Maybe Not Hate, Just Dislike, a Harbinger of Colder Weather
About 15 years ago the owner of this paper, Michael Cleary, wrote about his love for the fall season. I had not begun writing this weekly column at that time, Read more
Turks and Caicos
I fulfilled a bucket list item; I visited a Caribbean island for the first time in my life and found out what most of the world already knew, do not Read more
77% of Earth Is Water, Not Always Where We Want It
Water, water, everywhere and not a drop to drink. I had to use an internet search to refresh myself what famous piece of literature that quote is from. Water is Read more
Rosemary Kiefner Errek
It was the 122nd Will County Fair, and it was the first time all 5 Kiefner children had been to the fair together in close to 50 years. It all Read more
Silly Rabbit, Waterparks Are for Kids
Several years ago, when Dave Kestel and I were working a Farm Bureau program, an attendee commented about our energy and our apparent youthful playfulness. That was when I coined Read more
Mans Best Friend, out Napping in the Field
Each year a venerable farm publication issues a call to their readers to submit their nominations for “farm dog of the year.” Since I have documented on social media many Read more
Rubbing Is Racing, Are We Really in a Race?
What kind of driver are you? Are you cautious and courteous or a speed demon who won’t slow down for anything? Here is a side-view mirror reflection of what I Read more
Summer Heat and Festivals
Now that our nation’s birthday has passed, we are truly into the heart of summer. Do you like broiling humidity and drought? How about pulling weeds or mowing grass? Do Read more
The World Would Be Perfect if We Lived Our Life Like We Were Always on Video or Speaker Phone
Last September my wife moved to my farm, and she has a complaint about farm life; it is too damn windy. Is she exaggerating or has it been windier than Read more
Patience Can Pay Off
Another summer is upon us; so, begins the challenge of living and farming with nature. This will be the first summer of living with my wife, Cora, on the farm. Read more
