by Annette Hetrick | Aug 17, 2026 | Newsletters
Bad things happen in the world, like war, natural disasters, disease. But out of those situations always arise stories of ordinary people doing extraordinary things. Daryn Kagan Together We Rise At the beginning of the year, we chose Community & Connection as our...
by Annette Hetrick | Aug 17, 2026 | Recipes
A Sweet Taste of August Nothing says late summer quite like juicy peaches and fresh blueberries. This simple fruit crisp is perfect for family gatherings, backyard barbecues, or a cozy dessert after dinner. Ingredients for the Filling: 5 cups fresh peaches, sliced 2...
by Annette Hetrick | Aug 17, 2026 | Home Maintenance
When the Cleanup is Over Once the immediate cleanup ends, a different kind of recovery begins. Insurance claims, contractor estimates, repairs, and paperwork can continue for weeks or months. Having recently experienced tornado damage in our own community, we...
by Annette Hetrick | Jul 16, 2026 | Newsletters
July is hollyhocks and hammocks, fireworks and vacations, hot and steamy weather, cool and refreshing swims, beach picnics, and vegetables all out of the garden. Jean Hersey Happy July! This month we are focusing on Integrity in Action, Doing What’s Right, Not...
by Annette Hetrick | Jul 16, 2026 | Interesting Information
When I (Annette) think of July, I don’t just think about fireworks. I think about sweet corn, fresh strawberries, juicy watermelon, and long summer days at my family’s roadside fruit and vegetable stand in southern Wisconsin. From the time I was a little...
