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This week we are going to see Yelp reviews of Lush, located at 3000 E 1st Ave, Ste 203, Denver, CO 80206. Lush believe in making effective products from fresh, organic fruit and vegetables, the finest essential oils and safe synthetics. They invent their own products and fragrances. They make them fresh by hand using little or no preservative or packaging, using only vegetarian ingredients, and tell you when they were made. They believe in buying ingredients only from companies that do not commission tests on animals and in testing our products on humans. They believe their products are good value, that they should make a profit and that the customer is always right.

Few of the top reviews are given below:

Claire from Denver, CO says, “All natural cosmetics, soaps, sprays, creams Heaven!!! Or should I say Haven! You must go here to try their all natural ingredients in their products!!!! It will do wonders to your skin and strays away from harsh chemicals. Your skin will thank you. Refreshing, glowing, rejuvenated! Madu will thank you! I totally recommend two products to try: peppercorn soap, this soap is perfect for the cold winter months. Moisturizers and the cool part keeps you warm, the peppercorn warms your skin after a shower. It's amazing!!!!! Cool effect! -all the face toners esp "A Breath of Fresh Air" These toners keep your face glowing, provides a cleansing effect under your skin/make up, allows pores to breathe. Honestly, without this ingenious product, I'd dry up!!! My pores have minimized, acne has disappeared and skin glows. It's somewhat pricey, varies. Customer service is so helpful and willing to keep you up to date on what their products are about. Great gift ideas inside too. Even some of their creams are edible!!!”

Chris from Denver, CO says, “I came here with my Sister for a free facial and consultation.  It was awesome! I learned a lot about my skin and what different products will do to my face.  Leslie helped me through the whole process and was very friendly! They sell a bunch of Men's products that are all amazing. I recommend this place for any dude who wants to have silky smooth skin, while you are there get some education on how to care for your skin! They sell lot's of cleansers and soap by the weight so you don't have to spend a lot to get what you want. They are also very friendly with giving away samples of item you'd like to try on your own terms. Great Place! will be back for that shaving lotion.”

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This week we are going to see Yelp reviews of Pride Auto Care, located at 8787 E Dry Creek Road, Englewood, CO 80112. Pride Auto Care Complete Car & Truck Repair & Maintenance Auto Services is a Colorado family-owned and operated complete automotive service center. They have served their south Denver Metro neighborhoods for over 20 years with honesty, integrity and the best car care you can find. There comes a time when you just have to plant both feet solidly on the floor and say out loud, “By goodness, these people are good, honest folk. They take great care of me and my ride! Other folks should know about them.”

Few of the top reviews are given below:

Avijit from Littleton, CO says, “Met a bunch of folks here including Vince, Phil and Chris. On a professional side they know how to win customers and how to make them happy. I went with my 2006 Hyundai Azera, having issues with Check Engine light on due to faulty break switch. The issue triggered a couple of more lights on the dash. My concerns were handled by these great guys with utmost care and overall I am greatly satisfied by their service and btw, with a fully synthetic oil change i was given a free tire rotation for no extra cost. Guess all of us like freebies. Thanks guys. I really appreciate your service.”

Mike from Littleton, CO says, “Finding a decent auto repair place is like finding a decent dentist - even if you like them, you hate using them. That said, I got tired of the incredibly poor & expensive service I received from a local Mazda dealer, so I went on a hunt for a decent auto repair place. Much to my surprise, there were a lot of very positive comments on several review sites about Pride Auto. So, off I went to give them a shot. First, the front counter & waiting area is clean & tidy - something a little rare with repair shops. Second, the staff were very helpful, listened intently to my descriptions, said how long the diagnostics & estimate would take to put together, & even gave me a ride to work! Next came the repairs. They gave me a cost estimate, said how long it would take, & they beat both. Yes, under-promise & over-deliver from an auto repair shop - how novel! I highly recommend Pride Auto, an honest to goodness good & honest auto repair shop. Vince & Phil will definitely treat you right.”

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This week we are going to see Yelp reviews of Englewood Camera & Photo, located at 5855 S Broadway, Littleton, CO 80121. From Digital to Darkroom Englewood Camera brings you, "Everything Photographic!" Free 2 hour class and free digital prints with camera purchase. Their experts take the time to assist you in making a confident decision on your next photographic purchase. Whether you are looking for a new or used camera, lenses, an accessory, professional quality photofinishing, student photography supplies or a collectable, Englewood Camera & Photo have the variety you are searching for.

