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LIFESTYLE LETTER

NOVEMBER 2020 PUBLISHER

Mel Miles | mel.miles@lifestylepubs.com PUBLICATION DIRECTOR

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Where Would We Be Without You? TO OUR BLESSED COMMUNITY, How can it be that we are already nearing the end of the year? The holidays will be here before we know it, and pretty soon we will be writing out our 2021 resolutions. Before everything gets crazy and we start shopping for all of the people on our gift list, we want to take this time to pause and reflect. This year has been a wonderful journey with all of you, and we are grateful that we get to create this magazine every

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month and connect with you and your family. Thank you for sharing your stories and

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for reading ours. Thank you for supporting the local businesses in our community,

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as without them, this magazine wouldn’t be possible.

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Thank you for the community service you do and for every time you donate something

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or play a small part in keeping our city clean and thriving. We are so proud of where we live, and we know it wouldn’t be the same without each and every one of you.

Emily Bastaroli, Melissa Rufenacht, Audrey Hoak, Jose Espinoza, Leann Parker

In this issue, we offer you the opportunity to reflect with us and spend some time being

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grateful for the people we have around us. Sure, planning a Thanksgiving dinner and

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traveling to see family can be stressful, and don’t worry, we’re here to help with some of the details. But don’t forget to look at each person around your table and remember how they have made a difference in your life. We wouldn’t be here without each other. One of my favorite traditions of the year is the Starlighting festivities. It is one of the most memory filled and treasured times of year for all of us. I especially love the inclusion of The Castle Rock poem which was written by resident Helen Lowrie Marshall in 1966. Long years ago in Bethlehem, A Star shone brilliant bright, Above the place where

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INSIDE THE ISSUE NOVEMBER 2020

FEATURES 12 The Wine Not Workout Wine, Pumpkins and the Challenge Hill OH MY!

20 Starlighting in Castle Rock A tradition 84 years in the making

26 What to Wear this Thanksgiving season No matter how we choose to celebrate the Thanksgiving season A Line has the ideas to spark inspiration

36 Happiness Starts Within You In Style with a Smile

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Healthy Lifestyle

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THE WINE NOT WORKOUT WINE, PUMPKINS AND THE CHALLENGE HILL OH MY!

ARTICLE AUDREY HOAK | PHOTOGRAPHY NATE SCOTT

I HAVE ALWAYS BEEN ACTIVE AND GREW UP PLAYING A VARIETY OF SPORTS SUCH AS GYMNASTICS, TRACK AND FIELD, SOCCER, AND SOFTBALL AS A YOUTH. I continued to try different sports as an adult i.e. hockey, rock climbing, flag football and running. I consider myself adventurous and will try just about anything once. I love working out, doing various cardio workouts and strength training. As a Honey Stinger Ambassador, I fuel my workouts with Honey Stinger developed nutrition products that are made from real ingredients, which help athletes optimize their performance. In my mid 20’s I began volunteering with various youth groups teaching softball and soccer. In my late 20’s I became the Athletic Director for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Alaska, where I provided educational training for volunteer coaches and all the behind the scenes to run multiple youth sports. I oversaw hundreds of Anchorage, AK youths and volunteers while supervising my athletic department staff. In 2006, I earned my EMT-1 certification. I am presently training for my ACE Group Fitness Certification. I continue to volunteer in my community in partnership with Run to Change Lives as a RTCL Ambassador. RTCL is a volunteer based group who’s passion is to build the most loved running community focused on Changing Lives Together, with the sole purpose of raising money for charitable organizations. I am currently the Social Media and Events Manager for Shred415 Castle Rock. At Shred415, we don’t believe in one-size-fits-all fitness and we aren’t a cookie cutter workout. Our instructors create their own programs every day and we empower you to work at your own level and speed so that you can gradually push to your next level. We’ll alternate between treadmill drills and floor work, including strength training and cardio bursts. As a small locally owned business deeply involved in the Castle Rock community, our goal is to provide a safe space where you can workout your body and relieve stress to help your emotional well being. Shred415 Castle Rock is more than a workout. We are a community. The most rewarding thing is watching our community grow through the friendships created in the studio. I love my Shred415 family. 12

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01.

