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I am really getting concerned now....X-C ski trainers are not allowed on the roads (what about some of us who walk/jog/run the road at times w/ dogs O-My, who may have to poooo???? are we going to get hauled in?,,,,think about it folks, please.) That is the CU Ski Team or LERT training, I am pretty sure...why else would they do it. We are getting so possesive of "the State of Colorado's roadways". I have lived in JimTown for 30+ years and accepted the fact that we are blessed to live here and am not surprised that it is a destination for allot of people....Connie Carpenter wanabees (in spandex) ski trainers...up-hill is better exercise than down....joggers w/dogs etc. Harley riders...nananana..nobody talks about the Mtn Bike Trails that have been accessed.... It was not a big problem until this past year or so. I don't know what changed....(QT?...forum to bitch and moan...?) I moved up here to get away from the Boulder mentality...not relocate it. I know allot of riders who cruise our/their state's roadways and suggest that they mind their manners 'cause there are "Hillbillies" up here who aren't always nice. For the record...I proudly refer to myself as a JimTown Hillbilly. I have to believe that our state and federal government have bigger fish to fry than these issues. It's your/our/my tax dollars that pay for "all the BS" can't we move on to more important issues now? The QT has provided us with a forum and hopefully a progressibe focus...not just a "gossip/bitch venue" which is a waste of everybody's time. God Bless..........I love JimTown and it's commUNITY!

I ordered 100 of these magnets for everyone to put on their frig so you don't have to go paging through the QT to get emergency phone numbers. They should be here next week, and I will carry them with me, so grab me if you want one. I am happily accepting spare change donations because although yes, they advertise my business, I wanted them to look cool and really can't afford them, as they cost about $2 apiece.

frig magnets

We are ALL invited to Gold Hill School's annual FUNdraiser:

!!! FALL FIESTA !!!
Sunday, November 15th
5-10 p.m. at Gold Hill Inn

Featuring...a delicious Mexican BUFFET dinner (pick your seating time @ 5, 5:30, 6, or 6:30 p.m.), a tremendous SILENT AUCTION with great items from many local places (bidding 5-8 p.m.), and LIVE MUSIC by the Mary Russell Band (8-10 p.m.)!

Tickets are only $10/adult or $5/child and are available by calling me at (3o3) 545-55o2 or by e-mailing goldhillfallfiesta@yahoo.com

Come dance, eat, bid, and support our neighboring small mountain school!

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I just wanted to apologize for my evil twin's abusive use of her excessively erudite vocabulary - "vitriolic histrionics" was a little over the top. :-) She will be disciplined severely by requiring her to read text messages like "LOL, r u still my BFF? C u 2 nite".

Peace - I had my little hissy fit - just had to get it off my chest. And I appreciate the very civil tone of most of today's posts. I'll get off my high horse now.

Our doggies are now home safe and sound. Found Angel up by our old place (thanks for the tip Jenny!) and Charlie must not have been far behind as he showed up at our gate only moments after I came home with Angel! Thanks again to anyone and everyone that kept an eye out for them today! Here's hoping we don't have to do that again anytime soon!

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Carolyn-

I think the pumpkin hat is Mesa Rose's. We'll come by and get it, thanks!!!


ps- yes, by all means talk about dog poop. It's one of my favorite subjects.

re: x-country training skis

According to Sheriff Pelle, they are NOT legal to use on the road. When I asked him about them he said his deputies will cite them if called.

There is a great option for rants and raves: craigslist. There are TONS of people there that have very strong opinions about the whole cycling issue: both mountain and plains people. There are also cyclists there with whom you can argue. The problem with this issue is that nobody really wants to compromise, and they are always asking the other side to take the initial step (dispite who may be wrong in the beginning). I have my own opinion regarding the whole issue, but in the end we all have to live together no matter how we feel. We all have our priorties. Are cyclist-related frustrations worth moving away from such a beautiful area and having a completely different way of life? For me they aren't, so I remain in the mountains.

This update just in from the USFS: "The pile burning did commence today where there is adequte snow cover. Be advised that Lefthand Fire Protection District will be burning piles at Bar K today as well."

Catherine--I have an extra key board in my garage you can have. I'll get it to you! aka Mary Ellen

Does anybody have an extra computer keyboard they aren't using that I can borrow or buy? Please call (3o3) 449-o85o and thanks!

Hi past trick or treaters: Sorry for the late posting - A very cute knitted pumpkin hat was placed atop my wooden gate in from of my home (second house on right as you head down lower main). I've left it there in case the owner was walking by and could just claim it - but alas it remains. Give me a call and I'll find a way to get it back to you. 303/664-1391. Have a beautiful day! ced

Jyoti (or any one else feeling the same) I'm not trying to run anyone off or disuade anyone from posting about town issues, I'm only requesting that we keep things as civil and un-anonymous as possible here. I enjoy debate and comment as much as anyone but when it starts to feel as if its becoming just a place for ranting or unresolvable questions then it looses its joy fast. I don't know how many have tried to spread the word of any event or issue around a small community in today's world, but the QT is an incredibly effective and efficient way to communicate in this town. I'd really like to see it remain that and not become exclusively a home for a select few to bicker or argue. I know that people have already abandoned this forum for various reasons, I'm confident in the QT's potential however and hope that we can avoid losing too many other people due to the tone of the forum.

Hollis--they'll be burning slash piles and possibly today where there is still a fair amount of snow. It all depends on the wind that is picking up. I'll have more information in about an hour (9:30 am). You can also call Dave Buchanan, Assistant Fire Management Officer/Boulder Ranger District at 303-541-2518.

I can only assume the post in question has been removed. Considering it may be my post anyone was referring to I re-read and found no swear words or other truly offensive words. Many people who are concerned about this issue were not at said meeting and thought they would appreciate an update, since I do not often see them in person (Nancy E. for one). I also know I DON'T stand alone in my perspective as I have spoken to many who agree but who may not have the guts to speak up.

I thought I stated clearly that at the basis of outrage is the fear of loss of life, whether cyclist, motorcyclist, or auto driver. Removing unsafe, and dangerous actions, laws and habits is CRUCIAL to saving a life and should never be ignored. I would question those willing to drop an issue where lives can easily be lost or people seriously injured.

So I ask again, "What's WRONG with single file?" I will continue to work for safety and reason in our canyon in hopes of saving a life.