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Cabela’s — Colorado Today was my first time ever taking a picture with the Easter Bunny! It felt unusual for me being 30 years old but honestly, I noticed something that everyone enjoys: adults seem to enjoy these moments just as much as kids do. Maybe it’s because we all miss that old‑school feeling of fun and nostalgia. Seeing families laugh, take photos, and celebrate reminded me that joy doesn’t have an age limit. Sometimes it’s okay to just be part of the moment and sm

Aqua Golf — 501 W Florida Ave, Denver, CO 80223 See my first blog from Jan 29, 2024: Discovering Aqua Golf Today was my second time visiting Aqua Golf. The lake was calm, the air was fresh, and the whole place felt peaceful. I didn’t feel rushed. I just took my time, enjoyed the view, and practiced being present. Even though I’ve been here before, today felt different. I’m learning to enjoy the moment more. I need help to be more social, more open, and more confident even w

I’ve been going to Thrive Church services since March 08, and today was my second time joining the Recovery Friday group since March 20 Friday one. Even though I’m still new, something about today felt deeper. The message was simple but powerful: - Come to Me and I’ll give you rest - Don’t fear — I will help you - Let go and give it to Him - Stop thinking like the world - Jesus is my source Hearing these words made me slow down and breathe. Recovery isn’t just about fixi

Central Park Recreation Center — 9651 M.L.K. Jr Blvd, Denver, CO 80238 Today was my first time ever joining the pool at the rec center. I didn’t swim yet I need to learn how to ask help and still getting comfortable but I did sit in the water and play basketball while standing in the pool. And honestly, I had fun. It felt good just to be there, moving, trying something new, and enjoying the moment. Sometimes the first step isn’t swimming… Sometimes the first step is just g

100 Nickel at Chipper’s Lanes — 100 Nickel St, Broomfield, CO 80020 FlatIron Crossing — 1 W Flatiron Crossing Dr, Broomfield, CO 80021 Today was my first time ever at this bowling alley and honestly, the only reason I never came before is because I didn’t have real friends who invited me. So walking in today felt new. It felt different. It felt like something I’ve been missing for a long time. The lanes were bright, colorful, and full of energy. Kids were bowling, people wer

Today’s message touched my heart in many ways. We looked at verses about contentment, God’s miracles, and repentance and how all of these shape the way we live as children of God. As I listen today, I felt reminded that transformation doesn’t happen all at once. It happens step by step. It happens when we humble ourselves, when we turn back to God, and when we trust His power more than our own strength. 💛 What Stood Out to Me 1 Timothy 6:7–8 reminded me to be content with wh

I’ve been attending Thrive Church services since March 8, and today I took another step my first time joining the Recovery Friday group. Walking in felt new, a little unfamiliar, but also hopeful. I kept thinking, “This is where growth begins.” Recovery isn’t just about fixing something. It’s about letting God shape us, guide us, and help us become who He created us to be. Today felt like a starting point a baseline for my own spiritual growth. 💛 What I’m Learning About My

Today was my first time ever visiting the aquarium. To be honest, the reason I never came before is simple back when I was a kid I didn’t have real friends who invited me. So walking in today felt different. It felt new. It felt like something I’ve been waiting a long time to experience. What stood out to me most was how peaceful it felt watching the animals move through the water. Sharks, fish, colors, lights all of it felt like another world. I didn’t expect it to feel ca

IKEA 9800 East IKEA Way, Centennial, CO 80112 Ross Dress for Less 9585 E County Line Rd, Englewood, CO 80112 Today was my first time ever at IKEA. What stood out to me right away was how big the place is. Not just big with furniture but big enough to walk around, explore, and enjoy the day without feeling crowded. It felt like a place where you can take your time, look around, and just relax. I’ve been going to Ross Dress for Less since I was little, and I still go today. Ro

