Choices. It’s the American Way, isn’t it? Having an abundance of choices is considered a metaphor for the free world, of progress, innovation and often, status. Having just survived the holidays, we all know it can be dizzying taking in the amount of choices we have as consumers. When it comes to offering choices to our children, there are some things to consider. I am … [Read more...] about Letters from Miss Jill: How to Help Your Child to Make Good Decisions
Archives for January 2020
Checking Out Book Review: Out of Darkness, Shining Light
In 1873, Scottish explorer David Livingstone died of dysentery and malaria. He was in the area that is now Zambia searching for the source of the river Nile. Doctor Livingstone, who is credited with being the first European to cross south-central Africa, kept a journal of his explorations – his life and his multi-year, obsessive pursuit to locate the beginning of Africa’s … [Read more...] about Checking Out Book Review: Out of Darkness, Shining Light
Former School Board Member Releases Book on Immigration
Arturo Jimenez served on the Denver School Board representing Northwest Denver for eight years, and he’s been an immigration attorney for more than 20. Now, he’s written a new book about immigration policy in the United States and, while it’s a national topic, he believes it has a real impact on North Denver, where he’s lived nearly his entire life. “The reason I went … [Read more...] about Former School Board Member Releases Book on Immigration
Shop Locally for All Your Valentine’s Day Gifts
Ah, Valentine’s Day. Celebrated annually on Feb. 14, it “is recognized as a significant cultural, religious, and commercial celebration of romance and romantic love in many regions around the world” according to Wikipedia. “There are numerous martyrdom stories associated with various Valentines connected to Feb. 14.” In an effort to ensure your romance isn’t one of them, … [Read more...] about Shop Locally for All Your Valentine’s Day Gifts
Gallagher: History of the Highlands
Many of Denver's streetcar bedroom suburbs, originally independent cities ringing Denver, boasted elegant city halls. Highlands City Hall was one such fine example. William Quayle, noted architect, designed the three-story brick and sandstone building located in the center of the town at the southwest corner of West 26th Avenue and Federal Boulevard, where the modern Denver … [Read more...] about Gallagher: History of the Highlands