Why I Love My Church Family

Why I Love My Church Family “Sometimes I just wish my family would show me some respect, and appreciate what I do around here”. Under the shadow of a picture of Jesus at the Last Supper, a weary farmer shares his deep frustration within a complex family...

Checked your oil lately?

Checked your oil lately? My car has covered a lot of miles this winter, and I was shocked that my oil was “below add.” I hadn’t been paying attention. A seized engine is not my idea of fun, so I am glad I heeded my hubby’s advice to check the...

Farm Coach story on Elaine Froese

Farm Coach story on Elaine Froese By Bill Redekop Winnipeg Free Press April 30,2006 BOISSEVAIN – Elaine Froese doesn’t look like someone who once had 23 shock therapy sessions for what her doctor called the worst post-partum depression he had ever seen....

Reading and Greeting

“Reading and Greeting” “Tomorrow will be another day,” said the farmer as he reflected on a very wet seeding season. I admired his tenacity, hope and sense of optimism as we closed off our conversation. “Our lives are shaped by the people...

Mom, Help me Find a Job!

“Mom, Help me Find a Job! “It isn’t what you did for me; it’s that you believe in me.” Moms believe their children can accomplish anything, it’s part of the mommy code of life. We’re about to celebrate and honour mothers…in...