*****ECRWSS*****
POSTAL CUSTOMER
PRSRT STD U.S. POSTAGE PAID DENVER, CO PERMIT 5377
In a world of pawns, be a Queen!
WOMEN'SISSUE
PARKER NO. 221
|
MAY 2021
SEARCH
“the harmony of your vision and our value”
A Painting Company You Can Trust! Symphony is a family owned local business. We are small enough to treat you like family and large enough, with our exceptional team of experts, to provide great customer service. Our reputation is on the line. Your satisfaction is guaranteed. Our goal is always to delight our clients with amazing customer service and the end result of a beautiful home. We strive to set the standard for excellence in the work that we do. Quality in the small details is important to us and fulfilling our commitment to improve your home is our mission from your initial call to the project completion. Our estimates are detailed and clearly understood with no hidden fees. We provide free color consultation and design ideas that make us your #1 painting company.
303-548-8875 • www.symphony-painting.com 2 SEARCHPARKER | MAY 2021
MAY 2021 | SEARCHPARKER 3
CONTENT ISSUE NO. 221 | MAY 2021
FEATURES
12
BEING A LADY TODAY
Everything (well almost) you need to know about being a lady today. How many of the items do you check off the list?
20
CELEBRATING MOTHERS It's not easy being a mother; if it were, fathers would do it.
SEARCH
PARKER
DEPARTMENTS
Search Parker is published by Tueller Publishing, LLC
8 | AROUND TOWN
NE TREE LO
the
Tr e e CO
LO R A D O
TH AUROR OU
S
Ci t y CO
4 SEARCHPARKER | MAY 2021
A
the
LO R A D O
Town Rock PA R K E R
the
CO
LO R A D O
STLE ROCK IDEAS &CASUBMISSIONS
contribute@tuellers.com
the
Search Parker ©2021 is published by Tueller Publishing, LLC. All rights reserved. Reproduction in any form C Owritten permission without prior is LO R A D O strictly prohibited. Search Parker is mailed monthly to households and businesses in the greater Parker area free of charge. Mail inquiries to Search Parker 13009 S. Parker Road #120, Parker, CO 80134, or call 303-805-9455.
Better Health Better Life
Now Accepting New Patients CALL FOR AN APPOINTMENT We are testing patients with Covid symptoms and those needing proof to return to work or school.
Introducing Lindsey Campion, FNP-C, APRN
to the 20 Mile team!
We are pleased to be able to serve Parker as both an urgent care and family medicine clinic. We provide a myriad of services to get you well and keep you healthy.
Open Every Day / No Appointment Needed
www.20mileurgentcare.com 720-974-7210
Dr. Steve Morrison
Voted Best in Parker 10 years in a row!
MAY 2021 | SEARCHPARKER 5
440 4th Street 13019 S Parker Rd Parker, CO 80134 Castle Rock, CO 80104 720-387-7974 303-840-0399
Introducing the 14
Ride
6 SEARCHPARKER | MAY 2021
DOGGY DAY CARE & BOARDING
SUMMERPLANS? VACATION
BRING YOUR PUP TO CAMP! LIVE WEBCAMS SPACIOUS CABINS WITH COMFY COTS ALL-DAY PLAY, SNOOZE THE NIGHT AWAY SAFE PLAY BY SIZE
CAMP BOW WOW® CENTENNIAL 720-697-7491 • campbowwow.com/centennial
CAMP BOW WOW® PARKER 303-805-9739 • campbowwow.com/parker
MAY 2021 | SEARCHPARKER 7
AROUNDTOWN
COVID Update
PHOTO COURTESY OF COLORADO COMMUNIT Y MEDIA
Coloradans 16 and older are eligible to receive the Pfizer vaccine, and Coloradans 18 and older are eligible to receive the Moderna or Janssen (Johnson & Johnson) vaccine. Currently, about 57% of Douglas County residents have received at least one dose.
PPD Officer Landon Guzzo Saves Lives Still in his first year on the force, Officer Guzzo has been involved in five life-saving situations. In all five cases, those people survived. Because of his actions, the American Red Cross has named Guzzo one of six Heroes of the Year.
