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Wedding Venues l Experience Lone Tree Libraries l Clinical Pilates Plus much more!

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From The Publisher

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Just Love

Experience Lone Tree To-Do| Locally Owned

Wedding Venues

Great places to celebrate

Libraries

Closer to reality in 2016

The Bookends

The Gilded Hour By Sara Donati

Local Author Spotlight

- The Great University of Life By Foster Laverne Harding - Happily Never After By Britany Ederveen

Clinical Pilates

Help get rid of that back pain

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FROMTHEpublisher Just Love

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February is a time of year many people associate with love. Because of Valentine’s day, we think a little more about those people close to us and buy sweet treats to show them how much they mean to us.

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This is also the time of year when many young couples say “I Do” and decide to create a new life together.

The start of an exciting new time in these couple’s lives when they move from being two people to becoming one couple.

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Life has an interesting way of showing us how love is so important in our lives. Not just the traditional love, but also the love you can have for a friend, a community or a moment.

When I was a young man in my early years of high school I met a very special young lady.

She impressed me with her shyness, intelligence and natural beauty. I fell for her as our relationship grew over time. I vividly remember they day where I realized I could not survive without the love of this sweet young lady.

As I sat there, now in college, contemplating the future I realized that every life changing event which I had not yet experienced... every success that would come in the future...every heart ache and challenge which would surely materialize in the future...every aspect of my life...was something I yearned to share with her. She had

become as essential to my being as food, water and air. It was at that moment I realized...and prayed... that she would become my wife.

I was fortunate that she agreed and this year will mark the 20th year that I have had the honor and privilege of calling her my wife.

Love also manifests itself in other ways. Over the years I have built life long friendships and share a level of love with these people that has cemented their importance in my life and mine in theirs.

Similar to the love of a brother or sister.

I have also experienced love from a complete stranger that has had a lasting impact. An unexpected smile from someone I will probably never meet again that just happened to come when I needed it most.

It is amazing how much impact a simple act of love can have on the world around us.

This month I challenge each of you to do something very simple... very easy...very impactfull. This month I challenge you to just love.

Lend a smile to a stranger, call up an old friend, play a game with your kids, do something anonymous for someone in need, just spread some love around. I guarantee this simple expansion of love in our community will come back ten fold and continue to make our world a better place.

Happy February and remember, just love!

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EXPERIENCELONETREE LONETREEto-do GERLINDE KALTENBRUNNER

Living at the doorstep to the Rockies is quite the perk for all of us on the front range. Often, Coloradoans spend their downtime hiking through the foothills or even tackling 14-ers. Even if you only brave the gorgeous trails in your neighborhood, the feats of those that take on the world’s most famous peaks are impressive and tales of adventure not to be missed.

This month, National Geographic Live and the Lone Tree Arts Center are giving everyone the chance to meet one of those mountaineering legends when Gerlinde Kaltenbrunner shares her stories of conquering K2. Kaltenbrunner became the first woman to summit all 14 8,000-meter peaks without the use

of oxygen. Her historic climb of K2, which she ascended from the most dangerous route on the remote, Chinese side of the mountain, was fraught with horrendous weather, the danger of avalanches and members of the team abandoning the climb halfway through due to the conditions.

Kaltenbrunner, along with three other climbers, pushed on and made mountaineering history in doing so.

On Sunday, February 21st and Monday, February 22nd, you can meet Gerlinde Kaltenbrunner and hear about her dramatic and inspiring climb

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THIRTYTWOFOURTEEN PERSONAL CHEF & EVENTS SERVICES

What’s for dinner? That is a question that plagues most of us day after day and week after week. Locally, there is an answer to that age old question – ThirtyTwoFourteen.

You may think that personal chef services aren’t in your budget, but it can be quite economical. Imagine coming home to a healthy, beautifully prepared meal without the stress of running to the store on the way home and without the chore of a messy kitchen to clean up afterward! With Chef Brando’s services, you chose the number of meals (15) per week for any number of people – and you can even earn FREE meals through the customer referral program.