Few of the top reviews are given below:

Emily from Sarasota, FL says, “This place was great, the staff was really nice and offered a bunch of different options on how to print your photos and have allot of amazing supplies at a great price.”

Randy from Littleton, CO says, “Just the best camera store I know of. Great cameras, lenses and more. I have purchased lenses, cameras, tripods and much more. They have great personal and friendly service, and good prices. A great location and business. I also referred them to a pro photographer and they did a great job liquidating his equipment. Trade-ins are very fair. Just a great store.”

Geoffrey from Denver, CO says, “Englewood Camera is a family owned business staffed with a very knowledgeable and helpful group of photo enthusiast. It is a pleasure working with sales people who are driven to get you into the correct gear based on your photographic interests and skill level. The support after the purchase is unsurpassed as you are welcomed in as part of the family! Truly a photographic oasis for every level of photographer. Thanks for being my go to resource.”

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This week we are going to see Yelp reviews of Cherry Cricket, located at 2641 E 2nd Ave., Denver, CO 80206. The term “legendary” is overused these days. But the Cherry Cricket lives up to the lofty classification and the revered reputation it holds as a bastion of classic neighborhood-bar culture. The Cherry Cricket’s clientele includes working stiffs, old schoolers and shoppers taking a break from chic hunting. It also welcomes a younger crowd, business lunchers, and families who savor the aforementioned “legendary” status of the Cricket.

Few of the top reviews are given below:

Ericka from Denver, CO says, “Love this place. Good food, great service, and lots of variety. Also, the restaurant knows how to move people in and out, so even if there is a line..it goes fast.”

Michelle from Aurora, CO says, “Just what I wanted. Eating no bread for a week and pretty much just salads I wanted a juicy burger. That's exactly what I got and medium rare with bacon and green chili strips. Yum. Great fries to boot. Place was crowded but the wait was not too long. No wonder this has been a Cherry Creek favorite for as long as it has. With all the new and fancy burger places this is one of my favorites.”

Victoria from Colorado Springs, CO says, “Probably one of the best (non-fast food) burgers I've ever had. The meat was juicy, flavorful and cooked to perfection. I had mine topped with Swiss, mushrooms, grilled onions and avocado. I stole some of my boyfriend's jalapenos later since they were pretty mild. It was one of those situations where you are full but you keep eating because it's that good! I ordered onion rings which were tasty as well. The service was cordial and fast. The building doesn't match the surroundings (JW Marriott, Hermes down the street) but that just adds to its charm. If you have time, go across the street to the Cherry Creek Mall and work up your appetite. You'll want to finish your burger! I would definitely recommend coming here if you want a great burger. Adam Richman (Man vs Food)  did good on this one...Guy Fieri (Diner's Drive Ins and Dives) is still on my $H^% list! =)”

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Let’s face it: moving is stressful for everyone involved and sometimes it’s hardest on the kids. Moving to a new neighborhood or even a new state means leaving your friends, maybe some family, and your familiar territory behind. For parents trying to help their kids make the adjustment, there are a few tips you can do to ease the anxiety. Here are a few of my favorites.

1) Let each child pick their new room and then help them personalize it. Every child has their own personality and this is a great opportunity to let them express that. This will take their mind off leaving their old room and house behind and focus on looking ahead.

2) While everything is still in boxes and disorganized, try camping out in the new house. Set up a tent in the living room, blow up air mattresses, and camp inside the house. This also works on the last night or two in the old house before you leave. Again, try to make the experience fun without focusing on the negative.

3) Explore, explore, and explore. In the first few days of moving, make sure that you make time as a family to explore your new surroundings. Try to find a new favorite pizza place or a new favorite ice cream shop. Make it an adventure or contest to see who can find the most fun places.

4) Routines! Nothing promotes stability and eases anxiety like routines and kids need them. If you have a standard bedtime routine, jump right into it as soon as possible. If you have a standard routine each morning getting ready for school or church on Sundays, make sure you stick with it. This will help the transition maybe more than anything else.

5) Open communication. This should go without saying, but sometimes in the busyness of moving, one can forget to stop and talk about what your child is thinking. If you notice that they have become unusually quiet over the first few days or weeks of the move, then chances are something is going on that you’ll need to address.

Finally, acceptance is the last step in making the transition. As parents, if we are having a hard time accepting the move, then you can bet the children will too. Make sure that you portray acceptance to your children and then help them to feel that way as well.

Dan Polimino is an Owner/Broker with Keller Williams Realty DTC. He can be reached at dan@coloradodreamhouse.com  and www.coloradodreamhouse.com/denverpost