The Broadmoor in-room magazine receives award

Photo Credit: The Broadmoor

The 2010-2011 Broadmoor in-room publication as produced by WiesnerMedia recently was recognized for excellence by the Custom Content marketing industry. The Custom Content Council Pearl Awards were announced in New York City last week.


I’m particularly proud of this award as the 2010-2011 Broadmoor in-room publication includes some really amazing writers and friends of mine (Linda Duval, Lois Friedland and Irene Thomas to name three). I’m also pleased that two of my articles are included too! “Fit for a Princess” is about “fairy tales come true on a family vacation to The Broadmoor” and “Start Your Engines” is about “getting behind the wheel of a true NASCAR-style stock car at Pikes Peak International Raceway.”

The 2010-2011 Broadmoor in-room publication, produced by WiesnerMedia, provides guests with information on the hotel, its services and amenities, local businesses, events, as well as dining and retail establishments off-site. The magazine is available in print and digital formats. Access the digital version here: http://thebroadmoor.digitalpubfor.me/

The historic Broadmoor is one of my favorite places to getaway with my family. Check it out -- family friendly, or romantic and everything in between, you'll find it all here at The Broadmoor.

Family friendly Golden Buffalo Bill's Days

PhotoCredit: Diana Rowe Kaydence's 1st Mutton Bustin' attempt 

Baby blue cotton candy, corn dogs swirled in mustard, fresh popped popcorn, twirling merry-go-rounds, chatter of carnies, cheers of crowds during demolition derby. Smell of 4H livestock – which I call the “smell of money.” With summer comes an abundance of county fairs and community gatherings. My first of many happy memories are of the Harrison County Fair in Missouri Valley, Iowa Summer is the best time to enjoy these festivals all across the country, including my own backyard at family friendly Golden Buffalo Bill's Days.

Yes, folks, hold on to your hats because the Harrison County Fair was THE biggest event in this small county. I saved my 25 cent allowance all summer too spend at this big all-day family and community event. From riding the merry-go-round to the sheer enjoyment of blue cotton candy and ring toss at the game section, it was a carnival but more than that with 4-H kids presenting their livestock and tractor pulls. 

The end of July in the nearby community of Golden, Colorado is another such gathering, Buffalo Bills Day. We made it a family event as my granddaughter participated in a time-honored tradition of Mutton Bustin’ – a rodeo event for kids ages 5-7, limited to 30-some participants. Instead of riding a bull for 8 seconds, kids wrap their arms around a sheep and hold on for dear life.  It’s a giggly fun event, and my granddaughter was very disappointed that she didn’t win the big prize. But she was quite proud of her trophy -- and we were proud of her too!

After the mutton bustin’, we walked along Clear Creek toward the rest of the festivities: car show, vendors, carnival rides, corn dogs and beer. What a fun afternoon! We finished off the day by kicking back and listening to the band – and dancing!  I look forward to returning with the family next year.