There are two parts to today’s story. First, as a child my mother always left a daily “to do” chores list. For my brother, that usually consisted of what I called FUN things – burning the trash, raking the leaves (so you could jump in them, of course, and waste at least a few hours), picking up sticks – you’re …

Today my Aunt Jeanette and I would like to wish all of you a very Happy Thanksgiving. Thank you to the farmers who have grown our food and for the hands who prepare it every day. Lord, bless the land You’ve given me, And may I always know As I tend each crop and creature You’re the One who helps …

This week Aunt Jeanette writes: Instead of two stories for the price of one, you get two pictures this time! I can’t remember an autumn when the leaves were as gorgeous as they were this year. The red, orange, yellow, and gold leaves appeared to be fluorescent. It was almost as if Mother Nature put everything she had into making …

I think I have an affinity for bridges. On enjoyable fall afternoons when the kids have had enough bike riding and weed-pulling, we take a walk to the old bridge up the country road that runs behind our house. We have to be careful though because the stroller wheels fall between the wooden slats – that’s how big the cracks …

Separating fact from fiction is the goal of a new curriculum from National Farmers Union (NFU) focusing on renewable energy. The curriculum will be made available free to organizations, schools, institutions and businesses that build cultural awareness and acceptance of renewable fuels. “Renewable energy is fast becoming a way of life for millions of Americans,” said NFU President Roger Johnson. …

Come again another day, Little Farmer wants to…harvest! Today Aunt Jeanette writes: As I was sitting in my sunroom this afternoon watching the raindrops ‘plink’ on the deck rail, this children’s rhyme seemed quite fitting. Remember when I was hoping for a good, soaking rain between planting season and irrigating season? Well, someone must have misunderstood, as it seems the …

IT’S A LITTLE FREE LIBRARY! (This “Story/Retirement Project” is for Mom and Dad (Melissa’s Grandpa and Grandma). They not only instilled in me the love of reading, but even more importantly, they taught me about the joy that comes from doing things for other people and sharing what I am fortunate enough to have.) This week Aunt Jeanette writes: There …

I know I’ve said it before, but I love this time of year – it’s invigorating. The sound of combines in the field; ladies taking PB&J sandwiches and coffee to the men who are harvesting and sitting on the tailgate for a few minutes to chat; the warmth of the sunshine on my face during my walks; sweatshirts and light …

This week Aunt Jeanette writes: I love mornings! It may partly be a leftover habit from my teaching days, but I have always been an early riser. If I had slept late, I would have missed these gorgeous blooms on my moonflower plant since these particular flowers wither during the daytime. Melissa has written about my moonflower plants and the …

The 2013 Blog Action Day is approaching fast. I think this year’s topic is a good one – Human Rights. That can apply to so many things and farming and food fit right in. So whatever your blog is about think about participating and letting your voice be heard. Courtesy of: http://www.blogactionday.org