OVERHEAD JUMPING JACKS

02.

RUSSIAN TWISTS W/ BENT KNEES

03.

MOUNTAIN CLIMBERS

Hold a pumpkin firmly between

Sit on ground, holding pumpkin

Begin in plank position with both

both hands. Stand straight and hold

at chest with arms bent out to sides.

hands cupping the pumpkin with

the pumpkin in front of you at chest

Shift weight onto tailbone, lift legs off

arms straight and legs long behind

level. Jump your legs out to each side

floor bending at the knees. Rotate

you, make sure you feel stable. Hold

while at the same time lifting the

torso toward the left, then back to

the body long and tighten abs while

pumpkin up over your head. Bring

center. Rotate torso toward the right,

pulling one knee in to chest, then out

the pumpkin down and to your chest

then back to center. Repeat.

and alternate with the other, all the

again as you jump back in to stand-

while keeping your abs engaged and

ing position with your legs together

your pelvis tucked under.

again. Repeat. CityLifestyle.com/CastleRock

CULINARY CREATIONS

t he per fect dinner

DUCK CONFIT A Lâ€™ORANGE

ARTICLE JOSE ESPINOZA - EXECUTIVE CHEF AND OWNER OF TRESTLES | PHOTOGRAPHY NATE SCOTT

Culinary Team; of Chef Jose Espinoza Sous Chef Cory Omundson, Chefs de Partie Verity Warriner & Finn Jordan

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for c on f it duck : (CAN BE DONE 2-4 DAYS AHEAD)

i n g re d ient s + 4 Duck (leg & thigh) skin on + ½ cup kosher salt + ¼ cup brown sugar + 2 star anise + 6 juniper berries + 2 allspice berries + 1 Tbsp whole peppercorn + 4 cloves garlic (minced) + 4-6 cups duck fat

i n st r uc t ion s Grind dry spices into coarse mixture using a spice grinder. Mix with salt, sugar, and garlic. Coat duck legs with mixture and massage, wrap individually in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 24 hours. After 24 hours, rinse duck under gentle water and pat dry with paper towel. Place skin side down in oven proof baking dish in one snug layer. Heat duck fat just until liquid and pour over duck to completely cover. Place wax paper and a small oven proof plate on top to weigh down duck so that it does not rise above fat while cooking. Cover with lid or foil, bake in a 190 degree preheated oven for 3-4 hours. Duck should be tender enough to fall off bone. Remove from oven and cool. Keeping duck in fat, cover and refrigerate until day of service.

for spic ed ora n ge sa ke sauc e: (CAN BE DONE 2-4 DAYS AHEAD)

i n g re d ient s + 4 cups Sake + 1/4 cup peeled sliced garlic + 1/4 cup peeled sliced fresh ginger + 3 cups orange marmalade + 1/4 cup & 2 Tbsp Lime Juice + 1/4 cup Hoisin sauce + 1/4 cup & 2 Tbsp Thai Chili sauce + 3/4 Tbsp 7 Spice

i n st r uc t ion s In saucepan combine garlic, ginger and sake. On low heat cook off alcohol reducing by ¼. When garlic turns very soft (about 15) strain out garlic & ginger and puree in food processor until fine. Add puree back to Sake along with all

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Creative Collaborations of Chef Jose Espinoza Sous Chef Cory Omundson, Chefs de Partie Verity Warriner & Finn Jordan

for ora n ge m aple g r it s c a kes: (CAN BE DONE 2 DAYS AHEAD)

i n g re d ient s + 1 cup water + Lg orange (zested & juiced) + 1 cup additional orange juice + 1/3 cup quick grits

for br u s sel s i n t ha i ba l sa m ic ora n ge g l a ze: (SAUCE CAN BE DONE 2-4 DAY AHEAD, BRUSSELS MUST BE DONE DAY OF MEAL)

i n g re d ient s

+ 1 tsp salt

+ 1 cup Spiced Orange Sake Sauce

+ 1 tsp 7 spice

+ 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar

+ 3 Tbsp brown sugar

+ 1/2 cup Thai chili sauce

+ 5 Tbsp maple syrup

+ 1/4 cup lime juice

+ 1/2 Tbsp sour cream

+ 1 lb Brussel sprouts (trimmed & cut in half)

