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It’s finally Fall! That means it’s time to get out the jackets and enjoy some much-needed cool weather. In some places, it’s already snowing—Colorado we’re looking at you! Fall also means that one of our favorite holidays is coming up, Halloween!  There’s just something magical about Halloween, beyond the witches, wizards, goblins, and ghosts that show up at the door asking for candy. It’s a holiday that brings friends and family together for a night of fun, mischief, and sugar-overload. There’s just one problem, dressing up and walking around door-to-door for Trick or Treating can be the perfect way to...

October 27 is Make a Difference Day! It’s an entire day dedicated to helping out your community in some way, whether big or small. The key purpose is to give your time, ability, and/or knowledge to help someone else within your community. Sounds pretty awesome, right?   “We can change the world and make it a better place. It is in your hands to make a difference.” —Nelson Mandela We all should try to leave a positive mark on the world, and Make a Difference Day is the perfect opportunity to give of yourself for a better life. Instead of getting...

We associate summer with the great outdoors. But to survive the sweltering heat and oppressive humidity, we often find ourselves inside worshiping the air conditioner.  Fall is a different story. With cooler temperatures and air as crisp as a Fuji apple, the outdoors beckon. Leaf-peeping, pumpkin picking and cider sipping are quintessential fall activities. But, this fall, consider having fun while also helping the planet and your community. Clean Up the Coast The recent plastic straw ban enlightened many to the various ways trash can negatively impact our waterways. Cleaning up beaches and shorelines will go a long way to...

September is the perfect time to make small changes in our lives. As the lazy days of summer fade, we find ourselves refreshed, relaxed and rejuvenated. Yet, for some reason, many people wait until January to tackle self-improvement goals. This year, don’t wait until the clock strikes midnight on December 31 to start making promises to yourself.  The sooner you take steps towards a better life, the sooner your life will be better. So, instead of a New Year’s Resolution, this September, make a #nowyearsresolutions! Meditation  The serene feeling of summer can quickly fade once the pressures of school, work...