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JANUARY

FEBRUARY 2017

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CONTENTS

JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2017

PHOTOGRAPHY BY JILL OCKHARDT BLAUFUSS PHOTOGRAPHY

FEATURE 40 THE BEAUTY OF HOME Designing a home where faith, family, and compassion reside.

DEPARTMENTS 14 HUMOR A non-traditional family takes the quintessential American family vacation to Disneyland over Christmas.

26 FOCUS Inspired Home pays tribute to respected artist Charles Beck’s beautiful wood cut prints.

32 TRENDS A look at the work of Phillip Jeffries, a world leader in natural, textured and specialty wall coverings.

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50 ARCHITECTURE David Reid, president of Radiant Homes, gives his thoughts on a guesthouse project recently completed on Pelican Lake.

56 COLOR Benjamin Moore reveals the 2017 Color of the Year, “Shadow.”

62 PETS Important tips to help our fourlegged family members remain healthy through the frigid weather.

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12 Musings 20 Elements 28 Events 75 Wine Wisdom 78 Reflections

68 CUISINE Chef Granville Wood puts a new spin on basic stew with his spicy, sweet Mexican Pork and Butternut Squash Stew.

74 INGREDIENTS Impress your guests with an elegant and easy-to-make Walnut Macaroon Cake.

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CONTRIBUTORS

Sheri L. Fercho An NDSU business graduate, Fercho lives in Fargo with husband Bill, son Ben and their beloved black Lab Jaguar. Fercho appreciates architecture, and good design. Things that bring joy to her hearta beautiful rose garden reminiscent of her grandmother’s, beautiful landscapes and her faith.

Kate Podolak Kate has always had a love for art and fashion. She enjoys painting abstracts with vibrant colors, spending time with family, traveling and creating recipes in her kitchen. Cuddle time with her cat Ollie is important and she believes the best things in life aren't things.

Bailey Hovland As an English writing major at Concordia College, Hovland is passionate about writing and social media. "Blending my obsession for interior design with writing and scrolling through the endless feed of tweets, pins, and Instagram posts is my idea of 'living the dream,'" she says. Hovland enjoys reading, coffee shops, DIY projects and working out.

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TERRI FERRAGUT Every issue, we take great pride in presenting this beautiful local home and lifestyle guide we call Inspired Home. Truth of the matter is, without the heart and dedication of this talented and professional team, this publication would not be possible. Issue after issue, their creativity brings Inspired Home to your doorstep or area business. They inspire me.

Wanda Perkins For nearly 20 years, Perkins has creatively written stories about local, national and international people and topics. Her book, Blessing After Blessing − Seeing God’s Blessings in All the Seasons of Life was published in 2006.

An NDSU speech communication graduate, she lives in Fargo with her intelligent rescued dog, Jake.

Dayna Del Val Del Val is the executive director of The Arts Partnership, where she writes a monthly column on the arts for The Forum, manages two staff members and an active board, and works to support the mission of cultivating the arts in our community through a variety of ways.

In other words, she wears 27 hats! She is also a professional actor and writer.

She lives in Fargo with her husband and their golden retriever, and she loves when her college-aged son is home on breaks.

Zainah Haider Ever since she was young, Haider remembers her parents always taking pictures.

“They have inspired me to love photography.

We get pretty competitive when we travel, and we see who can take the best pictures,” she says. Competition or not, Haider says she will always love photography as an art form.

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Every issue we share a fresh and local approach to your home and life.

JoAnn Ohma Ohma has always had a passion for words and how they work together.

She loves working behind the scenes at Inspired Home, honing and polishing each story into what you read on the page, all while making sure the author’s voice shines through.

Bernie Erickson Specializing in helping his clients make small changes with maximum impact, Erickson is a sales associate with Park Company REALTORS® in Fargo.

Granville Wood Wood is an international chef who has worked in London, Stockholm, Toronto, Vancouver, Palm Beach and Houston before moving to Fargo with wife Susie, a doctor with Sanford Health.

Most recently he operated The Blue Goose Café in the Plains Art Museum.

Lauren F. Carlson Ferragut, a Fargo native and geologist, is a research assistant at Cornell University at the New York Agricultural Experiment Station, where she conducts field work and data collection for the study of shrub willow as bio mass. She enjoys cooking, baking, running, renaissance art and writing.

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Ashley F. Johnson Ashley Ferragut Johnson, formally from Oklahoma City, has found her way back into the heartland.

Living once again in her beloved Fargo— with husband, and two children, she is a Registered Nurse at Sanford Medical Center and writer. She lives for her family, to travel and taste great food and wine. She views life as an adventure, and can't wait to show her children the world.

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PHIL STAHL Stahl began his lifelong passion for all things creative in South Dakota, where time and long landscapes are plentiful.

An NDSU architect graduate, with emphasis in art/photography, his two-decade practice with Stahl Architects has led him places to observe life, including Europe and the Middle East. He is an adjunct lecturer at NDSU, national speaker for Intern Development, a regular contributor to regional and national home magazines, and has been featured on HGTV and in Dwell.

Grace Estes Estes has always found writing compelling.

Whether it is as simple as writing a card or writing for a local paper, words have great impact on others. She resides in Grand Forks with her husband and spends her free time cooking and hopes to start gardening at the local coop this summer.

Shauna Fellman A small-town girl at heart, Fellman states, “My dream is to raise our kids in the country with days consumed by exploration.” Until then, Fellman lives in West Fargo with her husband, John, their two young boys and baby daughter. When not working as a registered nurse, she enjoys traveling, art, cooking, and being outdoors with her family.

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inter brings welcomed opportunities to reflect and start anew; thoughts of planning, organizing and formulating future projects that the spring season sets rapidly in forward motion.

With forethought and local expertise, the brainstorming and conceived designs become trusted plans that eventually evolve into treasured pieces of who we really are — our sanctuaries and homes.

In this issue we take great pride in exploring our most tranquil areas of our home — the bed and bath. We had great fun searching for new information and innovative trends that you can incorporate into your own homes.

