We Need More Kiss in Our Life
I think it is time for more KISS-ing in our lives. This is a whimsical article to highlight how easy it is to be old and grumpy when our world changes at an incredibly fast Read more
Could This Be Our 4th Major Rainy Spell of the Year
What an interesting year it has been for farming. Weather experts have reported an increase in the number of heavy rains and intense weather episodes contributed to climate change. I have read and heard numerous Read more
There Are a Lot of Tourists in the Dells and a Farmer Was in the Dells
What is a tourist trap? Does it have a different meaning than a touristy area? How well do you value a dollar? Does misery love company? First, two weeks ago I wrote briefly about my Read more
The Dells and Grease Guns
I dedicate this article to my friend George. Do you know what a zerk is? I bet George does. I do, but until several days I ago I never knew why it was called a Read more
If You Drive the Country Road, Do Not Be Surprised to Find It a Little Slower at Times
Let me repeat the topic I started to write about 3 weeks ago. Are you a friend of agriculture? I recently participated in the Illinois Farm Bureau Activator program. We were tasked with reviewing local Read more
Monkey Butt Only Belongs on Monkeys
Are you a friend of agriculture? I recently participated in the Farm Bureau Activator program. We were... stop. I need to change gears to a topic that is more relevant time wise. Is it hot Read more
The Driftless Area, the Land the Glaciers Missed
After the weather prevented hay cutting for 25 days on my farm, I prepared for a 4-day long weekend trip to Galena, Illinois and Dubuque, Iowa. It was suggested that since the rain had finally Read more
Canadian Thistle and Its Big Brothers Bull and Musk Are Not Wanted on the Farm
Tonight I intend to write about a prickly subject. It is not about too much rain or data centers or solar facilities. I would also like to ask a serious question about your health; when Read more
Algebra, Hay and Reckless Driving Apparently Do Not Mix Well
When I took algebra in the 8th grade, I was thoroughly convinced there was no way it would ever be useful for the rest of my life. Did you feel the same? For most of Read more