+ 2 ½ Tbsp butter

+ Canola oil & Kosher salt to taste

i n st r uc t ion s

Set aside sour cream, butter and grits. In a saucepan bring

Whisk together all liquid ingredients until well incorpo-

all other ingredients to a boil. Slowly add grits, cooking for

rated. Toss Brussels in light canola oil and kosher salt, roast

5 minutes on low heat whisking regularly so as not to lump.

in a 425 degree preheated oven for 30 to 45 minutes, shak-

Add butter until smooth and incorporated then add sour

ing pan every 5 to 7 minutes for even browning. Reduce

cream. Add 1 tsp slurry and cook for 1 minute. Prepare a

heat when necessary to prevent burning. Brussels sprouts

9X9 baking pan with pan spray and wax paper. Pour grits

should be darkest brown. Remove from oven and toss with

in, smooth out, cool & refrigerate until day of service.

sauce and place back in oven for 2-5 minutes.

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for cha r red sh i sh it o pepper s: (MUST BE DONE DAY OF MEAL)

i n g re d ient s + ½ Lb Shishito peppers (rinsed & dried) + 1 Tbsp lemon pepper + 1 Tbsp canola oil

i n st r uc t ion s Toss Shishitos in olive oil and lemon pepper, roast in a 425 degree preheated oven for 10 to 20 minutes, shaking pan every 5 to 7 minutes for even browning. Reduce heat when necessary to prevent burning. Shishitos should be dark charred but still firm.

d i n ner i n st r uct ion s Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Start with Brussels in oven according to previous instructions. When they are halfway done, place duck skin side up with a little duck fat in baking dish. In separate oven dish place the Shishito peppers in oven at same time as duck. Cut grits into desired cake portions and sauté grits in a non-stick sauté pan until crisp, flipping so that both sides are crispy brown and heated through. In a saucepan heat orange sake sauce. Finish Brussels with sauce and return to oven checking the duck and Shishitos. Arrange grits on plates, with Brussels on a corner and duck in center. Glaze duck with sauce and garnish with Shishitos. Enjoy!!

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IT’S TRADITION!

Starlighting is a Castle Rock tradition that

believe it,” says former Castle Rock Chamber

A special birthday plate. That certain

has brightened the lives of townspeople for

of Commerce Chairman and business owner,

restaurant on your anniversary. Opening a

generations. It is not only the beauty of the

Bernie Greenberg.“ It doesn’t seem possible

gift on Christmas Eve. Even those special

Star, bright against the dark sky and illumi-

that we could have people celebrating within

socks you wear on gameday so your team

nating the Rock, it’s also the idea that we live

these few blocks, greeting one another with

will win - Traditions bring us joy, laughter

in a community that cares. Our Town and our

smiles and having a wonderful time … but it

and memories. Building traditions within the

community conjure up images of Mayberry

is possible here in Castle Rock! Starlighting is

family provides a sense of identity, strength-

and Stars Hollow - Places where neighbors

something that represents so directly peace on

ening the family bond, bringing stability and

look out for one another — they help each other

earth and goodwill to all.” Castle Rock is such

comfort to our lives and teaching us values.

and they strive to make other people’s lives a

a place and the Star is a daily reminder of how

Our fondest memories are borne from the

little bit better. “A Hollywood producer couldn’t

blessed we are to live here. It was built on the

traditions our parents upheld and the emo-

create what we experience here in Castle

premise that life is hard but here in our commu-

tional connections they created.