Our Inspired Home readers tell us they appreciate the fresh ideas and helpful tips for home and life that they glean, cover to cover from our magazine — and this issue, you will love!

Bedrooms and baths are areas in our home that are personal and uniquely different spaces in our lives. The planning and design, whether you are building or remodeling, reflects our lifestyles and us as individuals. Ultimately, these living spaces can become a place we can retreat to, a place of quiet respite.

We are excited to bring you our January/February issue, which has something for everyone.

From beautiful bedroom design trends to the tasty warmth we all crave from a hearty winter stew, you will enjoy reading every page.

Enjoy the season of snow and your Inspired Home Winter issue!

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Editorial Director Terri Ferragut Contributing Editor JoAnn Ohma Creative Terri Ferragut Susan Walker Amy Pollard Director of Operations Scott Drzewiecki Contributing Photographers Zainah Haider Granville Wood Scott Amundson Photography Jill Ockhardt Blaufuss Photograph Contributing Writers Lauren Ferragut Carlson Bernie Erickson Terri Ferragut Ashley Ferragut Johnson Dayna Del Val Wanda M. Perkins Sheri Fercho Granville Wood Social Media Director Bailey Hovland

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Destination: Disneyland The ups, downs and in-betweens of family vacations.

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f anyone on the planet still had a dictionary—and if they could find it and look up “nontraditional family”— there would most likely be our picture staring back.

It’s not because we’re a blended family whose “at last” didn’t happen “at first”; it just seems like we never do anything the easy or normal way.

This year, we decided it was time to take the quintessential normal American family vacation— Christmas with the grandchildren and their parents at Disneyland in sunny southern California!

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Because normal families would all get on a plane, arrive at their destination, rent a couple cars and some car seats and strollers and be on their way, we wouldn’t be doing that.

We got airline tickets for the kids and their parents, climbed in our giant SUV, tossed in a couple strollers and car seats and took off for California.

Normal people would not drive through the Rocky Mountains in the dead of winter, so of course, that is exactly what we decided to do.

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I often find going any distance with a wallet in my back pocket gets uncomfortable and put it in the seat next to me. Three times on our quest through the mountains, the roads were so slippery and the visibility so poor that I put my wallet in my jacket pocket so they could identify my body when they found our giant SUV at the bottom of some ravine in the spring.

The kids got on the plane in Fargo like normal people, changed planes in Denver and had some lunch like normal people, and arrived at John Wayne airport in Orange County at dinnertime. We drove by acres of silver rental SUVs at the airport and walked by rows of rental car seats and strollers in the terminal and met the kids. We then rented another car and one more car seat because there was no way four adults and three children would fit in our SUV, no matter how giant it was.

Because luxury hotels have never been all that important to us, we reserved two adjoining rooms for three nights at a “park adjacent” property. Staying “park adjacent” is a great way to remain adjacent to some of your money, and we quickly realized being across the street from the park was actually closer to the action than the resort hotels on-site. The rooms looked as tired as the parents and grandparents occupying them but were clean enough and sensibly priced as far as overpriced theme park hotels go.

We grabbed a bite to eat at one of those national 24-hour breakfast places packed full of tired, grouchy kids and their equally tired and grouchy adults and called it a night.

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those pre-car-safety days and riding around in the open back of a pickup truck. Dad or Grandpa would be driving down a gravel road at 50 miles per hour, hit a bump, and one of us kids would go flying and land somewhere in the mound of whatever was being hauled.

It was wonderful.

You know what’s especially nice about having three grandchildren under the age of 10? They’re still too young to be mortified by their parents’ and grandparents’ behavior.

While the normal grandparents were enjoying a cool beverage in a spot in the shade or quietly dozing off, we were determined to hit every attraction we possibly could.

And the kids were more than happy to accompany us on every ride we’d waited 45 years to experience.

And experience them we did. We had those spinning tea cups whirling so fast that 7-yearold Gabby turned a really disturbing shade of mint green. Nine-year-old Brian got to ride on the modern-day Star Wars Adventure along with experiencing the decades-old Space Mountain that probably debuted when I was about his age.

And the kid totally leading the charge?

That would be 3-year-old Chloe. She tried standing on her tippy-toes to pass the height requirement, which didn’t fool anyone, but when she was tall enough, she was at the front of the line for every “big kid” ride.

Theme parks do a really nice job bringing families together while separating us from our money. Seemed like lunch cost about the same as a week’s groceries, a princess dress and an up-do for a 6-year-old was about the same price as a prom ensemble for a 17-year-old, and the fantastic family photo with the little girls’ hair standing straight on end and expertly snapped while the gang was plunging down 20 stories in the Tower of Terror seemed about the same price as my senior portrait.

And it was worth every penny.

After four days of fun in the sun, we dropped the kids and their parents at the airport and began making our way back to the Midwest in our giant SUV. Being normal for once was really fun. I think we’ll try it again some time.

Wishing you all the best in 2017, and hoping you take the opportunity to do one thing you’ve wanted to do since you were a kid.

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Artisans of Excellence Bernhardt Furniture Company continues a legacy of craftsmanship and leadership.

BY WANDA M. PERKINS | Photography courtesy Bernhardt Furniture Company

Reflections in brass depict the Kensington Metal Canopy Bed and Kent Three-Drawer Chest with brass nailhead detailing. A round Jacob Ottoman offers a perfect accent to the design.

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n 1889, as a logger near Grandfather Mountain in North Carolina, John Mathias Bernhardt had a vision to craft exceptional quality furniture and then transport it on the country’s first railroads. What began with one man’s dream, his reputation of quality and his hardworking resolve to persevere under extreme hardships, has become one of the largest, family-owned-and-operated furniture companies in the country.

Today, Bernhardt Furniture Company continues its incredible legacy with the fourth-generation of Bernhardts carrying on the

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The Bayonne Upholstered Bed with channeled upholstered headboard and Quinn Bachelor’s chest in oak solids and veneers in black-limed finish and gold piping is simply enchanting.

torch of excellence and craftsmanship. Headquartered in Lenoir, N.C., and recognized across the world, this award-winning furniture manufacturer is a leader in innovative contemporary and traditional furniture designs.

