Top five Super Bowl 2012 commercials
February 6, 2012 – 7:01 am | 9 Comments

Super Bowl 2012 advertisers spent $3.5 million per spot to put their brands before audiences. The sponsors, including a large number of first-timers, trusted somewell-worn strategies: sex, cute animals, talking babies, celebrities and sex. David Beckham, MatthewBroderick, Elton John and Clint Eastwood. Whichwas most memorable?
OUR PANEL: Susan Jung Grant, assistant professor of marketing, University of [...]

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Creative Valentine Ideas for the Entire Family!
February 1, 2012 – 5:00 am | 2 Comments
Creative Valentine Ideas for the Entire Family!

Spreading the love has never been so much fun! Whether you decide to go traditional or get creative, this holiday of charming affection offers up an opportune time to tell those around you how much you care.
 
A Valentine mustn’t be elaborate or pricey to win the hearts of those you love…but it does need to [...]

Olympic Skier Picabo Street On the Product That Will Revolutionize Learning to Ski
January 31, 2012 – 7:00 am | 3 Comments
Olympic Skier Picabo Street On the Product That Will Revolutionize Learning to Ski

Last weekend I was invited to the SIA(Ski Industry Association) show at the Denver Convention Center. I am always a little giddy over the idea of getting to see great new products and telling you about them – but this time, I was invited to speak with Picabo Street! Yes, the iconic, amazing three-time Olympic [...]

Like-minded fiber and clothing merchants team up in Baker neighborhood’s “anti-mall” retail area
January 31, 2012 – 7:00 am | No Comment
Like-minded fiber and clothing merchants team up in Baker neighborhood’s “anti-mall” retail area

Fancy Tiger Crafts has been a go-to destination in the Baker neighborhood for clever crafters for the past five years. Its spin-off, Fancy Tiger Clothing, draws a young boutique crowd for men’s and women’s apparel and accessories. Now proprietors of those businesses have moved, chess-like, around the block, and were joined by veteran retailer Buffalo [...]

Survival App Aims to Help Drivers in Winter
January 23, 2012 – 6:41 am | No Comment
Survival App Aims to Help Drivers in Winter

When a powerful blizzard ripped through North Dakota last winter, hundreds of drivers were stranded as white-out conditions shuttered interstates spanning the state. Snow whipped up by wind marred the lines between pavement and grassy drop-offs, leaving some scared motorists unsure what to do.
Two local software developers figured they could help.

Nissan’s Holiday Quest & What Vehicle Do You Drive?
January 18, 2012 – 7:00 am | 10 Comments
Nissan’s Holiday Quest & What Vehicle Do You Drive?

I am officially in the market for a new vehicle.
Actually, I didn’t even know I was looking until I was asked by Nissan to be a part of their #HolidayQuest campaign to test-drive their 2012 Nissan Quest. As my kids eagerly explored the minivan and I inhaled that glorious new-car smell while fiddling with the [...]

Kid’s Winter Gear Roundup…WIN Obermeyer Ski Coat/Pants & Name Bubbles!
January 11, 2012 – 7:00 am | Comments Off
Kid’s Winter Gear Roundup…WIN Obermeyer Ski Coat/Pants & Name Bubbles!

Whether you’re hitting the slopes this winter or building snowmen in your backyard, you are going to want to bundle up – and with these top winter gear picks, your kids will be properly protected AND in great style!

Obermeyer  - Clothes That Grow!
(photo: Sheer Bliss Coat in Anthracite)
Obermeyer’s novel “I-Grow” System allows for your children’s winter wardrobe to grow [...]

Top 10 toys kid-tested by Thornton preschoolers
December 18, 2011 – 6:58 am | One Comment
Top 10 toys kid-tested by Thornton preschoolers

Four-year-old Payton DeBelle is one discerning customer of toys, and she considers the Hoot Owl Hoot game one of the best she’s encountered.
“You get owls, and you get to move the owl, and then you get to pick another card,” said Payton, eyes gleaming over the paper owl heads staring back at her. “I want [...]

Best Gifts of 2011 for the Techie in Your Life!
December 17, 2011 – 1:00 am | 7 Comments
Best Gifts of 2011 for the Techie in Your Life!

In just a few short days Christmas Day will be here. If you’re like me, you often procrastinate when it comes to finishing gift shopping (I still has quite a few to get). Buying late doesn’t mean you have to skimp on generosity! If you’re looking for a killer gift for a loved one, we’ve [...]

Join Nissan Quest’s Tweet-up & You could win $1,000!
December 15, 2011 – 12:00 am | Comments Off
Join Nissan Quest’s Tweet-up & You could win $1,000!

If you’re on Twitter, I have a great opportunity for you!
Mile High Mamas is taking part in a fun campaign with Nissan over the holidays. On Tuesday, December 20th at 7 p.m. MST, the car company will be holding a #HolidayQuest Twitter party to discus how several parents around the country are navigating the holiday [...]

Why Pinterest.com may be the most addictive site ever (and why you should sign up)
December 13, 2011 – 7:00 am | 31 Comments
Why Pinterest.com may be the most addictive site ever (and why you should sign up)

Despite the fact I’m familiar with many of the cutting-edge social media technologies, I am often hesitant to adopt them because I’m already too busy with blogging, Twitter, Facebook and my iPhone.
However, my latest obsession Pinterest.com has surpassed them all.
And believe me, that’s really saying something.
I’ve gone from being a bored cook to being [...]