I recently had the chance to be a guest speaker in a class at my alma mater, the University of New Mexico School of Law. I loved my time at UNM and cannot say enough about how wonderful the professors were, how kind the staff was, and how many amazing friends I made there. IContinue reading “Follow Your Dreams”
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A Lump and Perspective
I recently had a cancer scare. A lump. I’m fine—all clear. During the two weeks between the discovery and the appointment, I basically held my breath. I put a lot of things on hold, just because I needed to be sure everything was ok. Everything felt in limbo. The moment I got clear results fromContinue reading “A Lump and Perspective”
Stand Up. Do Better.
It feels like over the last year, I’ve frequently shook my head and wondered how certain things can be happening in America. After the murder of several Asian-Americans yesterday and the undeniable increase in hate crimes against Asians in this country, I find myself doing it again. And to compound my grief and frustration, thereContinue reading “Stand Up. Do Better.”
Recipe Card: Taco Soup
My mother in law makes really good taco soup, so I recently asked for her recipe. This could not be easier and I love it especially for a Friday night when I am exhausted, but want a good dinner at home. Taco Soup 1 lb ground beef 1 can rotel (I like the one withContinue reading “Recipe Card: Taco Soup”
It’s Just What Farmers Do
This was published with the Our Rural Roots column for Progressive Farmer magazine. Recently, we were at a small family gathering. I looked over to find my four-year-old son, pants around his ankles, going potty in the yard. I rushed over to find out what in the actual world he was doing! He responded, “Well,Continue reading “It’s Just What Farmers Do”
Recipe Card: Shephard’s Pie
Shephard’s pie is one of my go-to weeknight meals during the winter. It’s classic comfort food and easy to get on the table quickly! Ingredients 1 pound of ground beef (I think technically shephard’s pie is made with ground lamb and ground beef is called cottage pie…but used any ground meat you want) Garlic OnionContinue reading “Recipe Card: Shephard’s Pie”
Recipe Card: Beef Tips
Beef tips is one of my go-to recipes. It’s easy and delicious! 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil 2 pounds beef stew meat cut into 1” cubes 24 oz beef broth 2 Tablespoons Worcestershire sauce 2 Tablespoons Soy sauce 1 clove garlic ¼ Teaspoon onion salt (or a couple shakes minced onion) Salt and pepper to tasteContinue reading “Recipe Card: Beef Tips”
Sunday Nights Make Memories
This article was published with the Progressive Farmer Our Rural Roots series. Under quarantine, the days started to run together, and life began to feel mundane. The kids were going stir crazy locked up at home and, if I am honest, so were their parents. So, in an attempt to find some fun and salvageContinue reading “Sunday Nights Make Memories”
The Angel
We had been praying for a family friend who was very sick with COVID. We included the kids in these prayers for weeks. When our friend passed away, we told the kids that he had gone to Heaven. Braun responded with, “He died? We have to make an angel for his family so they canContinue reading “The Angel”
The Gift of Gratitude
I published this article as part of the Our Rural Roots Column for Progressive Farmer Magazine. Well…2020 has been quite a year. A number of people have lamented about all of the negatives the last 365 days have brought and cannot wait to kiss this trip around the sun goodbye. While I understand the sentiment,Continue reading “The Gift of Gratitude”
