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When I was in college, I took a "Philosophy of Language" class that examined how language shapes our realities and impacts our ability to think. Think that's crazy?

In the past several years, living in tiny homes has become a fad across the country and even the world. Many who choose a more simplistic lifestyle want to live in a tiny home because it can be more affordable than owning a typical house.

Legacy and loyalty are bred out of a work ethic of owners but also loyalty of customers. With Gagliano's Market in Pueblo, Vince Gagliano continues the tradition of his family's namesake which has been in business since 1921. In the past 30 years they have brought into their own with locally sourced products as well as legacy items like award winning olive oil from his uncle's farm in Sicily.

Previously, we examined what it means for Colorado to be a "Sanctuary State" as well as the pros and cons that go with this designation. We also learned that Colorado is one of the top five safest states for illegal immigrants.

When I was 12 years old, I had a paper route delivering Albuquerque Journal newspapers in a neighborhood not far from my family’s house. Before sunrise each morning, I rode my Schwinn 10-speed bicycle to an empty Walgreen’s parking lot where a stack of newspapers was left for me. I quickly rolled them into tight bundles with rubber bands and then stuffed them in a vest containing deep pockets in front and back that I wore as I rode my bike.

Kim Immel, head distiller of Blackhat Distillery, loves a truly pure agave (tequila) spirit but also knows that people who love cocktails come in all different shapes and forms.

When it comes to illegal immigration, you've probably heard the term "Sanctuary City" or "Sanctuary State," bandied about by both news pundits and politicians. You may have also heard that Colorado is one of 11 states classified as a Sanctuary State. But what does this mean, and what are the pros and cons of being designated a Sanctuary State?

Anyone who has lived in Colorado Springs has heard someone complain about being single and how hard dating is in the city. Many people who are unhitched find it hard to meet someone and some argue that dating is harder in Colorado Springs than it is in other cities.

Among the many negatives of the pandemic, many people found themselves bored. Even after the initial lock-down, bars, restaurants and other social businesses were slow to re-open.

Anywhere people used to go to socialize was closed or restricted. And even personal social gatherings were not recommended.

With Thanksgiving now in the rearview mirror, we are firmly entrenched in that magical time of year, the holiday season. Luckily for area residents, there is a wide range of local holiday traditions that can become part of your yearly celebrations.