The Cottage Journal

Memories of Merriment

ith their four children grown and out of the house, photographer Mary Lukas Pierce and her husband, Brian, were ready to downsize from their large family home in the woods, and they knew just the place to do so. Nearby White Bear Lake, Minnesota, had all the charms they were craving in their stage of life. “The vibrant town is renowned for its idyllic lakefront setting and historic downtown area,” Mary says. “Outdoor enthusiasts love it for the abundant outdoor activities in the summer and

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