Drink Maker Drivel!
I've complained before about the way small appliances accumulate in my kitchen. Finding a home for them is tough.
Workshop helps with raising calves
The future of every successful dairy operation depends on a steady supply of healthy, productive replacement heifers calving between 22 and 24 months of age.
Dollars flow, favors sure to follow
A decade ago, the most dangerous place to be in Washington was between then-Speaker of the House Newt Gingrich and a television camera.
Few things harder than a goodbye
There are few things in life more difficult than saying that final goodbye. When my father-in-law passed away unexpectedly in 1997, my husband said the suddenness of his passing was difficult to grasp, and yet a blessing in its quickness.
Don’t be too proud to grab a partner
Last week, we talked about trends that shouldn't surprise anyone: the generation gap, agriculture beyond food and fiber, and learning to "be human.
Home page is where the heart is
Pardon my dust, but my home page is a mess. Worse yet, I'm expecting visitors. At least I hope I get visitors.
Suck it up: Technology is here, like it or not
Generally, I shun technology. Fear it, even. I am still using a circa 1997 computer because, quite frankly, I'm scared to death of having to approach some 17-year-old employee at the equivalent of a "Techno Toys "R" Us" and showcase my pathetic ignorance.
A Box Of Perplexing Penguins
Flip. Waddle. Flop. Splash. I'd probably see black and white birds in my sleep. I stretched back to relieve my stiffness.
2005 fun facts won’t make you smile
Under the pile of wrapping paper left from the holidays and newspapers left from 2005 lurks some not-so-fun, 2006 items for the nation, farmers and ranchers.
‘Sounds’ of music better left alone
Every time I hear those opening lyrics, "the hills are alive with the sound of music" I feel compelled to stop what I am doing and sing along.













