Chris Hardie

Snow, tight spots and a truck offer an excellent reminder of why it’s always helpful to measure distances precisely rather than just estimating.

Milking cows is important, but tedious work. On cold winter mornings, Chris Hardie often thinks back to those days in the Hardie dairy barn.

One of the great joys in writing a column is receiving feedback from readers. Whether positive or negative, it helps you understand the impact of your work.

I will never tire of the incredible beauty and diversity of our farm. I love to walk the property with no purpose other than to clear my mind and escape.

Contrary to popular belief, you will need to wait another year before the third decade of the 21st century begins. Aren’t calendars fun?

Shoveling snow can be dangerous. A Harvard Medical School report says about 100 people — mostly men — die during or just after shoveling snow each year.

It’s the Christmas season — a time for family, gifts and sentimental trips down memory lane. One that stands out for me includes two wild cats.

The original part of our farmhouse is full of memories. One of my earliest memories dates to the middle-1960s when we were visiting on butchering day.

Recently I was put on hold for such a long time it felt like I was going to be on the line till the cows came home. Come to think of it, they did.

Deer hunting is my opportunity to unplug — if only for a few hours — from the hectic pace of life. It’s a time of peace and reflection.