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Calling all photographers, intentional or accidental! The Left Hand Valley Courier’s Photo of the Week feature is open to any area resident who personally photographs Niwot-Gunbarrel area sights, including people (with permission, of course), buildings, animals, birds, plants, flowers, events, or anything else. Naturally, there are a few rules to follow: • The photograph must be submitted in jpg format via email to editorial@lhvc.comeditorial@lhvc.com in high resolution. • Please include a caption describing the photo, your name, email addre...
ACROSS 3. losses 4. Kheng 6. Weaver 9. detours 12. online 13. Shaw 15. West 16. Haley 17. Fletemeyer 18. Bronx DOWN 1. cookie 2. Jelniker 5. tennis 7. Bell 8. Rockies 10. Santelli 11. Wallace 14. Hamilton... Full story
Ok. It's that vacation planning time of year. After figuring out the when and the where of your trip, you inevitably find yourself swiping Tripadvisor trying to find the perfect hotel or Airbnb to settle in for five days away from the luxuries and familiarity of home. Location, amenities, size, and local food options all factor into this daunting task. As any seasoned traveler would tell you, ratings are not always helpful. Why do the Travelodge and the Four Seasons have the same rating? A five-...
Calling all photographers, intentional or accidental! The Left Hand Valley Courier’s Photo of the Week feature is open to any area resident who personally photographs Niwot-Gunbarrel area sights, including people (with permission, of course), buildings, animals, birds, plants, flowers, events, or anything else. Naturally, there are a few rules to follow: • The photograph must be submitted in jpg format via email to editorial@lhvc.comeditorial@lhvc.com in high resolution. • Please include a caption describing the photo, your name, email addre...
ACROSS 2. golf 7. psychology 8. micro 9. Heartbeat 13. Cui 14. size 15. second DOWN 1. Footloose 3. Kasper 4. Excellent 5. Columbus 6. five 7. plat 10. Arizona 11. bridge 12. West 13. Chen... Full story
Ok. I am confused by dress codes. They can be problematic because there is no consistent rulebook. We recently received a wedding invitation that said "semi formal." I thought that was pretty straightforward. Semi formal seems to me to mean men in suits and women in cocktail dresses. I am so wrong. After attending a couple of "semi formal" events, I realize that today, "semi formal" means simply "not formal." Basically, I think it means that you can wear anything you want, except a tuxedo. If...
Who doesn't love waking up to the aroma of fresh breads, rolls and pastries warm from the oven? These breakfast sweets also freeze well so you can defrost on a daily basis. BANANA BREAD Submitted by Melissa Johnson Ingredients: 1 ¼ cups sugar ½ cup stick margarine or softened butter 2 large eggs 1 ½ cups mashed ripe bananas (3 to 4 medium). Or for more banana flavor, use up to 6. ½ cup buttermilk (regular milk works too) 1 teaspoon vanilla 2 ½ cups all-purpose...
Calling all photographers, intentional or accidental! The Left Hand Valley Courier’s Photo of the Week feature is open to any area resident who personally photographs Niwot-Gunbarrel area sights, including people (with permission, of course), buildings, animals, birds, plants, flowers, events, or anything else. Naturally, there are a few rules to follow: • The photograph must be submitted in jpg format via email to editorial@lhvc.comeditorial@lhvc.com in high resolution. • Please include a caption describing the photo, your name, email addre...
Rounding out the "week of recipes" is the Courier Cookbook collection of Sunday Smoothies. Smoothies wake you up, start the blood flowing, give you energy that lasts all morning and are a great way to eat some fruits and vegetables. Try one of these variations for a great start to your day. DAILY DOSE OF ENERGY SMOOTHIE Submitted by Catherine Marylander A delicious and healthy way to start every day. Ingredients: 1 cup fresh spinach 1 frozen banana 1/4 c frozen pineapple 1/2 cup or more oat...
ACROSS 1. Kasper 3. better 5. pencils 7. Joshi 9. striker 12. Pomona 14. Henriques DOWN 2. safety 4. rail 6. cosmic 8. draw 10. tennis 11. power 13. feed... Full story
Calling all photographers, intentional or accidental! The Left Hand Valley Courier’s Photo of the Week feature is open to any area resident who personally photographs Niwot-Gunbarrel area sights, including people (with permission, of course), buildings, animals, birds, plants, flowers, events, or anything else. Naturally, there are a few rules to follow: • The photograph must be submitted in jpg format via email to editorial@lhvc.comeditorial@lhvc.com in high resolution. • Please include a caption describing the photo, your name, email addre...
