This review is in honor of our service men and women who are serving, have served and to those who…read morehave given their all, sacrificing their very life. Thank you for your brave service! Happy 4th of July (2022)!! There's plenty of parking out front at Springhill Park. One spot is reserved for the Combat Wounded visitor. There's also a restroom at the far end of the parking lot where the entrance is. Not too far, but far enough away from there is a picnic area. As I got out of the car, I first noticed the Gold Star Families Memorial Monument. It consists of four pieces and between two pieces is a soldier saluting in the negative space. It is so cool! Civilians tend to forget that there are families surrounding the fallen soldiers who have to carry on without their loved ones. It's so fitting that this memorial also includes them. Then I surveyed the rest of the memorial and was awestruck. The glass wall with so many names etched on it. There are about 6,000 who've been killed in action since Colorado became a state! The last panel is facing a different direction and on that panel are the names of those Missing In Action. The slanted glass panels are quite striking. There's a narrow channel of water in front. From what I read online, the glass is to represent the Rocky Mountains. This memorial is specifically to honor those Coloradans who gave their lives. On site, there is a box with a binder with all the names (in alphabetical order) and the location where you can find them on the glass wall. There are flags from each branch of the US Military are flying on the flag poles! Since July 4th is almost here, there are American flags lining the walkway. To the left, in reddish stone, maybe marble or granite, are 8 columns. Each one has the name of a country where soldiers were lost and laid to rest... Belgium, England, France, Italy, Luxembourg, The Netherlands, The Philippines, and Tunisia. Some soil was taken from various soldiers' gravesites there and brought here. Thus the words "From Hallowed Ground To Home's Embrace". I appreciate the attention to detail and planning that went into creating this special place. Come take a moment to visit with gratitude for their sacrifice for our freedom because they were so brave.

The Colorado Freedom Memorial is a place where friends and family of Colorado based members of the…read moreUS military can go to remember those who have fallen in battle. All the names are etched in the beautiful glass artwork along with other artwork that depicts each battle or war. Along with the American and Colorado flag, each branch of the military has a their flag represented, I even saw one of the newly formed Space Force. A nice place to go for quiet reflection.

We were celebrating Chinese New Year when we saw this memorial from across the parking lot…read more Curious, we walked to examine it. It's a small but beautiful memorial to those who lost their lives whilst in the pursuit of freedom during the Vietnam War. The flags of both the United States and Vietnam fly above the memorial and is built into the brick display. There is a carved urn with fierce lion faces on it. The urn looks like it could be a prayer urn where joss sticks can be placed after a ceremony. There is a section with the names of the benefactors of the memorial. Two carved figures of soldiers sit atop the memorial and watch over everyone in the vicinity. It is a simple memorial but still stirs the soul.

The Town of Parker is growing rapidly, so the best time for a non-congested walk down MainStreet is…read moremidday on a weekday when there are no events. I was able to enjoy a leisurely stroll, without feeling rushed (but only to mind the 2 hour parking limit). MainStreet parking can be a challenge so try and venture to the lots or Pikes Peak. The downtown area is kept very clean and I was impressed that city maintenance was steam cleaning the side walks. Like growth, change is inevitable, but it is nice to see the landmarks still have their place in town.

The pluses: + Nice…read moreand clean building + Friendly staff + Free Wi-Fi. You do have to ask for the code from the person sitting at the front desk (for a lack of better terms). Said person will give you the code and it is valid for 6 hours. + Parking lot is huge + It is right next to the PACE center which I would love to see The Minuses: - Really the only downfall is the drive since I live & work on the west side of town. Other than that, no complaints.

Denver -- where the mountains meet the mile-high attitude and everyone's secretly training for a…read moremarathon (or at least jogging to catch the bus). I came for the views, stayed for the craft beer, and left wondering how so many people can own both a yoga mat and a fancy hiking backpack but still look slightly confused about which one to use. The weather? Oh, it's like a box of chocolates -- you never know if you'll get sun, snow, or a surprise wind tunnel all in one afternoon. Pro tip: always carry sunglasses, sunscreen, and a snow shovel. Just in case. Food scene? It's a foodie's dream. From green chili that could wake the dead to vegan tacos that taste like a party in your mouth, Denver's got it all. Just don't ask a local where to park--they'll give you the most scenic 20-minute walk you've ever had. Public transit is... let's say "quirky." The buses and light rails run on their own schedule, which seems based on planetary alignment rather than any earthly timetable. But hey, it gives you time to appreciate the city's art and that friendly Denver smile (or is that just from the altitude?). Overall, Denver is a city that wears its quirks proudly. It's outdoorsy but laid-back, trendy but unpretentious, and has enough craft breweries to keep you busy for a lifetime. Just remember to pace yourself -- the altitude hits different. Five stars for the vibes, three stars for my confused legs.

Wonderful city and people in it! However, homelessness is…read moreabundant. Homeless folks everywhere and are smelly and dirty. City is trying pretty hard to solve the problem but nobody knows how. They're throwing various things at the wall to see what sticks at the taxpayer's expense and actual results are weak. They're still everywhere. Don't get me wrong, homelessness is generally not a chosen "lifestyle" and a lot of it is not a simple drugs/alcohol/mental health problem but an economic problem instead. Taxpayers foot the bill for drugs/alcohol/mental health rehabilitation programs (which is definitely needed) but in turn hard working people are taxed to the max and are priced out of their homes/apartments and become homeless themselves, then turn to City/County/State for help and use taxpayers money to get subsidies, which in turn raises taxes on the next group of taxpayers, and so on and so forth...

