Tag Archives: central Illinois

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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Fall faves

Posted on October 27, 2020 by Marla Rose

I hope you’re enjoying the rise and fall of October days!

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#Harvest2020

Posted on September 23, 2020 by Marla Rose

This time of year, they don’t care what you bring them to eat or even if it’s very good! They are just grateful for a delivery. Tonight was Schwan’s oven-baked breaded chicken breast sandwiches and homemade chocolate chip cookies. Friends, … Continue reading →

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Slight difference

Posted on September 3, 2020 by Marla Rose

… in the view from when I left for work to when I returned home. View from the combine steps’ platform. Now, to figure out what’s for supper. I need to do a better job meal planning! Have a great … Continue reading →

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Advice

Posted on August 12, 2020 by Marla Rose

Watch the sun rise. We are limited in the amount of these we get to see! Work hard. It makes you tough! Play hard. If you work for it, you deserve it. Praise God for the opportunities you have right … Continue reading →

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A Happy new home

Posted on September 22, 2017 by Marla Rose

Monday was a big day for our Happy.After the Nativity fiasco in December, Pig-Farmer questioned my ability to get Happy to load in the trailer.  Especially, if Happy had any clue that he was going to the veterinarian’s to get castrated….  … Continue reading →

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Coffee on the bridge, anyone?

Posted on March 21, 2017 by Marla Rose

So, I really wanted to park on the Coplin Bridge and drink my coffee this morning. Would anyone be able to blame me? Friends, I hope you see a beautiful image this week!

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Soul Sunday

Posted on March 19, 2017 by Marla Rose

Everyone needs a place where their soul finds peace.  Since Pig-Farmer’s schedule and the budget isn’t allowing for my derriere to be seated pool- or beach-side, with a fruity drink in my hand, I am lucky to have the river … Continue reading →

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Posted on February 10, 2017 by Marla Rose

Winter in Illinois can challenge a person to look a little harder for nature’s beauty.  Luckily, I got to see and photograph this sunset. A walk in the timber, overlooking the Kaskaskia River, rarely disappoints, too. Plus, the energy exerted … Continue reading →

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Fall foliage walk-about

Posted on October 24, 2016 by Marla Rose

Well, sort of.  I mean, it is definitely fall and there is definitely foliage. However, much of it is still green. I’m not complaining.  I will take the beautiful weather we’ve been having as long as God lets it stick … Continue reading →

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