Life + Culture

The Thoughtful Escape: Summer Books That Shape Who You Become

Summer Books That Shape Who You Become Article by Jahna Eichel There’s something powerful about choosing what we let into our lives—how we spend our time, what we focus on, and where we place our energy. In a world that constantly pushes us to do more, faster, summer offers a rare chance to slow down, reflect, and reset. Reading for self-development isn’t just about gathering information—it’s about realignment. It’s about finding calm in the middle of ambition, and remembering that growth...

Life + Culture

Four Paws, One Purpose: The Lives of Guide Dogs

Article by By Kathleen Martin, Elevations Credit Union People make many matches in their lives: romantic partners, workplaces, and friends. But the match between a guide dog and the person they serve is especially rare and intense. “The connection transcends family — transcends everything,” said Ellie Carlson, founder of Canines and Canes LLC. “There’s no other role in the human world like it." The closeness comes from the time the pair spend together, as well as the depth of vulnerability...

Health + Wellness

Gentle Dental for Fort Collins’ Furry Faces

A look inside the powerhouse of women redefining veterinary dental care in Fort Collins Article and Photography by There’s a quiet hum of compassion and precision just south of Harmony Road in Fort Collins, where Animal Dental Care & Oral Surgery has made its home. Inside their thoughtfully designed clinic, pets receive not only advanced dental treatment but also the kind of empathy and meticulous care that’s hard to put into words. For the team here, the mission is simple: provide...

Beauty

The Modern Pursuit of Vitality

How Fort Collins Men Are Reclaiming Youth at Xanadu Med Spa Article and Photography by A quiet revolution is underway in Fort Collins. You won’t find it in the gym or on a trailhead—but rather behind the doors of a polished medical spa. At Xanadu Med Spa, the modern man isn’t chasing vanity—he’s investing in longevity. With a refined approach to wellness, performance, and appearance, more men are turning toward advanced medical aesthetics as part of their total vitality protocol. Their goals...