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OCTOBER 2025 THE
COMMUNITY CONSCIENCE
I’m thrilled to share some exciting news: I’ve officially moved into my new office, and I couldn’t be happier to welcome you to this special space! My new location is 209 South Willson, Bozeman, Montana, 59715, just two blocks south of Main Street. It’s convenient, central, and rich with history and character. This move marks a new chapter for me, allowing me to continue serving my clients with the care, dedication, and personal attention they deserve, while being part of one of Bozeman’s most beautiful and historically significant neighborhoods. What makes this move so special is that my new office is part of Bozeman’s story. The house was built in 1905, in the heart of the Bon Ton Historic District. This neighborhood has long been considered one of the city’s premier residential areas, originally home to Bozeman’s doctors, lawyers, professors, and entrepreneurs who helped shape the community we know today. When you step onto South Willson, you can feel the legacy, pride, and craftsmanship in the architecture, tree- lined streets, and the timeless charm of the homes. The history of Willson Avenue is fascinating. Developer W.W. Alderson envisioned it in the early 1880s as “Central Avenue,” a prestigious boulevard reflecting Bozeman’s growth and prosperity. With the arrival of the Northern Pacific Railroad in 1883, Alderson’s dream became reality, and the avenue quickly became a showcase of homes. Later, the street was renamed after Colonel Lester S. Willson, a successful businessman who arrived in Bozeman in 1867. His son, Exciting News I’ve Moved Into a Historic New Office on South Willson!
Fred F. Willson, would go on to become one of Bozeman’s most prominent architects, designing many of the homes and landmarks that still define the city today. One of the most iconic landmarks on Willson Avenue is the Story Mansion, built by Bozeman’s first millionaire, Nelson Story, for his son. The boulevard is lined with century-old trees that arch overhead, creating a canopy of shade in the summer, and the historic concrete light posts, installed in 1935, still illuminate the street today. It’s a neighborhood that blends history with vitality, and I feel incredibly fortunate that my new office is nestled right in the middle of it. While I’m so excited about this beautiful new location, what matters most to me hasn’t changed: my commitment to serving this community and caring for my clients. This new chapter fills me with gratitude. I’m grateful for the history that surrounds me, the chance to be part of such a wonderful community, and most of all, the ongoing opportunity to serve them.
Being on South Willson means being at the heart of Bozeman, and I couldn’t imagine a better place to continue building connections, offering support, and doing the work I love.
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As life enters a new chapter, many find themselves craving meaningful activities and meaningful connections. Making new friends doesn’t always come as easily as it once did, but shared interests can offer a natural way to meet others. Engaging hobbies offer more than just something to do; they offer a way to belong. Recreational sports like golf, pickleball, or bowling bring people together through lighthearted competition and camaraderie. These games are less about winning and more about showing up, staying active, and enjoying a few laughs along the way. Community theater offers a behind-the-scenes magic all its own. You don’t have to be on stage to be part of the show. Directing, costume design, set building, and ushering are all wonderful ways to get involved and meet like-minded people. Volunteering is another powerful way to connect. Whether you’re walking shelter dogs, preparing meals, or mentoring a young person, shared service often sparks lasting friendships built on purpose and compassion. If you enjoy music and movement, dance classes offer both. Whether ballroom, swing, or line dancing, these settings make it easy to meet new people while staying energized. And group fitness classes like water aerobics, tai chi, or walking groups combine health and community in one uplifting routine. Move, Make, and Mingle Finding Your People Starts With Doing What You Love
Love working with your hands? Craft clubs bring together quilters, knitters, painters, and other creatives to swap stories and skills. Even amateur or ham radio can be surprisingly social, offering a way to connect across town or the world without ever leaving home. Building new friendships may take intention, but these hobbies make it easy and delightful.
The Tale of the Mighty Manila Envelope
This Envelope Has Traveled Further Than You Think
Ever wonder why those big, tan envelopes guarding your documents like Fort Knox are called “Manila” envelopes? Turns out,
golden in hue, these fibers became the key to making paper that didn’t crumble at the first drop of rain.
easier-to-process wood pulp took over. But by then, the golden hue and reliable durability had built a brand. Even without a shred of real abacá, the trusty envelopes still carried the Manila name like a badge of honor. But here’s the twist: Despite the usefulness of Manila hemp, Filipino farmers barely benefited. During its colonization of the Philippines, the U.S. controlled abacá trade and funneled profits away from the source. So, the next time you grab a Manila envelope to stash your paperwork or mail your wares, know you’re holding a slice of history that stood the test of time (and coffee spills). Who knew your office supply drawer had such worldly flair?
