This year’s weather feels different. With farming, paying attention to the weather is key. Three tabs are open on my phone’s web browser with weather related information which does not include also checking the weather app. The previous two years were so easy. Look at the forecast, see no ...
Alright, I have a confession. I am about to tell you something that no one in my life knows. I've kept it secret for years, but here it goes. I secretly dance. Yes, you heard that right. Okay, let me be clear about this, there is only one type of dancing I understand. Line dancing, tap ...
We all have those exceptional stories about our Mothers! Some funny, some sad, some heart-warming and some just dog-gone interesting. This story would be in the latter category. You see, in our Sheda Family, Mom was clearly the "brains" of the clan. She was meek, friendly and mild-mannered ...
After moving to Des Moines from the farm, I won’t forget the tornado of 1964. Later, it was characterized as an EF2 tornado (with winds 113-157 mph). Playing in our yard with my brother and sisters, I looked up through the neighbors back yards at the ominous, heavy, dark clouds and a sudden ...
In the heart of Iowa, Tama County is on the brink of a pivotal change. Lucas Dvorak, a name synonymous with dedication, expertise, and community involvement, has announced his candidacy for the position of Tama County Sheriff. With nearly 15 years of commendable service within the Sheriff's ...
I saw two Republican related articles on the front page, last time. Congressman Naig looking of the slaughter house and the renovations at the old church. First off the slaughter house got 12 million dollars to expand their facility, but because they said construction cost were high, they'd use ...
Here he comes again, the old Flim Flam Man, Hawking his goods as fast as he can. Gold-dyed shoes and Bibles galore, ones he reads daily and more. Someone must pay for those dirty deeds and vile crimes, Not he, so devotees rush and pay on time. He likens himself to Mandela, Hitler, ...
Have you ever felt isolated, invisible or insignificant? Dr. Vivek H. Murthy, Surgeon General of the United States is touring the country because he views loneliness as a public health concern. He thinks it is important to “invest in local institutions that bring people together, create ...
Well, I got sick, had me some Influenza, a sprinkle of ear infection, and just a touch of pneumonia. The bad part is the rest of the house was sick too. I can't have nothin' for myself. Ya know, somethin' else? I either look like death all the time or when I'm sick I have the power to retain ...
Finally! After a long and cruel winter, I've managed to lock a lot of things inside me, things that just frustrate and annoy me. Those little things are called "pet peeves." Over the last month or so, I've asked a number of people those little annoyances that just bug the "bejeebers" out of ...