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Berit Thorkelson

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  • Freelance Writer, Freelance
  • Travel Writer and Editor, AARP
  • None, Freelance: AARP
Saint Paul
As seen in: AARP, Yahoo Life, National Geographic Traveler, Chicago Tribune, Flipboard, Reader's Digest (U.S.), The Minnesota Star Tribune, The Epoch Times, Yahoo, AARP en Español, St. Louis Post-Dispatch and
Covers:  lifestyle topics including travel, travel gear, home decor and entertaining, cleaning, organizing, health and fitness, parenting, profiles
freelance writer, thrift store addict, runner, roadside attraction aficionado, mama bear, Parents.com blogger: Love & Diapers
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Minneapolis Travel Guide

Minneapolis Travel Guide

Plan your trip to this lively Midwestern destination.

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Northern Minnesota Road Trip -- National Geographic

Northern Minnesota Road Trip -- National Geographic

On this northern Minnesota drive, knockout foliage and Superior views play tug-of-war.

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Inside Charlie Simmons and Sandy LaMendola's Home - Midwest Home

Inside Charlie Simmons and Sandy LaMendola's Home - Midwest Home

A new marriage and an old house renovation? Designers Charlie Simmons and Sandy Lamendola took on both and li…

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A Linden Hills Remodel Balances Old with New - Midwest Home

A Linden Hills Remodel Balances Old with New - Midwest Home

A Linden Hills remodel receives some TLC to balance old with new, and additions to help house family members …

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Help Eliminate Single-Use Plastic When You Travel

Help Eliminate Single-Use Plastic When You Travel

Help eliminate single-use plastic when you travel

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The YMCA: One Mom's Respite in an Otherwise Chaotic World | Minnesota Monthly

The YMCA: One Mom's Respite in an Otherwise Chaotic World | Minnesota Monthly

Come for affordable swimming lessons, stay for the humanity

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What Frankfurt offers Minnesotans who can fly there direct? A fascinating mashup of old and new

What Frankfurt offers Minnesotans who can fly there direct? A fascinating mashup of old and new

Most people pass through this fascinating Germany city never leaving the airport. They're missing out.

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How to Clean a Washing Machine for Fresh Clothes and Linens

How to Clean a Washing Machine for Fresh Clothes and Linens

Learn how to clean a washing machine, including front-loading and top-loading machines, to get your laundry a…

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3 Homemade Window Cleaners That Are Better Than Store-Bought

3 Homemade Window Cleaners That Are Better Than Store-Bought

Get sparkling, streak-free glass surfaces-and save money-with these homemade window cleaner recipes.

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Learn Ways to Counteract the Carbon Footprint of your Travels

Learn Ways to Counteract the Carbon Footprint of your Travels

Learn ways to counteract the carbon footprint of your travels

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Follow the Mighty Mississippi River on a Family Road Trip to Remember

Follow the Mighty Mississippi River on a Family Road Trip to Remember

Hit the road and see the sights - 18-foot-tall Paul Bunyan included!

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How to Clean a Microfiber Couch So It Looks Good for Many Years

How to Clean a Microfiber Couch So It Looks Good for Many Years

Learn how to clean a microfiber couch properly, including how to remove stains and protect the fabric.

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How to Clean Glass Shower Doors for a Bathroom That Sparkles

How to Clean Glass Shower Doors for a Bathroom That Sparkles

Try our tips for cleaning glass shower doors, including recommendations for the best tools and homemade clean…

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Berit Thorkelson, Author at Minnesota Monthly

Berit Thorkelson, Author at Minnesota Monthly

Berit Thorkelson, a longtime freelance writer specializing in home and travel topics, is basically a professi…

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Things To Do in Minnesota: St. Paul

Things To Do in Minnesota: St. Paul

Here's a guide of what to do, where to eat and where to stay in St. Paul.

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Things to Do in Minnesota: Northfield

Things to Do in Minnesota: Northfield

There's no shortage of fun spring things to do in Northfield. Home to Carleton and St. Olaf; it's Minnesota's…

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Things to Do in Minnesota: St. Cloud

Things to Do in Minnesota: St. Cloud

Visit St. Cloud for a weekend's worth of city-based fun and relaxing natural draws.

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Things to Do in Minnesota: St. Cloud

Things to Do in Minnesota: St. Cloud

Visit St. Cloud for a weekend's worth of city-based fun and relaxing natural draws.

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Favorite Holiday Shopping Destinations in Minnesota

Favorite Holiday Shopping Destinations in Minnesota

Find unique gifts for everyone on your list at these holiday markets.

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Berit Thorkelson

Berit Thorkelson

Whenever world-famous chef Emeril Lagasse mentions Maytag Blue Cheese on TV, bam!--the phones at Maytag headq…

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From Legoland to SeaWorld, a sunny, kid-friendly vacation in San Diego

From Legoland to SeaWorld, a sunny, kid-friendly vacation in San Diego

A family trip to Legoland and SeaWorld is even better when it's under sunny California skies.

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Holiday Getaway to Jolly Old Saint Paul

Holiday Getaway to Jolly Old Saint Paul

Take a festive getaway to the sleepy-no-more half of the Twin Cities-and knock out your gift list at America'…

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3 of the Best Spring Marathons in Minnesota

3 of the Best Spring Marathons in Minnesota

Invigorate your spring with a 26.2 run-or a shorter one.

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3 of the Best Spring Marathons in Minnesota

3 of the Best Spring Marathons in Minnesota

Invigorate your spring with a 26.2 run-or a shorter one.

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