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When Feeling Down, Play Music. Repeat As Necessary

Rich Ledoux — Thu, 23 May 2013 21:55:35 +0000

Our weather here in southwest Montana had a brother feeling the blues a bit this morning. A good friend, or perhaps good karma, intervened at just the right time when showing up to see me at work with vinyl gifts of grandeur. My day has turned right around with the prospect of new music spinning over dinner later tonight at the Ledoux household.

First-Time Parent Dealing With A Sick Child. Help!

Rich Ledoux — Wed, 15 May 2013 15:04:33 +0000

My 13-month old is under the weather at the moment and it's kind of tearing at the old heart strings. It's just a tough age to see your little love not feeling well. She can't communicate how she's feeling, aside from moans and cries. What's a parent to do? Right now it seems like all I can do is administer ibuprofen and laughs. Any other suggestions would be helpful!

My First White Elephant Was A Huge Success!

Rich Ledoux — Fri, 28 Dec 2012 20:10:30 +0000

A co-worker arranged a “White Elephant” gift exchange this year at the office Christmas party. I’m pretty sure I took home the gold (see picture). Have you ever done a “White Elephant”? If so, what was the most awesome gift you gave and/or received? This holiday season I became acquainted with a little gift exchange [...]

Belgrade And Bozeman Fire Departments Offer Free Child Car Seat Inspections

Rich Ledoux — Thu, 27 Dec 2012 21:03:32 +0000

I just wanted to say that our local firefighters are awesome. They proved that once again when I went to the Belgrade Fire Station yesterday for a car seat inspection. They couldn’t have been more thorough in this very important examination, or more courteous to myself, my wife and our baby. There are various fire [...]

They Don't Make Toys Like They Used To [VIDEOS]

Rich Ledoux — Tue, 04 Dec 2012 22:59:56 +0000

Tis the season for commercials advertising “the hottest toys of the holiday season”, so that kids can add them to their list and extend their parents seasonal nightmare of a scavenger hunt. It’s also the season for nostalgia. Here’s a few commercials that would have caught my eye as a kid…you know when toys were [...]

Bozeman Gardeners – Know Anything About Peace Lillies?

Michelle — Wed, 07 Nov 2012 13:51:01 +0000

I’ve had this Peace Lilly for at least 10 years and it used to be the (small) joy in my home life. Often it would bloom a few of it’s wonderful white “flowers”. However, it hasn’t done so in at least 5 year….until now. I’ve got ONE. What can I do for this otherwise healthy [...]

Daylight Savings Time Starts Sunday, How Will You Spend The Extra Hour?

Rich Ledoux — Fri, 02 Nov 2012 21:13:38 +0000

We’re all getting a long weekend! At 2 am Sunday, clocks “fall back” an hour as Daylight Saving Time in the U.S. ends, giving Sunday 25 hours. How will you spend the extra hour? I’m sure most people will use the extra hour to sleep. That’s what I normally do, but this year is different. [...]

"It's The Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown" Will Air On Halloween Night [VIDEO]

Rich Ledoux — Wed, 17 Oct 2012 18:35:57 +0000

If you’re gonna be home dishing out candy on Halloween this year, Charles Schulz’s classic Halloween-themed Peanuts special, “It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown” will air on ABC. Grown-up Halloween home-run? I think so. “It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown” has aired almost every Halloween since its debut in 1966. This was an absolute must-see [...]

My Top 10 Running Songs (Sure To Get You An Extra Mile)

Rich Ledoux — Mon, 15 Oct 2012 15:16:29 +0000

I hate lists involving music because ranking music that connects with me is the hardest thing in the world for me to do. Alas, I somehow have created a Top Ten List of Songs to Run To. This fine mix of tempo and melodic energy is the only personal trainer I need on the road or trail. Hopefully someone out there enjoys!

Suggest The Best First Halloween Costume Idea And Win Great Prizes!

Rich Ledoux — Thu, 11 Oct 2012 15:39:54 +0000

My daughter is about to embark on her first Halloween and I want the experience and pictures to be memorable. I don't want to just grab a lame costume off the shelf at Target. Any suggestions? Provide a picture of your little one in a unique, awesome Halloween costume here. There could be a $20 coupon at Dave's Sushi and $50 credit at HalloweenCostumes.com!

