Easter awakens precious memories
"Sitting under the oak tree, watching the neighborhood children enjoy the first nice, warm day makes me feel so happy to be here on...
The building blocks of our youth
The first sunny day of spring on the farm always found us kids fighting over the pedal tractors, remembering that some were old reliable...
Good friends make for good times
I went home from school one day, itching to tell everyone about my new friend. I was in second grade, and had spent recess...
‘In my day…’: Generations have tunnel vision
We will forever see things from our own perspectives based on our generational ties.
Childhood farm chores give kids a solid foundation
One of my favorite things to do is to chat with a member of our oldest generation about the chores they had to complete...
Remember when snow was a blessing?
"The wind howled and the snow came down all night long, across this vast prairie. We will wait until daybreak to make the trek...
Farm still holds power to those who visit
"As the light faded from the sky, we would build an immense bonfire and settle down to eat steak and roast corn, drink boiled...
Farms offer stress relief to friends, family
"Speak gently -- it is better far to rule by love than fear; speak gently, let not harsh words mar the good we might...
Spring can’t come soon enough
"In February a farm is like a child's hand, opened and held palm up to show that nothing is concealed in it. Without leaves...
I wish Grandma Ruth could run the world
"Tread softly because you tread on my dreams." -- William Butler Yeats
One of the greatest life lessons taught to me came on an...
