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From Me To You...
I don’t know about you but I am a devoted list maker. I believe deeply in the power of writing things down. Every morning, I sit at my desk with a fresh piece of paper, ready to conquer the day ahead. Groceries, appointments, that article deadline, the three emails I’ve been avoiding all week. It all goes on the list. I am organized. I am prepared. I am, for approximately sixty minutes, a functional adult.
Sometimes I find my lists later in random places. In the washing machine, slightly damp and illegible. Wedged between the couch cushions with some popcorn kernels and loose change. Once, inexplicably, in the refrigerator next to the butter, I have no idea how that one happened. Why not use my phone like a normal person, you say? Where’s the satisfaction in that? There’s something deeply gratifying about physically crossing items off a paper list. Plus, you can’t lose your phone in the refrigerator. Well, you can, but then you have bigger problems than finding a list. So I persist. Every morning, I make a new list. Every day, I lose it. And without fail you will find me in Fry’s trying to remember if we need milk, while wondering if this is just what being over fifty looks like. Catherine Uretsky Editor, Viva Magazine info@estrellapublishing.com 623.398.5541
And then I lose the list.
Not immediately, of course. That would be too simple. No, I lose it right when I need it most, usually while standing in the middle of Fry’s trying to remember if we’re out of milk or if I just saw milk in the fridge this morning. I check my purse. I check my pockets. I check my purse again because surely I missed it the first time. Nothing. The list has vanished into the same mysterious void that claims reading glasses, pens, and that mismatched sock. The irony is not lost on me. I make lists specifically to avoid forgetting things, and then I forget where I put the list. It’s like putting my keys in a special place so I won’t lose them and then forgetting where the special place is.
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Superbowl Sunday
Ready, Set, Hike! February has one day that matters. Not Valentine’s Day. Super Bowl Sunday. This is what we’ve been grinding toward since September kickoff. Thirty-two teams started the season. Now it’s down to two, and the rest of us are planted on couches with enough buffalo wings to take down a linebacker. Super Bowl Sunday isn’t just about the game, though the game is everything. It’s about the entire experience. Your buddies crammed into the living room, jerseys on, beer cold, volume cranked. Everyone’s suddenly an expert on defensive schemes and play calling. The refs are blind. The coach is an idiot. Your team would have dominated if they’d just made the playoffs. The prop bets are where it gets good. Forget the spread. We’re betting on the real stuff. Gatorade color dumped on the winning coach? National anthem sung off key over/under? Will someone streak the field? How many times will the announcers mention Tom Brady even though he’s not playing? Loser makes everyone’s plates. Stakes are high.
Food is non-negotiable and requires game-day strategy. Wings are mandatory. Pizza, nachos, sliders, seven- layer dip, mozzarella sticks, anything you can grab with one hand because you’re not missing a play. The debate: order everything and wait three hours because every joint is slammed, or cook it yourself and miss the first quarter? Either way, someone’s taking the loss. Plan accordingly. Commercials have become part of the competition. Some are legendary, some are trash, but we watch every single one and argue about them like they matter. Halftime show? Either epic or a complete train wreck we’ll be roasting for the next decade. The game itself is why we’re here. Fourth quarter, score tied, two-minute warning. This is peak football. One team walks away champions. The other goes home thinking about what could have been. Win or lose, Super Bowl Sunday is what separates football from every other sport. It’s tradition. It’s battle. It’s the biggest stage in sports, and we wouldn’t miss it for anything. Just don’t expect anyone to function at work Monday.
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ABT Founder & CEO Kiel Klaphake Returns to the Stage in 42nd Street
Arizona Broadway Theatre presents a major production of 42nd Street, the iconic Broadway musical known for its precision, scale, and relentless energy. For the first time in years, ABT Founder, CEO, and Executive Producer Kiel Klaphake steps back onstage in the commanding role of Julian Marsh — the legendary director who demands excellence
and turns potential into performance, mirroring Klaphake’s own 20 years of building and leading a large-scale professional musical theatre. This 42nd Street features a rare alignment of talent and leadership: nationally cast performers, eight standout local actors , and choreography led by ABT’s Artistic Director Kurtis Overby — all coming together in a production built on discipline, momentum, and classic Broadway spectacle. Driven by tap-heavy choreography and timeless songs like “Lullaby of Broadway” and “We’re in the Money,” 42nd Street delivers the joy, glamour, and scale audiences expect from a flagship production — paired with Arizona Broadway Theatre’s signature dinner-and-show experience for a complete night out. 42nd Street runs January 16 – February 27, 2026 at Arizona Broadway Theatre. Tickets available at azbroadway.org or 623-776-8400 .
