The joy of the journey: Why our high school football team are already champions
Judith Sutherland's nephews' football team lost the state championship title. But the true win is the joy, dedication and sportsmanship these boys showed.
Peacefully productive on the farm
Judith Sutherland reflects on farm life, responsibility and lessons passed through generations, where work shaped time, character and growing up.
The Thanksgiving that lives in our imagination
A nostalgic Thanksgiving reflection on childhood imagination, family traditions and the timeless magic of exploring the woods with loved ones.
It’s OK to play second fiddle to another female once a year
A wife reflects on 42 years of marriage—and the annual November “other woman” who always wins her husband’s heart: his beloved coon-hunting dog, Tracey.
Remembering ‘China Beach’ and the women who served
Revisiting “China Beach” brings back memories of real women who served in Vietnam and their courage, struggles and the lasting impact of their service.
The gift of growing up on a farm is hard work and humbling lessons
Farm life teaches responsibility, problem-solving, and grit — skills that give farm kids a lifelong advantage in work, adulthood and overcoming challenges.
Our legacies live on in others
A walk through an old cemetery sparks reflection on respect and restoration after vandalism.
The simplest answer often turns out to be the best answer
A simple act of kindness can change everything. A grandmother and her granddaughter rediscover the power of apology and the Golden Rule.
Gathering together keeps our family connections alive
A family reunion recalls a Depression-era tale of a boy, his grandmother’s ruined hat and the lasting threads that tie generations together through memory.
Farmers’ survival challenged by circumstances outside their control
Farmers face shrinking incomes, soaring costs and lost trade deals. Like the 1980s crisis, today’s challenges threaten family farms and rural communities.
