Arvada, CO November 2020 by City Lifestyle

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WELLNESS E ARN T H E B I RD: A T U RK E Y WO RKO U T

An Unbelievable Surprise from Strangers

LIFESTYLE LETTER

NOVEMBER 2020 PUBLISHER

Matthew Coffel | matt.coffel@lifestylepubs.com EDITORIAL COORDINATOR

Where Would We Be Without You?

Libby Furns | libby.furns@lifestylepubs.com STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER

Scott LeBaron | lebaronphoto@gmail.com

WOW, ARVADA. How can it be that we are already nearing the end of the year? The

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holidays will be here before we know it, and pretty soon we will be writing out our

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2021 resolutions.

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Before everything gets crazy and we start shopping for all of the people on our gift list, we want to take this time to pause and reflect. This year has been a wonderful journey with all of you, and we are grateful that we get to create this magazine every month and connect with you and your family. Thank you for sharing your stories and for reading ours. Thank you for supporting the local businesses in our community, as without them, this magazine wouldn’t be possible. Thank you for the community service you do and for every time you recycle something or play a small part in keeping our city clean and thriving. We are so proud of where we live, and we know it wouldn’t be the same without each and every one of you. In this issue, we offer you the opportunity to reflect with us and spend some time being grateful for the people we have around us. Sure, planning a Thanksgiving dinner and traveling to see family can be stressful, and don’t worry, we’re here to help with some of the details. But don’t forget to look at each person around your

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INSIDE THE ISSUE NOVEMBER 2020

FEATURES 08 An Unbelievable Surprise from Strangers Meet the crew

14 Earn the Bird A turkey workout

20 Keep it Classy for the Feast Everything Tortilla

30 14

30 Soul Satisfying The rich and authentic flavors of Winter

DEPARTMENTS 4

Lifestyle Letter

Giving Back

Healthy Lifestyle

Our Town

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GIVING BACK

An Unbelievable Surprise from strangers ARTICLE LIBBY FURNS | PHOTOGRAPHY SCOTT LEBARON

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READY FOR A FRESH START IN 2021? So is Diane Howard and her team. The Lantern Home Group is paying someone’s January mortgage! That’s right! They believe deeply in giving back to the Arvada community, and so this year, they are helping to ring in the new and glorious 2021 by paying one family’s mortgage. In addition to this unspeakably generous gift, Lantern Home Group will surprise families with an assortment of presents such as groceries, home improvements and paid utility bills. The Lantern Home Group has been giving back to the community for years. They participated in the Thanksgiving Food Drive for Arvada schools, the Yeti and Bicycle giveaway for first responders, and they furnished an entire home for a family in need through a partnership with Atlantis Community. Sarah Dooly, Independent Living Specialist with Atlantis Community says, “I cannot say enough about Lantern Home Group. They are not only the best realtors but they are some of the most kind and genuine people you will ever meet. They truly care about your needs and always go above and beyond! Not to mention they go out of their way to help the community in any way they can. I am so grateful for them!” For Diane Howard and her team, giving back comes naturally and is treated as tradition. Let’s meet the crew!

diane Meet Diane. Go Trojans! It doesn’t take clients long to realize how passionate Diane Howard is about all things real estate. Whether selling homes, working with buyers or helping investors, she embraces every challenge and opportunity that comes her way. One of Diane’s favorite aspects of Denver Colorado real estate is the chance to provide high-level service to her clients, making each feel as if they are her only client. Having worked most of her life on the East Coast in high-pressure environments, Diane has learned to be a problem solver and calming influence during a transaction’s most stressful moments. Her clients can feel great about placing their largest purchase or investment in Diane’s capable hands.

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ELISABETH Meet Elisabeth. Go Broncos! Elisabeth TijerinaConable is a native of Colorado. Through prioritizing tenacity, integrity, humility, and the needs of her clients, Elisabeth has sold an average of two to three times the number of homes as the average agent. She finds it a joy to serve her clients whether they are buying, selling, or investing in Denver Colorado real estate for sale. Elisabeth also has a background in interior design and is a certified Stager and Re-Decorator—skills which continually net her clients more money. In her free time, Elisabeth loves being in the outdoors and hiking, back-packing, trail-running, and gardening.

