID cr isis. To give self lessly of h is ser vice t o t h ose in n eed du r in g a t im e su ch as t h is is t r u ly pr iceless. We k n ow t h at h e h elped sever al older adu lt s in t h e Lovelan d com m u n it y an d m ade a h u ge dif f er en ce in t h eir lives. Th an k 16 you Dan !

Greeley Resident

Volunt eer ing is Rewar ding

by Phyllis Kennemer

Jim Stevenson is enthusiastic about helping others and offering his services in the community to make life better for seniors and for people in distress.

This service enables seniors to continue living in their homes, which helps them maintain their independence and dignity. Jim was touched by how grateful people are for convenient transportation.

Helping people comes naturally to Jim. He served as a school Serving on the advisory board for psychologist in public school systems Flo Mikkelson's Advantage 50 Club for 25 years. During the last five of for over ten years continues to be those years, he was Director of part of Jim's most enjoyable Jim celebrating his 70th birthday!

Exceptional Student Services for the volunteer efforts. This group, School Consortium of Fort Lupton and sponsored by First Advantage Bank in Greeley, Keenesburg. He also maintained a small private sponsors travel and activity adventures for seniors. practice as a psychologist and psychotherapist for They go on monthly trips to Colorado's gambling about 15 years. casinos, attend an away Bronco game each year, and enjoy productions offered at the Denver After retiring in 2005, Jim moved right into Performing Arts Center. volunteering in service organizations. He continued serving on the Community Center Board Jim is grateful for the opportunities he has to serve dedicated to helping adults with significant people in his community. He knows these services cognitive disabilities. He was appointed to the are deeply appreciated.

Family Council of Envision which is part of the Weld County Community Center Board for two years. In this role, he was active in determining grant monies to Envision families. He also served on the board of 24/7 Kids for about a year.

Last September, Jim was hired by North Range Behavioral Health as a Peer Counselor for Seniors.

He follows up on referrals of senior adults who are experiencing difficulties with the aging process.

Jim served on the board for A Woman's Place in Greeley for six years, three of these as secretary.

This organization offers free confidential services to victims and survivors of domestic violence. As a board member, Jim contributed to maintaining the budget, hiring a director, and supporting residents in the safe house.

When Jim's parents could no longer drive and get themselves around, he took on that responsibility, transporting them to appointments and on shopping excursions. He discovered what a valuable service that was and began a three-year stint of volunteering with 60+ Ride through 17 Greeley's Senior Resource Services Association.

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RV View s

My Gypsy Soul Loves Camping

by Geor ge Ryan

But then I started to notice the number of large and powerful diesel RV?s pulling a car or car trailer behind them heading off to . . . who knows where? . . . . My gypsy soul sure envied them for their brand of freedom. That envy is what drove me to begin seeking out RV shows.

Th is isn't m y ph ot o. I don't h ave a pict u r e f r om back t h en , bu t t h is is h ow I cam ped w it h m y Har ley Su per glide - t ar p, an d sleepin g bag blan k et r oll st r apped t o t h e sissy bar back r est w h ile I w as cam pin g

Sticker Shock! My sub conscience said to me ?Well, I guess I can?t enjoy that lifestyle?. But then a friend stuck a slide-in camper on the back of his pickup, and he had ? well, almost the same amenities as the big RV?s that I envied. My friend could do most of what the big rigs do, right? So, my gypsy soul made me purchase a custom made ?Cowboy Camper ? just like his (but built to fit my truck). Boy did that expand my camping enjoyment and satisfy my gypsy soul! For the moment ...

My gypsy soul made itself known during the 70?s. It started with adventures into the wilderness on weekends with a sleeping bag strapped to the backrest on a motorcycle. My protection from any weather was tying a tarp to the backrest and handlebars and staking it to the ground for shelter.

During this period of my life, I was an active duty Marine stationed in California. I rode deep into Mexico, across the Arizona desert, and made frequent forays into the Salton Sea region.

St ylin g w it h m y 98 Dodge an d ?Cow boy Cam per ?

