You Don’t Know What You Don’t Know
Did you know that farmers continue to harvest crops across the nation despite their being some kind of political situation called a “government shutdown”. Did you know that I have entered a stage in my Read more
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, but I felt compelled to 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 go to the Caribbean in 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 the most essential element to 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 started when my dad’s dad, 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 the phrase, “The first 50 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 of the exploits and shenanigans 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 have seen the last month 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 you like barbecue food, craft Read more