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WINTER 2021

THE JOY OF LIVING MAGAZINE

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Warm and cozy

ven though we were blessed with a prolonged and warmer than average autumn season this year, it still stings when the first real cold air abruptly arrives on the scene. While marveling at the beauty and adaptability of wild birds on display in the “Wings of Winter” article featured in this issue, we can count our blessings that we're not exposed to the elements. Along with tips for thriving this winter, modern and innovative versions of the stoves and fireplaces that enabled the pioneers who first immigrated to this area survive in this extreme climate are featured in an article about the local, family-owned business Energy Savers fireplaces.

Wishing you warmth, comfort and joy this holiday season and into the new year.

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THE JOY OF LIVING MAGAZINE

— With sincere gratitude, the SaVour team

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Tis the season for warmth & comfort in our homes

by Renee McGivern Contributing Writer

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he winter chill is here and it’s time for a cozy indoor fire powered by wood, gas or electricity. If you’ve been thinking about adding a fireplace to your home, or if you want to change what you have for economic or environmental reasons, there’s no time like this winter to take the next step.

Visit the showroom of Energy Savers Fireplaces in Oakdale. This family-owned business was founded in 1976, and the staff is very knowledgeable about products you can view in their large showroom or online. The store is even into its second and third generation of ownership!

Always wanted a fireplace or to change out your existing one? It’s likely possible to add a fireplace or stove in your home for increased beauty, warmth and light.

At Energy Savers, you can get all your questions answered by experienced,

Besides fireplaces, Energy Savers offers: • Fireplace inserts • Stoves • Outdoor products • Fireplace doors • Masonry products • Mantels and surrounds • Accessories knowledgeable staff, some of whom have been with the store for as long as 25 years.

Also, Energy Savers installers are licensed and bonded and have a combined experience of 200 years. It’s no wonder that the store has been voted Best Fireplace Store in the St. Croix River Valley every year since 2010.

Wood stoves are becoming more popular these days. Homeowners are attracted to the environmental friendliness of burning wood and are interested in reducing

their gas and electric bills. They like the authentic smell and crackling sound of a wood fire, too.

If saving the planet is a big concern of yours, consider buying a wood pellet stove.

Pellets are made from recycled materials and are less expensive than cords of wood.

Many environmentalists say that pellets are carbon neutral.

Since the pandemic started, a lot of families are holding off on vacation travel and ramping up the comfort level of their homes by adding this one affordable addition for their entire family to enjoy. It’s a great idea.

Energy Savers is ready to assist you! Stop by their showroom at 6298 Highway 36 Boulevard North in Oakdale or learn more by visiting their website:energysaversfireplaces.com.

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Wings of WINTER

by Jackie Bussjaeger Contributing Writer

Pileated woodpecker

The pileated woodpecker is Minnesota’s largest woodpecker species and can be found here any time of the year. Standing dead trees are essential to the pileated woodpecker’s survival through the winter. The bird uses its long, sharp bill to drill under the bark and eat hibernating insect larvae. Sometimes woodpeckers will drum loudly on hollow trees or houses to mark their territory or attract a mate.

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one away is the bluebird, here to stay is the new bird.”

Some birds aren’t tough enough to make it through winter in Minnesota, but the ones that do provide an essential liveliness and charm throughout the cold months.

On the left is a local bird we can expect to see while “walking in a winter wonderland” this year.

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