You will be able to choose meals in advance from the extensive menu options and low-fat, Paleo, vegetarian and gluten free menu items are not a problem. Chef Brando is happy to work with you to ensure your meals work with your dietary requirements and preferences.

ThirtyTwoFourteen’s services are the perfect gift for new parents, those recovering from illness or injury or your “Foodie” friends or family who would love meals with a Chef’s experience. Chef Brando and his staff are also available to help create the perfect event. They can work with you to personalize any celebration allowing you to enjoy your event and not stress over the menu details.

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to history and see unbelievable photos and videos taken “from the roof of the world.”

For more information or to purchase tickets, go to www. lonetreeartscenter.org

ThirtyTwoFourteen. Classes are offered that will teach you strategies to make the most of your grocery dollars, teach high school or college students how to cook healthy meals on a tight budget, or any other “Chef’s Experience” that you and your friends can dream up. Contact Chef Brando and he’ll work with you to get a class scheduled.

Chef Brandon Spies has spent over 20 years cooking for family, friends and churches. After moving to Denver about six years ago, he started his personal chef business.

Chef Brando is classically trained in both French and Italian cuisine, and is also a member of the Crazy Coyote BBQ Team and has finished in the top 10% of the country on a competitive BBQ team. Make your next meal a memorable one and let ThirtyTwoFourteen worry about what’s for dinner!

Thirty Two Fourteen serves the South Denver Metro Area.

Call 720-301.2327, email chefbrando3214@gmail.com or visit www.personalchefbrando.com for more information and client testimonials.

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Wedding Venues The Wildlife Experience at CU South Denver 10035 Peoria St Parker, CO 80134 303-315-9434 southdenver.cu.edu

CU South Denver represents more than just inspiration for the entire community—it also offers amazing spaces for your next event, including the 8,400 square-foot Great Hall. Event planners ensure every detail is perfect, from in-house catering and cocktails to meeting all your A/V needs. Regale guests, create memories, exceed expectations.

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venues for weddings exist in our area.

We did a little looking around and here are some of our favorite places to get married.

Villa Parker 10750 South Pine Drive Parker, CO 80138 303.805.2295 www.villaparker.com

This unique facility overlooking Historic Parker offers exclusive use of over 10,000 square feet of interior space, beautiful Mediterranean styled architecture, amazing views of the Rocky Mountains and pleasant gardens and walking paths for guests to enjoy.

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AVERAGE NUMBER OF WEDDINGS PER YEAR: 12 FACILITY RENTAL RATE: $750 - $3500 plus $5000 food beverage min.

FACILITY CAPACITY: 10 - 500 UNIQUE FEATURE: Museum features a multi-million dollar art and taxidermy collection. The Wildlife Experience hosts an interactive nature museum offering fun for everyone with a giant screen movie theater and a wide range of education programs designed for any age.

AVERAGE NUMBER OF WEDDINGS PER YEAR: 100 FACILITY RENTAL RATE: $2,500- $6,500 FACILITY CAPACITY: 2-200 UNIQUE FEATURE: Once inside the estate’s wall, you and your guests feel as though you have escaped to the Italian countryside. Surrounded by lush gardens and walking paths with distinct Mediterranean style, terracotta-tiled roof, chocolate colored accents, ivory archways, and elegant iron chandeliers are the perfect backdrop for your event to unfold. The breathtaking courtyard is the perfect setting for ceremonies or cocktail hour while the picturesque ballroom graciously receives your reception.

Cherokee Ranch & Castle 6113 North Daniels Park Road Sedalia, CO 80135 303-688-5555 www.cherokeeranch.org

Heritage Eagle Bend Golf Club 23155 E Heritage Pkwy Aurora, CO 303-693-7788 HeritageEagleBend.com

The massive doors open and you enter an architectural masterpiece echoing 1450′s Scotland. Ahead lays the Great Hall with its soaring wooden arches and intricate cut-stone walls. To the left, a quiet study filled with treasures from world journeys. To the right, an expansive terrace offering magnificent views of the Rockies. Unique in all the West, this 1920s landmark and surrounding land now serves as a vibrant venue for extraordinary entertainment, education and enjoyment.