When it comes to stylish bedroom furniture, Bernhardt sets a high standard of distinction and elegance. “Our brand is known for creating jewelry for the home, creating luxury moments where we live. This is accomplished by mixing different finishes and materials, with an emphasis on a variety of metals,” says Heather Eidenmiller, INSPIRED HOME | 21

An Aragon Bed with a hand-carved Mango wood headboard and footboard wrapped in German Silver creates dramatic style. The Parkin Drawer Chest features gray hair-on-hide with saddle stitching and a polished stainless steel plinth base.

“Our original guiding principle is quality craftsmanship in all our products and a responsibility and partnership with the people of our community.”

Heather Eidenmiller, director of brand development, Bernhardt Furniture Company.

Shown in Espresso finish, the Lindsey Upholstered Bed is serenity in blue. An Aurelia nightstand shown with walnut veneers and champagne finish drawer fronts, and Campion Stools in polished stainless steel and gray leather add shine and texture.

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director of brand development for Bernhardt Furniture Company. “This is apparent in our bedroom furniture where we use unique materials such as woven abaca mixed with rustic oak, high-quality clear acrylic mixed with brass or stainless steel or hand-carved mango wood covered in German silver.”

What inspires the designs for these exquisite bedroom pieces? Eidenmiller says the company draws its inspiration from other luxury categories, like ready-to-wear fashion, jewelry, handbags and accessories.

The combination of design details from these items can be translated into home furnishings, a reality that the company sees within boutique hotels around the world that feature the newest design ideas and styling.

Despite the company’s global success, it strives to achieve additional goals. “We desire to grow as a company by designing unique items that inspire people who are passionate about their home,” Eidenmiller says. “We hope people will fall in love with our furniture, and it becomes a part of a home they will love for years to come.

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PEACE{FULL} Regal sophistication describes Bernhardt’s Maxime Wing Bed with an upholstered button-tufted headboard, Herringbone Drawer Cabinet and accent Mansfield Bench.

more places throughout the world.”

Passionately committed to the artistry of furniture making, the company is equally committed to establishing relationships with their clients. “Our original guiding principle is quality craftsmanship in all our products and a responsibility and partnership with the people of our community and our retail partners,” Eidenmiller says. “These principles form the bedrock of our company and have enabled us to flourish.”

Kyle Johansen, corporate executive director of merchandising at Gabberts/HOM, says, “Bernhardt’s attention to detail, innovative product designs, and superb quality have allowed it to stand the test of time. We carry the line in both our Uptown and Fine Furniture Galleries at all HOM Furniture locations, and our customers absolutely love the product offerings at both galleries.”

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“Our brand is known for creating jewelry for the home, creating luxury moments where we live. This is accomplished by mixing different finishes and materials, with an emphasis on a variety of metals.”

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See Bernhardt Furniture locally at HOM Furniture/Gabberts.

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t is that time of year again! The Home Builders Association is rolling out the red carpet for the 56th Annual Home and Garden Show. The featured local presenters sharing their knowledge and expertise will be Dr. Eric Berg and Joe Bergeson. Berg is a professor at NDSU teaching “Introduction to Animal Science, Research and Issues in Animal Agriculture, and Livestock Muscle Physiology.” Bergeson serves as the third-generation family owner of Bergeson Nursery, a beautiful expansive nursery and public garden focusing on plant education.

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"On average, people who purchase and prepare food are three to four generations removed from the farm and often have questions about where their food and ingredients come from."

Dr. Eric Berg, NDSU professor and BBQ Boot Camp member

Dr. Eric Berg, a member of the NDSU BBQ Boot Camp, will process a side of pork for his 2017 Home & Garden audience to show them where their favorite cuts of meat come from and how to cook them properly.

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Berg will be sharing his experience as a member of the BBQ Boot Camp, an outreach program created to “bridge the gap between food consumer and food producer.” He says, on average, people who purchase and prepare food are three to four generations removed from the farm and often have questions about where their food and ingredients come from.

“Our program brings people in with the promise of learning how to grill and BBQ,” he says. It also provides those answers by people who are “directly involved with research, teaching and cooperative extension programs focused on animal agriculture.”

Berg will process a side of pork for his audience so they can see firsthand where their favorite cuts of meat come from. He’ll also explain why different pieces need to be cooked differently (some high temps, some at low temps, with varying degrees of humidity.)

He’ll share great BBQ tips and tricks and will have delicious samples to try.

Warmer weather is great for barbecuing, and if you ask Joe Bergeson of Bergeson Nursery, it is time to garden.

Bergeson and his wife, Kae, took over his grandparents’ Fertile, Minn., family nursery, which was created in 1937. Olga and Melvin Bergeson started out by selling fruit trees, shade, windbreak and ornamental trees. The nursery expanded, developing and introducing what would become popular species in our area such as Red Splendor, Flowering Crab, INSPIREDHOMEMAGAZINE.COM

Bergeson Ash, Flame Willow and Dogwood.

Bergeson designs the popular and breathtaking annual display of flowerbeds at the nursery, providing free tours. The gardens include 30 flowerbeds filled with annuals, perennials, roses and shrubs. “Visitors come each year to receive planting ideas, have a picnic or just enjoy the beautiful flowers in a natural setting,” Bergeson adds.

Bergeson will share great botanical advice, including how to grow fruit in northern climates and how to mix perennials and annuals for easy, yet incredible, texture, depth and color results.

He’ll also present a talk on planting all for all four seasons, and using color combinations that will stun and awe. “My primary focus in my seminars is to let people know how to get lovely results with a minimum of effort.

At Bergeson’s, we like to do things with as little effort as possible and, therefore, are able to give good tips to people who don't necessarily have a lot of time to devote to their gardens and landscaping.”

Whether you’re yearning for the smoky smell of a great barbeque or you want great advice for your 2017 gardening, this year’s presenters truly have something for everyone.

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trends

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Wonderful Wall Artistry for your Home The return of designing walls with fascinating flair.

