Country Life Stories

Short stories celebrating the best parts of country life including beloved family traditions, neighbors helping neighbors and the wonderful feeling of an honest day’s work.

John Gray and his wife, Fran, offer saddles tailor-made for each rider's needs.

Equestrian Therapy

January 23, 2013

A custom saddle maker gives the joy of riding back to disabled equestrians.

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The Chainsaw Conundrum

January 23, 2013

Sometimes a man’s power tool is not his best friend.

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Hoping for a Snow Day

December 18, 2012

A snowstorm stranded them at school—until the local farmers rode to the rescue.

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Starting a Dairy Farm from Scratch

December 17, 2012

Our friends and family thought we were crazy to start a dairy farm, but not a day goes by that I don’t find a reason to be glad we did.

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Country Life: Country School

December 16, 2012

Montana high school teacher shares her favorite memory and inspirational stories about life at a country school.

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The Christmas House

November 30, 2012

One family’s tradition brings holiday joy to all of their neighbors.

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Believing in Santa

November 19, 2012

This fun-loving Utah ranch family found hard evidence that St. Nick is real.

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Christmas Candle Maker

November 19, 2012

Laurie Kromm, owner of SpringHouse Candles and Scents in Mineral Point, pours her heart into her art during the Christmas season.

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Beekeeping: a Successful Hobby

November 19, 2012

This Wisconsin couple reaps some surprising rewards from backyard beekeeping.

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Dorsey Family Thanksgiving. Photo by Carol Kohler.

Thanksgiving: A Family Tradition

October 25, 2012

Each Thanksgiving, the Dorsey family packs the farm with family, food and gratitude.

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