ACROSS 2. four 4. French 5. feed 8. yearbook 9. Ditzel 11. Osmosis 13. jazz 15. wage DOWN 1. point 3. Erie 5. Fay 6. DeRose 7. Footloose 10. mustang 12. mobile 14. Niwot... Full story
In the novel "Stranger to Myself" by Jennifer Svendsen, the main character, Rebekah Lark, has a supernatural experience where she switches bodies with another character known as Caroline. Both characters had been in comas at the same time, and Rebekah had earlier had difficulties with out-of-body experiences due to an accident that resulted in brain damage and serious migraines. This novel takes a very philosophical approach to identity and the soul, while combining that approach with...
'Tis the season of green. But rather than "greens," we mean literally green. Jesse Murphy has shared many of his family's recipes with you from potatoes to potatoes (with some green mixed in), Irish cream and green cupcakes for dessert. Éirinn go Brách! IRISH CREAM Submitted by Jesse Murphy This is a great drink to sip by itself or to add to a cup of coffee for a little kick. Can be made with or without alcohol. Ingredients: ½ tsp instant espresso powder 1 tsp unsweetened cocoa powder 1 t...
Calling all photographers, intentional or accidental! The Left Hand Valley Courier’s Photo of the Week feature is open to any area resident who personally photographs Niwot-Gunbarrel area sights, including people (with permission, of course), buildings, animals, birds, plants, flowers, events, or anything else. Naturally, there are a few rules to follow: • The photograph must be submitted in jpg format via email to editorial@lhvc.comeditorial@lhvc.com in high resolution. • Please include a caption describing the photo, your name, email addre...
Ok. You know how they say, "An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure?" Well, Benjamin Franklin was right. For example, do you tie your shoelaces once or do you double-tie them? Yesterday I was walking Emma, our dog, and I nearly tripped on my untied shoelaces. I looked down to see one foot on top of my lace and thought, "I could fall head first onto the pavement and break a hip or something." What is so hard about double-tying my shoes? It isn't hard to do, but it takes longer than tying...
"Each of us is more than the worst thing we've ever done." - Bryan Stevenson This quote presages the crux of a central theme of "Penitence," a novel by Kristin Koval and helps explain the book's title. Penitence is regret that rises to the level of sorrow. Sometimes it leads to penance which fuels action that is aimed at restorative justice, at reconciliation, and perhaps forgiveness. Koval asks the foundational question whether a terrible, unconscionable, one-time act can ever be forgiven and,...
ACROSS 3. Haystack 4. Lincoln 8. Dimit 10. Myers 12. setter 14. Native 15. guard 17. bike 18. ten 19. steals DOWN 1. Valentine 2. Chen 5. Colorado 6. tip 7. cemetery 9. tournament 11. Grange 12. Shaw 13. Robbins 16. Gould... Full story
Calling all photographers, intentional or accidental! The Left Hand Valley Courier’s Photo of the Week feature is open to any area resident who personally photographs Niwot-Gunbarrel area sights, including people (with permission, of course), buildings, animals, birds, plants, flowers, events, or anything else. Naturally, there are a few rules to follow: • The photograph must be submitted in jpg format via email to editorial@lhvc.comeditorial@lhvc.com in high resolution. • Please include a caption describing the photo, your name, email addre...
Ok. What is on your mind these days? If you are like me, your mind has become a little numb during the recent deep freeze. Below-zero weather snaps happen every year, yet they always seem to take everyone by surprise. I hear, "It is so cold out there. It has never been this cold." It has. And it will be again next year. I am not a meteorologist, but I think we are probably about done with this year's deep-freezes. "Whew!" Right? Not so fast. Don't wish it all away. Do you remember Admiral Boom...
After a "Fishy Friday," you might be in the mood for a "Sizzling Saturday." Let's get our sizzle going with some excellent meat dishes. THE BEST PORK CHOPS These really are the best pork chops.The secret is the dry brine and reverse sear. Juicy and delicious every time. Top with a sauce of your choice. Ingredients: 6 bone-in or bone-out pork rib or loin chops cut 1 ½ inches thick 2 Tbsp. fine sea salt or Maldon salt 1 tsp. sugar 6 Tbsp. vegetable oil, divided Directions: 1. The night...