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ver the years, designers and homeowners have had a love-hate relationship with wallpaper and wall coverings.

From the flamboyant prints of the 1960s to images of fruit and barnyard friends in the ’70s and ’80s, wallpaper has seemingly defied expert naysayers and is returning as a much-desired design trend.

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Thibaut’s Gulf Shore is a gilded raffia that is brushed with a layer of metallic, creating a wonderful textural wallcovering

Serengeti wallpaper is absolutely alluring in aqua, along with a Luxe Weave Brentwood settee in sea glass from Thibaut (www.thibautdesign.com).

Thibaut’s Santé Fe natural paperweave wallcovering comes in a variety of delightful colors to accommodate any preference.

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“In the ’60s and ’70s, wallpaper was very popular among baby boomers, but by the ’80s, it became mass marketed and lacked the quality depictive of today’s products,” remarks Stacy Senior, chief marketing director at Thibaut, the oldest continuously operating wallpaper company in the U.S., established in 1886. “Today, inspiration is drawn from fashion trends with modern and hip elements to interest a younger generation.”

Much of the dislike of wallpapers of the past stems from negative experiences with removal. This happens because walls were simply not primed prior to application. This has greatly improved as high-quality products are easy to strip. People still prefer patterns, colors and design, and wallpaper offers a unique way to personalize a space.

“Our company creates amazing wallcoverings and wall surfaces, not traditional wallpaper,” notes Jeffrey Bershad, CEO of Phillip Jeffries, a world leader in natural, textured and specialty wall coverings.

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Quality and new, interesting designs are associated with recent wallpapers and wall coverings. “Wallpaper and wall coverings speak to the scale of a room,” Senior adds. “It can be the star, such as an image of a dramatic glistening tree, or it can play a supporting role that complements the furnishings of a room. Large-scale patterns are more hip and current. As a company, we always consult designers and address their needs as well as INSPIREDHOMEMAGAZINE.COM

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Resilient, stylish and dramatic, the enduring beauty of wallpaper and wall coverings will likely live on for years to come. So, before you paint all the interior walls of your home a dreary shade of beige, why not consider another option? With literally thousands of the latest wallpapers and wallcoverings to choose from, your home can personally reflect your design preferences.

But how does a homeowner decide where to incorporate wall beauty? Whole rooms?

An accent wall? Ceilings?

“Wall cover everything in your home!”

Bershad jokes. “You can create a stunning visual impact or you layer texture to sustain a peaceful setting. ‘Beyond’ landscape murals create amazing effects on a room. At the same time, there is nothing more elegant or romantic than a reflective ceiling, such as our Japanese handmade silver leaf wallcovering.

And when you wrap a whole room in texture like silk, burlap, grass cloth, linen or suede, you achieve livable warmth and depth that looks great for years.”

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The Beauty of Home Designing a home where faith, family, and compassion reside.

Designer Denise Drake stands near a curved abstract acrylic design by artist Jay Pfeifer. floral designer Shirley Stavedahl enhanced the townhome’s rich color scheme with complementing floral arrangements.

The wood-burning, stackedstone fireplace in the living room makes a grand focal statement. A mid-century coffee table was fitted with a granite top for durability.

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A view from a cherry and wrought-iron staircase shows an upper balcony. The living room beneath is bathed in filtered natural lighting with cherry-trimmed transom windows.

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Homeowners Senator-elect Jim Roers and Sandra enjoy entertaining and spending time with family in their home.

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ow does one describe home? For Jim and Sandra Roers, home is the place where faith and family join. It’s a place where giving comes from the heart.

Built in 1991, their four-bedroom, four-bath Fargo townhome initially had separated rooms. “Sandra wanted an inviting, open home with flexibility to entertain guests,” designer Denise Drake recalls. “We accomplished this by converting an existing breezeway into functional space while designing an open concept.”

By repositioning the front door of the home, a new powder room was added with transitional space between the garage and main living area.

A butler’s pantry near the kitchen cleverly conceals any cooking mess.

It’s complete with high-end appliances, including a washer and dryer and a beautiful rain glass door. Warm cherry cabinetry and colorful glass backsplashes highlighting copper, brown and gold hues were selected to complement the granite kitchen island and hammered copper range hood.

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An original breezeway was remodeled into an inviting entryway with a peaked wood ceiling.

Detailed stair railings are shown against rare purple hardwood flooring.

A crystal gas fireplace and luxurious, comfortable seating create a welcoming sitting area. Gold mesh light fixtures throughout the home complement warm color preferences.

Another view of the living room shows the open floor plan and second-floor balcony.

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In the kitchen, floor-to-ceiling windows showcase warm cherry cabinetry, a built-in coffee area next to a concealed refrigerator, glass cabinetry for dishes and a spacious copper granite island.

“There is something peaceful about eating together at a beautiful table.

When you personally invite people into your home to dine, it communicates, ‘I care about you.’ That’s the reason why Jim and I enjoy entertaining.”

- Sandra Roers

A hammered copper range hood complements the kitchen’s island and glass backsplash of copper, gold and brown hues.

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“Denise has a wonderful eye for colors and bringing things together,” Sandra notes. “After we approved a plan, she managed the entire project. We came back and everything was completed.”

Convenient to the entry and kitchen, the den is designed with comfort in mind. Jim loves the luxurious espresso leather recliners and the pair of copper mohair swivel chairs that easily melt away the stress of the day. A corner stacked-stone gas fireplace, built-in technology and stereo cabinetry, along with filtered lighting from two sliding glass doors, encourages relaxation. Gold mesh light fixtures were carefully positioned to easily convert this space into a larger dining area capable of seating 24 guests.

“There is something peaceful about eating

together at a beautiful table,” Sandra shares.

“When you personally invite people into your home to dine, it communicates ‘I care about you.’ That’s the reason why Jim and I enjoy entertaining.”

Colorful glass and contemporary art enhance furnishings into personable design elements. Each piece represents previous travels to various destinations. Sandra loves the living room with its high ceilings, white stacked-stone fireplace, including cherry shelving and tuck-away leather stools. Square transom windows cast sunset rays upon an elegant wrought iron and maple staircase.

