The Bellas
Delivering neighborhood connections to your mailbox every month.
Welcome! Let’s get to know our neighbors.
We know genuine connections with neighbors next door and business owners down the street make for a more meaningful experience. And we believe getting to know people in our community should be simple. That’s why Stroll meets you where you’re at – your mailbox.
We are grateful to serve this amazing community.
DISCLAIMER: This publication is owned by The N2 Company, and is not affiliated with or sponsored by any club, developer, or homeowners association.
Every month, we share stories from and about different residents within our neighborhood.
See below for a few of our recent favorites.
Love, Laughter and Community Connection: Meet The Deckerts of Bella Flora
From cul-de-sac block parties to heartfelt volunteer work, the Deckert family brings joy and generosity to every corner of Bella Flora.
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Lilly Dorsey: Fueled by Faith, Friendship, and Fierce Determination
At just 13 years old, Bella Ranch’s rising star Lilly Dorsey balances school, sports, and Big Dreams as a triple-threat athlete at Aledo Middle School while learning the power of perseverance, strong mentorship, and always giving her best.
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Meet The Bellas’ Own Laura Fauntleroy: A Neighbor and Real Estate Veteran
Meet Laura Fauntleroy, a seasoned real estate professional and proud Bellas neighbor who brings over two decades of industry experience—along with a deep personal connection to Fort Worth—into every client relationship.
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Meet Your Publisher
Christi Flaherty
Christi Flaherty knows the power of a good story and how it can bring people and businesses together. As the owner and publisher of Stroll Magazine for Bella Crossing, Bella Flora, and Bella Ranch—collectively known as The Bellas—she partners with residents to curate stories that connect neighbors, celebrate local life, and highlight top businesses. In turn, she supports business sponsors by helping them understand how storytelling can build their brand and foster word of mouth, inviting them to network events with residents, and periodically promoting them on Stroll The Bellas' social platforms.
A former nutritionist, private chef and Substack foodwriter, Christi began writing stories around the table and now blends creativity with connection in all she does. She and her husband, Kyle, have called Aledo home for over 12 years, raising their sons, Harrison and Eliot, in the heart of Bearcat country. Whether building community or brands, she brings heart, hustle, and love for the local
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