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2011
I have often wondered how someone maintains a koi pond thoughout a Minnesota winter. I have sold a few homes with ponds and waterfalls that hold these beautiful fish that resemble a giant goldfish. I did sell one in the winter and the buyers were koi-experts. They knew if the pond wasn't properl...
09/23/2011
Years ago I travelled along Hwy 101 almost weekly on trips from college in Mankato to my home in North St. Paul. There were a few icons that marked the trail and the big 7up silo was one of them. The barn was aging as was the fading colors of the giant 7up can. On a more recent trip, I noticed a...
09/11/2011
Welcome to 6709 E Shadow Lake Drive, Lino Lakes!SOLD!! BEAUTIFUL SUNSETS! Brilliant Sunsets right outside YOUR door! Only a relocation allows this wonderful lakeshore property to be available. With brilliant sunsets on private, full recreational Reshanau Lake, This is the perfect place to mov...
09/11/2011
As far back as I can remember, this stone house has been a part of the Como Park Zoo. I don't know if the building was ever a working water wheel but from the discoloration, it probably was at some point. Now, it is just a beautiful back drop for this colorful flower garden. It is near the entra...
09/04/2011
Did you know that not all full recreational lakes in Minnesota have public access? Yes, most larger lakes have several access points for the public to use boats, jet skis and other motorized water craft. But there are a few hidden gems that only allow homeowners along the lake to launch boats a...
09/01/2011