Upstairs, the couple’s master bedroom is the essence of tranquility. A king-sized cherry bed displays a peaceful wave pattern, and a small patio overlooks views of the golf course.

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A comfortable ease and elegance defines the design flow of the rooms throughout the living space.

The elegant wrought-iron and maple staircase define the dramatic ascension upward to the upper level of the home.

Their walk-in closet contains a convenient washer and dryer, an island for storage and generous storage space.

“One of the unique designs we implemented in the master bath was customizing countertop heights to accommodate Jim and Sandra,” Drake explains. “We also continued the color hues with a pebble metallic wallpaper and gorgeous glass and marble

tile accents.” A lower level includes an open bedroom, family room, powder room and a fourth bedroom behind paned French doors.

Recently elected a North Dakota senator, Jim loves hunting, raising cows and grain, and running the Roers companies. He often enjoys evening crop check drives. Sandra is passionate about community philanthropy work, especially Churches United for the

Stunning art glass pieces like this one pictured here are incorporated throughout the Roers’ home.

Elegant and open, the dining room features a built-in mirrored bar area displaying colorful glass. Cherry paneling and eight-inch crown molding offer beautiful detailing in the home.

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A second-floor master bedrooms highlights a modern cherry king-sized bed with a tranquil wave pattern.

This stacked cherry table adds artistic adds elegance to the master bedroom and showcases another stunning art piece by artist Michael Dunn, Underbrush Gallery.

The spacious master closet shows a convenient island with tuck-away storage for shoes.

Neutral gold colors with sparkling accent pillows and gold-mesh lighting shower the master bedroom in sophisticated style.

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The master bath’s steam shower includes rain glass doors against glass and marble tilework and dark-stained cherry cabinetry.

Granite countertops, glass cabinetry displaying neutral art and frosted bronze tubular accent vanity lights create stunning details in the master bath.

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On carefree days, the couple would likely be found sitting together on their front porch at their ranch taking in magnificent views of western North Dakota. They cherish their five children and 13 grandchildren. With goals to grow their business for the benefit of family,

employees, partners and community, they aspire to leave the world a better place than they found it. Last October, they were honored with the NDSU Development Foundation Leadership Award for community service and leadership.

“When I come home to a nice warm home

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A second-floor guest bedroom accommodates teak furniture, copper accents and a charming view overlooking their outdoor garden area.

in the evening with family present, it feels like a sanctuary to me,” Jim adds.

From the second floor bathtub that’s big enough for several grandkids to the exceptionally-designed floor plan, this is a place where they love spending time. Quite simply, it is home.

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BY TErri Ferragut | Photography by Scott Amundson Photography

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inter at the lake may not always be the initial thought in our minds when we contemplate “getting away.� We perhaps visualize warm, sunny weather and summertime outdoor activities at the lake, yet a winter retreat in the northland can easily be described as the most peaceful and serene imaginable. The still and quiet insulated by the pure white, snow-laden landscape is breathtakingly beautiful and soothing to the soul. Inspired Home recently spoke with David Reid, president of Radiant Homes, for his thoughts on a guesthouse project recently completed on Pelican Lake.

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The living room flows seamlessly into the dining and kitchen spaces and showcases a vaulted wood ceiling. The sweeping curved wall creates the second-floor balcony.

The still and quiet insulated by the pure white, snow-laden landscape is breathtakingly beautiful and soothing to the soul.

The large solid limestone mantle and supporting corbels add substantial mass to the fireplace elevation that helps scale the tall vaulted ceilings.

Large boulder retaining walls allow for a walkout basement on the front lakeside of the home. Steep roof lines and shake siding help define the Cape Cod style.

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A maple butcher block on the accent-colored island adds warmth to the gray-and-white-toned kitchen.

A checkered backsplash and red décor provide vibrancy.

This three-season porch features an intricate barrel-vaulted wood ceiling and beautiful maintenance-free decking. A track system with vinyl-glazed sashes was installed over the screened openings, which can be raised to let in fresh air or lowered to keep out the elements.

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IH: Describe this project in terms of the homeowner’s needs and expectations he had in mind when he came to you with interest in creating a guesthouse.

DR: The owner wanted a space where his children, grandchildren and future generations could gather and cohabit to enjoy time at the lake and celebrate holidays together. The architect, Chris Hawley, did a great job interpreting the owner’s vision in the design and aesthetics of the home. It is a very family-friendly space, which includes five bedrooms, each with its own bathroom.

Two living rooms, one on the main floor and one in the basement, create separate spaces for families relaxing or entertaining guests.

Included is a flex space that could be used for a game room or extra sleeping space.

The basement bathroom, which became commonly referred to as the locker room, features two separate shower stalls and three separate vanities to service guests.

The main floor showcases a unique open kitchen, dining and living space.

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"It was exciting to blend contemporary elements like the cable railing with more traditional cottage-style finishes such as the wood walls and ceilings."

David Reid, president of Radiant Homes

IH: In terms of design, what did you appreciate the most about this project?

DR: I loved working out and executing all of the unique architectural details alongside the functional details that the owner desired.

The site planning for this home presented a unique challenge right away, as the site was not naturally conducive to a walkout basement. Large boulders were used to build retaining walls, which allowed for the walkout basement on the front (lakeside) of the

home. It was exciting to blend contemporary elements like the cable railing with more traditional cottage-style finishes such as the wood walls and ceilings. These details along with others such as a barrel-vaulted wood ceiling and the sunroom with a deck over living space required not only skilled and dedicated craftsmen but also diligent oversight in their execution. The wood floors on the main floor are very unique—sheets of plywood beveled on the edges, installed with exposed fasteners and finished in place.

A gracefully curved balcony adds elegance and architectural interest over the main living area. Wood vaulted ceilings play interestingly off of the sweeping curves.

The lower level "locker room" bathroom features two separate custom glass shower stalls and three vanities, perfect for multiple guests.

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enjamin Moore has once again rolled out the red carpet for its color of the year. From a plethora of warm new hues from the 2017 palette, they have chosen “Shadow,” a deep violet shade that lives up to its namesake.

