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Party of Four Article by Jen Fortner I love teenagers. I really do. Give me a teenager over a newborn any day of the week. I know babies are magical, and they are darling when sleeping, but I find them to be well… a bit boring. Show me an experience, any experience, with a teenager that could be characterized as boring? Impossible. Terrifying. Mystifying. Trying. Thrilling. Dizzying. I still prefer that drama compared to infant drama. So due to my love of teenagers and my penchant for...
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20 Years of Golf and Good Times
From history to celebrations, discover the excitement that awaits you at The Meadows at Mystic Lake Article by Emily McKeever | Photography by SMSC Multimedia Team The Meadows at Mystic Lake is far more than a place to master your follow-through or cheer from the gallery at your favorite golf tournament. It’s a hub of connection where people come together over their love of golf, and where friends, new and old, share a delicious meal in the sun or enjoy the variety of entertainment available...
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Inside Mad Muscle Garage
How Mad Muscle Garage built a business around classic cars and community Article by Amanda Wagner Surrounded by classic cars and restoration projects for as long as he can remember, Matt Thoraldson’s love of classic cars and their stories started early in life. Growing up, neighbors and family members were always working on something with four wheels and a story to tell. “I always loved watching the evolution of a car,” he says. “There’s just something about seeing it come together—and...
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Getting Back in the Game
Starting strong and staying strong—whether you're starting fresh or rebuilding your routine—with Crusher Fitness & Health Article by Emily McKeever Hey guys! Has the dad bod run its course? Maybe you’re tired of feeling… well, tired–and are ready to make some changes. If you’re nodding your head in agreement, read on. What better time to kick-start some healthy new routines or head back into the fitness game than this month, when we celebrate our rock-solid role models, dad-joking...
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