Veterans Day, observed annually on November 11, honors the service and sacrifice of military veterans in the United States. Its origins trace back to the end of World War I, which formally concluded with the Treaty of Versailles on June 28, 1919. However, the fighting ceased seven months earlier, on the eleventh hour of the […]

My personal favorite local to Boulder remains Longs Peak. Here’s Longs  Peak the day after the recent series of storms.

Boulder BBQ comes in a wide variety of flavors, styles, meats, and preferences. But which are considered the best? Boulder’s Best BBQ Here’s a starting point for your BBQ exploration. The top 5 BBQ spots in and around Boulder, Colorado: 1. West End Tavern – Location: 926 Pearl St, Boulder, CO 80302 – Highlights: Award-winning […]

Is Boulder Weather Prediction Fact or Fantasy? My believe is that it is both!  Boulder weather is a mix of fact and fancy. Even Dumbledore would be baffled!  Historically, weather has been predicted based upon weather patterns over many years. Weather one year give clues to to what to expect the next year. These patterns […]

Boulderites are part of the US electoral process. People struggle to understand it. What IS that process? The Electoral College is a fundamental aspect of the United States’ presidential election process. Understanding the Electoral College, how it works, and why it matters is crucial for citizens to comprehend the intricacies of electing the nation’s leader.  […]

My favorite part of visiting Las Vegas is visiting the Hoover Dam, an art deco masterpiece. Boulder Vacation: Hoover Dam’s Deco! is located in the middle of the desert. Close to Death Valley, the hottest place on earth, it comes to mind during the start of our winter’s cold. Boulder Vacation: Hoover Dam’s Deco! So […]

Boulder Backyard has visitors of all types. The incoming winter brings a party of animals to the back yard. Keeping water, food, and shelter in the back yard makes for a welcoming animal environment for these local fauna. Boulder Backyard: Fattening For Winter Do I have a favorite in our Boulder Backyard? Definitely. ALL of […]

Boulder Coke Mural! Boulder County’s Coke mural was painted by a true artisan. It’s the REAL THING! Discovery Discovered hidden behind a wall, this Coca Cola artwork is a masterpiece. It was hidden, buried behind a wall and preserved for decades. In spite of preservation efforts, the sign is now faded and peeling. It was […]

Day of the Dead: Día de los Muertos! Day of the Dead in Boulder celebrates a brief and happy return of the dead to the land of the living! It is a vibrant and deeply meaningful tradition celebrated in Boulder County and throughout the world. This annual event holds great cultural significance. It provides a […]

Is the Patterson Inn, located at 420 E 11th Ave., Denver, Colorado, really inhabited by spirits? Here’s an end to that suspense. Haunted Patterson Hotel! It’s The Real Thing!!! Colorado’s Second-Most Haunted Hotel! I have spent three nights as a guest of the Patterson Inn. I had paranormal experiences in two of the rooms; The […]