Christmas Presence
Priceless gifts are rarely the most expensive. They are immeasurable because somewhere in the giving was the giver’s presence. A
Author: ctisom
I am a country girl, born and raised. I hope you enjoy meandering with me through the prairie and beyond.
So You Will Not Fall
They had an evening, candlelight ceremony, and the church was full.
Fireworks at the Farm
It’s 1967. The 4th of July is tomorrow, and we can’t wait. We’ve hauled bales and stacked them in the
Of Creameries and Screen Doors
And when it started, it was as if the ocean was rushing to shore on our farm.
Pilgrim’s Journey
Who knows the order of things, or why life never seems to give us enough time with those we love
Calving Season
Today would have been Mom’s 80th birthday. Shortly before she went to Heaven, I wrote this for her. I think
The Copper Tub
I’m not sure what to do with the copper tub, but I know one thing — it’s not for sale.
What still matters most
There is no place more precious and simple, than back home. I am decades far from the little one I
The Goose-couple and the Hare
A few days ago, I was headed home, out of Fargo, enjoying a day, which had “spring” stamped all over
Good, clean dirt
A frequent memory visits me when it’s time for field work. I am running out into the field, taking my
Prairie Breathing Room 