ACROSS 2. COFA 3. food 5. coffee 7. meatballs 8. Rijksmuseum 11. soup 12. mixed 13. Friday 15. housing DOWN 1. state 2. ceramics 3. feed 4. bear 6. five 9. mountains 10. unified 14. Lopez... Full story
Calling all photographers, intentional or accidental! The Left Hand Valley Courier’s Photo of the Week feature is open to any area resident who personally photographs Niwot-Gunbarrel area sights, including people (with permission, of course), buildings, animals, birds, plants, flowers, events, or anything else. Naturally, there are a few rules to follow: • The photograph must be submitted in jpg format via email to editorial@lhvc.comeditorial@lhvc.com in high resolution. • Please include a caption describing the photo, your name, email addre...
Nothing screams "fish" like Fridays. Fish sticks are a thing of the past with these delicious options. And no one can think "fish" without thinking about salmon and tuna (grilled, baked, burgers or salad). But special mention goes to tuna salad, a crowd favorite and much debated topic any time of year. Next week, the Courier Cookbook will offer Sizzling Saturdays focused on steak recipes (any kind of meat or meat products are welcome). Send your recipes to editorial@lhvc.comeditorial@lhvc.com....
ACROSS 4. Loomis 5. Jensen 7. baseball 9. HUNCH 10. Rhodes 12. disability 14. adversity 15. Liberty 16. Nook 18. housing 19. soups DOWN 1. hooch 2. plein 3. pickleball 6. clarinet 8. Rubik 11. Enyart 13. astronauts 17. Skaggs... Full story
Calling all photographers, intentional or accidental! The Left Hand Valley Courier’s Photo of the Week feature is open to any area resident who personally photographs Niwot-Gunbarrel area sights, including people (with permission, of course), buildings, animals, birds, plants, flowers, events, or anything else. Naturally, there are a few rules to follow: • The photograph must be submitted in jpg format via email to editorial@lhvc.comeditorial@lhvc.com in high resolution. • Please include a caption describing the photo, your name, email addre...
Ok. You know what is not ok? When you fall for one of those ubiquitous "loss leaders" without knowing what you are getting into. You know how it goes. You can't believe your good luck when you are offered a subscription for $1 for a year or a two-for-one deal you just can't pass up? Let me warn you, my friend, if it seems like you can't pass it up, you can. These "deals" are like a shiny penny that once grabbed, turns into a dark pouncing piece of stealth. Let me give you a couple of examples....
After "Meatless Mondays," "Taco Tuesday," and "Wicked Wednesdays," quench your thirst with "Thirsty Thursdays" elixirs. Alcohol is not required, but often desired. Enjoy some of these concoctions any day of the week. Sometimes Fridays are a challenge after waking up from Thirsty Thursdays. So next week, discover "Fishy Fridays." Send your favorite fish recipes to editorial@lhvc.comeditorial@lhvc.com. Fish in any form are welcome including, tacos revisited, stew, grilled, fried, sandwiches, or wh...
ACROSS 7. Cimminis 8. art 10. Joeseppi 11. Quesada 12. football DOWN 1. minimum 2. Easton 3. Bergeson 4. wine 5. Enyart 6. wrestlers 7. Cupid 9. five 12. Fay... Full story
Calling all photographers, intentional or accidental! The Left Hand Valley Courier’s Photo of the Week feature is open to any area resident who personally photographs Niwot-Gunbarrel area sights, including people (with permission, of course), buildings, animals, birds, plants, flowers, events, or anything else. Naturally, there are a few rules to follow: • The photograph must be submitted in jpg format via email to editorial@lhvc.comeditorial@lhvc.com in high resolution. • Please include a caption describing the photo, your name, email addre...
ACROSS 2. French 5. Enyart 6. compose 9. Larsen 14. scholarships 15. parks 17. helping 20. Wyoming 22. four 23. graduation DOWN 1. tree 3. champion 4. infants 7. occupational 8. Sales 10. Disneyland 11. Porchfront 12. unified 13. Fay 16. wicked 18. Prum 19. Gart 20. wine 21. five... Full story
Ok. Call me old school, but when I get a text from someone I barely know that starts with "Hey," I assume it is spam. Who says just, "Hey?" Apparently, everyone. The manner in which we communicate has changed in my lifetime. We used to start a letter with "Dear Mr. Smith." Now, we start a text with "Hey." What happened there? Does anyone born after 1970 even remember what a letter is today? Letter writing is a lost art with which our children are unfamiliar. To review, a letter is where you put...