This is a beautiful old building and they offer free tours which I highly recommend. Our tour…read moreguide was excellent. To date, we have toured seven different state capitol buildings around the country and have taken a tour in each of them. I would rank this tour very highly. There are a fair number of stairs and walking on the tour so if stairs, walking, or the elevation is a concern, use the elevator during your visit or on the tour. The building is worth visiting to see the marble alone. It is everywhere and it is gorgeous. One of the highlights of the tour was going to the top of the building. There are many, many stairs to take (90? 99? I cannot recall) to get there so keep that in mind. But if you reach the top, you will be rewarded with amazing 360 degree views in all directions. Well worth a visit!

Informative tour guide. James. Loads of information. Saw many artifacts and senate and houseread more

Other reviews have mentioned the history of the tower so I won't waste time on that…read more This is an event space that is leased out to Discover Historic Denver for tours during times there are no events booked. Floors 2-16 are businesses and 17-20 are where the tours happen. My reservation was at 10am on a Friday and I was the only one there for my entire self guided tour. The two observation decks provide beautiful views of the city and each of the two event spaces is decorated in a way that matches the vibe of the building. I got a discount on the entry fee by booking a separate tour through the same non-profit.

The tower is at the corner of the 16th was the Daniel & Fisher Dept Store in 1910 & then a…read morecabarate. It was designed by Sterner & modeled after The Campanile in Venice, Italy. The 20-floor clock tower has clock faces on all 4 sides. May Company purchased Daniels & Fisher in 1958, and the store vacated the tower. Now it is residential & office space with ghost tours meeting in front. After dark a light show was projected onto the sides of the building.

Part of the Englewood area, this is another safe, fun and polite area to live off of Colorado…read moreSprings exit 1A just to the left direction. My boyfriend actually lived in Centennial for 10+ years and the neighborhood where he resides is stunning. The commute is a little drive, but the arrival is worth it. Lots to do, good community, less crime. The movie theaters are clean, from my experience. There are lots of wonderful schools if you want to enroll your child, friendly dog parks and honest people. There are hardly any distractions like factories and awful smells like the opposite side of town such as I-70 W towards Denver.

Big fan of my city. Well run. Low taxes. Fiber internet ring through the city for business and homesread more

've been a member of this community for over 10 years, and the post office is only one block from…read moremy house. I've always enjoyed walking there and building great relationships with the staff and clerks. Our former clerk, John, was amazing, absolutely superb, and he is greatly missed. Unfortunately, since John retired, my experiences with the new clerk have been increasingly negative. I have tried to be extremely patient and understanding, but today's experience was completely unacceptable. I frequently send packages to my Marine son and his wife, who are stationed in Okinawa. Every time I bring in one of these packages, the clerk (James) openly complains about having to process it. He regularly states, loudly and in front of me, how much he hates dealing with these packages and how frustrating the system is. He has also repeatedly tried to direct me to the main post office, which would require me to drive approximately 25 minutes out of my way. Today, I arrived about 30 minutes before the post office opened and waited. The clerk arrived approximately five minutes late. When he saw me, he rolled his eyes and commented, "Oh, not another international package." After spending approximately 15-20 minutes struggling with the system, he stated that he couldn't process the package. I calmly pointed out that this happens nearly every time I come in and suggested that perhaps he could contact the main office and ask for additional training or assistance with the system. At that point, he became enraged. He began yelling and shouting at me and then took the package intended for my Marine son and threw it down on the table. I understand that he may have been frustrated with the system, but that is absolutely no way to treat a customer. Nor is it appropriate to handle a customer's package that way. Processing mail is part of the job, and after approximately a year and a half in this position, it seems reasonable to seek assistance or additional training if the system continues to be a problem. I also know that I cannot be the only person in our community mailing international or APO/military packages. He continued yelling at me as I left the post office crying. I cannot believe that a USPS clerk would treat a customer this way or show such disrespect toward a customer's mail, particularly a package being sent to a Marine stationed overseas. What makes this especially disappointing is that I genuinely love our small neighborhood post office, and I am grateful that we still have one in our community. I know that smaller post offices are increasingly at risk of being consolidated or phased out, which is one of the reasons I have intentionally refrained from making complaints since John retired. I want to support our local post office and see it remain part of our neighborhood. However, today's behavior crossed a line. After trying to be patient for a very long time, I can no longer overlook repeated rudeness, hostility toward customers, unwillingness to properly handle routine postal services, and, most importantly, today's yelling and disrespectful handling of my son's package. Our community deserves a postmaster who cares about the people he serves and takes pride in the responsibility that comes with the position. Unfortunately, that has not been my experience with the current postmaster. Today's incident was an absolute disappointment. Update: Later this afternoon, I spoke in person with the postmaster of Westminster, and he was very kind, supportive, and helpful. Apparently, and unfortunately, my experience is not an outlier. I support the USPS and their services. The majority are lovely, and not like James.

Always great Fast, friendly and busy…read moreThank you always keep up the good work . You are awesome