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Seat-of-the-Pants Cattle Company
It’s always this time of year when the weather starts to turn cold that our cows try to head home early; as in before we typically pull them off the summer lease. They know where to go and try to get there on their own. Depending on how close we are to the date we…
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In My Backyard
One of the wonderful advantages of living in the Black Hills is the diverse landscape; from the Buffalo Gap National Grasslands to the Black Hills National Forest, there’s a wide variety of scenery to enjoy. Our home is situated at the foothills of the Black Hills National Forest, where higher elevations, cooler temperatures and…
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Rose Quartz: The State Mineral of South Dakota
Pink is not a color I particularly care for, but I do like Rose Quartz. I have a few big pieces in my flowerbeds. My father-in-law had collected a few tractor tires full of different sizes that are kept down at our junk yard. They occasionally get raided for our yard or to give as…
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The Longest Short Stretch of Highway For A Mom
I really have no reason to show you this stretch of highway other than to say that this is where a little Love and Logic took place with my kids once years ago. Before I share my Love and Logic moment, let me back up. If you’re not familiar with Love and Logic, it’s a…
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Pledging Character Building
In honor of National 4-H week I thought this column was appropriate for the occasion. The words of the 4-H Member’s Pledge are important for all youth in today’s society. Raising good and caring citizens while still protecting kids from an era of new dangers has become increasingly challenging for parents. I believe in 4-H…
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Sleepless in September
September has arrived in the Black Hills. The morning air has gathered up a sharp edge, frost has been knocking on our windows, and leaves want to change. My husband and I know what’s coming next insomnia. For much of September, I get shorted on sleep due to bull elk bugling every night until the…
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How to Know If Agriculture Has Consumed Your Life
Farmers and ranchers get into their work so much that it can become more than just a job. It can become their whole life. The following list can help you determine if agriculture has taken over your life. Going on a date with your spouse involves a quick drive through an implement dealership to look at…
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