Rock during Starlighting. You have to see it to

nity, we look out for one another and we have

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S TA R L I G H T I N G IN CASTLE ROCK A TRADITION 84 YEARS IN THE MAKING

“The Star is a beacon of hope, a glowing symbol of our community. The spirit of Starlighting lasts yearround. Despite the growth that takes place in Castle Rock, the small-town mindset is prevalent through Starlighting.” - Nick Lucey, local photographer The year was 1936. Our great nation was struggling through a crippling Depression and the “Dust Bowl” of the 1930’s only intensified the economic impact on families. Morale was at an all-time low, and the people of Castle Rock were losing hope. The leaders of our community, with hopes of bringing travelers and commerce to our town, decided to build a star that would be perched atop Castle Rock and seen from the major highways leading into town. Bringing in business was only one goal of the Star; boosting the spirits of townspeople and travelers alike played a major role in the decision to create this icon. With the land on which “The Rock” stands donated by rancher George Stewart, the gentlemen of the Works Progress Administration began building, and in 1936, “the Star” was born. With few exceptions, our Star has illuminated the sky between November and January of every year since 1936, bringing hope to all who see it.

hope for the future. This mindset is carried into

in 1936, and the tradition of firefighters caring

men and women prepare our Star for lighting.

each and every Starlighting celebration that we

for the Star continues today. Currently, there

Once the Star has been lit for the season, the

have and it is our privilege to be able to pass this

are three firefighters that are “Keepers of the

firefighters are still up on the Rock weekly,

mindset on to the following generations.

Star” and not only do they care for the Star

making sure all the bulbs are working and the

year-round, they prepare it for lighting. Twenty

Star looks perfect for the thousands of people

PREPARATIONS

four hours prior to the official event, they are on

who see it every day. Matt Rettmer, a firefighter

In the weeks, days and hours leading up

the top of Castle Rock, changing the 100 light

who has been caring for the Star for 22 years,

to Starlighting, town officials work tirelessly

bulbs, checking wires, and ensuring the light-

says that the symbolism and tradition is in the

to prepare the Star and the streets for the

ing goes on without a hitch. The weather must

sense of community it brings. “The Star keeps

big event. Fun Fact: The Castle Rock Fire

be watched closely as it is precarious to be on

the town small, homey and rural. It is an iconic

Department is responsible for repairing and

top of a 45-foot structure with the Colorado

vision of hope, and it grounds people to what is

maintaining the Star! The volunteer firefighters

wind swirling or snow flying. There have been

important.” Thank you to Matt, Jay and Tammy

originally put the Star on top of Castle Rock

some harrowing times as these dedicated

- Keepers of the Star.

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OUR TOWN (CONTINUED)

“MAGIC. THIS EVENT IS MAGIC. STARLIGHTING IS LIKE BEING IN A SNOW GLOBE FANTASY FOR A DAY, WHERE ALL THIS INCREDIBLE MAGIC TAKES PLACE.” - BERNIE GREENBERG, LOCAL BUSINESS OWNER AND RESIDENT

THE EVENT

around the entire property. The picturesque twinkle

Historically, Starlighting is a full day of celebrations

spreads through downtown, accompanied by the sur-

in downtown Castle Rock, ultimately culminating in

prised gasps and squeals of delight from the children.

the lighting of the Star. Throughout the day, families

To top off the night, the Star is then lit. Our icon of

and friends can celebrate the coming Holiday sea-

hope shines brightly in the sky while fireworks break

son together with activities for all. Rink at the Rock

the hushed silence and celebrate our town.

(https://www.downtowncastlerock.com/rink-at-

Just like many things this year, the Starlighting event

the-rock-1) opens for ice skating for the season on

will look a bit different. The Chamber of Commerce is

the day of Starlighting. Fire pits brighten up downtown

working nonstop to provide the tradition that we all

with their warm glow, and offer a place for families to

love in a meaningful way while also respecting the

sip the hot chocolate that many businesses provide.

Covid limitations. Keeping safety first and foremost,

The windows of downtown businesses are decorated

Pam Ridler, Chamber President and CEO, says that

for Christmas with a contest being held and coveted

Starlighting is all about community. “We are still

prizes given out for the most festive. Children are able

coming together to make it happen. There will be a

to talk with Santa Claus and plead their case that they

deviation from tradition in some senses, but there will

were well-behaved this past year and really do deserve

still be an experience for your family to participate

a pony. Christmas carols are sung to passersby, offer-

in and usher in the Holiday season.” Pam has been

ing the sounds of the season that warm our hearts.

an integral part of Starlighting for 21 years. Her goal

This year’s commemorative ornaments are available

with the event is clear, “This is our Norman Rockwell

to hang on your tree, adding to the collections from

community event. We want to see the children and

years past. As darkness looms, the stage will be filled

their excitement. It brings nostalgia to our hearts to

with community leaders welcoming everyone to Castle

see families coming together and preparing for the

Rock. The Chamber of Commerce chairperson will read

Holidays.” As with many things, the event details are

the Starlighting poem, written in 1966, highlighting why

developing daily. For the latest updates and event

we are all here and the symbol that brings us hope.

plans, visit www.CastleRockStarlighting.com.

