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Proteins + Veggies + Dietary Fat = Health
Jolie Ensign, nutritionist with Habit, recommends that you keep a journal about the foods you eat, not to count calories, but to observe how foods make you feel mentally and physically.
4th of July in Durango
Durango has unfortunately cancelled fireworks display and 4th of July parade. But that doesn’t mean celebrating US independence is cancelled! But if you are willing to drive a bit, Farmington will have their display tonight. July 3, 2020 9:25 p.m. – Fireworks Display Fireworks set off from Sullivan Hill, simulcast on KWYK 94.9 FM. Sullivan Hill is west of the intersection of College Blvd. and 30th Street. Please note, San...
Workplace Safety and Health Concerns and Paid Sick Leave a Right for All Amid COVID-19
On average, 112 occupational deaths occur in Colorado annually, and thousands of workers are injured or become sick from work-related exposure, according to the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment. As businesses prepare to reopen, Durango’s face-covering order has been extended indefinitely to curb the second wave of the coronavirus outbreak. Meanwhile, Democrat lawmakers emphasize that protecting essential...
US Stock Market Enters Parabolic Price Move – Be Prepared, Part II
In the first part of this research article, we briefly discussed the recent price and global economic events related to the 2018 to 2020 US stock market volatility and the COVID-19 virus event. The premise of this research post was to highlight the current upside parabolic price trend that initiated shortly after the 2015~16 US election cycle event. It is almost impossible to look at the NAS100 chart, below, and not see the dramatic...
HP & Me – Intimidation
Welcome to this week’s edition of H.P. and Me! On to Season 2. As we grow older and wiser we realize that intimidation and bellicose behavior never works When we have high values and ethics in our little corner of the world we are available to take the higher path and be touched by our Divine essence, the living beauty that unfolds slowly, gently from the heart that carries luminescence sparks that are resilient. We continue to...
A broken uptrend in a key government bond yield could be a bad omen for stocks
Yield on benchmark 10-year Treasury and the S&P 500 have been mostly in sync this year, so a breakdown in one suggests the other is likely to follow. So much for the V-shaped recovery. The yield on the benchmark 10-year Treasury note TMUBMUSD10Y, 0.625% just broke below a rising trend line, to suggest the uptrend off the COVID-19 low in early March has ended. That uptrend in rates was significant for both Main Street and Wall...
Bailey’s Bits
Bailey’s Bits “The love of a family is life’s greatest blessing.” Life Lessons Learned from Hanging out at RE/MAX Pinnacle Meet Mary, Bailey and Charles at https://homesindurango.com/about-charles-mary
Trump hints at ‘generous’ second coronavirus stimulus check. Here’s how much you could get
President Trump signaled Monday that he’s open to a second stimulus check for Americans still reeling financially from the coronavirus pandemic and the related economic lockdown. Asked during an interview by Scripps reporter Joe St. George whether he plans to give another cash payment to some Americans, Trump said: “Yeah we are. We are.” “We will be doing another stimulus package,” he added....
US Stock Market Enters Parabolic Price Move – Be Prepared, Part I
After the recent COVID-19 virus event and the global market concerns that will warrant caution for skilled traders and investors, the US stock markets have entered an upside parabolic trend that will likely end with a massive price collapse – extremely volatile and aggressive in nature. Our research team continues to warn of the unpredictable nature of the current price rally and the fact that the upside parabolic price trend appears...
Our Lovely Local Animas River
One of our favorite features about Durango is the Animas River, as it runs through the middle of town. For years, this river has provided a variety of outdoor adventures. According to this article on the Duranglers website, “The Animas River is the major stream draining the high alpine terrain of the Needle Mountains. It heads in small meadows on the flanks of Cinnamon Mountain north of Silverton, then plunges through wild canyons as...
Virtual 360 Tour! Executive Masterpiece!
