Maybe you’ve had JuJubes at the movies? The precursor to gummy bears, JuJubes are faux fruit flavored chewy candies that keep your dentist in business. The hot JuJube right now is actually Ziziphus jujuba, commonly called jujube, red date, Chinese date, Korean date, or Indian date. Mounting evidence shows the red date can protect us […]

We plant flowers to attract bees, have naturally growing things that attract bees, and in return the honey bees pollinate our flowering plants. Without pollinated plants, we’d have no wheat, no corn, and generally no food. That’s a problem. We’ve all read about the various theories on hives collapsing, and the concomitant lose of a […]

Are you looking for an idyllic adventure in Colorado? Look no further than Boulder Creek! Nestled in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, this picturesque creek offers visitors the perfect opportunity to explore the best creekside hangouts in Boulder, Colorado. From scenic hikes to tranquil fishing spots, Boulder Creek is a nature-lover’s paradise. Discover the […]

“I left my purse at the Biergarten last night, so I should probably go pick it up later today. My brother found me looking for it in front of the Municipal Building … haha. He is my little angel. At least this breakfast burrito is pretty good. There could be worse mornings, you know?” – […]

Bear Peak is commonly considered to be towards the southern end of Boulder’s Flatirons range, a group of rock formations on the city’s western outskirts. Hiking to the summit of Bear Peak is a popular activity. In addition to trekking, Bear Peak is home to at least three rock climbing formations: The Slab, The Goose, […]

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The Boulder Flatirons, located in Boulder, Colorado are a series of iconic rock formations that have drawn climbers from around the world for decades. These massive sandstone slabs, which jut out of the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, are not only awe-inspiring to look at but also provide some of the most exhilarating and challenging […]

It’s long been known that improving your physical fitness is associated with living a longer life. Studies show that past age 65, your walking speed at your natural pace is a surprisingly reliable predictor of survival. The study looked at the natural gait speed of more than 34,000 participants age 65 and older from nine previous studies. These studies followed […]

The Western Flicker, scientifically known as Colaptes auratus, is a fascinating bird species belonging to the woodpecker family. This bird is widely recognized for its distinctive appearance and behavior, making it a subject of interest for birdwatchers and ornithologists. And one of ongoing fascination for me. Personally, during the Covid lock-down year +, I was […]