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As a curious observer of life, I blog on writing, marketing, my prairie - anything that interests me in the moment. I like to have conversations with readers, so don’t hesitate to leave a comment. I'll respond.

Perkins Corner – love and comfort in a package “to go”

By Carol / 13 December 2016 /

My mother had a tradition. Whenever we visited, when it came time to leave, Mom put together food for us to take along for the drive. It didn’t matter if we’d just eaten and the…

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What traditions make the holiday for you? – A Thanksgiving story

By Carol / 24 November 2016 /

Thanksgiving is a time laden with tradition as family and friends gather to share food, fellowship, and fond memories. As I texted my nieces this year, sharing our plans for turkey and all the fixings,…

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The Art of War – The Art of Loving

By Carol / 26 February 2014 /

Movies, reading & walking across Iowa uncover surprising connections. Art and history, love and war intersect as I continue my virtual trek across Iowa. There can’t be many who haven’t heard about the movie Monuments…

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A waffle iron for Christmas?

By Carol / 21 December 2013 /

The humble gift of long-lasting love. As Christmas Eve rolls around, I check to make sure I have all the fixings for our waffle supper.  Waffles mark Christmas Eve in our house as surely as…

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My son is a good dad, too!

By Carol / 17 June 2012 /

My son stopped by recently with his oldest daughter. It was a whirlwind visit, but 3-year-old Hannah ensured we did a little bit of everything. We used the swing and slide. We picked peas and…

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Dad showing love

By Carol / 15 June 2012 /

My dad was not a particularly vocal man. In most cases, he showed us rather than told us what we needed to know. On our family farm, work came first. Dad definitely showed us about…

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