Contributors

March 2022

Contributors

Natalie Caudle

WRITER

Natalie Caudle is a Visalia native and graduate of Fresno State. As a freelance writer, Natalie finds beauty in storytelling and believes freedom is found when living authentically within a community. Though most of her time is spent wrangling animals and her four kids, Natalie relishes everyday moments knowing seasons pass all too quickly.

Marissa Carpenter

CONTENT EDITOR

Marissa Carpenter has been a word nerd for as long as she can remember—or at least since clinching her first Kings County spelling bee championship in first grade. She’s happy to employ her University of Chicago editing certificate, her B.A. in English, and her eagle eye for extra spaces. When not slashing through text, she enjoys knitting, playing piano, and driving her husband and two children absolutely bonkers.

Rachel Trigueiro

WRITER

Rachel Trigueiro, wife and mom of four, spends her days homeschooling, dabbling in business ventures and chasing adventure with her family. As a child, she dreamed of being a talk show host. Today, she still believes our stories hold power and are meant to be shared with others. When she’s not reheating her coffee or reading to her kids, she can be found stealing away for a moment to write.

Terry Ommen

WRITER

Terry has a passion for Tulare County history. Much of his time in retirement is spent researching and writing about the interesting historical morsels he discovers with Laraine, his talented wife of over 50 years. Between history projects and visits with their two grandchildren, the two are on the road or in the air exploring whatever piques their interest.

Monica Fatica

MANAGING EDITOR

After years of working in operations, merchandising, marketing, and running her own retail shops, Monica has found her home in the world of publishing. With over seven years of local editorial experience, she is grateful to work her dream job keeping Valley happenings top of mind for all its residents. Her brief moments of spare time are spent with family, food (still searching for the best chocolate croissant), her fur babies, and finding the next best binge-worthy podcast.

Jonna Dodge

DESIGNER | PHOTOGRAPHER | COORDINATOR

Jonna is a Central Valley native who recently graduated from Cal Poly, SLO. She has a creative eye for making things look just right. In her free time, you can find her with a camera in hand, working out, or trying a new recipe. Her true hobby, however, is baking, and she’s known for surprising those around her with homemade treats.

Major Rogers

WRITER

Major Rogers has written for Lifestyle Magazine for 17 years. He has also covered regional assignments for the Associated Press, and has written a travel adventure book: Amsterdam Acid. His passion is for globe-trotting, having visited 25 countries and 37 states. He loves Visalia, and all the food, spirits, and fun its downtown provides. Major lives locally, with a pack of French Bulldogs.

Dakota Jacobi

PHOTOGRAPHER Dakota Jacobi has been capturing love stories for five years, photographing families, seniors and couples. She aims to document the candid, organic, and “unposed” moments of life. Her mission is to not just take great pictures, but to build relationships and create experiences for her clients. When she’s not adventuring around California, or editing in her favorite coffee shop, she spends her days at home with her two kids. Simplify & Clean

A Look Inside

There’s no better place than home to create a calming retreat. This issue will inspire you to build a sanctuary from the busy outside world. Spring forward with our cleaning checklist to tackle jobs one task at a time. Step into the Longs’ minimalist and serene remodeled home this month. Set sorting goals after reading through featured reorganization projects. You’ll meet Marissa Avila of Lark House Interior Styling, who helps others tell their story with curated home decor. Kellie Black from MÂCHE shares her clean eating recipes with ingredients sourced from the Visalia Farmers Market. Go back to simpler times while reading about Visalia’s past featuring the still-standing Fred Uhl building that was once a saddle and tack shop. Once you flip the final page of this issue, we hope you feel inspired to simplify and clean—in your own way!

The Lifestyle Team

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