Welcome to My Side of the Barn

Join me as I recount the tales of a life well-lived on a small farm that intertwined family, faith, and the land to create a symphony of experiences that still resonate in my heart.
The creaking of the rocking chair echoes memories of a bygone era, where the earthy aroma of freshly tilled soil blended with the sweet fragrance of wildflowers, and the song of the meadowlark was the soundtrack to our days.
The majestic rustic red barn still stands as a solemn reminder of the many lives it has sheltered through heat, rain, and storms.
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The Magical Tale of the Monster-Be-Gone label
In a world where magic often hides in plain sight (usually disguised as everyday objects), there exists a rather extraordinary tale about a most particular label. You see, courage doesn't...
The Magical Tale of the Monster-Be-Gone label
In a world where magic often hides in plain sight (usually disguised as everyday objects), there exists a rather extraordinary tale about a most particular label. You see, courage doesn't...
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Whimsical Whispers of the Farmstead
The day my parents decided to sell their little 80-acre farm, my heart caught in my throat-it was like watching a beloved chapter of my life close with the gentle...
Whimsical Whispers of the Farmstead
The day my parents decided to sell their little 80-acre farm, my heart caught in my throat-it was like watching a beloved chapter of my life close with the gentle...
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Dutch Elm and Chainsaws
When the Dutch elm disease arrived at our farm, we spent many days felling, cutting and splitting wood right out our back door.
Dutch Elm and Chainsaws
When the Dutch elm disease arrived at our farm, we spent many days felling, cutting and splitting wood right out our back door.
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The Great Iowa Blizzard of ’73
The great Blizzard of ’73 in Iowa will never be forgotten. It was a crippling storm with snow drifts reaching as high as 12 to 19 feet
The Great Iowa Blizzard of ’73
The great Blizzard of ’73 in Iowa will never be forgotten. It was a crippling storm with snow drifts reaching as high as 12 to 19 feet