Farmer/writer Ralph J. Rice shares his experiences growing up with farming and then running a farm on his own. This collection of essays ranges from musings on the deeper meanings of farming and rural life, to hilarious anecdotes about his own mishaps on the farm. Sweet, funny and reflective, this book paints an endearing portrait of rural life both past and present. Rice is a frequent contributor to Rural Heritage Magazine. 240 pages, 24 black and white illustrations by artist Bethany Caskey. Softcover. 8.5 X 5.5 inches.