The wedding of your dreams becomes a reality with majestic Rocky Mountain views, picturesque grounds, and a 37,000 square foot lodge-style clubhouse - Simply Elegant, Simply Magical, Simply Colorado - Heritage Eagle Bend Golf Club. Visit Us at HeritageEagleBend.com Today!

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AVERAGE NUMBER OF WEDDINGS PER YEAR: 42 FACILITY RENTAL RATE: $7,600 for a prime season Saturday FACILITY CAPACITY: 1-200 UNIQUE FEATURE: We are an elegant Castle in Colorado. The venue features a 180 degree view of the Rocky Mountains and an amazingly decorated reception tent atop a plateau. Your guests will enjoy the view and learn about this unique gem in Colorado.

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R REHERSAL DINNER R WEDDING CEREMONY R WEDDING RECEPTION AVERAGE NUMBER OF WEDDINGS PER YEAR: 40 FACILITY RENTAL RATE: Varies by Date and Space FACILITY CAPACITY: 30 - 300 UNIQUE FEATURE: A beautiful upscale setting with breath-taking views of the Rocky Mountains during cocktail hour on the patio. We offer a bridal suite and groom’s rooms. A complimentary round of golf is included in all packages as well!

Parker Arts, Culture and Events Center 20000 Pikes Peak Ave. Parker, CO 80138 303-805-3369 www.parkerarts.org/weddings

Black Bear Golf Club 11400 Canterberry Parkway Parker, CO 80138 (303) 840-3100 x4 blackbearclub.com

Whether you’ve dreamt of a traditional scene held in a charming Chapel, a contemporary setting with artistic inspiration, or an outdoor wedding held on a beautifully landscaped terrace; the PACE Center offers an intimate atmosphere where you can be surrounded by your loved ones on your special day.

At Black Bear Golf Club we specialize in weddings. You will enjoy an intimate experience with dining catered by Craft, inviting amenities, and a day that is exclusively yours! From breathtaking, sweeping views of the Rocky Mountains to fantastic service, Black Bear Golf Club is the ideal location for your South Denver Wedding.

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AVERAGE NUMBER OF WEDDINGS PER YEAR: 12-18 FACILITY RENTAL RATE: $3,000.00 FACILITY CAPACITY: 2-200 UNIQUE FEATURE: The Parker Arts, Culture and Events Center provides you with a “blank canvas” so you can create the wedding of your dreams.

AVERAGE NUMBER OF WEDDINGS PER YEAR: About 20 FACILITY RENTAL RATE: Our rates vary based on day of the week and time of year.

FACILITY CAPACITY: 20-150 guests.

UNIQUE FEATURE: We are exclusively yours for the day and provide all-inclusive packages for food and beverage options.

Plum Creek Golf Club 331 Players Club Drive Castle Rock, CO 80104 303-660-2200 x111 www.GolfPlumCreek.com

Country Club at Castle Pines 6400 Country Club Drive Castle Rock, CO 80108 303.660.6836 www.ccatcaslepines.com

With the best views in Castle Rock, CO, Outdoor Ceremonies, beautiful Reception Room, fantastic Food and Service, super fun Rehearsal Dinners preceded by Golf, Plum Creek is an amazingly affordable place to get married.

The Country Club at Castle Pines is a private country club in the exclusive gated community of Castle Pines Village. We are opening up our stunning wedding venue to the public in 2016. The Social Lawn at The Country Club at Castle Pines is the most beautiful spot on the property, sitting atop a 7,000-foot cliff with panoramic mountain views. The Country Club at Castle Pines offers a number of different options with our hand crafted hors d’oeuvres, exquisite dinner selections, and decadent dessert options. We also have a number of different beverage packages available.

