Mentors made the difference
In Part Three of Judith Sutherland's four-part series about her parents' early years together, she recalls the guidance they received from valued mentors.
‘Our love just kept growing’
Judith Sutherland recalls her parents' modest beginnings with respect and fondness.
Parents’ own love story was almost interrupted by farming
When Judith Sutherland's dad landed her mom, he nearly blew it all when he told her he couldn't take her to the prom because he had to plant corn.
Losing our connection to the land
As agriculture becomes more corporate, farmers and their families lose their connection to the land.
Countless gifts from my family tree
Although we never stop missing lost loved ones, we carry with us all the memories, lessons and values they instilled in us.
What does it mean to be a mom?
Judith Sutherland reflects on the best and hardest parts of being a mom.
A barn cat with stand-out status
Barn cat Betty White is pretty sure Judith Sutherland couldn't run the farm without her.
The soundtrack to my youth
Carly Simon's Anticipation came out in 1971 and was worth every penny to Judith Sutherland. She knew the lyrics to every song.
The tiny dog that stole our hearts
Judith Sutherland remembers her dog, Chantico, following her passing. The tiny Yorkie brought love, spunk and a peculiar personality to the Sutherlands.
Farming within your means
Whether farming large or small, so much is out of the farmer's control, buying retail and selling wholesale. It seems mighty unfair so much of the time.