Benjamin Moore describes the 2017 color of the year as “enigmatic,” a well-deserved adjective for this mysterious yet completely functional color.

Hannah Yeo, color and design expert at Benjamin Moore, spoke with pride and excitement describing this year’s hottest hue, “Shadow 2117-30 is an amazing color in that it can have a violet cast in some light, act as almost a deep neutral in other lighting, all while capturing a sense of mystery, beauty and allure. It’s a master of ambiance, instantly creating mood.”

Yeo explains that the development of this striking hue came after a full year of research.

Darker tones were trending in places like museums, retail, art and fashion. More notable to Benjamin Moore color experts was the prevalence of the use of violet in varying aspects. She further explains the "Elusive and enigmatic, Shadow is a master of ambiance. It is a color that calls to mind a past, yet it can also make a contemporary, color-confident statement," says Ellen O'Neill, Benjamin Moore creative director.

fine arts themselves were a great influence in determining the color. They looked often to how light was used in fine art, and this translated easily for the people of Benjamin Moore, as the color of paint on the wall can vary greatly by the changing light that is cast upon it. All of this research and observation led

A rich royal amethyst, Shadow is a master of ambiance. It can bring total serenity to a room or a sense of high energy to any living space of every interior design style.

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Color Trends 2017 Palette Iceberg 2122-50

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"This smoky violet becomes a great backdrop that allows other colors on the room to appear more vividly.”

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Drama becomes the backdrop in any room where the 2017 Benjamin Moore color of the year, Shadow, plays a design role.

the team to their choice for color of the year.

The paint color “Shadow” itself is a profound shade of violet, intense in its complexity and fullness, but it’s warmth in shade allows it also to cast itself as a neutral so it will work seamlessly among other colors in your home.

Yeo says, “This smoky violet becomes a great backdrop that allows other colors in the room to appear more vividly. Think of it as an alternative to black or other deep neutrals.”

This paint color can instantly create a romantic setting for a dining room, elicit a sense of drama for a library or be used to create a perfect nook in an office. It is its ability to be utilized as a neutral while also adding drama to a space that makes this color so unique and versatile. For those who are nervous about applying a bolder color to their walls, Yeo recommends starting small. She says “Shadow” is a perfect shade to apply to things like side tables, drawers or built-ins, or other small accent color for adding the perfect “wink of color.”

For other paint color inspirations, take special note of the rest of Benjamin Moore’s 2017 palette. They will not disappoint. Yeo says, “You’ll find pockets of color combinations that can be used in a room or in sequence through multiple rooms to create a rich color experience.” Whether you choose Benjamin Moore’s color of the year or one their stunning 23 contenders, don’t shy away from the bold and the beautiful. There is beauty, in the light… and in the shadows.

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Enjoy winter’s wonderland with your pets Cold weather tips for a safe and healthy season

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or many places in the country, February is a month of thawing with warming temperatures and hints that spring is around the corner.

Those of us up north, however, know the days are still short and the weather is still frigid.

Cabin fever has likely set in, and we yearn for the weather that we can walk and play in — and so do our pets.

We spoke to our good friend, Dr. Amy Anderson at West Fargo Animal Hospital, who shared important tips to help our four-legged family members remain healthy through frigid weather. Her first bit of advice: If you’re too cold to take a walk around the block, don’t make your pet do it! There are some days when it is simply safer to skip outdoor activities.

If it’s too cold for you, it’s too cold for them.

For days a bit more tolerable in temperature, clothe your pet appropriately. We throw on sweaters, jackets and boots to keep out the cold; similar products designed for animals can help do the same for them. Dr. Anderson says pet-friendly outerwear is especially helpful for those with shorter or thinner coats.

“A sweater or coat helps to keep them warm, but don’t forget to take it off once inside,” she says. “Their skin needs to ‘breathe;’ not allowing that could lead to skin infections.

Booties help to prevent paws from freezing when outside. Many dogs don’t like the booties, but if they will keep them on, they really help prevent cold paws!”

A great bit of advice Dr. Anderson gave us last winter season was to start getting your pet acclimated to the winter booties by placing them on their paws in warmer weather. Put them on frequently and let them wear them around the house, so by the time polar temperatures arrive your dog is already accustomed to wearing them.

Another great tip that will help keep your pet insulated is to make sure your dog (or cat) is properly groomed. Dr. Anderson warns that coats that are matted, dirty and not well maintained do a poor job of protecting our pet in the winter months.

Lastly, it is important that if your pet is outside part of the time and tolerates cold weather well (like some breeds do), make sure they have access to water, food and shelter so they can get out of the wind if they need to. If you see an animal left outside without access to these things, if their coat is in

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It’s also important to be aware of the signs and symptoms of frostbite or hypothermia in your pet or any other animals you might come across on blustery wintry walks. Dr. Anderson cautions, “Signs of frostbite include cold extremities, discolored extremities (white, extremely red or black), hard/scabby skin on tips of ears, tail or paw pads, and pain in these areas. Signs of hypothermia include a very low body temperature (97 degrees Fahrenheit), lethargy and shivering or shaking.” Should your pet suffer from any of these symptoms, contact your local veterinarian immediately.”

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The rich, sensual aromas of a slow-cooked dinner fill your senses as you open the door. It’s time to pop the cork of that silky merlot and get settled in front of the fire with a steaming bowl of slowly braised beef stew.

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t’s dark, and it’s cold. The workday is over, but it feels so much later. Pulling into the driveway, the glow of lights from the house is so inviting. Kitchen windows are fogged with steam; your stomach growls, fending off the cold with anticipation of a hot meal. The rich, sensual aromas of a slow-cooked dinner fill your senses as you open the door. It’s time to pop the cork of that silky merlot and get settled in front of the fire with a steaming bowl of slowly braised beef stew.

The kitchen is the soul of a house. It is a sensory sanctuary, if you will. It nourishes us through smell, taste and touch—no TV, just the music of bubbling pots, sizzling pans and the rhythmic sound of chopping. The kitchen is the gathering place as it always has been, going back to the days when everything was cooked over an open fire. There is a sense of security in sitting around the kitchen table talking, eating or just hanging out over a coffee.

