Three Colorado Long Weekend Getaways

Looking for a break in your routine, but reluctant to join the airline chaos that is Summer 2022?  Here are some quick ideas for you.   Manitou Springs A quaint little town adjacent to the south side of Colorado Springs, Manitou has lots to offer.  Natural springs that literally spout out from different fountains downtown…

Psst, What’s Your Password?

Recently I attended the Investment News Women’s Advisor Summit.  Great event, Investment News! So much information which I will be sharing with you in future blogs.   One of the most riveting presentations was about cybersecurity by Erin Donham of Charles Schwab.  I know, you don’t believe me, but that’s okay.  I’ll give you the…

Summer Bring-to-the-Party Recipe

Summer is in full swing and as my readers are probably VERY in-demand, you may need a handy recipe to bring to all those parties at which your presence is requested.  To be the most popular guest at summer gatherings, in addition to bringing copious drinks, here is the best recipe to contribute to the…

3 Hidden Gem Hikes Near Denver

It’s summer and we here in Colorado love to get out and enjoy our beautiful scenery.  The thing is, there are more of us in the state to share the space.  So how to we get away from it all without the hassle of terrible parking, too much dog poop, and weaving around slow families…

Personal Inflation Rate

If it bleeds it leads and that can certainly be said about the media frenzy around high inflation rates.  Of course, prices are going up and it’s uncomfortable.  But are all your costs going up 8%?  Maybe, maybe not.   The Consumer Price Index is the measure most often cited to show the cost of…