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Merry Christmas!

December 25, 2008

I hope that you and yours are having a very merry Christmas! As for us.... Look what we got ourselves into.  Read more...

The Best Neighborhoods For Lights

December 23, 2008

I hate to say it, but no one could write this post better than the Rocky Mountain News. And with rumors of the Rocky being in trouble, we better use their resources with a vengeance this year. They are known far and wide for publishing a map of their best picks and chart out the route for you to see the best lights in Denver, how convenient! And they also have a photo slideshow of individual  Read more...

Doing The Holidays From Afar

December 23, 2008

My husband and I moved to Denver 15 years ago. In fact, we trekked to Denver in a U-Haul leaving right after New Years Day 1994, driving all the way from Baltimore, Maryland to the Rocky Mountains. It's been a tremendous change in many ways - but one thing we've had to get used to is being away from our families - all still back in Maryland - during the holidays. Sure, there have been a few here  Read more...

Give the Gift of Denver!

December 16, 2008

Isn't it frustrating when you are searching for a gift for someone and they already have EVERYTHING? Well, in the interest of creating memories (and going green) - what about giving memberships this year to loved ones instead of just stuff? That way Grandma can accompany you to the Zoo any time you go. Or your best friend can easily bring her tots along to the Aquarium. Fun for the whole year!  Read more...

A Great Time For Giving

December 15, 2008

I feel so fortunate. Right now, in general, my family is financially secure and we are doing OK. Sure, we are not rich, but as I watch the news and see the economic trauma around the country, I can't help but wonder what else we can do to help others - and in turn, teach my son the value of charity as well. Tis the season and all, right? But how do we go about it? Donate Money We already have  Read more...

Rock Out With Your Tot (For The Holidays)

December 12, 2008

I am a huge music fan, so it's no surprise that I love holiday music just as much. I do have a strict rule that we can't start listening to it until Thanksgiving weekend, but after that - all bets are off! So, at 6, Declan is already used to and has many holiday music faves himself. Here are some of our family favorites to listen to this time of year, by our favorite artist's rendition of that  Read more...

Go Green This Season

December 10, 2008

Going green is not just a fad, it's a way of life, right? And what better time of year to teach the principals of eco-friendliness than during the holiday season? Here are some ideas to jump start the green in your house this year: Send ecards instead of paper cards. Give services instead of purchased gifts, like raking leaves, mowing the lawn, etc. Or maybe gifts that you DO together, like  Read more...

Make Holiday Cards With The Kids!

December 05, 2008

It's that time of the year, right? Time to get those holiday cards in order. Well, except for me, the process started back in September. I actually put up a post on my personal blog looking for input on how to go about holiday cards this year. Because 1) the sheer number of cards was getting out of hand 2) so many people in my life "see" us on a daily basis through the magic of the internet (so,  Read more...

Holiday Fun Around Denver

December 02, 2008

There is so much to do around Denver this time of year! Here are some ideas to fill-up your already busy calendar. Colorado Christmas at Four Mile Historic Park This event takes place over the December 5th and 6th weekend and allows families to step back into a Victorian Christmas. Denver Christkindl Market The place to get all kinds of German holiday gifts, and German food! Parade of Lights  Read more...

Wildlife Wonderland

November 24, 2008

Last Friday night, we headed down to the Wildlife Experience in Parker to check out their newest holiday attraction! If you have never been to the Wildlife Experience, it's a fun trip in of itself to learn about animals and the habitats they live in. But from now until December 28th, the place has been transformed into Winter Wonderlights . Complete with an outdoor walking tour (bring your  Read more...

More of Our Favorite Activities and Things to Do in denver

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Creatures & Critters:
Our Urban Jungle

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Do, Re, Mi! Places to Hear, Sing & Play a Tune

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Artistic Endeavors:
Our Favorite Art Venues

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Room to Run:
Run, Jump & Wiggle Outdoors

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Rainy & Quiet Days:
Cozy & Crazy Indoor Fun

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A Sense of History:
Our City's Stories

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Tot's Science Fair:
Science & Nature Sites

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Splash, Spray, Play! Local Spots to Get Wet

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The Most Fun in Life Is Free!

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