Thursday, March 28, 2013

On a Colorado Note: The Thursday Files: Beauty Here, There, and Everywhere

As you know, the Thursday Files is when I write about awesome things that are happening with me.. or in and around Colorado.
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My newest creation.. Cinnamon Yuzu Baked Body Bar by 303 Dolls Face + Body. Can't you just smell it now:)

I thought it was a wonderful way to bring in Spring. A beautiful citrus scent blended with cinnamon baked goodness, which represents the invigorating appeal of Spring, along with cozy comforts of Winter.

In other words.. it represents the fact that it is indeed Spring, but we still need the warm cozy goodness you get during winter.. because no-one gave Mother Nature the memo about it being Spring. See.. the perfect combo! (Snarky, I know!)

Notice the gorgeous moon in the upper left corner. Tuesday evening I went out photo walking and got this shot of the moon playing hide and go seek, along with a bit of the skyline.

Another wonderful thing here is the construction that has been going on near Union Station. It is coming along wonderfully. Progress is ahead of schedule.. and it is amazing to see the development of our downtown. Denver is already a wonderful city to live in, but the positive vibe around the city as we all watch it develop is nothing more than a thing of beauty.

Saturday, March 23, 2013

On a Colorado Note: The Thursday Files (On Saturday Because..) Oh Bloody Hell, I Simply Forgot.

I say "bloody hell" with love.. I had a wonderful week.


I think I've mentioned this before, but my husband is on the council for the Denver Performing Arts, and this week we were delighted to attend the dress rehearsal for "A Weekend with Picasso." Herbert Siguenza who is aMAHzing does a fantastic one man show. Paints like a dream in five minutes or less. Such a nice individual as well. Looking forward to attending the play in my ooh la la clothes, lol. The photo above was taken Thursday evening with a most awesome group of peeps that also attended the dress rehearsal, Jennifer and her family.


Ladies and gentleman.. can I get a what what? Can I get a woot woot? The picture above is the first order I sent to Out of the Box Sampler. First of many to come. I am so excited about this opportunity.. and such fun to think of what I will create/use for the upcoming months:)

Aye Papi.. who is that handsome devil?!?! It's my handsome #1. We have taken up Cigar smoking.. which I initially was COMPLETELY against.. and then I tried it this week and fell COMPLETELY in love.
That's me.. all pro, smoking a cigar. NOT.. but I'm having a blast developing the talent.. :)

Friday was a deliciously fun day as well. Shout out to Mia! (she's in the pic) Friday was her birthday, and she had a lovely get together at The Living Room. We unfortunately were unable to stay long because PBS was having a Volunteer Appreciation ceremony at the same time. I must say, it was pretty nice seeing just how many hours some of the volunteers have put into Public Broadcasting here in Denver.. thank God for them. Did I mention it started snowing while we were en route Friday afternoon? Both my husband and I had a good 4 inches of snow collectively on our bods once we arrived back at the lofts, lol! It was great.. made for a fun, pelted-by-snow-in-the-face walk home:)

This concludes the Thursday Files.. on Saturday.

Thursday, March 14, 2013

Dear Winter: Would you Bleeping Get out of Here Already!?! Best, Marci

Thursday Files!!
That's me across from our lofts about two weeks ago on a cold and snowy day.

I enjoy Winter.. but I've got to be honest with myself.. I'm over it. Did I mention I'm a Southern California native? Us natives don't always do winter very well. I have six layers on, two hats, plus my coat in this photo. How can I be excited about that?


This is a shot I got a few Springs back. I am looking forward to seeing everything in bloom, leaving home in flip flops, an overabundance of slurpees and red vines.. but I digress. I've actually got such a massive amount of Spring fever because we had an absolutely gorgeous day today, 73 degrees to be exact. It's such an exciting time of year.. people walking down the street with pleasant looks on their face, not scrunchy, frowned up faces because of snow pelting them in the face.

Took this photo last September.. days before Fall in Morrison, CO. Notice the hood on my head, that's not for fashion.. it was starting to get chilly outside, and I was anything but happy knowing that the sun, my myriad of sundress days, and deeper than normal tan were about to come to an end for the season. Yes, I love Spring and Summer that much. Colorado is fantastic no matter what season it is.. but I am really looking forward to Spring here, it is my favorite season.. and if you have visited or lived through a Colorado Spring, you know why.. :-).

Wednesday, March 6, 2013

On a Colorado Note: The Thursday Files: Don't Make Me Ova.. (When I'm in Boulder)

There's my alter ego, Skye, the hippy chick. Welcome to the Thursday Files.

This past Sunday my husband and I went up to Boulder, which is one of my absolute favorite places. Boulder can best be described as a college town, a town of people with decent means.. and lots of people who love biking, healthy eating, and our earth. Lovely place where everyone is extremely down-to-earth.. literally.



Heading to Boulder Creek when I took this shot.

The vibe of Boulder is evident here. Chill, right smack dab in the foothills. Small town vibe with a modern and earthy edge. I first visited Boulder in the spring of 2010. The drive up found me shedding layers of clothes until I was basically barefoot with a sundress on. Topped it all off with a wildflower through my braids once I arrived. Carefree and happy.. and I mean honestly, how can you not love that?



I always enjoy taking a moment here to center myself. Tranquility is always present in my life.

I love being in a place where each person around you seems to be delighting in the same level of tranquility. Life for my husband and I has been blessed beyond belief. I smile and inhale.. hold.. and exhale. Thrilled to be amongst such beauty, in such a beautiful place. This. Is. Living.