Of course, I still attended RV shows. My envy of the half-million dollar rigs was still quite real, but it did not take long to start seriously looking at various RV?s within my financial reach as an upgrade to the pickup camper. As I approached my senior years, it became more evident that I needed to make that upgrade.

Ten t cam pin g

My next step up was an older class ?A?. I spent a That primitive start matured into tent camping (in a few years and a lot of dollars updating and sleeping bag still but on an air mattress with a cook remodeling the interior of that unit to make it more stove, lanterns, etc.). This is the life, my gypsy soul modern and comfortable. In the long run I threw a thought.

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?even comparable to units 10 years (or more) newer in the living quarters. I managed to double the mileage it had on it when I purchased it. But alas, its mechanical age caught up to it, and I started having real problems ? breaking down at the most inopportune times.

In t er est ed in f in din g ou t m or e abou t cam pin g w it h " Sw eet h ear t Sam s" cam pin g gr ou p? Con t act Geor ge at 303-710-8095

10 Most Popular U.S. RV Dest inat ions: Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming Grand Canyon National Park, Arizona Redwood National Park, California Crater Lake National Park, Oregon Colonial Williamsburg, Virginia Fairbanks, Alaska Yosemite, California

M y f ir st m ot or h om e, a 1995 Bou n der 34' (n ot as m ean , n ot as lean , bu t st ill a M ar in e - USM C r et ir ed

Mount Rushmore, South Dakota Key West, Florida

About 6 years ago I upgraded again to the rig I currently own. I am an Assistant State Director for the Colorado State Good Sams Club, and President of the Loveland Chapter of Good Sams named ?Sweetheart Sams?. I can be found camping at least one long four day weekend a month during the season, with at least one or two longer jaunts ?vacationing? throughout the U.S. We are planning to venture down the entire Natchez Trace sometime soon. Oh, and also plan to join some friends in Mexico. Also, a cruise through New England one fall season to witness the changing of the leaves is on our bucket list.

Walt Disney World, Florida

My Gypsy Soul still loves camping in my later years!

M y cu r r en t m ot or h om e, 35' Win ds Hu r r ican e

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Mak ing A Differ ence

The bouquets prior to being delivered

Jodi putting together a beautiful arrangement for a birthday delivery

Flower Tr ibe

An arrangement placed on a senior 's patio

by Dan it a Nixon

Jodi Kirsch, owner of the Flower Tribe in Fort Collins is making a difference.

Jodi realized that many seniors are feeling extra isolated during this unique period and time, and decided to contribute her gifts to brighten up the day of some lucky local seniors. Jodi received nominations from several organizations and individuals who serve seniors, and put together beautiful bouquets to be delivered to them on May Day. Tags were designed and created by Johnstown resident Ginger Phillips.

Two volunteers jumped into their car and set out to deliver the beautiful flowers!

When you ar e look ing t o send f lower s...why should you choose Flower Tr ibe?

Flower Tribe is passionate about making mindful flower choices and delights in bringing your unique flower point of view to life. Locally grown flowers are always their first choice. They source their flowers as close to home as they can.

Fair-trade Certified Flower Farms, Rain-forest Alliance Certified and VeriFlora Certified flower and American Grown choices for what they can not get close by.

Arrangements are presented in vintage, up-cycled and re-cycled vases and pots.

They compost all their floral stems and organic debris back to a local flower farmer from whom they source their flowers, and to other local green waste recipients, bringing the process full circle.

Floral foam has a DIRTY LITTLE SECRET! It is a one use plastic that breaks down into micro plastics. It is carcinogenic and toxic to humans. It does not compost or biodegrade. For this and other environmental reasons, Flower Tribe is 100% floral foam free to keep their carbon footprint a little lighter.

Unused or gently used flowers are re-purposed and donated to non-profits or other charitable enterprises with values inline with their own.

Flower Tribe reuses and recycles every gosh darn little thing they can.

Last, but not least, they create stunning and unusual flower arrangements!

