Tag Archives: hogs

Why Everyone should raise hogs once in their lives

Posted on August 25, 2020 by Life in the 50's and beyond...

Every job you have ever held, had elements that made the job difficult, things that frustrated you, things that inspired you, things that gave you a sense of accomplishment or a sense of pride.  Since not too many of you … Continue reading →

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End of the Year on the Farm

Posted on January 5, 2013 by Life in the 50's and beyond...

Lots to do.   Even in the dead of winter there is work to be done.  Right now we have  a couple of pieces of equipment torn apart awaiting a complete engine overhaul.  My husband is Master of the Used Universe. … Continue reading →

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Farm Chores and Teen Angel

Posted on November 23, 2012 by Life in the 50's and beyond...

.  One of my first farm chores was to fill the cattle’s water trough. It was a concrete structure about 12 feet long and 2 feet deep.  In the summer, it seemed like it was always empty and In the … Continue reading →

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The City boy and the Country boy

Posted on September 26, 2012 by Life in the 50's and beyond...

It’s good to get outside of your circle of friends and meet new people.   I think we all need to find out about life’s different perspectives now and then.   The young man we met on our weekend Getaway … Continue reading →

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