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Who doesn't love love?

Jan 21, 2026 02:25PM ● By Lynn Gendusa

Valentine's Day is more than flowers and chocolates. Explore the deeper meaning of Valentine's Day and look at the many ways love enriches our lives beyond the surface clichés.

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Inside Pikes Peak Hospice: Nonprofit Hospice and Palliative Care in Colorado Springs

Jan 06, 2026 04:11PM ● By Lisa Lowdermilk

Pikes Peak Hospice & Palliative Care provides nonprofit hospice and palliative care in Colorado Springs, focusing on comfort, dignity and meaningful moments for patients and families.

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Choosing joie de vivre (joy of living) even on the cloudy days

Jan 06, 2026 03:58PM ● By B.W. Wilson

Reflecting on joy, aging and seasonal blues, this heartfelt column explores how sunlight, mindset and kindness shape our outlook—and how choosing joy can be a daily, hopeful act.

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What’s in a name? The memories, meaning and mishaps behind what we’re called

Jan 06, 2026 02:33PM ● By Rhonda Wray

From baby name debates to cultural baggage and spelling gone wild, this witty reflection explores how names shape identity, memories and expectations across generations.

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Ex–Wimbledon semifinalist Sally Moore Huss reinvents herself as an artist

Jan 06, 2026 01:43PM ● By Pamela S. Thompson

Former Wimbledon semifinalist Sally Moore Huss reflects on tennis, art, love and reinvention—proving passion, creativity and purpose can thrive well into your 80s.

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The meaning of Christmas beyond the drama

Nov 25, 2025 03:34PM ● By Rhonda Wray

From quirky Christmas plays to real-life holiday chaos, this heartfelt reflection reminds us to embrace simple joys, meaningful moments, and the true spirit of the season.

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Tamales and tradition: How El Nopal unites Pueblo families each holiday

Nov 24, 2025 11:26AM ● By Pamela S. Thompson

El Nopal’s famous tamales and green chile have been the centerpiece of Pueblo holidays for decades. Here’s the story behind the beloved tradition.

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Finding “Big Magic” in my father’s perseverance

Nov 05, 2025 10:01AM ● By Paula Anderson

A daughter recalls her father’s resilience and creative drive after World War II, proving that perseverance is its own kind of big magic.

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The gift my father left me: why funeral planning matters

Oct 27, 2025 12:13PM ● By Scott Behan

Discover why preplanning a funeral is one of the greatest gifts you can leave your loved ones.

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Make the most of Thanksgiving Day with Friendsgiving and solitary celebration ideas

Oct 27, 2025 11:05AM ● By By Kimberly Blaker

Spending Thanksgiving solo or without family? From pampering yourself and volunteering to hosting a cozy Friendsgiving, discover creative, meaningful ways to make the holiday your own.

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Senior veterans support children of America's fallen

Oct 27, 2025 10:50AM ● By By Pamela S. Thompson

Angels of America’s Fallen provides lifelong mentorship and activity funding for children who’ve lost a parent in service.

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Why public lands matter to Colorado seniors

Sep 22, 2025 12:17PM ● By Sallie Thoreson, Black Canyon Audubon Society

Colorado seniors benefit from public lands through recreation, health, and strong communities—but these lands face growing threats.

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