Boulder, Colorado’s Music Scene: Harmonizing with the Future in 2024 Boulder, Colorado, nestled in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, has always been a hub of artistic expression and cultural vibrancy. As we step into 2024, the city’s music scene continues to evolve, offering a harmonious blend of tradition and innovation. The past year, 2023, […]

Understanding Boulder’s Winter: The Need for Energy Efficiency Boulder, Colorado, known for its picturesque landscapes and vibrant community, experiences a distinctive winter climate. The city often sees significant snowfall, with average temperatures ranging from 22°F to 45°F during the winter months. This season not only brings a wonderland scene but also the challenge of increased […]

There are a lot of stereotypes about Boulder. It’s a college town with a reputation for partying. It’s home to a Buddhist-based university, Naropa, started in part by Allen Ginsberg. Its people are some of the healthiest, in one of the healthiest states in the country. And, of course, there’s the “granola crunch” factor, encapsulating […]

I sense the amount of time I spend pondering and searching for “my purpose” as abnormal. I return to Paul Graham’s essay, How To Do What You Love, once or twice a month. The segment of Steve Jobs’ legendary Stanford Commencement Speech, Keep Looking, Don’t Settle, is bookmarked to my “revisit often” file. And on […]

Let’s get a few things out of the way first. First, I do not hate Christmas. Take away the rampant commercialization and repugnant consumerism, and you still have a time of year to be thankful, to be hopeful, and to push yourself to be just a little more decent. Yes, even in 2020. It’s Christmas […]

Boulder Bliss: A Dog’s Winter Wonderland in One of America’s Top Dog-Friendly Cities Nestled in the heart of Colorado, Boulder emerges as a winter wonderland, not just for its human residents but for the four-legged ones too. Known for its dog-friendly attitude, Boulder transforms into a snowy paradise for dogs during the winter months, offering […]

When I mentioned to my wife that I was thinking about reviewing the apocalyptic thriller and committed bummer Leave the World Behind, she was not entirely on board. “Really? You want people to read a review of that? On Christmas?” My son concurred. The idea of my tens of readers enjoying the bounty of December […]

In a Boulder backyard, a striking Bullock’s Oriole perched on a feeder. Its vibrant plumage, a tapestry of oranges and blacks, stood out amidst the natural surroundings. This rare sighting had the local birdwatching community buzzing with excitement! The epic pic showcased this avian guest against the backdrop of Colorado’s rugged beauty. It captured the […]

Boulder’s Christmas Magic: A Journey Through Holiday Memories and Mountain Charm Nestled at the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, Boulder, Colorado, becomes a winter wonderland during the holiday season, exuding a unique charm that blends its natural beauty with a warm, festive spirit. This Christmas, we dive into the heart of Boulder’s yuletide celebrations and […]

There have been studies conducted to determine if happy people live longer.  In a study from the UK, one of the longest-running studies on aging,  older people who said they were happy, were less likely to die over a five-year period. And the happier they were, the longer they lived. The study results showed that older […]