Comments on: About Me

By: Bill Silvestre

Bill Silvestre — Wed, 27 Jan 2016 18:02:57 +0000

Hi Carolyn,

Found your page today 1/27/16 and just wanted to say, Keep up the great work!

We understand your story, we made an environmental, educational, documentary movie about the west and small family farms and ranches our web address is http://www.losingthewestthemovie.com Please feel free to check out our page.

We just signed a distribution deal with Green Planet Films and we are happy to be able to get our film out to the people who need to know what is happening with small family farms and ranches in the western United States.

Please help us get our message out. Like us, follow us, etc…

Thank you for your time please write about our film.

Have a blessed day!

Best,

Bill

By: Kimberly Hartke

Kimberly Hartke — Mon, 20 Jul 2015 19:11:49 +0000

Hi Carolyn, a rancher friend sent the Tri State Neighbor article to me. I am a publicist for several organizations interested in organic ag. I would like to add you to their press list. Could you please send me your email?

By: Emily

Emily — Sun, 24 May 2015 20:33:46 +0000

Hi Carolyn. I have been reading your blog for awhile. It is great. I particularly have enjoyed your posts on buffer strips! I have somewhat of an odd request. I am currently getting my Master’s Degree in Rural Development through a program in Europe. When I graduate, my hope is to find a job working on agriculture policy in Minnesota and the midwest. I grew up on a corn/soybean/wheat farm in South Dakota. And although I never thought this would be my path when I was a teenager, I have found my passion lies with helping and advocating for farmers like my dad. I will be back in Minnesota in August and September before returning to Germany for my final semester in Europe. When I am back this summer, I have this amazing opportunity to work with State Representative Erin Murphy on a piece of ag legislation – whatever issue want – which she will introduce next legislative session; however, I will admit that being out of MN for the last 11 months, I am not up to date on some of the issues facing farmers today an even if any of these issues can possibly be addressed with new/revised legislation. I have been reaching out to numerous farmers around the state to get their ideas, and I was wondering if you perhaps had any? Feel free to reply to this comment or email me. Thank you for your consideration.

By: Alli Cecchini

Alli Cecchini — Tue, 04 Nov 2014 17:35:15 +0000

Subject: Connect and support a younger generation of farmers!

Hi Carolyn,

I heard about your blog in a list of top farm blogs and am interested in connecting. Our farm here in California is run by first generation farmers in their twenties and are launching a nationwide Kickstarter campaign to raise awareness about farming. We’d love to have your support. If you’re interested, please let me know and we can talk more!

Cheers,
Alli

By: Carolyn Olson

Carolyn Olson — Mon, 06 Oct 2014 23:38:45 +0000

In reply to Shirley.

It was so nice to meet you, Shirley! We were able to meet your son, and visit once again with your son-in-law at the race on Sunday. I hope they had fun at their first NASCAR race.
Thank you so much for visiting my blog, and for leaving me a note. It made my day! 🙂
Wishing you many blessings!
Carolyn

By: Shirley

Shirley — Mon, 06 Oct 2014 03:20:30 +0000

Carolyn, just a brief note.
I hope you enjoyed the NASCAR race, today and a lovely drive home.
I so enjoyed meeting you and Jonthan, last evening in Kansas City.
Today, I looked a bit at your blog.
You have a wonderful gift to communicate “goodness”.
Thank you for sharing your wisdom and insights.
Enjoy your harvest, your family and your adventure to Europe.
I’m glad I got to meet and visit with you.
Blessings, Shirley

By: "American Barn Stories and Other Tales From the Heartlands"

"American Barn Stories and Other Tales From the Heartlands" — Mon, 23 Jun 2014 04:40:12 +0000

Found your blog in my search to get the word out on the next “American Barn Stories” episode — earlier shows are on PBS and this episode should be, too, including Minnesota — please take a look at the story of it all through this link https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/american-barn-stories-episode-3-barn-quilts-old-style-barn-raising-and-more/x/6259310 — it’s a lot of fun and people love the shows from America’s true Heartland — any pass-along help with the link appreciated – thanks- — and good luck with everything you’re doing on your end — maybe there’s a story there for a future episode!

Tom Laughlin
Kovia Productions
Lake Geneva, Wisconsin
http://www.americanbarnstories.net
tom-laughlin@att.net
262-248-9650

By: judy

judy — Tue, 22 Apr 2014 01:27:12 +0000

I have a postcard of my grandfathers dated May 1909. It has a picture of a farm house on the front. Inside Mrs. J.A. Olson signed it stating this is our home – Fair View Farm. My grandfather lived in Madison, Minnesota. Any chance you would know any history or contact person who might like this picture.