Your house holds the energy of your daily experiences, moods, family gatherings and interactions. Over time, stagnant or heavy energy can...
Noteworthy
Finding Joy Through Gardening
The true value of a day spent outdoors is immeasurable. Cool, bright mornings and warm, sunny afternoons with the buzz of the world moving around...
Jonathan Rundman Is Making Waves
Music has always come naturally to Jonathan Rundman. “Starting at age 18, I spent 30 years as a touring singer-songwriter,” says Rundman, an Edina...
“We Are Definitely Human”
If you’ve been looking for the perfect picture book that your toddler will obsess over, look no further because X. Fang has created yet another...
Celebrate Spring with a Carrot Cake
A family favorite that’s always requested for birthday parties and spring celebrations, carrot cake holds a special place in our hearts. Elevate...
Eco Upgrades for Your Home
Improving your home’s comfort can save money and help create a sustainable future. Here are a few upgrades that benefit both your wallet and the...
Spring Into New Adventures
Spring is a great time to explore a hobby, learn a new skill or try a fun activity. As light and energy increase, we’re eager for adventure and...
The Art of Mindful Eating
In 2016, I had a short stint of learning loving kindness meditation alongside a group of monks who had invited me to live with them for a few weeks....
A Perfectly Tender and Guilt-Free Indulgence
This is a lovely spring dish that showcases that pork does not have to be a high-fat option. It’s lean, tender and a great way to have a...
“The Mighty Red”
Kismet Poe is a former goth, high school senior and beautiful brainiac. In her, farmwife Winnie Geist finds the angel who calms her son, Gary, the...
A Swoon-Worthy Date Night Delight
Does it really get more indulgent than homemade macaroni and cheese with lobster in it? I don’t think so. Lobster Macaroni and Cheese is the...
“Out of the Pods” Keeps Listeners in the Know
Since its debut five years ago, Love is Blind has become a reality TV phenomenon as it asks the question of whether people can fall in love sight...
The Transformative Power of Yoga Retreats
Every so often I have a truly pinch me moment in my life. It usually happens around the time I drag out my suitcase to pack for a yoga and...
Finding Voice Through Art in “What Lolo Wants”
Minnesota author Cristina Oxtra’s debut picture book stars a Filipina child and her grandfather whose connection extends beyond spoken words. Maria...
Normandale Elementary School Is Recognized for Excellence
We have many opportunities to experience a little taste of France in Edina, from delicious croissants and macarons at Patisserie Margo to...
A Collection of Firsts in “Neighbors and Other Stories”
Neighbors and Other Stories by Diane Oliver is populated with the people of the Jim Crow South after World War II. In Oliver’s stories, the reader...
A Mindful New Year with Meditation
As we begin a new year, I want to share my favorite micro habit for health and happiness: meditation. Studies have shown that even eight minutes of...
Craft a Soothing Cup of Chai Tea
January is one of my favorite months of the year because it celebrates National Hot Tea Month. Tea has long been a cherished beverage of mine—I’ve...
Elevate Your Morning With Gourmet Avocado Toast
Cauliflower Avocado Toast With Salmon and Poached Egg is a fantastic dish—full of healthy fats, protein and low in carbs. It’s become a signature...
“Can’t Nobody Make a Sweet Potato Pie Like Our Mama!”
On first reading, this picture book is the story of Minnesota twins, making sweet potato pie with mama. They shop at the farmers market—and they...
