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A penny saved is a penny earned. It all adds up. Every little bit helps. They were simple, everyday sayings. They were life philosophies. They were the way we were brought up. So, growing up on … more
When my oldest daughter was very young, she developed, for a time, a great fear of volcanoes. We lived in Massachusetts, and she was very aware that there were no volcanoes within erupting distance. … more
“The State of South Dakota lacks criminal jurisdiction over Indian Country crimes; thus, in reality, the sole provider of law enforcement services to the Oglala Sioux Tribe is the federal … more
“Wind in the west, fish bite best.” The old wives’ tale touts wind direction as providing the best times to fish. Famous outdoorsman Patrick McManus limited the best fishing times to two: … more
I feel like we’re always planting our garden late, but this year it’s late and at a new location, which is making me even more nervous. We always try to plant before the end of May, but it seems … more
Do you ever find yourself in a place where you know you need something but can’t really put your finger on what it is? It may be a time of great distress when so much comes at you that your heart, … more
What do we do when one day we can smile, laugh and look back at memories with fondness and thankfulness for the life we shared with our loved one when the next day we feel paralyzed by our pain and … more
Being a mom and a grandma has been the biggest blessing of my life. My children and my grandchildren are motivation to get up every single day and fight for a better future for all South Dakotans. My … more
It’s no big fish tale! If Dad even mentioned the words “go fishing,” the whole family would be ready and waiting in the car within 30 minutes. Worms dug. Poles packed. Lunch loaded. Tackle … more
One thing we talked about doing as soon as we moved to the country was getting chickens, and it didn’t take us long. We ended up buying nine chicks, three of three different kinds: Buff Orpingtons, … more
“Pay attention!” Words I often heard growing up from parents and teachers who desired I be a little more engaged in what I was actually doing rather than with whatever fancy or daydream currently … more
It is spring wildflower time. While winter was comparatively mild, and the flowers seem to be out a week or so early, they are no less welcome. Most days, I take a walk along the trails at the state … more
It is just barely possible that I am not the first person to write the words I am about to write. Love is complicated. It is so on many levels. Love can run deep, but it’s also often shallow. It … more
May 6-10 is Teacher Appreciation Week, a time to celebrate our educators and thank them for all they do for our students. However, there’s an ongoing problem in South Dakota – teacher salaries … more
There were definitely advantages to being the youngest child, growing up on our South Dakota farm. The biggest one was that by the time they got to number six, the folks had pretty much used up all … more
I love to grate my own cheese, but I get tired of finding mold on my blocks of cheese in the refrigerator. I’m hoping I may have found a solution. For those who have been reading my column or who … more
Working as a registered nurse in inpatient rehabilitation, I am often called upon to care for patients who have had a cerebrovascular accident, or more commonly called, a stroke. I have observed … more
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