Father's Day Gift Idea
I was never your typical Daddy's Girl, despite being an only child. As my dad's only child he could have easily spoiled me rotten but he raised me to appreciate the value of money and I had to earn most of what was given to me.
Gifts For The College Student
It's an captivating feeling when for the very first time in your life, you know what it's like to go without. I've become rather used to this lifestyle over the past three years and although it's not painless, I've learned some valuable lessons from it. I've learned what it feels like
A Taste of Colorado
As a Colorado girl, it really surprises me just how much the state has grown in the previous ten years. During my time in France folks would ask me where I came from. When I said that I came from Colorado, my French friends would chuckle and say "Oh, like Doctor Quinn!"
Comfort Food Italian Style
I can't say I know a single person who doesn't adore Italian food! Who does not adore the smells of creamy tomato sauce, toasted garlic, and home baked bread? If anyone knows how to do comfort food, it's the Italians!
Press Release
Press release announcing our 20th year in business.
A Season of Thanks
Posted by Marge VanWoerkom on 10/18/2011
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A Season of Thanks
Ever since the 1800's, US citizens have commemorated Thanksgiving by duplicating the concept of the pilgrims and the Indians seated together for a pleasant meal. As nice as this vision of friendship may be, it is not reality. The saga of pilgrims and Indians was one of one-sided friendship.
Birth The Gift Of Life
A few days ago I received splendid news... I am going to be an auntie (again)! One of my lifelong friends just found out that she's expecting a baby and in about six months we will all be welcoming a infant baby into this world. The instant she broke the news to me I started thinking about a baby shower, welcome presents, and all the gadgets, diapers and garments that this Child is going to need.
Baskets by Rita Celebrates 19 years Serving Our Customers
Denver, CO -- 21 August 2007 – Since 1992 Baskets by Rita, a locally owned and operated business has given busy professionals the opportunity to send beautiful custom baskets with no more effort than picking up the phone or ordering from the web.
Mother's Day Gifts That Are Useful
Useful Mothers Day Gifts
Mother’s Day as we know it is a relatively recent holiday, though it is not a “Hallmark holiday” designed to sell more cards. There are a number of Mothering day or mommy-focused holidays in history like Mothering Day in the UK, Cybele in ancient Greece, or Mothering Sunday in much of Europe.
Mother’s Day was developed by Anna Jarvis in 1912. Mother’s day was specifically chosen to be a singular possessive meaning it was meant for each family to honor their mother, not plural possessive that would be used to commemorate all the mothers of the world. Following congressional passage, It was officially established on May 9, 1914 when president Woodrow Wilson made the official announcement proclaiming Mother’s day as a national holiday to be observed on the 2nd Sunday of May.
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