Each of us has dreams, desires, and ambitions. There are races we want to enter, promotions we want to apply for, fitness classes we would like to take, languages we wish to learn, businesses we want to start, and the list goes on. We make plans to get there and oftentimes can even see ourselves […]
Eldorado Canyon State Park, located just a short drive from Boulder, Colorado, is a hidden gem of natural beauty. The park boasts stunning rock formations, challenging hiking trails, and a beautiful stream that runs through the heart of the canyon. One of the most striking features of Eldorado Canyon State Park is the South Boulder […]
Sunset Point at Sunset photo Lenny Lensworth Frieling Boulderites travel. Summer and winter, North and South and all points in between. My rationalization for posting a sunset picture at sunrise is simple. Sunset in one place means it IS sunrise in another. I suppose that if you are a “flat earther” this presents some […]
Atlas Moth photo Lenny Lensworth Frieling Actually the frenulum is a difference between moths and butterflies, since moths have them and butterflies do not. But that feature, which joins the forewings and the hind wings is not the most distinctive difference. It is however a GREAT word. Some of the most spectacular “butterflies” are in […]
Boulder’s Pearl Street Mall is renowned for its eclectic street performers. Musicians play guitars, violins, and more, filling the air with music. Human statues, dressed in elaborate costumes, come to life when coins drop into their collection. Jugglers, fire dancers, and magicians captivate crowds with their skills. Dancers showcase their moves, while chalk artists turn […]
Jack Russell Terriers Many Dogs Have Natural Supportive Instincts And Train to be Therapy Dogs Readily In our Boulder world bustling with stress, adventures and challenges, therapy dogs stand out as four-legged heroes, offering comfort and peace. These special canines are not just pets; they are trained companions that bring joy, provide emotional support, […]
Up the highway one exit East of Boulder we are fortunate to be next to the famous Butterfly Pavilion. We see it as a photo up beyond compare and a rare treat. The butterflies might see it as a giant spring break in the jungle. Black Swallowtail photo Lenny Lensworth Frieling The Black Swallowtail (Papilio […]
We Boulderites often explore. We explore topics academically and practically. We explore various activities as hobbies and professionally. We use power tools, hand tools, kitchen knives, and a myriad of items with sharp edges, fast moving parts, and other traps for our various body parts. Sometimes we end up with blood, either ours or from […]
Joseph Wirth and I happened to run into two very recognizable faces, Trapper and the High Plains Roller. These two men were panning for gold which is one of the simplest ways to obtain this precious metal. Although it is easy to pan for the gold it yields a very small amount making it a […]
What IS a mutt? It is a mix of two or more breeds. So it is a moving target. Today’s mixed breed is tomorrow’s new breed. A great example is the Leonberger. The Leonberger dog breed was created in the 1840s to resemble the lion of the Leonberg town crest. It is a cross between […]