Some family recipes are such a fiercely-guarded secret that only one person knows them and selectively passes them down to children and grandchildren. We don’t know about you, but as soon as we hear “secret family recipe” we HAVE to know what it is. Because if it’s been kept in the family for decades, generations even, it has to be good. Or great. And the saliva glands just start working overtime until we find out. If that’s you – you’ll appreciate the hunt we launched for secret family recipes — just in time for Thanksgiving!
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The original Veterans Day commemorated the end of the first World War. When President Dwight D. Eisenhower proclaimed it a national holiday, he also called on Americans everywhere to rededicate themselves to the cause of peace. There are nearly 20 million vets living in the U.S. today, from every walk of life, and this day is set aside to “honor America’s veterans for their patriotism, love of country and willingness to serve and sacrifice for the common good.”
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If you think buying a new home is not as affordable as buying a used home, think again! For anyone considering a relocation to new digs, the benefits of new construction can outweigh any hesitations. Here are the top five reasons why owning a brand new home might be the right move for you! 
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One of the best things about living in Colliers Hill in northwest Denver is its proximity to Erie (less than five minutes), Boulder (25 minutes) and a few L-cities in between (Lafayette: 15 minutes and Longmont: 20 minutes). These locations are especially appealing this time of year with so many fall festivals, pumpkin patches, corn mazes and Halloween things to do — such a short drive (or walk) away!
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The Eerie Erie is a community race held in Erie on October 27, the Saturday before Halloween. It’s both a serious and a fun run that attracts runners from all over the state, many of them wearing their Halloween best. Since 1982 the Optimists Club of Erie, which was founded to “aid and encourage the development of youth,” has been planning and coordinating this community race. Each year it gets bigger and better and takes an army of volunteers to pull off, says Joanne Pastor, President and Chairman of the Optimists Club.
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Can’t wait to relocate to northwest Denver? Looking for a new home with all the bells and whistles in a master-planned community with awesome amenities and plenty of fun things to do? Hoping to find a friendly neighborhood that feels like a small town, but has access to big-city life – when you want it?
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The 2018 products from Ikea have given Ikea furniture hackers and Pinterest fans plenty of fodder for re-envisioning the Swedish manufacturer’s basics by embellishing, modifying, painting and reconfiguring Ikea furniture, pieces and parts. Take a look at these creative iterations that all start with one of the international company’s ready-to-assemble products. Then dive into an easy weekend project and put your own spin on a generic Ikea item to make it fit your signature style!
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‘Tis the season for pumpkin spice, falling leaves and hay fever! Seasonal allergies affect 26 million American adults and kids according to the CDC. Ragweed is in bloom until November and a single plant may release 1 million pollen grains in just one day – which can travel up to 100 miles.
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Want a little less mayhem in your mornings? Now that kids are back in school and life has you keeping all kinds of balls in the air, doesn’t the idea of a breakfast you can make-ahead appeal to you? It does to us, so we found dozens – that’s right – dozens of A.M. meals that will help you get a head start on the day!
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Flagstone patios and walkways are a thing of beauty and a labor-intensive undertaking, even for the seasoned DIYer. But if you spark to the idea of adding an extra seating area, or laying a winding path from your patio to a garden or exit gate, consider the advice of Dave White at Glacier View Landscape and Design in Erie for the best results.
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