MEREDITH Meet Meredith. Go Buffs! Meredith Bleasdell and her family relocated from Texas to live among the beautiful Colorado mountains. Meredith earned a degree in Elementary Education from The University of Texas in Austin. She continues to educate through her career as a real estate agent. Meredith makes it her mission to create a stellar experience for any client and educate them in any area of the transaction where they may have questions or concerns. When Meredith isn’t selling homes or offering buyers Denver Colorado real estate for sale, she is at home with her husband and three sons. She enjoys reading as well as hiking and biking Colorado’s beautiful, mountainous trails.

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chris Meet Chris. Go Patriots! Chris Howard is a Commercial Broker and Real Estate Investment Advisor. He was born in Texas and grew up as an “army brat” in Germany. Chris spent thirty years in the technical field and in sales. He brokered complicated transactions between multi-national corporations, thus affording him sales expertise and a unique problem-solving skill set that he applies to commercial real estate. Chris spreads his optimism and friendliness as he goes out of his way to provide every client with the best experience possible when it comes to buying Denver Colorado real estate for sale. When he isn’t working, Chris enjoys golf, live music, and spending time with his wife and daughter.

jessica Meet Jessica. Go Broncos! Jessica Noven was born and raised in Colorado and spent some time in New York City, where her love of real estate began. She earned a degree in Human Development from Metropolitan State University of Denver and has always had a drive to help people. After becoming an assistant for the amazing team at Lantern Home Group, she was inspired to bring her love of homes and working with people together as a Real Estate Agent. She is currently working on her license and is excited to assist her clients in finding the homes of their dreams! In her free time, Jessica enjoys spending time with her family and pets, exploring new restaurants, and taking advantage of the beautiful outdoors we have here in Colorado.

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HEALTHY LIFESTYLE

EARN THE BIRD ALL MOVES SHOULD BE COMPLETED WITH A TURKEY. HOLD YOUR TURKEY, A FROZEN TURKEY PREFERABLY, WITH CARE AND FRAGILITY.

ARTICLE LIBBY FURNS | PHOTOGRAPHY SCOTT LEBARON

KENT MCCURDY IS THE OWNER OF BRUTE FORCE TRAINING CENTER. Kent is a native of Colorado, for he grew up in the small town of Hotchkiss in Western Colorado where he met his wife Danielle of over 20 years. He graduated from the University of Colorado with a degree in Kinesiology and prior to starting this business, spent a season as a Strength and Conditioning Coach with the Colorado Rockies and the Colorado Springs Sky Sox. Last month, Brute Force Training Center celebrated its 10 year anniversary of serving residents of Arvada and the surrounding area. October also marked the 10th Birthday of Kent and Danielle’s youngest child Adelyn, thus the reason for them opening the gym. In addition to their daughter, they have two boys, Ian (15) and Nathan (11), 2 dogs (Tiegan and Ziggy), and a bearded dragon named Echo. When not at the gym, you’ll find them either at the lake wakeboarding and surfing or on the mountain skiing and snowboarding. Pictured Athletes & Coaches: Jason Garrard & Stacy Bretz

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01.

TAP THAT TURKEY:

02.

PASS THE TURKEY:

03.

TURKEY TWIST:

Place your turkey on the floor

Grab a friend or family member!

Sit on the floor with your feet ele-

(breast side up). Tap the turkey with

Partner 1: Perform a reverse lunge

vated, holding the turkey with love.

alternating hands or feet as quickly

with the turkey in hand -- be gen-

Twist to each side and tap the turkey

as possible and continue for 40 sec-

tle; at the top of the lunge, pass the

to the floor before rotating to the

onds. Rest for 20 seconds.

turkey to your partner. Partner 2:

other side. Continue for 40 seconds.

Perform a reverse lunge. Alternate

Rest for 20 seconds.

Perform 3-5 rounds based on your fitness level.

legs with each pass. Continue for 40 seconds. Rest for 20 seconds.

