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From Seattle to Cheyenne

This month, I’ve been reminiscing about my entrance into the CBS broadcasting world. That happened about a year ago. Since habitats are important, my first order of business was to consider what I wanted to come home to when I became a reporter/anchor at NewsChannel 5. I thought, “Do I want an elegant living room?” “Or, would I be happier with a …

Spring Fashion Throwbacks

Timeless Spring Style

It’s official. According to the calendar, spring has arrived! So regardless of whether your weather agrees, we can all start thinking about what to wear as our winter clothes migrate to the back of the closet. In honor of the first day of spring, I’m dusting off my still-fashionable fair-weather frocks. Whether tiptoeing through the tulips or enjoying a lunch …

The Governor’s Arts Award Goes To…

The incredible Leslie O’Hashi, owner of Bodyline Dance Theatre. Leslie is one of the first people I met upon moving to Wyoming almost a year ago to work as an anchor/reporter for CBS NewsChannel 5. I heard about Leslie when she lost her grant for a dance program that miraculously helped kids with disabilities. Right then, I decided that one …

The Scarf is Your BFF in Winter

If you regularly brave variable winter weather, you know a scarf is the must-have accessory. I learned this tip by moving to Wyoming, the land of gyrating barometers. We have can endure a blizzard one day and enjoy tropical weather the next. My survival tactic is providing a permanent spot in my car for a scarf. My love affair with …

May the Year 2018 Shine Bright for You

One of the reasons why I love walking the lighted paths of Denver’s Botanic Gardens during the holidays is that every step is a total surprise. You never know what visual delight is right around the corner, even if you’ve planned out every single step… And that is like life! If someone had told me that I’d be moving to …

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Home for the Holidays

For as long as I can remember, I have been home in Seattle for the holidays enjoying our trademark Cahoon traditions. These include joining the happy throngs celebrating nightly at Snowflake Lane. enjoying Christmas dinner at the stunning, historic Fairmont Olympic, riding the downtown carousal,   sipping hot chocolate while wandering in and out of the vendors at Pike Place …

Fashion Flashback to the 80s in 2017

Tassel earrings and bandanas…style reminiscent of the 80’s is back and, hopefully, here to stay for a while. In true flashback fashion, nothing I’m wearing is new…however, it’s still on-trend. Here are similar pieces you can buy now. </p

Happy Almost-Halloween

This holiday has always been one of my absolute favorites…from baking ghost cookies for the neighborhood, to dressing up, and attending parties. I’ve loved it all since I was a little kid. So, I decided to chat with little kids in my community about what they enjoy most about this holiday. If you look closely at this CBS feature, you …

My Journey in Winning DWTS of Cheyenne

For years, I have been a fan of both Dancing with the Stars and Boys & Girls Clubs. So, when I was asked to help raise funds for our local club by competing in DWTS of Cheyenne, the answer was an instant, “Yes!” While working as an anchor/reporter for CBS NewsChannel 5, I have had the privilege of meeting the …

FALLback Fashions

With autumn sneaking up on us, my thoughts have been turning to crisp days, sweaters, and vibrant falling leaves. This is in spite of the weather at my new Wyoming home. September here feels like summer will never end. The benefit of these warm days and clear skies is that I can continue bringing out my sunny fashions while anticipating …

Greatest Solar Eclipse Show in Almost a Century

Casper, Wyoming, officials estimate tens of thousands of visitors could descend on the city on Monday, August 21st, to view the solar eclipse—when the moon will cross over the sun, causing more than two minutes of darkness in the late morning. Hotels are booked solid with travelers coming from around the world and claiming their spots at viewing sites. Homes …

The Makeup Palette I’m In Love With

There’s a reason why the Too Faced Love palette has the word “love” in it. I instantly fell in love with this versatile product. The hues are so compatible they can be combined in an almost-infinite variety of ways. Here’s one of my favorite looks, and how you can recreate it: First, use a fluffy brush to apply the cream …

Cheyenne Frontier Days—Ten Days of Non-Stop Excitement

Every year, during the last ten days of July, Wyoming hosts Cheyenne Frontier Days (CFD), the world’s largest rodeo. This celebration of America’s Wild West has been a tradition since 1897, when William “Buffalo Bill” Coty was a popular performer… and Harry Longabaugh was becoming the Sundance Kid. If you plan to join the 200,000 participating in this nostalgic look …

Denver ComiCon. It’s a Wrap!

Comic fans were so excited about Cheyenne’s Comi Con, that CBS NewsChannel 5 sent me to cover the Denver Comic Con as well. And since these two cities are so close to each other, a lot of locals got two servings of cosplay. Lou Ferrigno, the title character from The Incredible Hulk, also attended both events. In Denver, the first …

These Pirates Told Tales

According to Variety, “ Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales” exceeded $500 mil at the global box office in early June. In honor of this, I’m taking us back to the real pirates of the Pacific. They hid out in the Sea of Cortez, and stashed their treasures in the cave at Cabo. To them, this was …