11 Comments
User's avatar
Alexander Lovell, PhD's avatar

Your piece serves as such a powerful and encouraging reminder to embrace and honor the foundational experiences that have shaped us. In a world that often encourages us to constantly reinvent ourselves, your message gently nudges us to appreciate the roots from which we've grown. The pride you carry in being "The Farmer's Daughter" is palpable and inspiring. It’s not about being stuck in the past, but about recognizing the strength, discipline, and love that were sown into your being, allowing you to flourish. Thank you for sharing such a personal and uplifting story that encourages us all to look back at our own origins with appreciation and to see how those early influences continue to empower us in our present lives. 🩵

Expand full comment
Nancy A's avatar

Thank you Alex! I know everyone's upbringing is a varying mix of good and bad. While mine had its fair share of bad, I try to focus on the good. Our stories to ourselves matter most. I appreciate your reflections! ❤

Expand full comment
Nancy E. Holroyd, RN's avatar

What a lovely tribute highlighting how your dad influenced who you are. Thanks for sharing this, Nancy

Expand full comment
Nancy A's avatar

Thank you Nancy! I appreciate you being here! ❤

Expand full comment
Teddi's avatar

What a great inheritance you are left with ,farmers truly run the planet with their love of the earth Be well

Expand full comment
Nancy A's avatar

Thank you Teddi! I totally agree! ❤

Expand full comment
Sandra Chapman's avatar

This is so nice and such a sweet remembrance of your father! ❤️

Expand full comment
Nancy A's avatar

Thank you Sandra ❤

Expand full comment
Sheila Dembowski's avatar

I absolutely LOVE this Nancy! Can I share this in my newsletter?

Expand full comment
Nancy A's avatar

Thank you Sheila! Of course you can, I'd be honored. ❤

Expand full comment
Sheila Dembowski's avatar

Great! I will do that!

Expand full comment