Music, A Gift Of Life

Rich Ledoux — Tue, 11 Sep 2012 18:07:14 +0000

My 5 month-old just had her first music class last night. My wife and I enrolled her in this great program at Belgrade Music Academy. Pass on the gift of music early and often, they’re never too young! I just wanted to thank Ms. Rachel for all the love and music she is passing on [...]

What Does Your Desk Say About You?

Michelle — Wed, 29 Aug 2012 17:39:09 +0000

This week has been extraordinarily nutzo-crazy and the state of my desk reflects that. We hired a new cleaning lady in recent weeks and it crossed my mind this morning....what on earth must she think when she comes in this office?

What Was Your Summer 2012 Jam? [VIDEO]

Rich Ledoux — Mon, 13 Aug 2012 15:51:04 +0000

Summer is winding down, I think it’s safe to name the song(s) that epitomized that warm, good feeling. The Moose brought me three 2012 summer jams: Every year there seems to be one or two new songs that are added to our ever-expanding “Summer Tunes” mix. For me, a new group out of England gave [...]

Last Night's Standoff West Of Belgrade Ends Peacefully

Rich Ledoux — Fri, 10 Aug 2012 16:23:03 +0000

Right around 7:00 p.m. last night, deputies and local response teams were dispatched to a residence at Frontage and Weaver Road west of Belgrade after a man called 9-1-1. He said he was armed and threatened to harm himself. The man was taken into custody without incident but police needed to close Frontage Road for about two hours while Sheriff's negotiators spoke with him. I can personally attest to that, I live right down the street and was attempting to return home at that time.

Local, Family-Owned 'Mountain Chillers' Ice Cream Truck Puts A Freeze On Rising Cost Of College Tuition

Rich Ledoux — Wed, 08 Aug 2012 19:51:40 +0000

There was no better feeling you got as a kid when first hearing an ice cream siren in your neighborhood, and as it turns out that feeling hasn't been diluted all that much for me by the harsh reality of adult life. My adolescent brain has been triggered now that the happy ice cream tunes have returned to me on my 35th summer, thanks to this family who is bringing cool treats to neighborhoods in Belgrade, Manhattan and Church Hill.

What Song Have You Heard Countless Times But Still Can't Turn Off?

Rich Ledoux — Fri, 03 Aug 2012 19:43:23 +0000

What song(s) have you heard a million and one times but still can’t turn away from when it comes on? 3 songs come to mind for me: “Take It Easy” - written by Jackson Browne and originally recorded by The Eagles “Roadhouse Blues” – The Doors “Can’t You See” – Marshall Tucker Band I know [...]

Why Aren't There More Olympic Movies? [VIDEO]

Rich Ledoux — Thu, 02 Aug 2012 14:53:19 +0000

I love the Olympics, in particular the Summer Olympics. Every four years I get way caught up in the back-story drama (NBC, I know what you're doing but I still love it). With all the real life drama behind what it takes to compete in the Olympics and win a medal, why hasn't this been reenacted on the big screen more often?

Moose Night At The Gallatin Speedway, Complete With A First-Hand Adrenaline Fix [VIDEO]

Rich Ledoux — Mon, 09 Jul 2012 19:22:11 +0000

I’ll never forget Moose Night 2012 at the Gallatin Speedway after agreeing to ride along in a 2-seater Modified. It was awesome! Here’s the video (the first few laps are just warm up laps, btw).

I Got To Say It Was A Good Day [VIDEO]

Rich Ledoux — Wed, 20 Jun 2012 23:00:01 +0000

They come along every now and then, one of those hassle-free days where everything just rolls your way. You feel like you can do no wrong and are ready to take on the world. This is one of those days for me…I didn’t even have to use my A.K. The old Ice Cube song is [...]

The First Butterfly Ball Was A Success

Rich Ledoux — Mon, 18 Jun 2012 20:55:44 +0000

The first Annual Butterfly Ball at the Emerson this past weekend appeared to be a success, it really was magical for all the little girls and that special man that they look up to. I hope this event will continue for many Father’s Day weekends to come. I brought my 2 month-old daughter for a [...]