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Day 30- Jeanne Carpenter
Being too cheap to actually purchase the book, I checked out The Master Cheesemakers of Wisconsin book by Becca Dilley and James Norton last winter From the River Falls Public Library. And before I go any further, I want to … Continue reading
Day 29- The Dairy Industry
When I started developing the business plan towards carrying cheese, I did not quite realize the plethora of support our great state has. It shouldn’t be surprising really. But I am really grateful for the Wisconsin Milk Marketing Board (I … Continue reading
Day 28- On Wisconsin!
Whenever I say that I left Portland, OR to come back to Wisconsin it is not uncommon for people to ask “Why?” And if you can’t tell by the fact that WeatherVane Creamery is a Wisconsin themed store and cafe, … Continue reading
Day 27- Healing and New Beginnings
I just saw a news article about a woman jumping off the St Croix bridge today, with her 11 year old left in the car on the side of the highway. I think about the tragedy that we had here … Continue reading
Day 26- Role Models
I have heard people in the last decade wonder who will be role models for the next generation. I don’t have an answer that probably appeals to the masses. Only an answer for who my role models are. And it … Continue reading
Day 25- Choices
Today I am grateful for choices. All along this road of life, and especially in the last year and a half, I have always had choices. I can credit this great country of ours or my parents or even previous … Continue reading
Day 24- Faith and Possiblilty
And fortune tellers and the dragon year. Also for winds taking me to places I never would have thought of going. Grateful indeed. Merry Christmas.
Day 23- All Of The Words Of Encouragement
I am grateful to all of the strangers, friends, and relatives reminding me that I am human- to give myself a break. I am grateful for graffiti on bathroom walls, someone posting the perfect inspirational photo on facebook, and a … Continue reading
Day 22- Chief Erin, Maikol, and Gary
From the beginning and shortly thereafter, there have been three individuals that have contributed to WeatherVane Creamery and me on a weekly or daily basis and that is Chief Erin, Maikol, and Gary. I am very grateful to have them … Continue reading
Day 21- Landmark Education
Often people wonder where I get my energy and how I keep going. In fact, I often wonder myself. And I have an answer: Landmark Education. Ever since I did my Landmark Forum in 2003, my life- or rather my … Continue reading