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February 23, 2010KKB Teammember speaks on "Why I live in Buffalo Creek Colorado"
Category: Vacation Destinations
While flying to CougarVille, Washington a few weeks ago; for my stepdaughter’s graduation I was thinking this was going to be a great weekend. However, as usual, when I travel I always wish I were spending my time at home. Let me tell you why: The place I call home, Buffalo Creek, Colorado is just 50 short miles southwest of Denver. If any mountain bike riders are reading this, you may know exactly what I’m talking about. Bikers seem to nearly fill our ranger station parking lot on most Sunday mornings. But you are okay, guest. You’re basi …
Read The Rest of This PostDecember 02, 2009My African Adventure
Category: Vacation Destinations
No, it's not a motorized safari! It's a world where transportation is by donkey or by foot. This is a place where the day's meal is slow-cooked over an open fire; and vibrant people move slowly and savor time with their friends and relatives. At the edge of the Sahara where people live in thatch homes, and life is harsh, hearts are kind and people live in peace. In January 2010, I'll travel to the village of Guéoul, Sénégal in western Africa to volunteer with Friends of Guéoul. Friends of Guéoul Friends of Guéoul is a Color …
Read The Rest of This PostOctober 16, 2009KKB Recommends La Dolce Vita!!
Category: Vacation Destinations
When people think about getting outside on a weekend in Colorado, the first thing that comes to mind is heading for the mountains. And while the mountains provide everything an outdoor adventurer is looking for, what adventures exist for those who don’t like camping and hiking? Well, if you enjoy great food and a family atmosphere, then Festival Italiano at Bel-Mar is right up your alley. Festival Italiano is an annual festival held at Bel-Mar, a vibrant shopping, dining and residential community in Lakewood. Bel-Mar, located at Alameda and Wadsworth, is the host of …
Read The Rest of This PostSeptember 23, 2009KKB Team Member - Small Town Girl to the Big City
Category: Vacation Destinations
Have you ever been so set in your ways in life that it is hard to adjust to new changes? Something as new and bold as moving from one state to another? I recently moved from my home state of Texas that I have known my entire life, and where my entire family resides, to another state that is way out of my comfort zone. Yeah! Talk about a HUGE change! I know, I know, you are probably thinking, "Oh geez! That's easy! I've done that plenty of times and it is not THAT hard." Well, I am a small town girl, moving to a big city. So, this is definitel …
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