Cheyenne Frontier Days: That’s WY
Cheyenne Frontier Days: That’s WY
July 22, 2024
I’m Your Huckleberry, A Cattle Drive Road Trip: Steak in Nebraska
I’m Your Huckleberry, A Cattle Drive Road Trip: Steak in Nebraska
July 18, 2024
Casa Bonita: Nostalgia Satisfied, But Can it Survive?
Casa Bonita: Nostalgia Satisfied, But Can it Survive?
July 8, 2024
Sheila of Growing Small Town Nebraska: Why Listen & Why Go
Sheila of Growing Small Town Nebraska: Why Listen & Why Go
July 1, 2024
From the Blog
Patios, the Pooch & the Poudre River Trail
I wasn’t necessarily planning to write about this past weekend, however, there seems to be a good amount of interest in the Poudre River Trail. So, I will enlighten HeidiTown citizens, while espousing my love of patios. I will sit ... [ Read More ]
Picking the Right Colorado Hot Springs for You
I’ve decided that instead of creating a long list of the nearly 100 hot springs in Colorado, I’d highlight one of our state’s greatest hot springs resources, the Colorado Historic Hot Springs Loop. Strawberry Park Hot Springs, Steamboat Springs, Colorado ... [ Read More ]
A Colorado Hot Springs at 7,700 Feet Above Sea Level
The number one question I get as the Mayor of HeidiTown is regarding hot springs. Which is the best for couples? What hot springs destination includes lodging? Where can I find a dog-friendly hot springs venue? I should write a ... [ Read More ]
Surprised by Albuquerque, New Mexico, in a Good Way
The last time we were in Albuquerque was in February 2020. We were on an epic road trip to visit my parents who lived in Phoenix at the time. Booked at La Quinta near Interstate 25, we were greeted with ... [ Read More ]
Alamosa, Colorado: The Craft Beer Story
For years, we’ve been stocking up on Alamosa’s San Luis Valley Brewing Company’s green chile beer, Valle Caliente, when we’re in the area. Sadly, we can’t buy it here in Loveland, Colorado. So, obviously, Alamosa’s beer scene has long been ... [ Read More ]
Alamosa, Colorado: A James Beard Nomination & Taco Heaven
Technically, this title is misleading. Yes, there is a James Beard nomination in the town, but it isn’t a taco joint, however, I’ll get to that later in the post. I wasn’t in Alamosa just to eat tacos. I mean, ... [ Read More ]
Introducing HeidiTown Consulting & the Future of HeidiTown
There is a chance that you’ve heard this news already, and I want to write this post so that no one gets the wrong idea. HeidiTown is not coming to an end, however, I am starting a new company. Introducing, ... [ Read More ]
Cozy Up & Party Down: Sweetheart Festival in Loveland, Colorado
Last year, I attended Sweetheart Festival on both days of the event. Both times I was so proud of what is on offer in my hometown of Loveland, Colorado. Sweetheart Festival is a spectacle for the eyes as well as ... [ Read More ]
The importance of shopping local and how I do it
Originally published in the Berthoud Weekly Surveyor on December 22, 2022. In 2020, an Amazon truck lived in my neighborhood. I walk the dog multiple times a day and there it would be, lurking around the corner each time I ... [ Read More ]
The Future is Here: Not Looking Back
I have not written a “year in review” post, and I’m not going to do it. Now that isn’t to say that there weren’t highlights. Most were animal-related. For instance, meeting kittens and puppies at Animal Aid of Colorado on ... [ Read More ]