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Month: July 2009

Lonesome Dove

It’s raining, so I’m watching the movie, “Lonesome Dove.” A rainy day is always good for any movie; “Lonesome Dove” is just an excellent choice. We raise a few cattle however I have no interest in being a cowboy, I see myself more like a shepherd, so it’s not the cowboy element that draws me … Continue reading Lonesome Dove →

Grant Nelson Uncategorized Leave a comment July 30, 2009 3 Minutes

Letter to Dave

Dear Dave, I have found the cure, for anything; lemonade. A few weeks back, I was feeling a little overwhelmed with summer projects. I took a drive into town to work-out and came across a lemonade stand along county road seven near Thief River Falls, Mn. This might seem like a fairly remote outpost; however … Continue reading Letter to Dave →

Grant Nelson Uncategorized Leave a comment July 23, 2009 2 Minutes

Fair Memories

I like a county fair, or at least I like the idea of one. I still love the cattle and exhibits, however time has made me a little less tolerant of people. I can accept the need for Carnies on the midway, however I fail to see a need for rebellious teen-agers with hair died … Continue reading Fair Memories →

Grant Nelson Uncategorized Leave a comment July 16, 2009 2 Minutes

A Report from the Back Forty

In an earlier column, I mentioned that I was taking on a pretty good sized summer project in our cattle pasture. New fence, new seeding and a modern water system are among the improvements that will better help us to raise cattle. This week I want to give you a quick report on our progress. … Continue reading A Report from the Back Forty →

Grant Nelson Uncategorized Leave a comment July 9, 2009 3 Minutes

In Need of a Higher Power

Belief in someone greater than ourselves is not just a religious principle, it’s the cornerstone of good character. When you believe in a greater power, you relieve yourself of ego and arrogance plus it’s easier to submit to the rules that make us better , happier people. Unfortunately, some people have cast this belief to … Continue reading In Need of a Higher Power →

Grant Nelson Uncategorized 1 Comment July 1, 2009 3 Minutes
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