Celebrating an eclipse birthday
Judith Sutherland celebrates her birthday surrounded by friends and family during the recent total solar eclipse on April 8.
Reminiscing on letters from the past
Judith Sutherland recalls the meaning Edna Stoler McNaull's words carried with her family.
The enchantment of barn swallows
Judith Sutherland recalls her father's dedication to protecting the barn swallows that came to rear young in their dairy barn.
Memories of simple childhood joys
Judith Sutherland's best memories of times with friends and cousins had nothing to do with toys, but with the simple resources and time with one another.
Old maps lead to good memories
Judith Sutherland reflects on pages of field mapping her Dad had done long ago.
The root of our fears
Judith Sutherland traces her fear of mice back to her childhood.
Childhood farm chores build character
Judith Sutherland writes about experiences from her childhood that built character.
Happy birthday to all the leapers
As a child, Judith Sutherland was flabbergasted that some people only celebrate a "real" birthday once every four years.
Cherish moments with those you love
As she works through the passing of her mother, Judith Sutherland reflects on what is valuable in life. She learned long ago that family should be valued.
The farm raises more than just crops
Judith Sutherland is grateful her grandchild do their chores when asked — something she attributes to being raised on a farm.
