Saturday, March 29, 2008

Rock Chalk Jayhawk, Go KU!

Tomorrow's the big day. I'm hoping for a KU Final Four year! Seems crazy that Illinois people would be KU fans, but our relatives have KU connections!

If you've ever been to Phog Allen Fieldhouse, it's quite an experience. I equate it to going to the Ryman Auditorium in Nashville, TN....the most famous of the venues for the Grand Ol Opry. Allen Fieldhouse is awe-inspiring. The ghosts of basketball definitely live there!

So, best of luck to my Jayhawks. Hopefully Monday a big smile will be on my face and the Jayhawks will be ready to take the title!

Tuesday, March 25, 2008


This photo is actually from spring 2007, but it won't be long until farmers are in the field in western Illinois.
Prices of inputs are SO high it's very scary. Imagine going to the grocery store to buy milk and it costs $2.00 while the following week it's gone to $3.00!
In the meantime, you have no control over how much your boss pays you for the job you do this year.
Out of control would be the way I'd describe the situation..out of control and scary.
Yet, hope springs eternal and every farmer is an optimist.