Special Election Results The special election held on April 20th to fill the two vacant council seats resulted in the election of Joshua Rivero (27.65%) and Anne Barrington (19.30%).
Town Announces 2021 Event Schedule
DCL Summer Camps
Several events make their way back this summer as the Town announces its upcoming slate, including Fireworks on the 4th, Parker Fall Fest, and Mayor's Holiday Lighting.
Douglas County Libraries will be offering an array of in-person summer camps for kids ages 4-11 this summer. Visit DCL.org/camp-dcl for the full list of openings.
JOIN OUR SOCIAL CIRCLE 8 SEARCHPARKER | MAY 2021
facebook.com/searchparker
@searchparkermag
searchparker.com
Spring it on! 20% OFF new clients first wax Call to book 303-841-2807 waxingthecity.com 17051 Lincoln Avenue Parker, CO 80134 Next to King Soopers
10 NEW WAYS
2 RISE & SHINE LIMITED TIME OFFER
3
#
BUY ONE GET ONE FREE
5
9
One per person • Must present Coupon • Not valid with other offers • Exp. 5.31.21
Ham on Challah
#
Chicken Apple Sausage
#
Veggie
9807 S. Parker Road • thedonuthouse.com MAY 2021 | SEARCHPARKER 9
INSTANT SAVINGS
$250 OFF any vehicle purchase
Offer expires May 31, 2021. Not valid with any other offers or discounts.
milehighgolfcars.com 1.9% Financing Available
10311 S. Parkglenn Way • Parker, CO Phone: (303) 951-2131 • Fax: (303) 951-2149
$35 OFF
10 SEARCHPARKER | MAY 2021
303-841-9009
www.sweetpeadentistry.com Now find Board Certified in Pediatric Dentistry
Beth Nielsen DDS, PC
Ashley Barefoot DDS, PC
Sweetpea at
9870 Mangano Lane, Suite 100, Parker, CO corner of Jordan Road and Centre Court
MAY 2021 | SEARCHPARKER 11
BEING A LADY TODAY THE DISCE RNING LADY'S GUIDE TO EVERYTHING
BE PASSIONATE • BE BEAUTIFUL • BE YOURSELF
12 SEARCHPARKER | MAY 2021
WARDROBEESSENTIALS E V E R Y WOMA N S H OUL D OW N
BRIGHT HEELS
NICE WHITE TEE
A cool and breezy item that performs in every season - alone or as a layer. Wash with ½ cup of vinegar added to detergent to keep it extra clean and white.
SNAPPY FLATS
A simple pair of flats makes running out the door quick and painless. They’re cute enough to head to a lunch and comfortable enough to make a school or grocery store run.
JEAN JACKET
Don this stylish jacket that goes with absolutely everything. Wear for looks and to take the edge off the chill in early mornings, crisp evenings, or afternoon rainstorms.
LITTLE BLACK DRESS
Add that perfect pop of color to go with your little black dress or to dress up your jeans.
A true staple. Choosing a higher neck and modest hemline will allow this one piece to do quadruple duty at work, church, party, or date night.
ANKLE BOOTS
This modern trend is a brilliant solution. Wear in the winter to keep warm and top off a cool outfit in the summer. Easy to slip into and easy to pack!
CASUAL DRESS
This timeless piece works wells for playing with kids, picnic at the park, cooking, traveling, and even a night out on the town (with a few additions to dress it up).
DARK JEANS
Dress them down or up while enjoying the comfort of your favorite fit. Combine with sweater layers, a fancy top, or loose T-shirt to look great.
