Thursday, February 5, 2026
summer child

Judith Sutherland's childhood summers brimmed with outdoor adventures, chores and sunburns. She reminds readers to savor every sunny day.
barn kittens

A summer of new life on the farm brings joy and loss, as grandkids make memories with ponies, kittens, and puppies—while learning about grief too.
andreas farm holstein dairy cows

Judith Sutherland's childhood heartbreak over missing her cousin's wedding reveals timeless lessons about sacrifice and the rigid rhythms of farm life.
piglet

Judith Sutherland recalls raising an abandoned piglet named Arnold, and the day she had to say goodbye.
gardening

Judith Sutherland pulls weeds, listens to the radio and contemplates the ethics of artificial intelligence.
lavender

Judith Sutherland recalls the way columnist Pat Leimbach connected with her readers through a genuine love of family farm life.
letter

Judith Sutherland recalls the unique friendship her mother built with writer Patricia Leimbach.
summer field

Judith Sutherland hopes you take the time to remember summers past and make today one filled with glorious times to recall when the cold winds blow.
children playing in a stream

Judith Sutherland unearths treasured memories with childhood friends on her family farm.
apple on a desk

Judith Sutherland reminds readers why they should take the time to thank a teacher as summer vacation closes in in Ohio.