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Heal thy Living

Why? Trying to be healthy can feel like pushing a boulder up hill. While your worth and value is not tied to your health, you know you could do better. How is it that you can be successful in so many areas in life and yet in this area fall short? Being successful always involves having a strong reason or ?why?to achieve your goal. My guess is that you?re considering making some health changes, what is your "why??

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stake. The biggest indicator of your success is your strong ?why?.

The state of your health is under your control more than perhaps you?ve realized. You can make lasting health changes when your reason for doing so is stronger than any obstacle that challenges you. When you?ve been successful before you had a very strong reason for taking all the needed effort to get there. You also likely had a mentor or guide.

I used to love running through the forest jumping over fallen trees and diving into the murky pond at my grandmother ?s home. You may long for those times that you could do anything you wanted without fear of injury or without needing special consideration and medication. Perhaps you fear losing more mobility, flexibility, and eventually your life if you don?t get your act together in regards to your health. Your reason for being successful this time is strong. You want to be here for them. You want to live out your days with passion and opportunity. Nothing should hold you back.

Ready to make small important healthy changes over time to make a big impact on your health? Follow Health Educator and Coach, Jolie Dekleva, Masters in Public Health, on facebook/Instagram Living Well Intentionally, website www.livingwellintentionally.com to subscribe to her emails Living Well with Jolie.

Making lasting lifestyle changes takes time, effort, and can be downright hard at times, especially if you?re doing it alone. Yet, taking more medications, having less mobility, needing more procedures, experiencing more pain, and having less ability to do things you love is unacceptable. You?ve attempted to navigate the maze of health advice with conflicting and confusing health claims.

They?ve failed you.

I invite you to take a journey with me over the next six months to move you towards your health goals.

To start, keep a journal of what your ideal life looks like. What does the healthier you do daily? Second, keep a food journal for 3 days. Compare what you?re eating now to what your healthier self knows how to eat. Slowly, one small step at a time start moving towards your healthier life. It will be different now because you understand what is at 21 THRIVELocalmagazine.com June 2020

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Travel Tales

Ar e Tr avel Agent s St ill Relevant w it h Today?s Technology?

Travel Agencies are considered by most to be a relic in the travel world. This is far from the truth. Today?s travel agencies have adapted with a changing and growing industry. They play a crucial role in ensuring that the traveling world have the best vacations. They focus on reconnecting people to people and providing for adventures around every bend. The only question is why would you not use a travel agent?

Millions of Americans work countless hours a week. During these hours they earn the precious and coveted ?Vacation Time.? According to a study released by the US Travel Association there were 768 million days of time off not used last year. In addition, 55% of Americans did not use all the vacation they earned. This is time that could have been spent with family and friends. In studies of other countries, it is shown that we become more productive when taking a ?break.? So, I ask you, are travel agents still relevant today? The answer is yes!!!

Here are just a few of the top reasons why a t r avel advisor can help in making better use of your earned time off: 1. Th ey ?ll save you t im e. Don?t spend four weeks planning your four-day vacation. Your time is valuable so leave the trip planning to the pros.

2. Th ey ?ll save you m on ey. Travel advisors have access to the best deals and exclusive offers meaning your vacation won?t break the bank. Whatever your budget is, they?ll find a trip that?s a fit for you.

3. Th ey ?r e exper t plan n er s. Vacations are shown to make you the happiest when you have a detailed itinerary, make a cultural connection and travel at least a few hours from home, according to research done by Project: Time Off. A travel advisor can plan a trip that matches your interests and has all these components.

Plus, a poorly planned vacation can actually increase stress? nobody wants that!

4. You deser ve a br eak . Vacation makes employees happier and happier employees are more productive, according to Shawn Achor, author of The Happiness Advantage. It?s time to let go of whatever reason you may have for not using your vacation days and get ready to relax and recharge.

When you are thinking of booking your next travel plans think of using Cruise Planners, your land and cruise specialist. We are your local travel experts providing personalized vacation planning services for all our clients. Let us help you start using those vacation days today.

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