HBO Special on Women in Small Businesses

Last Wednesday I had the opportunity to be part of a HBO Special about women in small businesses. When I was contacted about allowing HBO to film the Women's Breakfast my first thought was, "how did I get so lucky." But, it wasn't luck. It was long hours of agressively promoting my clients' products and services. It was not my intentions to be on camera. I was interviewed because I was the organizer of "the movement."  (I have to admit that during the interview my thoughts were on Candice from Skintique - I was thinking - "I need Candice to do my eyebrows and my makeup", "I'm going to look like crap on camera." ) Until that moment there was no "movement".  By the end of the breakfast there was a women in business movement and another documentary opportunity. I wasn't excited about being on TV. I was excited that the way I approach marketing works and produces results (sales) for my clients. If you are selling clothing don't promote sunrises and coffee or share music videos. Share your expertise and the quality of your merchandise and services. Your potential client is not interested in bullshit or fluff. 

Life outside of Evergreen!

Food Network Ghost Story Cakes' Premier Viewing



Actually this post should be titled "A Gluten-Intolerant Woman's Hell". My weekend was filled with amazing cake. The most amazing was by Rachael Teufel and Avalon with Intricate Icings Cake Design. This year's Food Network Ghost Story Cake Challenge was Rachael's third. She placed second in the 2010 Cake Challenge. This year Rachael WON! A picture is worth a 1000 words, but one bite of her cake leaves you wordless.
http://www.intricateicings.com/



Great Garage Sale in Morrison

COLLAGE IS CLOSING ON AUGUST 31ST. WE ARE HAVING A HUGE
SALE RIGHT HERE ON SATURDAY AUGUST 27TH AND SUNDAY
AUGUST 28TH. FROM 8AM-5PM. IN MORRISON.

WE ARE LIQUIDATING OUR RETAIL MERCHANDISE, MUCH OF OUR
FURNITURE, AND ALL OF OUR DISPLAY FIXTURES. EVERYTHING MUST GO, SO COME SHOP AND MAKE US SOME OFFERS!  IT'S REALLY GOOD STUFF!!!!!!!

SOME OF THE ITEMS AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE AT BARGAIN
BASEMENT PRICES ARE:

COMPUTER, PRINTER, ALONG WITH OTHER OFFICE SUPPLIES,

GLASS DISPLAY CASE AND OTHER DISPLAY FIXTURES

BOOKCASES, SEVERAL 6 FT BANQUET TABLES, FOLDING CHAIRS,

UPHOLSTERED ARM CHAIRS, AREA RUGS, A GLASS/IRON, AND

MIRRORED DRESSING TABLE, CHRISTMAS TREE, SEASONAL DECORATIONS CRYSTALS, SPIRITUAL STATUARY

WHITE VINTAGE METAL OUTDOOR ROUND TABLE AND CHAIRS

WE EVEN HAVE FRAMED SIGNED POSTERS OF SOME OF THE
AWESOME MUSICIANS WHO HAVE GRACED US WITH THEIR
PRESENCE AND FABULOUS MUSIC!!

PLEASE COME BY BETWEEN 8AM AND 5PM ON SATURDAY AUGUST
27TH AND SUNDAY AUGUST 28TH.

Summer at Evergreen Lake

Summer in Evergreen is filled with art festivals, music, and farmers' markets and the serenity of walking around Evergreen Lake on a Sunday afternoon.

Gluten Intolerance/Celiac Diease Basic Information

Celiac Diease is commonly referred to as gluten intolerance or gluten sensitivity. Gluten is a protein found in wheat, barley, rye, spelt, kamut, and oats. Celiac is defined as relating to the abdomen or abdomen cavity. The symptoms of gluten sensitivity are not limited to abdomen issues such as irritable bowel disease. Gluten sensitivity is an autoimmune disease that creates inflammation throughout the body. Gliadin, a glycoprotein found in gluten, attacks the small intestine lining causing damage to the tiny villi, which absorbs nutrients.