R REHERSAL DINNER R WEDDING CEREMONY R WEDDING RECEPTION FACILITY RENTAL RATE: $2500 FACILITY CAPACITY: 160 UNIQUE FEATURE: Plum Creek Golf Club is proud to have hosted some fantastic weddings in Castle Rock. This facility is able to accommodate Ceremony Sites, Wedding Receptions and Rehearsal Dinners for events up to 160 guests. Our banquet menus offer full bar and delicious meal options from Hors d Oeuvres to plated dinners served by a professional and well trained staff. Your guests can utilize our Golf Course during their stay to add further enjoyment to your occasion. We are accepting reservations for 2016.

Cielo at Castle Pines 485 W Happy Canyon Road Castle Rock, CO 80108 303-688-0122 www.cielocastlepines.com

o REHERSAL DINNER R WEDDING CEREMONY R WEDDING RECEPTION AVERAGE NUMBER OF WEDDINGS PER YEAR: 10-12 FACILITY RENTAL RATE: $10,000 Site Fee, $10,000 food and beverage minimum FACILITY CAPACITY: 50 to 250+ UNIQUE FEATURE: Our Social Lawn is the highlight of the venue space. It overlooks Pikes Peak, Devil’s Peak, and Longs Peak. We have a rented white tent to accommodate the reception and an exclusive use of our terrace area for cocktail hour.

Cielo is a unique Colorado event venue surrounded by six acres of majestic pines, stone walls, and landscaped grounds that capture the elegant beauty of Castle Pines Village. Cielo provides a tranquil Colorado setting for you and your guests in a truly convenient location. o REHERSAL DINNER R WEDDING CEREMONY R WEDDING RECEPTION

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AVERAGE NUMBER OF WEDDINGS PER YEAR: About 80 FACILITY RENTAL RATE: $1700 to $8100 FACILITY CAPACITY: 60 to 350 UNIQUE FEATURES: The large sliding glass doors in the main room open to nature which brings all the sights and sounds into the facility without actually going outside.

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Libraries closer to reality in 2016 Beautiful new libraries are closer to becoming reality in three County communities this year. Despite recent snow and alternately freezing and thawing temperatures, progress is on track at construction sites in Castle Pines, Lone Tree and Parker.

In Castle Pines, crews are finishing mechanical, electrical and plumbing rough-ins and elevator installation. They are also already taping and painting drywall and installing the ceiling grid. Motorists who venture past the new location at 360 Village Square Lane will notice completions of exterior brick and stucco. The Castle Pines library location, which will also house new offices for the City of Castle Pines, may open as early as April, 2016.

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The crew at Lone Tree celebrated its “topping off” on Friday, January 15, with library and community leaders also in attendance.

Topping off is a builders’ rite traditionally held when the last beam is placed atop a structure during its construction. Following this fun milestone, workers at the Lone Tree library building at 10055 Town Ridge Drive are also beginning to frame first and second floor interiors, hang interior drywall, install an elevator and rough in mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems. Library leaders anticipate a June grand opening in Lone Tree.

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The Parker library location, the largest of the three new buildings, at 20105 East Mainstreet, is framed in steel and has some concrete decking complete. Framing and sheathing of exterior walls is expected to be complete in early February, and the building will boast a roof membrane before the month is out. The Parker building will likely open sometime in August or September.

All new libraries will be loaded with amenities including expanded parking, drive-through book drops, interactive features, outdoor spaces and more.

All three locations will close for two to three weeks immediately prior to grand opening celebrations at the new buildings. Community members can sign up to receive email updates about construction, closings and openings by visiting DouglasCountyLibraries.org/ Newsletters. Newsletters will include instructions on how to reserve and retrieve books on hold, where to return materials, and where to attend Storytime during the brief planned library closures in each community.