Today was my first time ever visiting Family Sports Center, and honestly… what a perfect early birthday gift. I didn’t expect to enjoy it this much, but I really did. With my birthday tomorrow, I couldn’t have asked for anything better for my birthday. Beside what I got yesterday. I got to play laser tag which felt like a workout and a game of tag at the same time. I also tried bumper cars, and that made me laugh more than I expected. And I even enjoyed watching people ice sk

Today’s service at Thrive Church focused on something powerful: how the Gospel transforms our life. As I listened the verse, I felt reminded that God’s power it’s something that changes us from the inside out. As a child of God, this message felt close to my heart. The Gospel doesn’t just save us; it shapes us. It gives us courage, identity, and strength. It teaches us how to walk differently, think differently, and love differently. It transforms the way we see ourselves and

Today was my first time visiting the movie theater at Colorado Mills 📍 14500 W Colfax Ave Suite 600, Lakewood, CO 80401 I’ve watched the original Zootopia back in 2016, and now I got to see Zootopia 2. What surprised me most? A snake character who’s actually kind. Usually in movies, snakes are shown as evil but this one was different. It felt refreshing. It made me think about how we judge people (or animals!) based on first impressions. 🐾 What I Noticed - The animatio

Today was my first time ever visiting Barr Lake Nature Center, and honestly, it surprised me in the best way. The quiet trails, the open water, the birds everywhere—it felt peaceful, like a place where you can breathe and slow down for a moment. I walked around the nature center, looked at the displays, and spent time outside watching the birds and the lake. Everything felt new, calm, and grounding. 🌄 What I Noticed on My First Visit - The lake views are huge and relaxing.

Today in Bible study, the theme was Refine & Reveal. As I listened, I felt something simple but powerful: God is always working on my heart, even in the quiet moments. Not to shame me, not to overwhelm me but to refine me so He can reveal more of Himself. As a child of God, this verse felt personal. It reminded me that purity of heart isn’t about being perfect. It’s about letting God shape me, clean my thoughts, and guide my steps. It’s about trusting Him to remove what does

Today in church, the message came from Romans 1:16 “For I am not ashamed of the Gospel of Christ, for it is the power of God to salvation for everyone who believes.” Hearing this today felt like something I knew inside me. Today it felt like God was speaking directly to me, reminding me who I am and who I belong to. I walked into church carrying my usual thoughts, worries, and questions. But I walked out with something simple and strong: I am a child of God, and His Gospel

This is my very first time, and it felt different from what people usually imagine when they think of concerts. I’ve never really been to a concert before, so I expected something huge and packed. But this one wasn’t like that. It felt smaller, calmer, and more community‑focused. I could actually look around, breathe, and take in the energy without feeling overwhelmed. It was my first time, so everything felt new the music, the people, the purpose, and the atmosphere. 🎤 Wha

Earlier this year, I wrote about my first magical evening train ride at the Denver Zoo. That night felt special — the lights, the animals, the atmosphere. I didn’t know it then, but that visit would stay with me for months. Tonight, on December 31, 2025, I came back for Zoo Lights, and it felt like stepping into a memory and a new beginning at the same time. The colors were brighter, the crowds were bigger, and the energy felt different — like everyone was carrying their own

Hoy en la iglesia escuché un mensaje que me tocó profundamente. No era algo completamente nuevo para mí, porque como hijo de Dios ya lo sabía en mi espíritu… pero hoy lo entendí de una manera diferente. Quizás porque estamos cerrando un año, o porque mi corazón necesitaba escucharlo otra vez. El pastor dijo que vamos a entrar al Año Nuevo en la paz del Señor, en la tranquilidad de Cristo, sin presiones. Y mientras lo escuchaba, pensé en todo lo que viví este 2025. Días difíci

Today was my first time visiting The Wild Animal Sanctuary at 2999 Co Rd 53, Keenesburg, CO 80643—and I have to say, it was unforgettable. I saw tigers. I saw coyotes. Real wild animals, not behind glass or on a screen, but walking, resting, living. It was the first time I’ve ever seen animals like that in person. And something about it stirred my heart. I came alone, but I didn’t feel alone. The open sky, the quiet strength of the animals, the peaceful land—it felt like a p