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The Elevated Edit – October 2026

Dear Reader, Let’s talk about hat etiquette. It’s that time of year and where I come from, in Texas (regarding western hats), we would follow the traditional rule of wearing felt from Labor Day to Memorial Day where we would break out the straw. There’s an old saying that the old guard still goes by:…

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The Elevated Edit – September 2026

Oh, Dear Readers, have I got an opportunity for you! I think you already know how much Mrs. A loves a party; well, let’s talk about getting together with our neighbors this month! National Good Neighbor Day is September 28. An annual United States observance, it encourages people to connect with the people living around…

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The Elevated Edit – August 2026

Dear Reader, It’s that time of the year, back to school. And we must talk… You may not live on Castle Pines Parkway, but there is a very serious matter we need to discuss. The construction crews are still finishing work in front of Timber Trail Elementary and the kids are getting ready to return…

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The Elevated Edit – July 2026

Dear Readers, It’s an exciting time in our country and our state. We are celebrating the sesquicentennial (150 years) of Colorado, and the semiquincentennial (250 years) of the United States of America. It is the perfect time to revisit flag etiquette, especially regarding our beloved Stars and Stripes. The United States Flag Code hasn’t changed…

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The Elevated Edit – June 2026

Dear Reader, Last month we visited about graduation gifts, and I finished my column with “Oh, and I still believe the gift should remain unworn, unopened or unused until the thank you is sent!” And I stand by my sentiment. But I heard from a few of you this month asking what to do if…

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The Elevated Edit – April 2026

Dear Readers, Easter is right around the corner and the old school fashion dictates would have you believe that you can START wearing white! Historically, Easter was a major church and social debut moment when people wore new spring outfits and Easter bonnets. In traditional fashion etiquette, Easter symbolized the beginning of the spring social…

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