Aurora Auto Repair

​10-year anniversary: STRUGGLE LEADS TO GROWTH Ten years ago, I was informed by my incredible husband that he, Edgar, was determined to open his own shop. He asked me to join him stating that it would be best if we did it together. But if I declined, he was going to do it anyway. Not much of a choice, right? WE could do it or HE would do it – either way it was HAPPENING, so I stepped up. For the entire first year I experienced involuntary muscle spasms every night (my body trying to process the stress). After that first year, I was willing to admit to Edgar that HE WAS RIGHT, and while I know he loves to hear those precious three words, he has never stooped to saying, “I told you so”. Edgar knew a lot about fixing cars and helping customers but together we learned the business side of the automotive industry. Over the years we’ve learned a lot - some lessons harder than others – and can truly be grateful for them all because we now know ... read more

                              Next month, we'll celebrate an entire decade of doing what we love and supporting the community th​at has embraced us. We are grateful beyond words for the opportunity to have served such amazing customers over the past ten years.   From the techs to the service writers to the owners and beyond, Aurora AutoPros is dedicated to serving you and your vehicles. We love cars and are passionate about helping our customers take care of their cars for the long haul. We are grateful that our customers trust us to take care of their cars! Thanks, Aurora, for letting us support your transportation needs for ten years.   Let Us Thank You In Person: Community Event April 1st!   On April 1st, 2023, we'll be hosting an event at our shop on Airport Blvd. to thank our community for ten great years in the business. We'll have homemade pupusas, giveaways, and a chance t ... read more

February – A Great Time for Some SELF-CARE! By Reneé Leon This February, show some love and appreciation to those around you but don’t forget about #1 – the person looking back at you in the mirror each day! There is a lot of valid emphasis being put on self-care, and for good reason. “In a national survey, Americans cited benefits of self-care as: enhanced self-confidence (64%), increased productivity (67%), happiness (71%). From a physical health perspective, self-care also reduces heart disease, stroke, and cancer. (By Mental Health First Aid USA on March 14, 2022) You’ve heard it said before, but it bears repeating – you can’t care for others if you don’t first take care of yourself. Self-care activities should help you to create balance and wellness in various ... read more

​Maybe DON'T with the New Year Resolutions...Here's why! by Reneé Leon If you read to the bottom of each monthly newsletter, you’ll always find a cheesy joke. This year, I came across this joke that made me pause (still read to the end for the ACTUAL cheesy joke of the month):   How can you be more efficient with New Year’s Resolutions?Make a copy of your list so you can pull it out again next year!   This made me pause because it is often accurate. A dear friend (that’s you, Sarah) pointed out that the better time to assert oneself and make change is in the Spring or Fall. She cited that January is typically COLD (at least in our state) with fewer hours of daylight; lack of sunlight affects human moods (ever heard of Seasonal Affected Disorder?) while snow makes everything harder. The most common Resolutions are about improving diet, exercise, and productivity – all things made h ... read more

  ​4 Categories of Creative Gift Ideas for those HARD-TO-BUY-FOR Persons on your List by Renee Leon Tis the season to celebrate with family and friends! Many of these celebrations include the pressure of gift giving to special people who are especially difficult to buy for. Perhaps you’ll find some creative solutions below! Experiences For the Arts Aficionado:   Theatre tickets- local community theater or touring shows Concert tickets Movie passes Symphony tickets - https://aurorasymphony.org/ Art Museum passes or Membership -  ... read more

November… Being GUSHY About Gratitude By Renee’ Leon Newsletters will be popping up all month and the lowest hanging content-fruit: GRATITUDE. It’s a popular theme and rightly so! Greater Good Science Center at the University of California, Berkeley—a leader in research on the science of social and emotional well-being—describes gratitude as the “social glue” key to building and nurturing strong relationships. Read more here: https://www.mindful.org/the-science-of-gratitude/ This month, I’d like to share MY gratitude for our customers and our Team. I’m grateful for the support of loyal customers and their many referrals, as well as new customers, willing to give us a chance. We’re about to mark 10 YEARS in operation and I sometimes pinch myself to ensure it is all real. I also have immense gratitude for our team, because without them, we coul ... read more

Fall = Time to Literally & Figuratively “CHILL” ❄️ ❄️ ❄️ By Renee Leon October is one of my favorite months. School is well underway, the changing season can be seen and felt, and goofy Halloween decor is showing up in our neighborhood. It’s a delightful month before the year speeds to a close with a busier social calendar and year-end deadlines. Consider taking October to pause and chill while you can. Savor a warm drink (perhaps a pumpkin spiced latter?) and maybe take a trip to the mountains to witness the gorgeous fall foliage. This chill-time is also an ideal time to catch up on the tasks you meant to do but that fell off the list in the busy-ness of August and September. Make the appointments – dentist, veterinary checkups, wellness checks, and car maintenance (see the Winterizing Special below 😉) Call your childhood/college bestie back and enjoy a meandering conversation Skip the endless scrolling on social me ... read more

How 10 Minutes & A Vision Map Can Help You Achieve Your 2022 Goals Before The Year Ends By Reneé Leon In September we transition from summer to fall and we can feel 2022 racing to the finish line. In Colorado, fall is often a seasonal “blip” and we move quickly into winter. Now is the time to consider the goals we set in January and if they can still be achieved! The transition from summer to fall is a great time to reassess, reengage, or at least REMEMBER some of our goals, personal and professional. Spend 10 minutes ranking the various aspects of your life on a scale of 1 to 10, 1 being dissatisfied and 10 being ecstatic. Evaluate where you’d rank your satisfaction with family, work, relationships, sleep, and health (physical, mental, and spiritual). This can help you organize your vision map. By using a vision map (like a “GPS”), you can creatively plan ways around obstacles that crop ... read more

Farewell Summer, Hello to 10 Organizational HACKS to Start the School Year Strong! By Renee Leon For teachers and families with young children, August means the end of flexible schedules and the need to improve planning and communication. Depending on the family, the need to be HIGHLY efficient can be intense! I spoke to two IMPRESSIVE moms, both teachers, and am happy to share 10 tips for staying sane and organized.   Meal prep “What’s for dinner?” No need to panic. Spend 30 minutes a week to plan meals for the week and order them on your favorite grocery app. Then train the family to look at the meal plan and then ask, “how can I help with this incredible dinner?” Okay, that last part is still a dream, but it is a lovely one, yes?! Family calendar Paper calendar or fancy color-coded Google calendar. Either way, get the whole family to look at that calendar daily. HUGE help in ensuring everyone ... read more

July Tips to Being Cool & Staying Cool By Renee Leon We all want to be cool, literally and figuratively, right? Well, maybe some of us have let go of societal definitions of “cool”, but we surely want to enjoy friends and family this July and to stay cool along the way. Here are some tips for being Colorado Cool! First, a song called Colorado Cool by La Femme - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5C3muG249ns     Next, schedule some cool outdoor activities. Find one of MANY unique coffee shops like Jubilee Roasting Co or The French Press! Maybe check out a Saturday Farmer’s Market near you! Try Rebel Marketplace (312 Del Mar Cir) or Southland’s Farmer’s Market (6100 S. Main St). First Saturdays of the month, check out Colfax Art Jams! As things heat up, head indoors fo ... read more