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For those who think gardening is easy, let me just say that, although I love my garden, it takes a lot of work. There is nothing better than being able to pick fresh vegetables and herbs whenever … more
The South Dakota Legislature covered a lot of issues in the 2023 Session. Everything from abandoned mobile homes to truancy to golf carts to tax cuts. This week, we are on the eve of the … more
The patient was young, healthy and short of breath. She had not been sick recently, other than a minor cough. Her oxygen level was normal, and her lungs sounded clear. Her heart rate was a little … more
The July 4th weekend is an incredibly festive time. Millions of American families celebrate freedom and independence. People are coming together to have BBQs, fireworks, days at the beach and … more
There I was, sitting on the metal bleachers, jammed between two camps of noisy young athletes. It was the end-of-the-year junior high track meet. There was a break before my grandson’s next race, … more
During the course of our lives, we hope for many things, large and small. It may be health and long life, happy and safe family and friends or a particular lifestyle. Maybe it is for power, … more
The Fourth of July is upon us. My friend Rod Nichols, prior to his death, gave me permission to use his poetry. This is one I've always loved because it speaks of rodeo, communities and love of … more
It was a tough battle against the weeds in the garden, but I came out the winner with my plants ready to enjoy the rain when it finally came without having to compete for a drink. I ended up spending … more
This is my sixth article informing readers of the Kingsbury Journal about The American Legion. The American Legion was founded upon four pillars, and these have remained unchanged since our founding … more
Nothing brings perspective to life like a newborn baby. Everything trivial and inconsequential fades into the background as you welcome a new tiny human into the world with a full heart and wide-open … more
Sometimes, in this life, the simplest, least-expensive objects nurture imagination and creativity the most. Consider paper dolls, figures cut out of paper or thin cardboard with separate clothes, … more
This is a question that , depending on emphasis or circumstance, can have many meanings. “What do you know?” asked by an acquaintance passing in the street is a friendly and casual greeting. … more
I think everyone keeps saying the same thing … we need rain. The only things thriving in this hot, dry weather are the weeds. When it started heating up, we were pretty good at watering the lawn, … more
So often we miss the blessings God intends for us because of our stubborness. Jeri Taton had this on her Facebook post recently. I can't find a source, but that doesn't mean it isn't meaningful. … more
This is my fifth article informing Kingsbury Journal readers about The American Legion. The American Legion was founded upon four pillars of service in 1919, and still to this day, we continue to … more
Every place I go, and especially in church on Sunday, I hear this, “Hey Tim, are the fish biting?” Of course, the reason for this question is that Marcia and I have a place on both Lake Thompson … more
Marrying a farm kid has shown me the immense amount of pride in being part of the agricultural community. It is prevalent that the agricultural profession, while rewarding, is challenging. Running … more
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