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February edition of Erin Lassahn Photography’s Five Favorite things featuring beauty finds, recipes, books, clothing and more!

5 Favorite Things – Erin Lassahn Photography

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It’s almost February, and love is in the air! With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, it’s time to start making plans for a date night with your sweetie. But if you’re a foodie like me, you don’t just want a mediocre spot – you want romantic ambiance and an amazing culinary experience.

Best Denver Restaurants for a Romantic Date Night

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January edition of Erin Lassahn Photography’s Five Favorite things featuring selected recipe, book, clothing and event recommendations!

5 Favorite Things – Erin Lassahn Photography

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Snow days are so much fun in the winter months! There’s nothing like waking up early with the boys and sharing their excitement when we hear that schools are closed for the day. But sometimes, we’re looking for things to do!

Indoor and Outdoor Snow Day Activities for Kids

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At our house, the holidays just aren’t complete without…cookies! In fact, since the boys were young, I’ve realized that the entire week leading up to Christmas is just one continuous sugar high! There are the treats at school parties, goodies arriving in the mail from friends and family, and of course lots of cookie baking at home! So, I’ve just learned to embrace it!

My Favorite Holiday Cookies

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As the temperatures start to dip and leaves begin to fall, there’s nothing like cozying up with a seasonal beverage. Whether you’re looking for something to help warm you up on a chilly autumn evening or a flavorful cocktail to share on Thanksgiving, I’ve got you covered here! I’ve even included some fun mocktails for […]

Fun and Festive Fall Beverages

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You met your significant other. You fell in love. You proposed. And now you’ve decided to elope in the Colorado mountains. Congratulations!! This is such an exciting time for you and your soon-to-be spouse, and you’ve likely thought of every detail – the location, the dress, the flowers, the photographer. But now that the ceremony […]

Where to Celebrate After Your Colorado Elopement

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As many of you know, I am a mom to twin boys who are 9 years old now, and while they have pretty healthy appetites these days, I still deal with a somewhat picky eater, and have learned a few parenting tricks over the years when it comes to mealtime. And the best trick in […]

Kid Tested Back to School Lunch Ideas

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Springs days are number, the last days of school are upon us, and the weather is hot! If you’re looking for some fun things to do in between beach trips and vacations this summer, I’ve got you covered with lots of ideas in each of my photography locations – Colorado, Florida, and the DC metro […]

5 Fun Things to Do with Your Family This Summer

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The Ellie Caulkins Opera House is far, far away from the reindeer herding community where he spent time while growing up in Finland. Yet that’s where Ari Pelto spends most of his days as the Music Director of Opera Colorado, preparing for the final two productions of their 39th season. He’s been busy directing Opera […]

Ari Pelto- Music Director Brand Session – Opera Colorado

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