Each country and nationality has their version of slow-braised dishes. We have beef stew, chicken and dumplings, chili, country captain and short ribs. The beauty of these slow-braised dishes is they allow you to use lesser-known and less expensive cuts—brisket, rump, shoulder and shank. These cuts are full of flavor when it is extracted slowly through braising.

Take our basic beef stew concept with a few ingredient modifications plus a healthy dose of red wine, and voila! You have the French version beef Bourguignon. Swap out the wine for a good dark beer and you now have the Belgian beef carbonnade, and so it goes. There are other classics, such as the French cassoulet, which incorporates pork, lamb, sausage and beans; Italy’s osso bucco Milanese, featuring the shank of veal; and Morocco’s curried lamb with apricots and almonds.

These types of dishes are generous in both texture and complexity of flavors. One of my favorites is a Mexican-style pork stew with butternut squash, poblano peppers and cumin.

This dish has layers of flavor and is both spicy and sweet. The secret to making any of these heavy, meaty dishes brighter is the addition of the zest of lemon, lime or oranges. For this pork stew, I use both orange and lime for a zesty burst of freshness.

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We all have our favorite slow-cooked dinner, whether it be in a heavy Dutch oven or a modern, stylish slow cooker. Each have their purpose, and both yield what the season calls for—a rich, flavorful dinner with very little fuss. Both styles of cooker require work on the front end and pure pleasure on the back end. The difference between the two is that the Dutch oven needs you to be around whereas the new slow cookers not only brown the meat before braising but know when to shut

down and hold the dinner until you are ready.

The beauty of the new electric slow cookers is that you can set them up to cook all night and the next day put them in your car and head to your ice house. Most SUVs and cars these days have the capability to plug in a cooker, or if you have a generator, you are all set for a nice, hot lunch while on the ice.

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Holiday Entertaining T Mexican Pork and Butternut Squash Stew INGREDIENTS: 3 pounds boneless pork butt 3 poblano peppers 2 large yellow onions 2 large red peppers 6–8 garlic cloves 2 butternut squash 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 3 tablespoons cumin 1 tablespoon smoked paprika 1 quart chicken stock 1 tablespoon red pepper flakes 1 tablespoon black pepper 1 tablespoon kosher salt 1 tablespoon Mexican oregano 1 cup orange juice 1 lime, finely zested 4 tablespoons chopped cilantro

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Method: Cut pork into 2-inch cubes.

Blister the poblano peppers on all sides under the broiler. While hot, place in a bowl and cover with film wrap. When cool enough to handle, peel off the skin, split and remove seeds. Cut into thick strips.

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Peel onions and cut into 1-inch pieces.

Cut the red peppers in half; remove the seeds and cut into 1-inch squares.

Thinly slice the garlic.

Peel and split the squash. Remove the seeds and cut into 2-inch cubes.

Heat the oil in a Dutch oven with a lid or in a slow cooker. Without crowding, brown the pork chunks on all sides.

Remove and hold on the side. Add the onions, red peppers and garlic. Sauté briefly to add some color to the onions.

Add the pork back in and mix.

Add the cumin; mix well. Add the paprika; mix well. Add the chicken stock; stir.

Add the red pepper flakes, black pepper, kosher salt, Mexican oregano and orange juice.

If using a Dutch oven, cover and put in a preheated 350-degree oven and cook for 2 hours or until pork is fork tender. If using a slow cooker, cover and cook on medium heat for 4 hours or until pork is fork tender.

Just prior to serving, add the lime zest and chopped cilantro.

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INGREDIENTS

An easy and elegant Scandinavian favorite

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Airy deliciousness coupled with ground walnuts yields impressive macaroon layers to create this Scandinavian favorite.

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y family and I had a big year in 2016.

After 12 years of being “Craig and Lo,” my nowhusband and I were married in Fargo, which included many hours in the kitchen baking more than 200 Norwegian kringle as wedding favors for our guests. A few weeks later, we hopped a plane with my entire family— including my grandparents—destination

The fragrant combination of coffee, the richness of whipped cream and a touch of brown sugar make this filling beautiful to look at and luscious to eat.

Ready to construct! The first completed layer of macaroon and filling will be followed by another macaroon layer and filling with a final layer of scrumptious macaroon topped with chocolate ganache.

Norway to meet our relatives and the origin of my favorite kringle recipe.

As we shared our life stories with our Norwegian relatives, many conversations were centered upon food and family.

Upon returning home, I was inspired to bake traditional Norwegian recipes from a cookbook we received as a wedding gift:

“Scandinavian Baking” by Trine Hahnemann.

It is filled with treasured recipes that I grew up with along with those that I’ve never heard of. And yes, I have decided to bake my way through the entire book!

My first journey into my new cookbook was Sønderjydske rye bread. We devoured so much hearty rye bread in Norway that it

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inter has officially arrived in all its sub-zero glory. Fortunately, nothing warms you up quite like a glass of red wine. Here are a couple of my favorite cold-weather gems, perfect for those cozy nights by the fireplace!

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Napa Valley Quilt Cabernet Sauvignon 2014 This is a brand-new wine created by legendary winemaker Joe Wagner, famous for Caymus wines.

It is a blend of six Napa Valley AVAs, (American Viticultural Areas) which officially designate a wine to specific grape-growing regions in the United States under the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau. This label allows vintners and consumers to attribute quality, reputation or wine characteristics to an exact geographical region.

Blended to create a deep, complex wine, you’ll experience notes of chocolate, leather and smoke on the nose with juicy blackberry and current on the palate. Most Napa Valley cabernets can stand up to some serious comfort food, and this wine is no different!

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only made sense to make this first. It was simple, delicious and dense. I still continue to use my sourdough starter so I can bake this traditional bread anytime.

Our friends recently opened a winery in the Finger Lakes of New York. For their opening night, I made medaljer, or medals, as a congratulations gift. Medaljer are a sandwich-style cookie with a lovely, subtle lemon flavor. They are filled with whipped cream, and tucked inconspicuously in the center of the cream filling is apple compote,

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Prep Whip cream until frothy and chill.

