Hard to believe we are already five days into the new year! But, in our house we have kicked into gear of making sure we finish all our 2013 projects before the end of 2014.But, no worries I finally got everything accomplished I wanted to in 2013 last night! Time for a happy dance!Before moving on to 2014, I definitely want to share my Top 3 blog posts of 2013. I never, ever look to see until the ... Read More about My Top 3 Of 2013
The Holiday, Before The Holiday
Time to start a new year fresh. With new challenges, goals, blank canvases, blank calendars.Our last month has been really, really busy. But, before I get going into the new year I definitely think I need to share where my farmer and I headed off to last month for a quick mini vacation. Kind of.My stepmom, in case you forgot, is Jeanette Lee "The Black Widow". It just so happens that this year she ... Read More about The Holiday, Before The Holiday
Where Is My Milk From?
Today many consumers feel disconnected from where their food comes from. As a CommonGround volunteer I try to give as much of my "free" time as possible in trying to help consumers find that connection again.The internet is a vast source of information, some good, some ugly. But, I always love passing along the resources that I think are wonderful. Check out this website to track just ... Read More about Where Is My Milk From?
Process Of Slaughter- Temple Grandin
One thing that I don't get as many questions of, which is rather surprising, is the harvesting process for beef. I have seen it done at many different facilities, every step of the way. And am proud that the animals are given top care and respect through the entire process. This video is a wonderful representation of how things are done right and is led by one of the top experts in animal ... Read More about Process Of Slaughter- Temple Grandin
My Dreams In Agriculture
Before I met my farmer I was pretty passionate about the agricultural industry. So passionate that I chose to go college and enter into Purdue University's College Of Agriculture in Agricultural Education. I was way active in Indiana Agriculture. Always busy with something.Now way back in my college days I would have said my absolute dream was to settle down and marry a farmer and have tons of ... Read More about My Dreams In Agriculture