Spectacular executive home on 5 acres with mountain, pond and some Lake Nighthorse views. Horses are allowed and the land is all usable. Dramatic great room with tongue and groove vaulted ceiling and a magificent stone fireplace. The open concept kitchen features granite countertops, custom designed cabinets, built in refrigerator, wine fridge, a very large breakfast bar and lots of windows for plenty of natural light. Check out the...
Hottest day ever recorded north of the Arctic Circle; reached 100.4 F; 80 years faster than expected
Even if a small fraction of the Arctic seafloor carbon is released to the atmosphere, we’re fucked. Climatologist Dr. Jason Box, Geological Survey of Denmark and Greenland We all have our hands full at the moment, with multiple catastrophes occurring at once. Before scrolling past the headline of this diary, I implore you to explore this diary, as the vigil we keep over the climate crisis has accelerated beyond our wildest...
In pictures: Rare solar eclipse darkens Asia on the summer solstice
Skywatchers in parts of West Africa, the Arabian Peninsula, South Asia, southern China and Taiwan have been treated to a dramatic solar eclipse. Photographers have taken photos of the annular eclipse – also known as a ring of fire – where the moon passes between the Earth and the Sun, leaving just a thin ring of light visible. This eclipse coincided with the summer solstice – the northern hemisphere’s longest...
CAR Numbers May 2020
This week, we have the latest real estate numbers for La Plata County for the month of May. The below charts show a detailed breakdown of several market segments in La Plata County, showing La Plata County as a whole, Durango In Town, Durango Rural, Bayfield In Town, Bayfield Rural, Ignacio In Town, Ignacio Rural, Vallecito, and Durango Mountain Area. These charts indicate the statistics and key metrics for single family homes and...
Lake Powell
Each week we feature a lifestyle blog on activities in and around Durango. This week, our feature is not on a Durango activity, but It’s a local favorite place to visit: Lake Powell. Many of us venture to Lake Powell throughout the year—whether for fishing, hiking, or boating and water activities, there is a plethora of adventure. Best of all, the lake is open now! Lake Powell is over 2,000 miles of shoreline and is about 186 miles...
A Reminder that Durango’s Face-Covering Order has been Extended Indefinitely
The city of Durango extended its mandatory face-covering order indefinitely in response to the coronavirus pandemic. On Tuesday, June 16th, Durango City Council voted unanimously to extend the order, which had been scheduled to end Friday. Face coverings have been hotly debated locally and nationally. Councilors made the decision after considering public input, business needs, tourism concerns and the most recent research available...
HP & Me – A Gift From God
Welcome to this week’s edition of H.P. and Me! Life can really be a roller coaster until we find the ‘ocean of peace’ in this moment. That is when we give our self to the inner retreat, our place of being where we nourish ourselves by the ‘Peace’ that God brings. We overcome depression and limitation by learning how to expand our consciousness through new heights, breaths, depths, and lengths that come with the visualization of...
Bailey’s Bits
Bailey’s Bits “In my defense, I was left unsupervised.” Life Lessons Learned from Hanging out at RE/MAX Pinnacle Meet Bailey at https://homesindurango.com/meet-bailey
Virtual 360 Tour! Mountain Dream Catcher!
This is a dream home come true! This beautifully maintained home is nestled on a 1 acre lot in the tall pines. Walls of windows bring the outdoors in and provide an abundance of natural light. This open concept design boasts a spacious family room with a soaring vaulted/cathedral ceiling, a gas fireplace and gorgeous laminate wood floors. The light and bright kitchen is open to the family room and has a large breakfast bar which is...
Durango Planning E-Bike Trial At Twin Buttes
At the end of June, the city of Durango will allow pedal-assist electric bikes on 10 miles of trails at Twin Buttes Open Space. Although this one-year trial is the second of its kind in Durango, it’s the first time e-bikes will have been allowed on natural trails. Durango City Council gave Parks and Recreation the go-ahead for the project at a recent City Council meeting. Important preparations The trial will only permit Class One...
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