Spring is the season of new beginnings, and this year, my husband and I are embarking on one of our own: searching for our first home. It’s an exciting (and slightly overwhelming!) journey—open houses, endless inspiration and Pinterest boards and the anticipation of finding the place where we’ll build our future.
As we dream about how we’ll decorate—imagining walls lined with bookshelves, cozy nooks and an inviting atmosphere—I can’t help but think about how homes truly reflect the people who fill it. In these pages, we’re celebrating just that: the spaces we create and the lives we build within them. In this, our homes, family and senior living issue, I welcome you to make your life a little brighter.
From expert advice on refreshing your décor to creating a community welcome to everyone—regardless of age—this issue highlights the many ways that a house becomes a home and a city becomes a community.
One such story that demonstrates our wonderful community is our Tastemakers, where writer Rachel Schuehle connects with Justin and Becky Ahlstrom. As the owners of Grackle, an elevated, from-scratch restaurant, the Ahlstroms aimed to bring a slice of Justin’s childhood community to Maple Grove—in which they’ve greatly succeeded. If you haven’t already tasted the flavors of Grackle, I highly recommend making a reservation.
And for those, like my husband and I, who are just beginning their journey, I hope you find ideas that spark excitement for what’s ahead.
Here’s to new chapters and the beauty of home.
