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Central Illinois Weather

Posted on January 11, 2017 by Marla Rose

Weather fascinates me.  It can make or break you. It is predictably unpredictable. It is moodier than a teenage girl. Working for an electric cooperative makes me even more interested in the weather. The five-day forecast shows a chance for … Continue reading →

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The Old Barn is in a Sad Pile

Posted on April 3, 2016 by Marla Rose

The old barn that has so many stories that it holds secret.The old barn, that isn’t mine, but that I watched the sun rise as a back drop to the barn … yeah, that old barn.   The old barn … Continue reading →

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A January Saturday

Posted on January 16, 2016 by Marla Rose

Some days the clouds in your thoughts seem to lift. Other days, it seems the best activity is to find a nice blankie, hide your face, and take a nap. Then, you’ll feel like eating, of course, upon awaking.  At … Continue reading →

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Barnyard Walk

Posted on January 3, 2016 by Marla Rose

Finally!  A day without rushing, clouds and rain.  A day to walk around the barnyards with you.  My in-laws bought two feeder calves to put in with our little George. Taking pics of black calves in the dark results in … Continue reading →

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Today is what you make of it.

Posted on September 29, 2015 by Marla Rose

Change is in the air. Subtly, weaving it’s web. Starting slowly, gaining momentum. Fight it? Oh, there’s no need!  Change is a constant. Does the sun sit still? Not for a minute. Quit worrying about those watching, waiting, Stick your … Continue reading →

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Photo Friday ~ September 4, 2015

Posted on September 4, 2015 by Marla Rose

Even with the temps being in the 90s this week, there is a definite feeling of autumn approaching. Ready or not. Happy (^^^) Labor Day weekend, Photo Friday friends!!

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Photo Friday ~ June 26, 2015

Posted on June 26, 2015 by Marla Rose

Rain – Puddles – Mud – Weeds – Flooding – Swampy – Tropical The prettiest view on my little farm. The garden with my ornamental corn is saturated.  I hope some of it survives.  It is getting tall.  Better to … Continue reading →

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View from my front porch

Posted on May 24, 2015 by Marla Rose

All photos were taken Friday, May 22, from my front porch. Life really is about taking time to notice the little things. The old and the new: Unimpressed with my decision to be outside: Happy’s reminder to kick up your … Continue reading →

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Photo Friday – May 22, 2015

Posted on May 22, 2015 by Marla Rose

First thing out of bed, even before coffee (!!), still in pjs, I checked on Abigail.  Nope, no calf yet.  Then, I went for coffee …. only to discover that last night I forgot to put the lid on the … Continue reading →

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Photo Friday ~ May 8, 2015

Posted on May 8, 2015 by Marla Rose

For today, friends,

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