Take a deep breath, Tacoma, Spring is here! April is packed with community, creativity, and fun. From the Tacoma Farmers Market Opening Day and a throwback 90s/2000s dance party, to family favorites like the Lincoln District Egg Hunt and the Grand Floral Daffodil Parade, there’s something for everyone. Shop local, sip for a cause, and celebrate all month long! There's always something to do in Tacoma!

At Douville Home Group, we love seeing what happens after  the keys are handed over. In 2019, we helped Michael Liang buy a home in Tacoma with a "blank slate" backyard. Today, that space has evolved into Happy Kitchen Farm . I caught up with Michael to talk about his journey from a suburban lawn to a thriving multi-site farming operation. The Backyard Beginning Q: You started with a small farm stand on your porch. How did having the right property make that possible? Michael