
Corn, Beans, Pigs & Kids
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I am proud to be a farmer, farmer's wife and stay at home mom. Combine that passion with my love for my community and volunteering, there always seems to be "fields of opportunities" for me and my family in rural North Iowa. Follow along my journey.
Corn, Beans, Pigs & Kids
5h ago
What is one thing you'd tell your younger self?
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Corn, Beans, Pigs & Kids
2M ago
When it comes to holiday baking, I love treats that are simple to make, delicious, and a hit with all ages. One of my go-to recipes that checks all the boxes is Oreo Balls. These little bites are rich, creamy, and let’s be honest — anything dipped in almond bark is a holiday winner! Plus, they’re great for making ahead, and the kids love helping roll and dip them. It's a fun family tradition we do every year.
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Corn, Beans, Pigs & Kids
3M ago
Yesterday, before attending a Silos & Smokestacks National Heritage Area Board of Trustees meeting in Waterloo, Iowa, I finally took the time to stop at a place I’ve driven by countless times - the Sullivan Brothers Iowa Veterans Museum. I’m so glad I did!
The museum is part of the Grout Museum District, which is a member of the Silos & Smokestacks National Heritage Area. This heritage area is a network of museums and historical sites in the Northeast quadrant of Iowa that collectively tell the story of Iowa and the heritage of American agriculture. It’s an honor for me to begin my ter ..read more
Corn, Beans, Pigs & Kids
3M ago
Are you looking for the perfect dip that’s a hit at tailgates and holiday gatherings? This pickle wrap dip recipe brings together everything you love about those irresistible pickle wraps in an easy, crowd-pleasing dip! Packed with the savory flavors of ham, dill pickles, and cream cheese, this dip is simple to make and hard to resist. Trust me, once you put it on the table, it won’t last long!
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Corn, Beans, Pigs & Kids
4M ago
Today marks the end of our son’s second year of cross country, and I have to admit - before he participated, I had never been to a meet in my life. But after these two seasons, I’ve truly fallen in love with the sport, the environment and everything that comes with it. There’s something special about XC meets that sets them apart from other sports and I’m here to tell you why you should experience one for yourself.
Photo by Molly Bird
Our son is in the middle of the pack in the red & black jersey
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Corn, Beans, Pigs & Kids
5M ago
Looking for a quick and easy dish to bring to your next potluck or holiday gathering? Try my four ingredient Oreo Fluff Salad! It's always a hit with all ages!
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Corn, Beans, Pigs & Kids
6M ago
It's the first day of school here in Iowa today and with the special day falling on a Friday, I thought what better way to celebrate than with my kids' favorite Homemade Stuffed Crust Pizza! This pizza is easy to make with staple ingredients that, if your family is anything like mine, you always have stocked - string cheese and pepperoni!
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Corn, Beans, Pigs & Kids
8M ago
The 4th of July is a great time to celebrate our country's independence, show off your patriotism, spend time with family and friends, shoot off fireworks and check crops. It's been tradition for decades that farmers check their crops, especially corn, to see if it is "Knee High by the 4th of July." Now while knee high isn't the benchmark for farmers anymore due to hybridization and improved genetics, it is still a fun tradition for our family to benchmark our corn (and family's) growth every year. In fact, our family has been taking an annual "Knee High" photo for over a decade (202 ..read more
Corn, Beans, Pigs & Kids
8M ago
As the County Fair approaches, the excitement and anticipation are high. Here are seven telltale signs that you're less than two weeks away from the big event:
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Corn, Beans, Pigs & Kids
9M ago
It's June Dairy Month, which means our family is continuing our tradition of visiting different ice cream shops as part of our Iowa Ice Cream Road Trip! What better way to kick off this year's celebration than by sharing about our visit to the Wells Blue Bunny Visitor Center and Ice Cream Parlor in the Ice Cream Capital of the World, Le Mars, Iowa.
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