Douglas County Libraries is a passionate advocate for literacy and lifelong learning. For more information, visit DouglasCountyLibraries. org.

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with Pam & Becky

The Gilded Hour By Sara Donati

Welcome to New York City in 1883. Construction on the Brooklyn Bridge is almost complete, transportation was primarily by walking or horse-drawn carriage, gaslight was the main source of lighting and communication is done by writing letters or telegrams.

Meet Anna and her cousin Sophie Savard. Both are doctors that specialize in women’s health. They have a passion to help women but it is a male dominated occupation, during a time when women have few options in regard to their bodies.

BECKY This 700 plus page book has so many topics

that are covered during this story that I don’t know where to begin. We have romance, murder, immigration issues, missing children and the controversial topic of contraception and abortion. For the majority of the story we follow Dr. Anna Savard. She is a single, no-nonsense doctor working at a charity hospital. Did you easily warm up to this character?

PAM Initially, I felt that Anna’s character was going to be abrupt and cold. However, as I got to know her, I loved the combination of strength and caring that was Anna Savard.

Sophie and Anna were part of an unconventional family that embraced the education and voice of women in a time when not all appreciated this change. They lived with their aunt, who was a strong woman that encouraged and supported Sophie and Anna in their educational and career goals. What did you feel about this character?

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characters to me. She had a smaller part but I enjoyed her view on life. She was very forward thinking regarding a woman’s role in the world. In her home, girls were encouraged to explore, try new things and be independant. She had a very strong and specific role in this story. However, while I was reading, I had a hard time distinguishing Anna and Sophie’s “voice” during the story, did you?

PAM I agree. It was challenging to form a complete picture of either one, especially at the beginning of the story. One of the many story lines begins when Anna is called to examine and determine health issues for a large group of orphans. This leads to Anna meeting a family of children that have recently lost their parents. Although there are many children, she is drawn to this family and will cross paths again. Anna also meets Jack, a detective with the local police department. They feel an attraction right away and we witness a courtship that bewilders Anna, who felt she would never have a relationship. What were your feelings about Jack?

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BECKY He was a

very likable character.

I pictured someone similar to George Clooney. He was successful, handsome, unattached, liked children and was close to his sister’s family. A little too good to be true but his character fit well in this story that had so much going on.

There are some sensual scenes that I didn’t think were necessary but you can easily skip over those areas if it’s not to your liking. When I picked this book I didn’t realize that it was the first part of a series. Were you satisfied with the conclusion of this book?

PAM I didn’t realize this book was the first in a series. That puts the conclusion into a new perspective for me! There were many unanswered questions at the end of this story.

Will you read the next book to help answer some of these outstanding questions?

BECKY There are a few storylines that I would like to know

the end to but I wouldn’t be interested in taking on another book of this size just to get the complete picture. There are some friends that I would recommend this book to but it’s unlikely that I would pursue this author again. Check out this website if this book looks interesting to you, http:// thegildedhour.com . It has some wonderful information, a deleted scene and a few photos. Are your unanswered questions enough to encourage you to read the next book in this series?

PAM If I am looking for a book to read, I will probably pick up her next story in order to solve the remaining mysteries. I really enjoyed a few of the characters and wouldn’t mind following the rest of their adventures. I will have to check out the website! Our next adventure will take us to London and Paris, as we follow the adventures of two women that have a surprising connection.

LOCALAUTHORSPOTLIGHT The Great University of Life By Foster Laverne Harding The Great University of Life is about waking up to a remarkably expanded view of life on Planet Earth. It shares a soul journey many millennia in the making and how the author became aware of his “soul history.” He explains that a unique soul history is just the nature of creation.

Being engaged in an eternal soul journey is perfectly normal and common to each of us. The only unusual aspect of the soul journey described in The Great University of Life is awareness of it during earthly life. Your soul already knows these things.

The author shared his transformation in life understanding, and offers insights to help readers open awareness of their own soul story. He believes that life is created to hold meaning and joy, and advises us to relax and trust the process.

