As I write this in May, it’s mental health week. Longtime readers know that 25 years ago I dealt with a very serious postpartum depression, and I am thankful to have had 25 years of good health since that hard year in l984. In my coaching journey I have met many farmers who are feeling […] Read more
Men, Get Help With Stress
To Bless Or To Curse
It happened in the foyer of our church this morning. My pastor asked me how my week had gone, and I quickly said, “It was tough to see a family choose to curse instead of bless. We all get to choose whether we bless or curse one another.” He nodded knowingly, and wrapped his arm […] Read more
You have lots of important business information stored in your head and in files all over the place. It would help to have this organized so when you die, your family knows what to do
Before you read this column, grab a pen, paper, or your laptop. We have some serious work to do. Many readers are aware that our family said farewell to Mom Froese in January 2009. It was a hope-filled journey for us to hear her blessing in the hospital while she could still talk. The family […] Read more
Do you have a negative opinion about someone in your farm family that nags in the pit of your stomach? Ask yourself how YOU can change your thinking
I am writing this in a hotel room in Melfort, Sask., as I am on the road with the Farm Leadership Council (www.wflc.ca)talking to farm folks and credit union staff about “Who wants the farm and when?” One of my key stories is about the filter that the father has for his daughter-in-law, the way […] Read more
The farm itself is not the only solid foundation that keeps a family farm going. Love for one another is essential as well
Don’t like “old man” At least one reader didn’t appreciate the headline “When the old man is stubborn” on Elaine Froese’s column in the January 12 issue. If you agree that using “old man” is in poor taste and you’re wondering why Elaine would write such a thing, rest assured she didn’t write it. Editor […] Read more
Cyber-Savvy Farmer
