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Nestled in the rolling, wooded hills just outside Hastings, Minnesota, this exceptional property at 8180 Saint Croix Trail S combines architectural artistry, thoughtful updates, and tranquil natural surroundings. Set on five private, tree-lined acres, this home offers a serene retreat for those who value privacy, craftsmanship, and a deep connection to nature—all within easy reach…

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The high school hallway smelled like floor wax, stale cafeteria pizza, and cheap body spray—a combination that always made my stomach turn. School supplies I held my history textbook against my chest like a shield, eyes down, counting the tiles on the floor. One, two, three. Breathe. Just get to third period. I knew the…

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Dorothy Mitchell had lived in apartment 4B for nearly half a century, long enough for the building’s wallpaper to change three times, for neighbors to grow old or move away, and for the city’s restless noise outside to become both familiar and strangely distant. Her home, filled with antique lamps, soft blankets, and an aging…

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