The Great University of Life is available online at amazon.com

Happily Never After By Britany Ederveen A 20 Something’s Guide to Breaking up, Looking for Love, and Surviving Singledom In the Modern Age of Dating.

This wonderful book covers topics such as how to heal from a breakup, how to tackle an identity crisis, and how to being prepping for a new and improved “Prince Charming.”

Are you a local author? Would you like your printed works featured here? If so, send us a signed copy of your book along with a summary for consideration. Send to: Waid Publishing, Attn: Local Author Spotlight, 19751 E Mainstreet, Suite R-18, Parker, CO 80138.

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Britany Ederveen began her writing career as a blogger and is a 20-Something, navigating this modern world. Britany graduated from the University of Colorado-Boulder with a degree in English, Psychology, and Secondary Education. She currently teaches high school English, coaches a dance team, is an avid yogi and traveler, and is finishing her master’s degree at CU Denver in Writing and Rhetoric. Her life accomplishments so far include: winning two state dance championships, surviving the first years of teaching and camping in the great outdoors, completing a very challenging, but also rewarding, college course on Chaucer: The Canterbury Tales. Her favorite author is Oscar Wilde, and her greatest fear is fish. She currently resides in Colorado (the best place in the world to live.) Her book is available online at amazon.com. For more on the author, visit britanyederveen.com.

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By Dr. Rebecca Hoeck PT, DPT

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pproximately 85% of the US population will experience acute low back pain lasting 2-4 weeks. Let’s face it, we sit too much and move too little, which can contribute to weakness, stiffness and low back pain. If you are one of these people, you know the difficulties that accompany low back pain.

Many people get better after 2-4 weeks, however, the pain may last weeks, months and years longer. If you are one of the few that are experiencing chronic low back pain, you may benefit from clinical Pilates.

Clinical Pilates is an approach that combines the benefits of Physical Therapy and Pilates- based exercises to turn on the deepest core muscles that are slow to rebound after an episode of acute low back pain. Instead of returning to normal looking and functioning spinal muscles they lose strength, reduce in size, and turn into fatty tissues. Fatty tissues do not provide the strength and stability to the bones in the back. Instead, the loss of ‘normal stiffness’ and strength of the spine allows unwanted, extra movements, causing wear and tear on the sensitive tissues of the bones, ligaments, joints, muscles and nerves in the back causing back pain. The back pain may eventually disappear, but the muscles haven’t regained their strength, size, stamina and stability without the proper deep core training.

Pilates works to strengthen the deepest core muscles of the abdominals and spinal muscles, returning the fatty, dysfunctional muscles to strong, resilient and stabilizing structures. When these muscles remain weak, you are more susceptible to reinjuring your back, or another body part, due to changes and adaptations as a result of the normal healing process. These movement adaptations are subtle and create compensations in how you move and your ability to properly access your deep core muscles. The subtle movement changes lead to tight, weak and deconditioned tissues setting you up for other injuries. Pilates helps identify the weak, tight and deconditioned tissues leaving you with a stronger, more flexible and balanced body.

Before beginning a Pilates program for back pain check with your doctor or physical therapist. Once you are cleared to begin exercising, it’s always a good idea to work with an instructor who specializes in back pain. Some exercises may not be appropriate for your back based on your diagnosis, what movements alleviate and what movements aggravate your pain. For example, back pain due to a bulging disc may be made worse by sitting and forward leaning positions. For this reason, it is important that people who are experiencing back pain, are carefully assessed by a healthcare professional before starting a Pilates for back pain program.

Are you ready to reduce the wear and tear on your spine and create a stronger, more flexible and balanced body? Try Clinical Pilates…it does a body good!!

Dr. Rebecca Hoeck is a Physical Therapist and Certified Pilates Instructor. She is the owner and clinical director of Intelligent Motion Therapy, LLC. For more information, she can be reached online at www.intelligentmotiontherapy.com or at 303.808.9807

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