BUTTON-UP BLOUSE
The in-between of relaxed and polished. It can look formal tucked into a skirt, casual worn untucked with jeans, or flowy with the lower buttons done over a tank top in the summer. MAY 2021 | SEARCHPARKER 13
BEPASSIONATE
TAK E CHANCE S . LEA RN . FI ND YOUR PASSI ON . If you’ve had the chance to taste a bite made by Carolyn Jacobson, you’ll agree she has a talent! Carolyn learned from her mother and grandmother and began cooking for her family at a young age. Her progress was gradual. Intended to be cookie dough that became too runny, her first "cake" was so rubbery that it bounced off the floor. Her pie crust, which at first suffered, eventually became a specialty. While living in Massachusetts, her lemon meringue pie was entered into a cruise cooking contest and featured in the newspaper. Carolyn traveled the New England area as a food taster and took groups on restaurant tours in Nantucket. She faithfully protects a 50-year-old secret family recipe for meatballs. She shares her passion for food with friends, neighbors, youth in her church class, local firemen, and the staff at her doctor’s office. Before COVID, she held a regular luncheon for close friends, even swapping the dining and family room furniture to have more space to eat. Her passion includes treating her husband, six children, 21 grandchildren, and five great-grandchildren to delicious, home-cooked meals.
"In thinking about decorating for either a basic or formal dinner, one thing comes to mind: LOVE. I first think about the people I am decorating and cooking for. For my grandchildren and now my great-grandchildren, I think about what they love. One great-grandson named Max loves birds and little animals. For him, I will look into my Easter box and find little wooden eggs and make-believe nests. I will go outside and find pine cones and leaves. I will find pictures of birds and put them on the table like friends that are coming to dinner. I will make a chocolate cake with crushed Oreo cookies and gummy worms on top so he can eat what the birds eat and, of course, macaroni and cheese. For my other great- grandson named Hayes, who likes sports, I will go to the Dollar Store and get little balls and other sports toys. I use that as the centerpiece and might copy some pictures of his uncle Dakota when he was a little boy playing football. I would place them on the table so we can talk about the sports that Hayes loves to play. I would make the same worm cake because what boy doesn't like worms?! For fancy dinners in any season or special occasions, I choose things outside that fit the occasion. If it's fall, I find beautiful leaves, pine cones, cut fall flowers or twigs from trees. I get little glass bowls of different sizes and fill them with water and flowers. I place them on top of scattered leaves on the table and place broken twigs all around. Dollar Tree has plates for every season and color. For example, I have both orange and green plates. I can mix and match them or just use one color. Second hand stores have glasses of all kinds, shapes, colors, and sizes. I buy them for a few dollars and use what goes along with the colors of the leaves. Everything is an expression of LOVE and always turns out great! So, create, have lots of fun, and especially, enjoy and give lots of love, for that's what decorating is all about!"
Best Brownie Chocolate Chip Cake 1 box chocolate cake mix 1 box fudge brownie mix 1 ¼ cup water
4 eggs 1 cup choc. chips 1 cup vegetable oil
Mix with a spoon by hand in a large bowl. Add chocolate chips. Spray Bundt pan very well. Put in Bundt pan. Put in oven preheated to 350° F. Cook for 45 minutes. Check to see if it is done with a toothpick. Cool in the pan for 5 minutes. Cool on a rack for 30 minutes. Turn out onto a platter and top with ganache.
