Category Archives: Small town life

Not good!

Posted on October 7, 2022 by Marla Rose

Harvest was going well yesterday until the grain cart decided to pop a wheelie. Parts were available. I was able to pick up and bring them home with me. Repairs are underway this a.m. Yesterday’s and this morning’s sunrise pics … Continue reading →

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Back-to-School

Posted on August 1, 2022 by Marla Rose

AUGUST. The last full month of summer. It’s also the back-to-school month. It may be met with dread or excitement. Let’s work and pray for excitement. Let’s put our energy into making this an amazing school year. For everyone. Our … Continue reading →

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Tuesday, October 6th

Posted on October 7, 2020 by Marla Rose

A beautiful, busy day. It’s getting dark too early, tho! It was almost dark when I delivered grilled barnyard burgers. These burgers are a delicious combination of ground chicken breast, bacon, and cheese. We are fortunate to have excellent choices … Continue reading →

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October 5, 2020 – 1st Frost

Posted on October 5, 2020 by Marla Rose

It seems way too early, but it was cold and clear with a frosty start to the morning. Clint took photos from the combine cab for me while I was at work. I love the view from this field – … Continue reading →

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Falling back

Posted on November 4, 2018 by Marla Rose

The beautiful season of autumn lets your senses sail away.  Fall in the country has it’s very own smell. The trick is to breathe deeply and notice it! Reminisce a bit, then brush your hands off, and appreciate each beautiful … Continue reading →

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Counting my fall blessings

Posted on October 2, 2018 by Marla Rose

October in Illinois – the flowers are telling the evergreens to wait their turn! The Sunken Garden in Forest Park, Shelbyville, is just getting warmed up. The bees are still abuzz. It’s harvest time, after all. Things from the past … Continue reading →

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Backyard Paradise

Posted on May 1, 2018 by Marla Rose

Spring is slowly, daintily, tiptoeing into the dance of seasons. Sunday, I chose to explore, enjoy, and try to express the wild beauty of my backyard. I hoped to even find morel mushrooms, just as I’ve hoped this property is home to Redbud … Continue reading →

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Rain Delay

Posted on March 29, 2018 by Marla Rose

This spring has been delayed due to chilly, rainy weather and lack of sunshine. I last posted an optimistic blog about spring whispering.  Since then, winter yelled back. A little snow, a little ice, a lot of cold rain. It’s … Continue reading →

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A whisper

Posted on February 13, 2018 by Marla Rose

Spring whispered to me this morning from my backyard. It was a very quiet whisper.  After all, it is February 13th in Illinois. Whispers are good.  Hope is better! For today friends, have hope!  

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