For almost 85 years, my husband’s family milked cows at our farm. Twice a day, everyday, without fail. In 1949, during the time his grandfather milked, there were 2,299 operating dairy farms in the county where we live. Small dairies generated enough income to support the family and the farm operation, and if you were…
I first met John Denver in 1974, when I sat down in front of the TV to watch “The John Denver Special.” I was five years old and instantly smitten and a die-hard John Denver fan was born. About a year later, I was able to get my hands on his latest album “Windsong” after…
This was Buck’s milking stool. He was a dairy farmer most of his life. He milked with his sons, twice a day, every day. He worked from sun up ’til sun down. There were never any vacations, sick days or holidays. It was a hard life, but if you asked him, he would tell you…
This is one of those great summer salad recipes. The hardest part about it – making sure you don’t burn up the bacon while it’s cooking. Enjoy! Broccoli Salad INGREDIENTS 1 large head fresh broccoli, cut into small florets 1/4 c red onion, chopped 8 oz bacon, cooked crispy and crumbled – let cool…
As a mom, I’m constantly worried about my kids. C.O.N.S.T.A.N.T.L.Y.W.O.R.R.I.E.D. I guess that comes with the territory. Will they be prepared to head out into this world? Will they be good people? Will they be OK when I’m gone? Over their short lives, I’ve taught them many things: how to ride a bike, tie their…
Cinnamon rolls are one of my family’s favorite treats. Over the years, I’ve tried many different recipes, but none of them received a unanimous vote of satisfaction from everyone. Too sweet, too cinnamon-y, not ENOUGH cinnamon, blah, blah, blah. I was finally able to get the “seal of approval” when I took bits and pieces…
Old Familiar Landscapes Those old familiar landscapes within my heart are longed, though many years have passed now the time has not assuaged. The willow trees in spring time, the ducklings in the pond, the scent of sweet magnolia, bring memories dear and fond. A rustic fence that traveled far and made a boundary line,…
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The Farmers in the Dell 