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A synesthete who sees the world in vivid color, Joy is all about soaking up life experiences -- and then translating those experiences into words. Freckle-faced and coffee-fueled, Joy is on a personal quest to visit all 50 states in her lifetime (40 down!), see all the Broadway musicals, and eat all the tacos. For fun, she plays the piano, diagrams sentences, and solves true crime stories from her couch, along with her husband of 20 years and their teenage daughter.

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The Definitive Ranking of All 10 'Friends' Thanksgiving Episodes

Since "Friends" always aired on NBC's Thursday night lineup of Must-See TV, they always gave us a special Thanksgiving episode. And we've worked really hard to rank the 10 "Friends" Thanksgiving episodes. (A true labor of love. But someone had to do it.)

A 10-Step Guide to Carving a Pumpkin

We've put together a great 10-step "pumpkin-carving guide" for creating the best jack-o'-lantern in the world!

Insider's Guide to Best Trick-or-Treating Neighborhoods in Denver

Here are our picks for the best Denver neighborhoods to go trick-or-treating, from Cherry Creek to Meadowlark Park and everything else in between.

The Quaint Holiday Tradition You Probably Didn't Know About: the Denver Christkindlmarket!

From November 22 through December 23, the Denver Christkindlmarket is open daily, keeping the German holiday traditions at Civic Center Park.

13 Times That Friday the 13th Was Actually Very Unlucky

Did you know that the Nazis bombed Buckingham Palace on Friday, the 13th? Here's the scoop behind that and 12 other times that Friday the 13th was pretty unlucky.

CSU Scientists: Colorado Will Experience a 'Mild' Miller Moth Season This Year

Insect experts at Colorado State University say that there will be a milder amount of miller moths on the Front Range than usual this summer.

Can You Spot the Camouflaged Leopards in These 5 Photos?

We had trouble finding the leopards in these nature photos. Let's see how well you do!

4 Wacky, Tacky Products to Help You Celebrate Dr. Seuss Day on March 2

Read Across America Day (aka Dr. Suess Day) is March 2! Here are 4 products we found on Amazon to help you celebrate!

10 Best TV Theme Songs of the 1980s

From "Dukes of Hazzard" to "The Love Boat," we've compiled a list of the best TV theme songs from the 1980s.

8 Most Iconic TV Theme Songs of the 1990s

From "Full House" to "Friends," "Fresh Prince" to "The Simpsons," we've compiled a list of all the favorite TV theme songs from the 1990s.

8 Most Iconic TV Theme Songs of the 1970s

Take a walk with us down Memory Lane—back to a (somewhat?) simpler time. From "Happy Days" to "Laverne and Shirley," here are our favorite TV theme songs from the 1970s.

Popular TV Shows Set in Colorado

It's always great when Colorado gets a shout-out on TV! We want everybody to see how great our state is, right? Here's our list of TV shows set in Colorado.

In Memoriam: The 5 Defunct Denver Restaurants of Yesteryear We Miss Most

Once upon a time, Denver's food scene included an old mine, a big rustic barn, and the ability to phone in your order from your restaurant booth.

Recipe: The BEST Chocolate Chip Cookies on Earth (AKA My 'Period Cookies')

I'm famous in my circle for my chocolate chip cookies, which are fluffy, chewy, and absolutely amazing. Here's the story behind them—and the secret recipe I've been hoarding for 30+ years.

The History of Old Bay

Old Bay seasoning is a unique blend of herbs and spices (celery salt, paprika, black pepper, cayenne, cinnamon, ginger, and more!) that was developed by German immigrant Gustav Brunn in 1939. Marylanders first sampled Old Bay’s zesty flavor over 80 years ago, and from that moment on, seafood wasn’t really seafood without it.

Falling Back Laughing: Our Favorite Memes for Daylight Saving Time

If you're not using your extra hour to catch up on sleep, then you're doing it wrong.

The Ultimate Turkey Day Roundup: 21 Best Recipes for Thanksgiving

We've put together a list of all our favorite Thanksgiving recipes! From green bean casserole to roasted cauliflower, we've got you covered!

Need a Day Trip? Visit the Virginia Safari Park!