Chocolate Ganache Topping: 1 cup heavy cream
1 1/2 cups choc. chips
Place cream in a medium saucepan. Heat 1 to 2 minutes to just boiling. Pour in chocolate chips. Let sit for 5 minutes, then whisk until smooth and shiny (about 1 minute). Pour immediately over cake. When completely cool, put whipped cream on top. 14 SEARCHPARKER | MAY 2021
BEBEAUTIFUL
SEE BEAUTY IN EVERYTHING. BEGIN WITH YOURSELF. Women are beautiful. We make an effort to become so. We appreciate beauty in the world and in others. We asked four women in different stages of life to reflect on beauty and to share their take. In the thoughts below, they express how beauty is, indeed, not just skin deep. "To me, beauty is more than just what we see on the outside. Inner beauty is far more important than our outward appearance. Integrity, kindness, patience, selflessness, are just some of the attributes that bring out our true inner beauty. Nothing is more important than how we treat and respect others, as well as ourselves. True beauty comes from within; it is shown by helping those around us feel good about themselves." - Andrea Keach
"Feeling beautiful each day starts in my head, not in the mirror. It is how I feel inside and hopefully reflecting in my countenance. Being beautiful has everything to do with how I am as a person and how I make others feel.” - Veronica Hunter
"'Beauty is the opposite of perfection - it's about confidence, charisma and character!' My advice to feeling beautiful is to always embrace who you are and to not be afraid to take time for yourself. I feel most confident and beautiful when I get to embrace what makes me, ME! That is, wearing something pink, embracing my inner spice girl, taking the time to exercise, being mindful, eating healthy, and dancing my way through life! Take time to remember the why of your life and be thankful, grateful, and blessed for all the good things you have! Beauty Tip: Partake in Mindfulness and use a Vitamin E moisturizer everyday for your skin!" - Abby Jo Luquette
"I believe there is beauty in every creation of our Heavenly Father's. We are His children, endowed with great potential to become the best individual we can be. He created this earth for our enjoyment and there is beauty in every season. All we have to do is look around us to find beauty every day and in every facet of our lives” - Patricia Jones
BEYOURSELF
B E T H E B E ST VE RSI ON O F YOURSELF In an age of texting and social media, it's easy for manners to fall by the way side. At a time when it may seem old-fashioned or unpopular to be a lady, those who choose to respect the "traditional ways" stand out head and shoulders above the rest. Showing respect is timeless, classy, and always in style. Here are a few tips with some modern updates for women who want to distinguish themselves from the crowd.
Gossip Girl
Always try your best to steer clear of gossip chains. It is unbecoming to spread gossip, and when you are actually the focus of the gossip, it is quite hurtful. Everyone is fighting their own battles, and a lady does not want to air someone else's dirty laundry. Avoid it as best you can, and DEFINITELY do not spread anything via social media.
Please and Thank You
Simple but true. Please and thank you make the world a happier and more polite place. From ordering your smoothie at Starbucks to conversing with the concierge at The Ritz, basic manners NEVER get old.
Beware of Bragging
Chewing Gum
If you are chewing gum in public, make sure not to smack it. Also, discard of gum before a dinner, meeting, or interview. Black tie galas in your stunning gown is no place to have a mouth full of gum.
Modest is Hottest
When wearing a skirt or dress make sure it FULLY covers your posterior. Leave more than "something" to the imagination.
Too Much Information
If a lady must excuse herself from the dinner table, she simply says, “Excuse me.” No further explanation is necessary.
Nobody likes a braggart. If you paid a lot for that Chanel bag, have a gorgeous summer house in Vail, and a yacht in Bora Bora, your closest friends will find out eventually. There is nothing as refined and attractive as humility.
Lips Sealed
Table Manners
Be Kind, Gracious, and Confident
Meals are inevitably part of most our memorable events. Using manners at the table is all about taming impulsivity. Because willpower and self-restraint are recognized predictors of success in life, they are worth nurturing.
Manicures
Even if you don't wear polish, keep your hands neat. Especially in this digital age when everyone is showing their social circles things on their mobile devices, the hands are a central focus. If you're in desperate need of a manicure, take off your polish and buff your nails.
Engage In Conversation
When at the dinner table, at a wedding, or spending time with family and friends, get off your phone. Remember conversation is a true art, and at the end of the day, it is the relationships you have with the people in real life that will shape your life, not the Instagram photo you just liked. 16 SEARCHPARKER | MAY 2021
A lady never points out the imperfections of her mate to others. Despite the temptation to share, a lady does not text, tweet, Facebook, or send e-mails while she is in the company of others.
The holy trinity of being a modern lady.
