It is very inspiring to watch the athletes in the Olympics. I have been listening to children the past few days, and they are really involved watching and keeping tabs with the events and athletes.
So far, every American athlete that has been highlighted has been a great example for the younger generation – encouraging and inspiring them to try a new sport or continue in one they are already in.
It gets hard to get to bed at a decent hour because you just don’t want to miss anything!
Here’s to the Olympics and how they encourage our children to work hard and never give up.
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A Frosty Photo
The trees have been beautiful the past couple days. Here is a photo for you!
Inspired Woman is now available at Dan’s
You can pick up the latest issue of Inspired Woman at these Dan’s Supermarket locations: North Bismarck; South Bismarck and in the Mandan store. Read about husbands and wives that work together, like this couple:
Mom-and-Pop Shops
As far as I know, the original mom and pop shops were farms. Husbands and wives worked together to bring in the harvest and tend to the animals.
All of my grandparents and several aunts and uncles made their living off the land. Everyone has retired from the actual farming profession, but one couple needed a hobby.
Names: Tom and Coleen Schulz
Business: Buffalo Coulee Ranch raises and sells bison. It started as a hobby, but today it’s a business with 120 cow/calf pairs, 6 bulls and 90 yearlings in the feed lot.
How long they have been working together: Tom started farming with his father-in-law in 1973. Coleen worked full time as a nurse until 1996. “I would come home from work and combine, run the equipment,” said Coleen. “I took my vacations in the field.”
“She is probably one of the best combine operators around,” said Tom.
Is there one clear boss: “Tom is the decision-maker,” said Coleen. “We talk things over, but he has the final say and takes care of the business end.”
Would you do it again: “Not at my age,” said Tom. “But they’re not as much work as cattle. Bison calve themselves, they never overeat and they’re never sick.”
Some thoughts: “Whatever business you have, you have to work together,” said Coleen. “When I worked (as a nurse), I helped Tom in the field, but he also helped me in the house.”
How has working together changed your marriage: “She’s gotten a little more bossy,” Tom joked.
How do you separate work and home issues: “There is not a lot of separation on the farm, but when I worked, I would bring my frustrations home,” said Coleen. “Tom helped me then, because I hated mornings and he would come into the bathroom with my cup of coffee while I was getting ready.”
Tips for other husband/wife teams: “Be nice to one another,” said Tom. “Faith in God is very important in a relationship. And family – not just her and I, our whole family.”
“You can have disagreements, but you better not let them ride,” said Coleen. “Talk it out and end the day on a positive note. Communication is a big thing.”
Get the new issue November 3rd
It was interesting putting the Nov/Dec issue together. Illnesses caused more than one interview to be postponed and put production behind. I guess that’s what weekends are for…catching up! So, we’re still on schedule to distribute Monday, November 3rd. Woo hoo!
There is not a theme for this issue, it’s just full of great articles that will warm your heart and inspire you this holiday season. The recipes are incredible, too!
Looking forward to hearing your comments.
~Be Inspired~
Inspiring Gift Ideas
Looking for some extraordinary gift ideas? The November/December issue will have some fun, very cool suggestions for you.