Please Note: 5 burpees, as penalty, if you drop the turkey. Do not drop the turkey. CityLifestyle.com/Arvada

OUR TOWN

#blessed THE TIME OF YEAR HAS ROLLED AROUND ONCE AGAIN

relationships with one another. I am so very grateful for forgive-

WHEN WE ALL RECOGNIZE WHO AND WHAT WE ARE

ness and serving the God of reconciliation and love.

THANKFUL FOR. The year of 2020 has brought with it a new level

Friends are the color of life and my life is bright with color. The

of gratefulness in many people’s hearts, including mine. During

asset of friendship has helped me to navigate through trials and sit

these uncertain times that are hovering over our lives, I have found

in celebration. Being in community and living life with others has

myself recognizing, even more so, the things and people that are

taught me better ways to love and support people and the ability to

true blessings in my life. As I take time each day with God and

receive gifts offered to me. These friendships have been hand picked

recognize the gifts He has and is giving to me, I am in awe. He is

for me by God himself and I am full of gratitude and praise.

restoring relationships that have been marred, providing a place of safety, and planting wonderful friends in my life.

Volumes could be written regarding the blessings that have been bestowed upon me and my family. I am thankful for each and

Raising my children as a single mother was difficult, and I made

every circumstance in my life, today and yesterday. I have found

many mistakes. I was young and self-focused and unaware of

that a posture of Thanksgiving and thoughtfulness in each day

how to be emotionally present with my kids. This caused pain

brings joy which is magnified as we approach the days of tradi-

and struggles in their lives. Over the years, all three of us have

tional November Thanksgiving. I am overwhelmed by the God of

grown, emotionally and spiritually. I am more aware of the things

grace and mercy who knows my name.

I did and didn’t do for them as children, and we are reviving our

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Carrie Davis

In 2020, the days are constantly shifting; no one knows from moment to moment how the climate of change will affect them. We can all recall what we did or didn't do during quarantine, and we can all recall what limitations were created because of the virus. Oftentimes, it's easy to remember the things that were taken from us or experiences that were limited because of mandates that were updated almost hourly. Having to do Easter on Zoom, watching my daughter struggle while her father lay in a hospital bed on a ventilator because of COVID, and not being able to take a vacation with my boyfriend, all made me sad. They were all disheartening events that we had no control over. Regardless of all of this, I find it more important to take a look at our lives and be reminded of all we are grateful for. Family and good friends are always at the top of my list. Social distancing with my sister and her newborn baby in her backyard was special to me. Sitting on my parents back patio while distancing meant a lot to see them and to know they were healthy. Driving to Boulder when there were no other cars on the road and having my daughter and I pick out our favorite songs to sing at the top of our lungs was therapeutic. Having my boyfriend bring me flowers on his way home from work because he was thinking of me was significant. It is these moments I am forever grateful for. It turns out we didn't need that trip to Mexico to appreciate one another. We didn't need a huge graduation party for my daughter to show her she was exceptional and we were all proud of her. It was in the moments of solitude we could grow as individuals and appreciate one another. I am grateful that no matter what has happened to the world around us, we all had to go through it, and we are all better and stronger people because of it. Monique McCrimmonÂ

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As we approach Thanksgiving this year, our family takes this holiday as a great opportunity to bond and connect. Thanksgiving is not just about culinary indulgence and who made the best dish. While we do combine cuisine from both our American and Asian cultures, this is a more significant event. For our family, Thanksgiving is a time of reflection. We take this day as an opportunity to spend quality time together as a family, share memories and make new ones. Particularly this year, we have been taking several moments to acknowledge how blessed our family has been to have medical miracles unfold. It can be easy to take your circumstances for granted. COVID and other tragic events have reminded us how precious life is and that holidays don't need to be the only time we honor these relationships. We need to take these moments to unplug, turn off devices, and simply be present. While many of us have had challenging times this past year, holidays can remind us to care for one another and cherish the time we have left. Krystal Than

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ARTICLE AND PHOTOGRAPHY LIBBY FURNS

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THINGS THAT MAKE ME HAPPY

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T H I N G S T H AT MAKE ME HAPPY

Ronnie & Benny

My Dog Benny. He is the cutest dog I have ever met. He is fluffy and kissy, and he has the same nice eyes as me.

