Health + Wellness

The Privilege of Passion

Letting Each Moment Become an Adventure Article by Cassandra Green | Photography by David Dillon, Abby Watkins There’s something about knowing why you show up each day. It’s even more powerful when you realize the answer is very simple. It’s about connection; connection to people, stories, nature,  emotions, this world and the human experience. It’s about making people smile, awakening their sight, inspiring their next step and doing it in a way that makes you come alive. The following...

Food + Beverage

Dude Food

Food Trucks, Coffee Houses and Breweries! Bring It On! Article by Kristen Gonzales | Photography by Provided and Abby Watkins One of the best things about Parker is the fantastic amount of delicious food and drink options. Let's highlight a few this month that are local and tasty and bring a “Dude Food” vibe for our guys. Whether it’s a guy’s night, a business meeting or a local men’s group, our food and drink options hit the spot. Check them out below! Brew Hound In the heart of Parker, on...

Food + Beverage

An Exquisite Endeavor

Perfected By Passion BatchHouse Distillery is Sifting the Colorado Horizon Article by Cassandra Green | Photography by Kristen Torgersen “It started off as a passion project, just a hobby really,” Greg Norris, CEO and Master Distiller at BatchHouse Distillery, shares about his humble beginnings. With notes of cherry, oak and vanilla, BatchHouse Distillery crafts a bold Single Barrel Bourbon Whiskey that graces the shelves of select locations in Colorado. “It took about 3 ½ years to get the...

Travel

DC Summer at Gaylord Rockies

A Superhero-Filled Summer Adventure Photography by Provided Located in stunning Aurora just minutes from Denver, the Gaylord Rockies Resort promises an epic summer adventure for your entire family. The DC Summer experience is packed with thrilling activities and events that bring your favorite DC superheroes and supervillains to life. Whether you’re solving puzzles or dining with heroes, they've designed every moment for maximum fun and excitement. Can you crack the trickiest puzzles? Face...

Local Services

Colorado's Outdoor Elements

Four Elements Landscape and Outdoor Living creates award winning spaces for local clients. Article by Julie Hoglund | Photography by Abby Watkins, John Van Fifteen-year-old John Van pushed his lawnmower across a client’s lush, verdant lawn. The smell of freshly cut grass permeated the air as he meticulously cut it to his father’s standards. He never anticipated that the rest of his career would be about taming Colorado terrain and designing award-winning landscapes with Four Elements, founded...

Health + Wellness

The Mind-Body Connection

Multi-Tasker, Kelly Nason, Shares Tips for a Quieter Inner Life Article by Julie Hoglund | Photography by Abby Watkins Kelly Nason compares a woman’s mental load to a laptop with eighty seven tabs open. “That’s how I feel my brain is!” she tells me. Kelly’s daily tabs reflect her responsibilities as a mother of two boys, the owner of Santosha Yoga/Therapy Studio, a licensed therapist and a yoga instructor. Additionally, she keeps a list of daily tasks and self-care activities. She even...

Life + Culture

Movers and Shakers

Women of Incredible Passion and Service Article by Cassandra Green | Photography by Abby Watkins, Autumn Burke Photography This year, we are rolling out the carpet and setting the stage for seven ladies who are paving the way in creative and confident ways. Each of these women serves our community and families with dedication and passion. We hope their stories reflect an intentionality that inspires newfound dreams and encourages you to set the stage and tone for your own daily life. Anne...

Professional Services

Greenwood Automotive Expanding in Parker with New Service Center

Honesty in Customer Service from Buying to Maintaining Vehicles for the Parker Community Article by Kristen Gonzales | Photography by Juliana Wilfong Greenwood Automotive now features a new state-of-the-art service center to serve the Parker community, Greenwood Automotive Repair & Tire of Parker This family-owned business speaks to the Parker community in more ways than one. The Schabackers raised their children in Douglas County and their son has joined the business. They have known and...

Arts + Culture

Brought Together By Clay

Kaylee's Love for Pottery Has Gathered a Community Together in Her Studio at Community Mud Article by Cassandra Green | Photography by Ryan Burke Kaylee Eichholz is the owner of Community Mud, a pottery studio in Parker. I had the opportunity to get to know her love for art and community. What I love about this interview is hearing Kaylee’s passion for bringing people together in a creative and empowering way.  She and her team are celebrating their one-year anniversary Sunday, May 18th at...

Finance + Legal Services

5 Tax-Saving Strategies to Keep More of Your Money

5 Tax-Saving Strategies to Keep More of Your MoneyTax season doesn’t have to feel like an uphill battle. With the right strategies, you can minimize your tax bill and keep more of your hard-earned money where it belongs, in your pocket.Whether you’re a DIY tax filer or rely on a pro, understanding these key moves can help you make smarter financial decisions and sidestep costly mistakes. Let’s dive in.1. Adjust Your Withholding to Avoid SurprisesGetting a big refund might feel like a win, but it...