I fell in love with farms when I moved to Illinois.  It was a combination of so many things that made up a lifestyle that I learned suited me far more then any city could.  I appreciated the time spent outdoors, the community that was needed for support in order to survive, and the way that each plant and animal s…

The things we remember are what we hold on to. And what we hold on to becomes the story of our lives. I often think how every day and every moment is a part of the story of our life, all the choices we make fill our pages and how every story has good, bad and even ordinary moments.  L ife will hand all of us o…

I have learned that love is so much more than hearing the words "I love you".  It is a look in Nate's eyes when he gets up in the morning and sees his family for the first time that day.  It is the way he touches me randomly just because he is near me. It is a smile for no reason across the r…