The children onstage will then begin the countdown

No matter what the event looks like this year, plan to

for Santa to pull the magic lever that will turn on all the

partake in Starlighting — hearing Christmas carols, see-

Christmas lights throughout the streets of downtown.

ing the downtown lights lit, watching fireworks and most

The massive trees surrounding the Wilcox Building

of all, showing your children that despite the hardships

at the site of the old Douglas County Courthouse are

that arise, our community will band together and offer

heavily laden with blue lights that cast a magical glow

hope for the future.

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NO MATTER HOW WE CHOOSE TO CELEBRATE THE THANKSGIVING SEASON A LINE HAS THE IDEAS TO SPARK INSPIRATION

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Phil Long carries a variety of Tuscany F-150

Tuscany is evidential of a business that

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Tuscany doesn’t patch in after-market parts.

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Instead, they engineer the particular parts each

unique qualities. They are the leader in custom

truck needs through an individualized injection

lifted truck manufacturing, so the fact that they

molding process. The trucks retain their value

handpicked Ford of Chapel Hills as one of their

because Tuscany doesn’t sell these exclusive

select dealership partners is telling.

parts anywhere else. Several of the Shelby mod-

“There are upwards of 4,000 dealerships in the

els are purchased regularly by collectors. This

country, but we do business with Ford of Chapel

causes their value to appreciate, contrary to the

Hills because they do it well while supporting

depreciation trend most new vehicles follow.

and understanding the brand,” Aaron says.

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THIS TIME OF YEAR, I FIND MYSELF EXCITED FOR PREPARING OUR HOME FOR THE CHILLY MONTHS AHEAD. Even before the air gets crisp I get busy washing throw blankets, replacing worn out couch pillows and digging out those yummy smelling candles. It makes me want to stock up on coffee and hot cocoa to share with friends when they gather in our home. Although I am still inclined to do those things, this year is a bit different as the world of social distancing has changed our abilities to gather with friends and family like we used to. Whatever may come with the chilly air I do know one thing…we still need people, and it can still be just as wonderful to gather together! The question that I’ve been asking myself is “how can our family pivot with the times and continue to gather, visit with friends, meet for coffee,

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share dinners and celebrate in life milestones?” This fall, instead of turning my attention into our living room, I am looking to my front porch (and backyard) in preparation for gathering with people there. Here are a few of my ideas for creating an outdoor space to be used well into the cold winter months. You can also continue to join me in the journey by following me at @silvertoothfarmhome.

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Somewhere to sit… Even if you don’t have a front porch, you might have a garage, a yard, a little corner under a tree. Pick a spot and plant some chairs there (6 feet apart these days). Our Adirondack Chairs are an old version from World Market, but any outdoor chair will do. If you have a covered space then don’t be afraid to pull out those indoor chairs too. It’s charming to see repurposed wooden dining room chairs sitting on a covered porch. Be creative!

Something to feel… Instantly give your outdoor space the feeling of indoors with an outdoor rug. It seriously changes everything by making the space like a living room! I get my budget friendly outdoor rugs from Boutique Rugs, but you can find them at any price point. Include a pillow or blanket for warmth, and when the days get really cold a patio heater is a major bonus.

Something to see… Bring on the layering of flowers, pumpkins or candles to bring the space to life! I like to work with different heights and textures (here I placed my chrysanthemums in bushel baskets from Hobby Lobby and placed them on stools to elevate them to eye level). The possibilities are endless so be creative and have fun!

Something to eat… Fill a basket with caramel apples on sticks, kettle corn in brown paper bags, coffee or tea in paper travel cups. I love using baskets and trays to easily transport items from my kitchen to the outdoor space.

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