Happy Mother’s Day
The best way to celebrate Mother’s Day this year is to give yourself or the woman in your life the gift of self care. Online Counseling
No childcare or traffic to contend with, just you and your laptop or cell phone and time dedicated solely to your well being... because you deserve it! wellrootscounseling.com
Helping you protect what matters most. Let’s set a time to discuss your auto, home and life insurance needs. Marshall Ekhoff Financial Representative 10851 S Crossroads Dr Unit C-7 Parker, CO 80134-8201 www.countryfinancial.com/marshall.ekhoff marshall.ekhoff@countryfinancial.com (303)841-3018
Elizabeth Schane MS, LPC, LMHC
919-891-4295 19751 E MAINSTREET #395
Auto and Home policies issued by COUNTRY Mutual Insurance Company®, COUNTRY Casualty Insurance Company®, or COUNTRY Preferred Insurance Company®. Life insurance policies issued by COUNTRY Life Insurance Company® and COUNTRY Investors Life Assurance Company®. All issuing companies located in Bloomington, IL. 0520-513HC_07460-3/12/2021
We are locally owned, operated and prefer things in person ... with a handshake. Every one of our customers is important to us. TheChampionBank.com
303-840-8484
16790 Centre Court, Parker
The Champion of Small Business MAY 2021 | SEARCHPARKER 17
LOCALLY OWNED ASSISTED LIVING IN PARKER
The secret of getting ahead is getting started !!
Offering Special Move-In Incentives Convenient Activities, Onsite Therapy, Home-Cooked Meals, Housekeeping, Laundry, Transportation Services & 24/7 Care Team The Life You Want. The Care You Need. 71% of readers confirm purchasing products or services seen in Search Parker Join our community and let Search Parker connect you with our 120,000 monthly readers. 303.996.8000 | www.pinegrovecrossing.com 19160 Cottonwood Dr. Parker CO 80138
bret@tuellers.com | 303-805-9455
• Our Designers are available to complete your project from start to finish • View our showroom displays with hundreds of door and countertop options to choose from • We install! From Countertops to complete Kitchen and Bathroom Renovations!
nth o m rest 12
ng anci
nte no i nt fin e yme ou includ ps r pa y to
o
r n whe Counte t! a i r jec b Cam your pro in
18 SEARCHPARKER | MAY 2021
CALL OR VISIT OUR SHOWROOM
Located in the Stonegate Crossing Center at Lincoln and Jordan
17051 E Lincoln Ave, Unit G • Parker, CO 80134
303-373-9555
Daniel Matthews Financial Adviser
Helping you plan for all of life’s changes
COME ON IN!
WE’RE OPEN!
2020 was tough, but 2021 provides an opportunity to start fresh and make impactful changes to your financial plan.
TOUCHLESS CHECK-IN • CLEANING STATIONS • CARDIO DISTANCING™
Having a discussion with me never comes with any obligation or cost. Goals are unique, and so should be your planning.
720-206-6556
PARKER, CO
daniel@highpeakswealthstrategies.com
10901 S Parker Rd.
Daniel Matthews, Financial Adviser offering investment advisory services through Eagle Strategies LLC, a Registered Investment Adviser . Registered Representative offering securities through NYLIFE Securities LLC (member FINRA/SIPC), A Licensed Insurance AgencyAgent, New York Life Insurance Company 3200 Cherry Creek South Drive, Suite 700, Denver CO 80209. 303-744-2000 High Peaks Wealth Strategies, LLC is not owned or operated by Eagle Strategies LLC, NYLIFE Securities or any of their affiliates. Eagle Strategies and NYLIFE Securities are New York Life companies.