Add sugar to sweeten.

Add 6 oz. fresh coffee to Irish whiskey.

Add brown sugar and stir until completely dissolved, which help float the cream.

With a warm spoon, place the chilled cream on top of the coffee.

Tip: Pour cream over the back of spoon onto the coffee, which prevents cream from sinking.

Tip: Pour cream over the back of spoon onto the coffee, which prevents cream from sinking.

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which is a delicious and unique flavor combination.

My favorite endeavor so far is the walnut macaroon layer cake. There is something so satisfying as taking your fork to the crunch of the macaroon and the soft, creamy coffee filling. It is an impressive-looking cake, and as author Hahnemann says, “It’s just about the easiest cake I know.” She’s right. I have made it four times in the past month! The cake consists of three macaroon cake layers, each encompassing a “wake you up” coffee cream. To make the cakes, you whip six egg whites until stiff, adding sugar a little at a time.

Gently folded into the macaroon are ground walnuts, which yield an ethereal, sweet, earthy flavor. Walnuts contain a lot of fat, so I have learned to be gentle when folding them in. The heavy fat can easily deflate the beautiful air pockets in the whipped egg whites. The recipe requires a springform pan so the macaroon cake can be turned out easily. Unless you happen to have three springform pans, you must bake one layer at a time. Fill the pan with 1/3 cup of the batter and bake for 35 minutes. Then repeat for the other two layers.

I initially thought this might be a hassle, but it really is not. Keep the batter in the fridge while baking the remaining layers. If you do not own springform pans, you can trace out a 9-inch circle on parchment paper, pipe the batter in concentric circles and bake.

The cream filling is incredibly easy.

You simply whip heavy cream and add 1 tablespoon instant coffee and a smidge of brown sugar. The result is a gorgeous, delightfully fragrant, sand-colored cream.

Once that is completed, you layer, fill and spread, leaving the ganache for the top layer. You can make this cake in advance because the macaroon cakes will stay fresh about three days in an airtight container. I also discovered that this cake this travels beautifully. We traveled by car seven hours to Washington, D.C., for Thanksgiving, and the cake held up better than the pumpkin pie!

As I continue to bake recipes both familiar and new from my new cookbook, I hope to begin new family traditions and continue with the old. Food is central to our family. There are memories and history behind the meals we cook. When my relatives in Norway visit the United States, I look forward to sharing more stories and recipes. Perhaps I’ll even serve them a piece of walnut macaroon cake.

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The end result! Easy to make, beautiful and delicious to serve to your guests.

Coffee Cream 1¼ cups heavy cream 3–4 tablespoons brown sugar 1 tablespoon instant coffee

35 minutes, or pour one-third of the batter into one tin and bake for 35 minutes and repeat to bake the remaining two cakes.

Glaze 3½ ounces dark chocolate (at least 60 percent cocoa) 1½ tablespoons butter Walnut halves to decorate

Leave to cool on wire racks lined with baking parchment to prevent sticking, overnight if possible.

Walnut Macaroon Layer Cake

METHOD: Preheat the oven to 325°F. Line the bases of three 9-inch-diameter springform tins with parchment paper and butter them lightly, or line and butter one tin and reuse it to make the other two cakes.

Put all the ingredients for the coffee cream into a bowl and beat with an electric mixer until stiff. Take a big round serving dish and place the base layer (usually the least attractive layer) of cake on it. Spread half the cream evenly over; then place the middle layer on top and repeat. Place the most attractive cake on top.

INGREDIENTS: Cakes Butter, for the springform pan 2½ cups walnuts 1 cup sugar 6 egg whites

Blend the nuts in a food processor with half the sugar until the nuts are finely chopped. Whisk the egg whites until stiff; then add the remaining sugar little by little. Fold in the nut mixture. Pour into the prepared tins and bake for

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Melt the chocolate, add the butter, and mix well. Leave to cool slightly; then spread the chocolate over the top layer and decorate with the walnut halves around the edge.

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hen I turned 30, my mom started a fabulous family birthday tradition.

My son was six that year, and he and my mom conspired to put it together. I got a three-ring binder full of plastic sleeves to create a cookbook of favorite recipes—yes, I turned 30 before the Internet was the recipe behemoth it is today!

The front says Dayna’s Recipes, and my son drew a big pizza ringed by carrots and apples. The back is a drawing of a pink birthday cake on a pedestal with candles. On it, Quinn wrote Happy Birthday #E0 (that’s the best backwards 3 I can come up on a keyboard!)

The whole binder was empty except for the first page, which says: This is 30 years of back allowance—ok, $10 a year isn’t great, but it’s better than what you got!

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I love you, Mother And underneath that was a check for $300. I remember having a hard time processing what I was even seeing; that was a lot of money to me. And then she told me that it was going to be our new birthday tradition.

Today I am many years past 30, and so my check is many dollars past $300.

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And now there are grandchildren in the mix who get $5 for every year of their life from Grandma on their birthdays. We started doing it with our son when he turned 19, except that year, we bought him $190 in gift cards because he was having a hard time making friends at college, and I thought if he could invite people to coffee or fast food or pizza, it might make it easier. It did.

I didn’t realize this until I started doing it for my own son, but I think the giver actually has more fun with this than the receiver. Sure, I love thinking about what I’m going to buy with my birthday money. It’s pretty likely that a J. Crew box arrives at our house 1-2 weeks after my birthday.

But the year we gave our son his gift cards, I had so much fun picking them out, finding what stores were in his new town and packing an envelop with all those little plastic cards.

His phone call that night was full of joy and surprise, and that was a real treat for my husband and me. And you know what, he got some good friends out of the deal, too.

Maybe $10 a year isn’t doable for you to do with your kids; so do $5 or $1. It’s not about the amount as much as it’s about the idea of it. It marks the passing of time in a tangible and really fun way. Try it with your kids and see their faces light up—or maybe they will just be reflecting yours.

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