Sugar. Why? Because candy makes me feel happy. Chocolate cake from Target, chocolate donuts from King Soopers, and gummy pizza from Rocket Fizz. And cookies from Eileen’s.

Grandma and Grandpa. They let me have a lot of candy. They take me to A Day Out with Thomas the Train. They have lots of toys, too, like my red remote control car and my blue Jaguar.

My Mom. She gives me LuLaRoe leggings. She is the nicest one in my family. Sometimes, she lets me have more screen time on my IPad so I can play Minecraft and battle my brother, which makes me happy.

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CULINARY CREATIONS

sou l satisf y in g THE RICH AND AUTHENTIC FLAVORS OF WINTER

Shrimp Coconut Soup

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t ha i c oc onut soup AUTHENTIC, BOLD, AND DELICIOUS THAI FLAVORS MAKE THIS SOUP IRRESISTIBLE! This is the best Thai coconut soup I’ve had. You won’t be disappointed! Serve over steamed rice. + Prep: 35 mins + Cook: 30 mins + Total: 1 hr 5 mins + Servings: 8 + Yield: 8 servings

i n g re d ient s + 1 tablespoon vegetable oil + 2 tablespoons grated fresh ginger + 1 stalk lemon grass, minced + 2 teaspoons red curry paste + 4 cups chicken broth + 3 tablespoons fish sauce + 1 tablespoon light brown sugar + 3 (13.5 ounce) cans coconut milk + ½ pound fresh shiitake mushrooms, sliced + 1 pound medium shrimp - peeled and deveined + 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice + ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro + salt to taste

i n st r uc t ion s Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat. Cook and stir the ginger, lemongrass, and curry paste in the heated oil for 1 minute. Slowly pour the chicken broth over the mixture, stirring continually. Stir in the fish sauce and brown sugar; simmer for 15 minutes. Stir in the coconut milk and mushrooms; cook and stir until the mushrooms are soft, about 5 minutes. Add the shrimp; cook until no longer translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in the lime juice; season with salt, and garnish with cilantro.

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CULINARY CREATIONS (CONTINUED)

slow c ooker ch icken ch i l i Rich, warm, and robust flavors make this slow cooker

+ 4 ounces cream cheese, softened

recipe a winter favorite! Gather family and friends and

+ 1/4 cup milk

serve on a chilly November night. I absolutely love eat-

For serving:

ing mine with Fritos!

+ cilantro, sour cream, avocado, tortilla chips,

i n g re d ient s

cheddar cheese

+ 1 1/2 pounds chicken breast (3-4)

i n st r uc t ion s

+ 1 cup chicken broth

Place the chicken, chicken broth, brown beans, black

+ 14 ounce can brown beans in tomato sauce

beans, diced tomatoes, green chilis, corn, salt, pepper,

(also called baked beans)

onion powder, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, and

+ 14 ounce can black beans, drained and rinsed

oregano in the crock of the slow cooker and stir to com-

+ 14 ounce can diced tomatoes (with liquid)

bine.Cook on low for 6-8 hours, or high for 3-4 hours.

+ 4 ounce can chopped green chilis

Shred the chicken with two forks (either in the slow

+ 1 cup corn kernels

cooker, or remove it to a cutting board to shred and then

+ 1 teaspoon salt

return it to the slow cooker).Combine the cream cheese

+ 1/2 teaspoon pepper

and the milk in a small bowl, whisking until smooth. This

+ 1 teaspoon onion powder

is easier if you warm up the milk and the cream cheese

+ 2 teaspoons chili powder

in the microwave a bit first. Stir this mixture into the slow

+ 1 teaspoon cumin

cooker and cook on high for an additional 30 minutes to

+ 1 teaspoon garlic powder

thicken it a bit. Serve with any toppings you like.

+ 1 teaspoon dried oregano 32

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