The Virginia Safari Park is hands-down one of my favorite attractions in the greater DMV area. After all, it's an unforgettable experience straight out of Africa!

This Is Why We Don't Mess With Hurricanes (A Story in Videos)

Hurricanes are no joke. Here are four members of the news media who put themselves in the way of a hurricane—and lived to tell about it.

This 'Karen' Halloween Mask Is the Most Terrifying Thing We've Seen

If you've ever encountered a "Karen" in the wild, then the terror of this Halloween mask is going to hit pretty close to home. These two Karen masks by Jason Adcock are the stuff of 2020 nightmares.

The Ultimate Summer Question: Ocean City or Virginia Beach?

Summer isn't that far off, and it's time to start planning your beach getaway. But to where? Ocean City or Virginia Beach?

VIDEO: See What DC Looked Like in 1945 in This Vintage Educational Film

This eight-minute educational film by Carl Dudley gives us a snapshot of Washington, D.C., in the mid-1940s.

3 Quintessential Activities for Your Baltimore Holiday Bucket List

Planning your holiday itinerary? Here are three activities you must add to your Baltimore Holiday Bucket List.

The Best Turkey Stuffing Recipe for Thanksgiving

Stuffing is, hands down, the best part of Thanksgiving dinner. And if you don't think so? It's because you've never had turkey stuffing made this way. Here's the best recipe for turkey stuffing.

WATCH: These 3 Vintage Home Movies From 1960s Ocean City Will Give You Major Nostalgia

For more than 100 years, people have flocked to Ocean City from all over the country, in search of a relaxing beach vacation. We've found three home movies from the 1960s that will take you back to those innocent summers on the beach.

The Difference Between 'Movember' and 'No-Shave November'

Most likely, in Novembers past, your social media feed has featured at least one friend attempting to sport new facial hair as part of the "No-Shave November" or "Movember" movement. Here's what it's all about and how these two campaigns raise funds for health.

12 Very Virginia Products to Help You Become a Better 'Virginian'

From bedding to ham, we've identified 12 Virginia products that will boost your state pride and help you become a better Virginian overall.

WATCH: This Video Tour of DC From 1957 Is Absolutely Fascinating

Produced in 1957 by Guided Tour Productions, this 12-minute guided tour of Washington, D.C., visits the White House, the Washington Monument, the Smithsonian museums, Arlington National Cemetery, Mount Vernon, Monticello, Richmond, and Williamsburg, Virginia.

Dozens of Recipes for When You're Stuck at Home

Cooking and eating at home can get boring fast when you're stuck at home. We've compiled some of our favorite recipes over the past year to help you stay well-fed, happy, and healthy. Let's get started!

12 Very Maryland Products to Show Off Your State Pride

From kitschy to totally appropriate, we've identified the best Maryland products out there for showing off your Maryland state pride!

Holiday Shopping Guide: 9 Best Board Games for Adults

Need something to entertain the whole fam during the holidays? Buy one of these fun board games and save yourselves from boredom.

The Best Broccoli Rice Casserole Recipe for Thanksgiving

Hearty and delicious, broccoli rice casserole has become a staple on our Thanksgiving table. For our family, it's as essential a side dish as stuffing and mashed potatoes.

Holiday Shopping Guide: 9 Best Board Games for Ages 7–12

Get those kids off those pesky screens and introduce them to the world of gaming—board games, that is.

Holiday Shopping Guide: 9 Best Board Games for Kids Ages 3–6

Board games are great activities for young children! Check out our list of nine favorite games you should play with kids, ages 3–6, during this holiday season!

Recipe: Delicious Pesto Chicken Pasta in the Crockpot

This amazing recipe for pesto chicken pasta in the crockpot has become a go-to in our family. You're going to fall in love.

This Massive 143-Lb. 'Opah' Fish Was Caught Off the Virginia Beach Coast

Three Hampton Roads fishermen ended up with a catch of a lifetime on Thursday, November 5, while deep daytime swordfishing. Jon Wetherington, Michael MacTaggart, and Nick Kemp were near the Norfolk Canyon, about to give up fishing for the day, when a 143-pound Opah fish (also called a moonfish) snagged itself on their line.

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