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Love, Arizona
This February, as much of the country shivers under winter’s grip, Arizonans are basking in sunshine and celebrating what makes the Grand Canyon State truly special. From perfect weather to stunning landscapes, there are countless reasons to love calling Arizona home. The February climate alone is worth celebrating. While other
mountain silhouettes. Even longtime residents find themselves stopping mid-task to watch the desert sky transform, a gift that never gets old no matter how many years you’ve witnessed it. Arizona’s incredible variety of landscapes and adventures sets it apart. In a single day, it’s possible to snowboard in the morning and hike among red rocks by afternoon. Few places offer such diverse outdoor experiences within such close proximity. The state truly gives its residents everything. The sense of community runs deep across Arizona towns and cities. Neighborhoods still feel like extended families, where people know their neighbors, help each other out, and maintain that small-town warmth even in larger metropolitan areas. That genuine friendliness and connection makes the state feel like home. The iconic desert scenery captures hearts daily. Saguaro cacti standing tall against brilliant blue skies, rugged mountains rising from sandy valleys, and endless horizons create a landscape that turns every drive into an adventure. Children grow up hiking, exploring, and developing deep appreciation for nature’s wonders. As February brings Arizona’s most perfect temperatures and crystalline skies, it’s easy to understand why residents are so devoted to their desert home. The weather, scenery, and community spirit combine to create something truly special in the Southwest.
states are buried in snow, Arizona families are having picnics in the park, riding bikes after school, and playing outside in shorts and t-shirts. That mid-winter sunshine feels like pure gold, a daily reminder of why so many people choose to build their lives here. The light in Arizona deserves its own love letter. Sunsets paint the sky in impossible shades of pink, orange, and purple, creating nightly spectacles over
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From The Heart
❤ Consider your skills when planning something handmade. Woodworking? Create a personalized keepsake box or cutting board engraved with your anniversary date. Photography enthusiast? Frame a beautifully printed collection of your favorite moments together. Enjoy cooking? Compile a custom recipe book of meals you’ve shared. Even if you’re not naturally crafty, the effort itself becomes the gift. ❤ In Arizona, February offers perfect weather for outdoor adventures. Consider a hot air balloon ride over the Sonoran Desert, a sunset picnic at Papago Park, or stargazing at a nearby observatory. The most valuable thing you can offer isn’t found in stores or craft supplies. It’s your undivided attention, your thoughtfulness, and your willingness to step outside comfortable routines to show your partner they’re still worth the effort. This Valentine’s Day, give the gift of intentionality.
After years of celebrating Valentine’s Day together, even the most romantic gestures can start feeling routine. If you’re looking to surprise your partner with something truly memorable this February, read on. Don’t abandon what your partner loves. If they adore receiving flowers, bring the flowers. The familiar gestures still matter. But after five, ten, or twenty years together, those traditions deserve a companion surprise that shows you’re still finding new ways to celebrate your relationship. Think of the classics as your foundation, not your entire plan. ❤ Nothing says “I thought about you” quite like something crafted with your own hands. A heartfelt card detailing specific moments you’ve cherished together carries more weight than any store-bought sentiment. Take time to write about the little things: how she laughs at your terrible jokes, or the way he handles challenges with grace, or when you realized all over again why you chose each other.
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The Bug Guy
Love Bugs and Other Uninvited Valentines in Phoenix Ah, February in the Valley—when the temperature hits a perfect 70 degrees, the desert blooms with wildflowers, and the scorpions emerge from winter hiding to crash your romantic dinner. Nothing says “I love you” quite like your partner screaming and jumping on the couch because a bark scorpion just photobombed your couples’ selfie. While you’re planning the perfect Valentine’s evening with chocolate-covered strawberries and candlelight, Arizona’s least romantic residents are planning their
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