 The New England Journal of Medicine listed 55 diseases that can be caused by eating gluten. These included anemia, cancer, fatigue, canker sores, rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, and multiple sclerosis. Gluten was also linked to neurological diseases, including anxiety, depression, and migraines. A skin rash called dermatitis herpetiformis is also caused by gluten intolerance. It is an itchy, blistering rash that usually occurs on the torso, scalp and buttocks.

For millennium our diets consisted of wild game (meat), fruits, vegetables, nuts and seeds. During the Neolithic period (9500 BCE) humans began cultivating wheat. Our bodies were not designed to digest gluten and break it down into individual amino acids.

 Gluten intolerance is genetic, 30% of people of European descent carry the gene, with higher numbers of people of English, Irish and Mediterranean ancestry.  People with type O blood are more likely to have gluten intolerance and 60% of people with gluten intolerance are women.

Gluten sensitivity is a very serious condition. Read all food labels. Gluten is found in soup mixes, salad dressings, sauces, vitamins, as well as lipstick and stamps. Even Play-Doh contains gluten!


written by Johnny

"The healthiest response to life is joy. Deepak Chopra"

Making Your House More Saleable. by Marc's Mountain Maintenance

As we enter into spring many of the homes that were off the market during the holidays are being listed. Real Estate is very competitive and you want to do everything you can to position your home to sell. Fixing all the problems like damaged baseboards, out dated fixtures, damaged or missing tile, replacing counter tops, and the list goes on. Take a walk through each room and make a list of what needs to be repaired or replaced.  Making the little repairs has a big impact on the look and feel of your house, it tells the potential buyer that the home was cared for and well maintained.

Painting the interior and exterior creates eye appeal, inviting the buyer to feel at home. One of the biggest color trends for 2011 is yellow.It is a light, airy, citrus yellow that symbolizes a freer spirit, sense of fun and positive energy. Encapsulating a mood of hope and optimism, it conveys a feeling of fizzy sherbet, new growth, relaxed fun and the goodness and vitality of sunshine. Yellow in color psychology is associated with:

* warmth and sunshine
* refreshing, cheering, and uplifting
* promote communication and learning
* combat fatigue and depression
* engendering feelings of well-being and positive thought
* enhance relaxation and minimize stress and anxiety

Marc’s Mountain Maintenance is owned and operated by longtime Evergreen resident, Marc Jones. Marc is a talented artist as well, and brings the same passion and attention to detail to his business. Marc is exceptionally skilled with tile work and kitchen and bathroom remodeling. His motto, “Do It Once, Do It Right” reflects Marc’s strong work ethic and passion to leave nothing behind but a satisfied customer. With over 30 years experience in construction and remodeling, Marc’s Mountain Maintenance is the only name you need to remember for all your home remodeling and repair needs. Call Marc today at 720-261-7569 for a free estimate. Don’t leave your project to chance, leave it to Marc’s Mountain Maintenance to Do it Once and Do it Right!

The Four Elements - What's New for March.

Transformation Package - $670 (a savings of $430)

Four sessions of life coaching with Carol Gutzeit ($300 value)

Four private yoga classes with Stacey Bickler ($200 value)

Four microdermabrasion/peel combo treatments ($450 value)

Two one-hour massages with Mary Davis ($150 value)

Massage Packages

Massage packages are available at The Four Elements at a significant savings. Buy 6 one hour or 90-minute massages and receive a 7th massage FREE. Packages do not expire and can be shared with a spouse or other family member. It's a great way to take care of yourself and receive the many benefits of massage more often! For more information, call Mary Davis, CMT at 720-244-7217 or email at www.healingtraditions-massage.com

ASSEMBLITIQUE - [as sem bli teek]

noun - a unique collection of personal and vintage items arranged in a small, portable container.

Bring copies of your favorite photos, love letters, poems, ephemera, any meaningful trinkets or small found objects and make an assemblitique. Tin containers and other supplies will be provided.

Monday, March 28 - 6:00 to 8:30 p.m.

$25 per person Reservations required. Please call Dale at: 303-995-5691

Visit The Four Elements' website at http://www.thefourelementsonline.com/