So lucky to be Caroline’s mom
"The best way to keep children at home is to make home a pleasant atmosphere -- and to let the air out of the...
It was a dirty job, but we had to do it
Listening to politicians discuss our energy challenges in this country, coal as a power source comes up again and again. It makes me feel...
Challenges open our hearts to all that we have
There is nothing sweeter than a gloriously sunny October morning — a wide-open, no-demands Sunday morning — here on this beautiful farm.
I walked with...
Strength through faith endures all
To describe my dear friend Karen as strong seems an understatement of epic proportions. Karen, who has made a career of helping others to...
Fall bonfire shares blessings to all
As September bows out to October, we enjoy the subtle reminder that season's change is coming once again. We enjoy warm days and crisp...
Feeding calf brings back memories
"In the back pasture, a newborn calf arrived this morning, all wobbly-legged and glistening wet. The sun warmed us as we walked across the...
Enjoy each September day to its fullest
We are only given so many Septembers, and columnist Judith Sutherland intends to enjoy each one she has been granted.
Know facts before making conclusions
It is a dismal day in U.S. history, a day that we shall never, ever forget. It is and always has been our responsibility...
New London, Ohio, festival celebrates 100 years: Small town pride carries life lessons
This past weekend was a very special one for our family. As New London, Ohio, celebrated its 100th Labor Day Festival anniversary, we wouldn't...
Hate snakes? Bet I can outrun you!
I recall lots of great stories around the campfire over the years. Those who loved to hunt always enjoyed telling their biggest, baddest hunting stories. Those who liked to fish always chimed in with great fish stories, and somehow, the subject always seemed to turn to stories of snakes.
Huge, scary, waiting-to-pounce snakes.
