Happy New Year
As we arrive at the end of this year 2004, I look back at our reflections on 90 years of Farm and Dairy.
More dollars and less conservation
There is no shortage of American grain; current cash prices prove it.
Corn is marking time at $2, wheat hangs just above $3 and soybeans, at $5.
Life in 1904: Dying at 47, 4-cent sugar
As we close out the year, it is interesting to look back on what life was like 100 years ago.
In the year 1904, according to an interesting fact sheet, the average life expectancy in the United States was 47 years.
HAPPY HOLIDAYS
Here we are in the midst of our holidays; our usual "to do" lists can nearly double during this season.
A life of simple living and giving
(Author's note: The following column was first published the week of Christmas 1994. Now, by tradition, it returns.
The days of old seem perfect
Reading this Christmas book of personal stories collected by President Carter prompted many memories shared by my father over the years.
All I want for Christmas is a book
I crawled under the covers and hoped Keith would ignore the ice cube toes I inched closer to his leg.
Guerilla gifting is tough war to win
On the 13th day of Christmas my true love gave to me a completely unexpected gift and I had nothing in return.
New clothing line likely not in my future
Do you think the witness protection program offers a new wardrobe? More importantly, can I enroll before I have to appear in anything "dressier" than Santa print PJs for the holidays?
Not asking for much.
Pocket Panache
Struggling in my handbag is an almost daily experience for me. Oh, I made sure to choose a bag with all the organizer pockets including one for a cell phone.
