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Motherhood
May 18, 2020
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Home is Where the Heartland Is

Growing up, I couldn’t wait to get out of here. Never one for seeking out trouble, by the time I turned 16, the most excitement my friends and I…

Living
May 7, 2020
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Bring Back the Tradition of a Victory Garden

In a throwback to old school living and embracing a simpler life, many families are turning to the World War I & II tradition of planting…

Living
April 4, 2020
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To the Farmers Working So Hard To Provide For Us All: Thank You

To my farmer, I see your courage and resilience after a stressful and challenging year. I see the love and passion you have for farming, no…

Living
March 23, 2020
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No Matter What, Farmers Keep Farming

As the world begins to cancel social engagements, limit hospital visits, and send kids home from school—farmers keep farming. As people rush to…

Living, Marriage
March 10, 2020
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Somewhere Along the Way, This Farm Became My Passion Too

I never dreamed of living on a farm or running a tractor or owning land. I never dreamed of growing crops or building grain bins. I never dreamed of…

Living, Marriage
November 7, 2019
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To the Tired Farm Wife During Harvest

Just because I feel lonely during this season doesn’t mean I’m alone. Just because he isn’t around due to the endless hours and endless work…

Living
November 4, 2019
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Even When it’s Hard, the Farmer Will Not Quit

Between the uncooperative weather and the breakdowns, it seems that most farmers are wondering if harvest will ever end. They are weary. They are…

Living
September 16, 2019
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Give the Farmer Some Space and Grace on the Road

My toddler chattered loudly from the backseat as we lumbered down the highway. She and I talked about the weather and day’s plans as the…

Kids, Living
July 18, 2019
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There is Nothing Like Growing Up On the Farm

I pulled down the lane. Off in the distance driving in the field was my husband. It was just another spring day planting until after dark. Another…

Living
July 14, 2019
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This is Why the Farmer is Tired

Farmers may just be the hardest working people you will ever meet. They are the hardest working people I know. They get tired and they are tired, but…