It’s the middle of May, and in west-central Saskatchewan, we have barely started seeding. The wintry weather is increasing the frustration, and along with this comes the panic about getting all the kernels in the ground soon enough to allow for an adequate maturing process. Often at this time of year, friends and relatives come […] Read more
Barbara Sanderson
Stories by Barbara Sanderson
Passing down the family farm
Dear TEAM: Can you offer some stumbling blocks to watch out for in starting an intergenerational family farm? I have had experience from the junior side, but will soon be involved from the senior side. – M.C., Radisson, Sask. Dear M.C.: Since receiving your letter, I have done research and spoken with people across the […] Read more
Tips for parents with teenagers
Parenting teens is a challenge I enjoy. These days, as always, one feels a need to encourage and support positive lifestyle choices, independence and self-esteem. As a mother of three teens, I gather parenting information to help me in my parenting role. I have found an excellent resource that I keep by my bedside and […] Read more
Fond memories of an old poem
We received at least a dozen replies from readers from British Columbia to Ontario with very interesting tidbits of nostalgia, in response to the letter from E.B., Man., requesting the words to Come Little Leaves. Many wrote of memories of teaching, reciting or singing these songs in their first schools. H.M. from Steinbach, Man., wrote […] Read more
