If you’re hunting for the best jelly beans in Boulder, you’re in for a treat! While I couldn’t find specific stores in Boulder, I can guide you through some of the top jelly bean brands that you might look for in local shops or order online. While some unusual markets may have the entire large […]

We Boulderites wonder: Is a camera phone a “real” camera? First, what’s wrong with the iPhone and the other top level camera/phones? I find two non-fatal flaws which I’d like to get out of the way immediately. No suspense for the bad news is necessary. I’ll let the cat out of the bag and we’ll […]

  The Rail Line Splits at Dotsero, with a Track Turning North To Salt Lake City. We KNOW that I am a huge fan of the Amtrak ZEPHYR ride from Denver , past Boulder to Grand Junction. As we approach Glenwood Springs from Denver, and before we go through the AMAZING red rocked Glenwood Canyon […]

  The dog food isle is filled with options. The grocery store has many feet of shelf space devoted to dog food options. A large store devoted to pets like Petsmart has many more times the number of options to feed your pampered pup. We all want to feed our four-legged friend the finest food […]

Have you ever had a cell phone call dropped, whether it is a Boulder to Boulder call or a Boulder to Mexico or to Iceland call? If that has not happened to you, you have never used a cell phone! Is it possible to ease any of the stress and annoyance associated with simple cell […]

Even in our high-tech Boulder Valley, spelling counts. While “auto-correct” is a powerful tool, it is only that. It is one tool. It is not a complete solution. While much of what we write is done on a computer, much is still written by hand. Two age-old questions that are still relevant for students, which […]

It’s about the time of year when Boulderites vacation by staying right here in the magnificent valley. It is still possible for us to another snow down here at mile high, and nights on Key West can still be rather cool. Neither will be true for long as summer rapidly approaches. Snow skis are being  […]

A Classic Lassie Rescue! Lassie, the iconic hero collie in Boulder and everywhere, who has captured the hearts of millions around the globe, is undeniably one of the most beloved dogs of the big screen. Like a fine wine, aging has only improved America’s most loved and most recognized dog of the silver screen . […]

We Boulderites watch a LOT of movies. We see them on TV, in the movie theaters, and even being made on our own streets. We see a LOT of the finest acting on the planet. We’ve heard of different approaches to acting, different techniques for drawing the watcher into the film. While most of us […]

Have you ever found yourself as a Boulder guest for dinner feeling unsure about the proper dining etiquette? This can happen  while at a formal dinner or a business luncheon or in a more casual environment. Understanding and practicing good table manners can significantly enhance your dining experience and leave a lasting positive impression on […]