Spring

Every Mothers Day I hit the nursery and spend way too much time and money (thank you honey) on the perfect assortment of flowers and greenery for my annual flower pot on my porch. There is something to be said of traditions, they warm the heart.

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Featured Trip Destination: Cave Of The Winds

Location: Manitou Springs, CO (Map)

Cost Per Person: $7-$24 per person

Age Range: All Ages
Trip Time: 1-2 Days

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Did you know Colorado boasts a great selection of wines made on the western slope? It's nestled in the Grand Valley area of Colorado (Which contains Grand Junction, Palisade and Fruita). Just a 4-5 hour drive from Fort Collins will put you smack dab in the middle of Colorado Wine County and a plethora of wineries and meaderies as well as a brewery and a distillery.

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While I was doing my latest Facebook stalking of my friends and family I saw a set of pictures that captured the best of Colorado. Few believe us and many imitate us, but when we say "if you don't like the weather, wait five minutes", we aren't lying.

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As I sit at my desk thinking of some mind-blowing thing to write about, I am distracted by the overwhelming loud chatter outside my office window. Low and behold there are a ton of Robins.

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One of the first things you should probably know about me is that I am from South Carolina, Myrtle Beach to be more exact. However, I am now very proud to call Colorado home! There is good and bad about both places

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Aside from a full choir of Meadowlarks, the sure sign that spring is coming is my
horse Lily shedding out.   I don't know if it's because she's white that I notice it with her more than the other horses who are bays.  Besides attaching to gloves, coats, and up my nose, the fur means oh-so-soft nests

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26 days until Spring. Yup! The countdown is on for most of us. You snow-bunnies will just have to face it; warm weather is on the way and it's time to start thinking about those gardens and outdoor projects.

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Have you cast your vote in our "Despicable Deck" contest yet? It's not too late but time is fast running out to lob your vote in.

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I can do a lot of things around the house; a real handy man, jack of all trades. But the one thing I won't, or can't do, scares me the most. Carpet! Where to buy it and who to install it? I think I could do it myself, but one mistake could be a very costly and/or ugly mistake.

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'Parks and Recreation' has played host to a number of distinguished guest stars over five seasons, this year alone bringing the likes of Jason Schwartzman, 'SNL's' Jenny Slate, Newt Gingrich, Joe Biden, Lucy Lawless, ‘Breaking Bad‘s’ Jonathan Banks and Glenn Headly. But with rumors surrounding 'Parks and Recreation's' likely renewal for a sixth season, could the series tap its biggest guest star yet as Pawnee's Mayor? Find out if Bill Murray will make a 'Parks and Recreation' appearance inside!

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Could it be?  The one the "Birders" call the holy grail of sightings?  Probably not. Most likely not, because when it comes to birds I haven't a clue but I don't think I know what this bird is.  Can you help?

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