Monthly Archives: January 2013

Larry the Feed Guy

Posted on January 30, 2013 by Chris Chinn

When Rachelle was five days old, I went back to work full-time on our farm.  “Why so soon,” you might ask?  I had to write paychecks and pay bills, we had a week’s worth of sows that had been bred … Continue reading →

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Another Cold Day on the Farm

Posted on January 24, 2013 by Chris Chinn

It’s winter time and it’s cold outside! This isn’t my favorite time of the year, I don’t like being cold.  Farmers who care for livestock normally spend quite a bit of time in the cold weather.  You might be saying, … Continue reading →

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No School Means More Hands to Build Fences

Posted on January 21, 2013 by Chris Chinn

Today our kids didn’t have school. They were looking forward to a four day school week and so was their dad! The kids were excited about less school work and homework but Kevin was excited because he would have two … Continue reading →

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Paying It Forward – Agriculture Style

Posted on January 18, 2013 by Chris Chinn

With all of the negative news in today’s world, it’s easy to think we live in a troubled place.  It’s easy to become cynical and think no one cares about their neighbors anymore.  Today I received a phone call that … Continue reading →

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Oh No, I’m Getting Old….

Posted on January 8, 2013 by Chris Chinn

No one likes to admit they are getting old, but I’m admitting it, I’m getting old!  I came to this conclusion Sunday night after my kids went to bed.  Kevin and I actually had the TV remote in our possession.  … Continue reading →

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