Friday, November 29, 2024

There was the milkman, the postman, the soda jerk and the hardware clerk. We had the shy guy, the intrepid talker, the lady forever...

“As part of a training exercise, those newly-inducted were served orders that they could run the world as individuals for a full seven days....

“To be with a child is to become a bit of a child again, for that magical moment.” — Anonymous For one wonderful day...

This past week has been one in which I have come to realize how very much I should appreciate the freedom I tend to...

“The Salinas Valley is in Northern California. It is a long narrow swale between two ranges of mountains, and the Salinas River winds and...

Has farming ever been more exciting and more nerve-wracking at the same time? I had the opportunity to talk with a life-long farmer who...

One magical element of a farm childhood includes the thrill of tree climbing. When mountain climbers have been asked, “What makes you do this?”...

“Go the way the wind blows, but be sure to always hold on to your hat.” — Bill Cosby This is the season for...

“Idleness is a sign of weakness. Let no dust settle before sunset.” — Anonymous I grew up knowing that there would be no allowances...

I can think of nothing better than living the farm life, and it becomes especially clear during the month of May. This morning's walk...