there’s a rich backstory behind this office supply staple, and it has roots half a world away in the Philippines. Back in the 1830s, papermakers hit a snag. Traditional materials like cotton and linen (used to make paper pulp) were in short supply. Enter the seafaring solution: Manila rope, crafted from Manila hemp (aka abacá), is a super-strong plant fiber native to the Philippines. Tough, water-resistant, and
Originally, these envelopes weren’t the lightweight versions you toss into your office bin today. Early Manila folders were almost as thick as cardboard, and they soon became the go-to for carrying important papers through thick and thin. While the name Manila stuck, the actual plant fiber didn’t. Over time, cheaper,
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TAKE A BREAK
There’s a quiet magic in the early morning. It’s a time made for gentleness, nourishing both body and spirit. That’s the beauty of hygge , a Danish philosophy rooted in comfort, mindfulness, and savoring life’s small pleasures. Pronounced “ hoo-gah ,” this gentle lifestyle encourages you to slow down and enjoy the present moment. And what better time to begin than first thing in the morning? Begin right where you wake, still nestled beneath the covers. Before your feet ever touch the floor, take a moment to stretch . Not the kind that feels like a chore but one that softly awakens your muscles and soothes your joints. This small act stirs your blood and eases your body into the day with kindness. Let your shower become a sanctuary. Choose a soap that smells like the season: apple, cinnamon, or something crisp and woodsy. Let the warm water remind you that you’re not in a rush, that this moment is yours. As the coffee brews or tea steeps, light a candle . Watch it flicker and think of someone who has touched your life. Offer a quiet thank-you and wish them well. This small blessing is a gift to them and you. Slip on your walking shoes and greet the world outside . Even a short stroll can awaken a sense of calm. Listen to the autumn leaves rustle, feel the sun on your cheeks. Let nature’s rhythm soften your own. These hygge-inspired rituals help you reclaim mornings with grace, presence, and joy. You’ve earned mornings like these. Let them carry you forward. Create Hygge in Every Comforting Morning Step Start Your Day the Danish Way
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EXTRA-CRISPY RANCH CHICKEN CUTLETS
Ingredients
Inspired by TheCookieRookie.com
• Olive oil • 4 boneless,
• 1 cup panko breadcrumbs • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese • 1 oz ranch seasoning, store-bought (1 packet) or homemade • Cooking spray
skinless chicken breasts • Kosher salt and freshly
ground black pepper, to taste
• 3/4 cup flour • 2 large eggs, beaten
Directions 1. Preheat oven to 375 F. Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan with olive oil and set aside. 2. Season both sides of chicken breasts with salt and pepper. 3. Set out three shallow bowls. In the first, combine flour and a pinch of salt and pepper. Add the eggs to the second bowl. Mix panko, Parmesan, and ranch seasoning mix in the third bowl. 4. For coating, dip seasoned chicken breasts in flour, coating both sides. Then, dip the chicken in the beaten eggs and, finally, the panko mixture. 5. Place each coated chicken breast in the prepared baking dish. 6. Spray the tops of the chicken with cooking spray. 7. Bake for 30 minutes, or until the chicken reaches 165 F and is golden brown.
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INSIDE THIS ISSUE
My New Home for Serving Clients
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Hobbies That Spark Connection at Every Stage of Life
The Surprisingly Adventurous History of the Humble Manila Envelope
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Extra-Crispy Ranch Chicken Cutlets
Hygge Morning Rituals to Nourish Your Spirit
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Operation Ice Cream: Keeping Troops Cool in Combat
ICE CREAM ON DECK! How America Shipped Sweetness to the Front Lines
When it comes to sweet victories, nothing quite compares to ice cream, especially if you’re thousands of miles from home and dodging enemy fire. During the final stretch of World War II, the U.S. Army took dessert diplomacy to a new level with the launch of three massive, concrete-hulled floating freezers designed to deliver joy on a cone. These weren’t your average supply ships. Measuring nearly the length of a football field, these refrigerated barges churned out 500 gallons of ice cream a day, bringing spoonfuls of comfort to troops stationed across the Pacific. Nicknamed BRLs (short for “barge, refrigerated, large”), these floating fortresses of frozen delight also carried loads of meat, fresh produce, eggs, and cheese. But let’s be honest: Everyone came for the ice cream. Whether they were battling the
tropics or homesickness, a scoop of chocolate or vanilla was the perfect morale booster for the troops. Too far from a BRL? No worries. American ingenuity didn’t stop at the shoreline. Aviators on high-altitude flights transformed their B-17 bombers into makeshift ice cream makers by stashing cans of the mixture on board. The vibrations and freezing temperatures worked like a charm, turning turbulent missions into frozen dessert production. These sweet efforts weren’t about indulgence but about reminding the troops of life back home, of simpler pleasures, and that even in war, a little scoop of normalcy could make all the difference. Ice cream may not have won the war, but it certainly made the battlefield a little more bearable.
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