MAY 2021 | SEARCHPARKER 19 COPark-3x4ReopenAd-0720.indd 1
7/16/20 11:27 AM
C E L E B R AT I N G MOTHERS BY BRET TUELLER
It has been said that the highest and noblest work in this life is that of a mother. Honestly, I don't know if that gives mothers enough credit. Think of the myriad roles a mother plays in the life of her children: nurturer, doctor, banker, chauffeur, chef, judge, coach, stylist, housekeeper, manager, party planner, referee, psychologist, repairman, teacher, waitress, photographer ... the list can go on for a while. I can think of no other venture, accomplishment, or triumph that can have as far-reaching of an impact as that of a mother. Mothers shape our lives, our character, and the very fabric of our reality. To be a Mother is to sacrifice for others, and there is no greater love than that. Even the very act of becoming a mother by bringing a child into this world is a miracle, and a true act of sacrifice. 20 SEARCHPARKER | MAY 2021
Abraham Lincoln said, "All that I am, or hope to be, I owe to my angel mother." I feel the same way about my mother and the mother of my children. Never underestimate the impact a mother can have. My heart does go out to those who are not able to be mothers. I cannot imagine their pain and the courage they display to embrace those around them who have the thing they covet most. My admiration and respect is equal for those in that situation. To all the women out there, you are magnificent. Thank you for your sacrifice, love, and example. Our community is great because of our mothers. A personal thank you to Cauleen, Connie, and Amber! Happy Mother's Day.
MAY 2021 | SEARCHPARKER 21
Spring Sprung HAS
Feel your best this Summer!! If you are experiencing any of the following, it may be time to schedule a consult with us today!!
• • • • • • • •
Depression Mood swings Difficulty sleeping Irritability Lack of Sexual Desire Fatigue Memory Loss Joint Pain
Center for Wellness MD is excited to announce we now carry the skincare line SkinCeuticals!!
Prevent, Protect, Correct your Skin!!
8000 E Prentice Ave, Suite D10 Greenwood Village, CO 80111
303-309-3660 www.CenterForWellnessMD.com 22 SEARCHPARKER | MAY 2021
Happy Customers
$15 OFF $30 OFF $50 OFF
Any Service Over $100 Any Service Over $300
Any Service Over $500
Not to be combined with other offers. Does not include tires. Expires May 31, 2021. One coupon per customer. Code SPM
Driving 30 years of Local Pride! MENTION THIS AD FOR
$50 OFF ANY SET OF TIRES Not valid with other offers One per customer Exp May 31, 2021
Diesel - Euro - Hybrid Service & Repairs Available
Thank you for supporting our small family business! www.PrideAutoCare.com
Parker
11133 S. Dransfeldt Rd. • 303-805-2430
Littleton / Highlands Ranch
8080 S. Broadway • 303-794-5545
Centennial / DTC
8787 E. Dry Creek Rd. • 303-220-0249
Longmont
1533 Main St. • 303-776-3666
MAY 2021 | SEARCHPARKER 23
• Color • Precision Cuts • Perms • Smoothing • Conditioning • Extensions • Waxing Been going to HairColorXperts for 8 years or so. Leah is the best. I have been through long hair cuts, short cuts, all over colors and highlights. It took me years to find someone I trust. ~ Tammy I see Kat on a regular basis and cannot say enough about how talented she is with color. I recently tried the new tie in extensions and I absolutely love them. They hide very well and are much easier to care for. This is my one indulgence and I am hooked! I highly recommend for anyone wanting more volume or length. ~ Amy
(303) 805-5333 10259 S. Parker Road #102 Parker, CO 80134 www.hcxparker.com
A BEAUTY DESTINATION WITH A REPUTATION FOR EXCELLENCE OUR MISSION IS TO MAKE YOU FEEL BEAUTIFUL
HAIR CUT & COLOR XPERTS
Now Hiring
Haircolorxperts is seeking licensed, motivated and talented cosmetologists.
I love Christy, she’s an expert in color and cut. After 14 months of pandemic hair, she fixed me right up. Salon always feels comfortable and safe. Highly recommend this salon, you can’t go wrong with Christy!!!! ~ Diana
25% off highlights & cut with our newest stylist, Sierra. MUST RECEIVE BOTH HIGHLIGHT AND CUT. Not valid on corrective hair services. No other discount allowed. Offer valid thru May 2021.
New Clients 25% OFF
Maximum discount allowed is $35. Valid on new clients or if it’s been 12 months since your last visit. Please mention this promotion at time of booking. Not valid unless presented to stylist prior to service. Not valid on corrective hair services, ombre, extensions, or keratin treatments. Not valid with any other discounts. One discount per client. Offer valid through May, 2021.