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letter from the editor by Judith B. Taylor Anniversaries can bring back many different memories. In this issue we celebrate the second anniversary of DENVER WOMAN. To say time flies is an understatement. Having been a part of the community of Denver women for at least 25 years, I find it especially heartening to see DENVER WOMAN become a strong and supportive voice in our city.
Subscribe and read more about these and other features in the current issue. February/March 2008 Features:
Profile: (On The Cover) AN ANCHOR WITH A CONSCIENCE - TV journalist Tamara Banks strives to be a voice for the voiceless For Tamara Banks, reporting the news is about much more than looking great on the airwaves. Granted, her natural beauty makes her a standout, but it’s her energy, her zest for life, her dedication to righting the wrongs that separate her from the pack... (read more)

Up Front: A WORK OF ART - Cheryl and Bob Akright showcase their collections in a downtown loft Picture a downtown loft in one of Denver’s up-andcoming areas. Put that same loft in an historic building, and add towering banks of windows on three sides of the space. Now cover the concrete walls with fascinating pieces of art, and sprinkle in an eclectic assortment of furnishings. Is the furniture art, or is it the background to a museum-like setting... (read more)

Family Issues: RETHINKING DOING IT ALL - Women look for balance in their lives There’s an old song that touts how a woman can bring home the bacon, fry it up in the pan and never let her significant other forget he’s a man. More than ever before, women can, and want to do it all — career, marriage, motherhood, friendships and maybe some time for themselves. Can it all really be done, and should we even be trying so hard... (read more)

Dollars & Sense: MAKING THE MOST OF YOUR MONEY - When is a bargain really a bargain? If you are like the majority of shoppers, you like the thought of getting the most for your consumer dollars. This is especially true when it comes to household items and foods that are consumed daily. For many families this can mean monthly, weekly or daily trips to grocery markets — coupons in hand — or to discount clubs or membership warehouse clubs that hold the allure of... (read more)

Role Model: FUND-RAISER, ELECTRONIC JOURNALIST - Role Model Shelby Holliday sets an impressive example Her enthusiasm is contagious. Her commitment to the new way of doing journalism is infectious. For Shelby Holliday, off to a quick start in her areas of interest — business and journalism — life presents all sorts of exciting opportunities, and she is glad to show others how to maximize their opportunities... (read more)

Travel: DODGE THE WINTER DOLDRUMS IN DENVER - Enjoy a mini-vacation without leaving town Winter doldrums got you down? Have you run out of time or money to travel to exotic Fiji or Cabo San Lucas? Take heart. Plan a micro-vacation right in Denver. Forty-eight or even 36 hours are ample time for a complete change of pace, combining relaxation and stimulation in a never-to-be-forgotten getaway... (read more)