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Variegated Plants

Various houseplants with differently shaped leaves in textured pots are grouped together, displayed in a well-lit indoor setting.

Variegated plants are hard to resist with their strikingly colorful leaves. Patterns are created in stripes, speckles, dots, and delicately trimmed edges. There are so many different colors and patterns, it’s hard to choose among them. There’s no limit to how many designs you might select for houseplants, but you will need to be more […]

Many Giving a Little Helps a Lot

Two people outdoors wearing blue jackets with "CYLC" logos, smiling at the camera. One holds a red cup. Greenery and a structure are in the background.

Many people giving a little to help a lot is key to the philanthropic efforts of electric cooperatives across Colorado. Each of the 22 electric co-ops in Colorado has some type of charitable giving program that best matches the geographic area and membership needs, co-op communication managers said. The founding mission of electric cooperatives was […]

Hut Trips with Kids

Group of people in winter clothing pose in front of a log cabin named "Fran's Cabin," surrounded by snow and trees.

Like many new parents, when our friend clan started procreating, we kept right on doing what we did before being saddled with children. Foremost come winter: going on hut trips, where the whole family skis into a cozy cabin with all the creature comforts. Luckily, Colorado is blessed with a bounty of such abodes. Their […]

A Savory Way to Start Holiday Celebrations

Three cheese balls coated with chopped cranberries and nuts, seeds, and parsley, arranged on a white plate.

These Savory Cheese Balls are not only simple to make but perfect for any holiday gathering or celebration. They’re colorful, flavorful, fun to create, and even more enjoyable to dive in to. Texture and color are the name of the game with this recipe. The result is a beautiful array of red, gold, and green, […]

Sparky – The Adventure of the Colorado Electric Co-op Elf on the Shelf

Elf doll leaning against a wooden pole, with a utility truck and power lines in the background.

’Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse. Except for dear Sparky, our Elf on the Shelf — He was sneaking and spying, outdoing himself. See, Sparky was given a task for the year To visit the co-ops and bring silly cheer. He flew […]