Style Magazine February 2019
For those who appreciate non-fiction fairy tales (please tell me I’m not the only one!), this month’s issue has plenty of them—eight in all. Flip to page 43 to read the touching tales of couples who live locally and, to us, define what a successful duo looks like. Let it serve as a reminder that romance has no rhyme or reason; the ways people meet, what works for each relationship, and the definition of “love” all differ. The one commonality all couples seem to share? Everyone truly “likes” their partner as a person, accepts them wholeheartedly, and finds them funny (humor always seems to help!). In other matters of the heart, because—in addition to Valentine’s Day—February is also American Heart Month, Sharon Penny shares “10 Heart-Healthy Tips” to keep your ticker in tip-top shape on page 20. And there are plenty more reasons to fall in love with this issue, too. From a six-day road trip through Northern California and Southern Oregon (page 78) that includes stops at two national parks and suggestions on where to stay and play; to nursery décor tips, courtesy of design guru Kerrie L. Kelly, that are equally adorable as they are affordable (page 73); and an inspiring Get to Know on Granite Bay resident, former NBA player, and current Sacramento Kings assistant coach Bobby Jackson (page 18), there’s an article for all.
For those who appreciate non-fiction fairy tales (please tell me I’m not the only one!), this month’s issue has plenty of them—eight in all. Flip to page 43 to read the touching tales of couples who live locally and, to us, define what a successful duo looks like. Let it serve as a reminder that romance has no rhyme or reason; the ways people meet, what works for each relationship, and the definition of “love” all differ. The one commonality all couples seem to share? Everyone truly “likes” their partner as a person, accepts them wholeheartedly, and finds them funny (humor always seems to help!).
In other matters of the heart, because—in addition to Valentine’s Day—February is also American Heart Month, Sharon Penny shares “10 Heart-Healthy Tips” to keep your ticker in tip-top shape on page 20. And there are plenty more reasons to fall in love with this issue, too. From a six-day road trip through Northern California and Southern Oregon (page 78) that includes stops at two national parks and suggestions on where to stay and play; to nursery décor tips, courtesy of design guru Kerrie L. Kelly, that are equally adorable as they are affordable (page 73); and an inspiring Get to Know on Granite Bay resident, former NBA player, and current Sacramento Kings assistant coach Bobby Jackson (page 18), there’s an article for all.
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8 LOCAL COUPLES WELove<br />
Marian and Michael McKone, Gold River<br />
Together since 1957, Michigan natives<br />
Marian, 88, and Michael, 89, are<br />
celebrating 62 years of marriage. A retired<br />
defense litigator, Michael’s work brought<br />
him to California some 60 years ago, and<br />
the couple decided to call Sacramento<br />
home. The long-time empty nesters (sons<br />
Michael Jr. and Brian are in their late 50s)<br />
are, in fact, just like us: They, too, spend<br />
a lot of their free time scrolling through<br />
Netflix.<br />
HOW DID YOU MEET, AND WHAT WAS<br />
YOUR FIRST IMPRESSION OF THE OTHER<br />
PERSON?<br />
Marian: I met Michael when I was a<br />
student at the University of Michigan.<br />
We met through mutual friends, but<br />
he was on a date with another woman<br />
at a party. I had heard his name, and<br />
I had a date too! A few days later<br />
he called me up. I thought he was<br />
very handsome—he is still very<br />
handsome!<br />
Michael: Frankly, I can’t recall. I<br />
know it was favorable.<br />
WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE THING TO DO<br />
TOGETHER?<br />
Marian: We can’t get out together<br />
as a couple much anymore, but<br />
we like watching Netflix.<br />
Michael: We watch The Office.<br />
WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE THING ABOUT THE OTHER<br />
PERSON?<br />
Marian: His sense of humor. Even if we’re at<br />
odds about some particular thing, he’ll come<br />
up with a smile. He’s also good-natured and<br />
always has a good attitude.<br />
Michael: She’s a very good friend. I like being<br />
with her, she listens to me, and I have to say,<br />
I’ve never caught her without an opinion. She<br />
was a very good choice.<br />
WHAT’S YOUR BEST RELATIONSHIP ADVICE FOR<br />
OTHER COUPLES?<br />
Marian: A lot of it is luck, but I think you have to<br />
admire each other and enjoy being together.<br />
Michael: Take your time.<br />
Photos by Erica Baldwin Photography.<br />
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