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Reeds Ag Enterprises in Turner is now a Wheatheart dealer for NorthCentral Montana for parts & equipment.

Call 406-379-2386. 3-II:10-I

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For Sale: 1992 Toyota Tercel, 1.5L gasoline, 2 door coupe car.

Motor bad, needs -replaced. $500. Call 406-357-4201. x

For Sale: Beagle x Bassett pups, 1/8 Lhasa Apso, fully vaccinated Boston Terrier x Cavalier, fully vacc. Apr. 13. Many Shih T3u pups, full vac., ready Apr. 27. Order Now. 673-3175. 4-I Bus. w/ Lvg Quarters For Sale: Blue Bear Car Wash, Havre, MT. 3 inside & 1 outside bay, 1 RV dump, 2 vacuums, 2300 sq. ft. living quarters w/ radiant floor heat. Upper floor has large bed/bath suite both w/ walk in closets, and large open area.

Main floor: kitchen w/ appliances, breakfast bar looks into lg. din. rm. Very large lvg room, one main floor bath, two rooms one for storage and the other ideal for office space. Selling for medical reasons. Appraised at $278k, asking $245,000.

Call Lance at 945-0680.

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Lunch at noon • Sale starts at 1:00 p.m.

Selling 30 Yearling Angus Bulls

• Performance and Fertility Tested • Gentle Dispositions

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QUALITY HOMES IN FORT BENTON! 410 FRONT 3bed/3ba 3840 sq/ft home on two levels on a 175’ by 120’ corner lot one block from the beautiful Missouri River. $283,900 1011 20TH ST 2 +2bed 2438 sq/ft home offers all one level living w/deck, hot tub, Situated near the high school, park, and museums. $184,500 1118 WASHINGTON 2+bed/2bath 2,464 sq./ft. home features hot tub, new carpet, sprinkler system on 4 corner lots. $174,500 1010 12TH 4bed/3ba on 3 city lots,privacy fenced back yard, oversized garage & outdoor patio, hardwood floors, large master suite, living room, den, kitchen/dining combo, and partial finished basement wi/storage. $149,900 1804 FRANKLIN 4 bd/2ba includes large living room, family room, bonus room, finished walk-out daylight basement, plus storage space on 2-1/2+ lots near school & city park! $148,000 www.fbrealty.com 1426 Front Street, Fort Benton, MT (800)406-0946

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THINGS TO KNOW:

April 21 & 28, Thurs.: HOMEBUYER ED CLASS, US Bank , 235 First St. (West entrance, Level 2-Meeting Room) HAVRE. 5pm-9pm, fee $20. Call 434-9161 x114 to register or for more info.

June 18, Sat.: LONGEST DAM RACE T-SHIRT CONTEST, sponsored by Glasgow Area Chamber of Commerce & Agricultre. Create a concept design that uses the events of the Longest Dam Race, to be held June 18 in Fort Peck, MT, and power houses as a theme. For rules and info, call 406-228-2222 or email chamber@glasgowmt.net.

July 8 & 9, Fri. & Sat.: BLAINE CO. CAR CRUISE and DRIVE-IN MOVIE. For information, contact Matt Langford at 357-2470.

Let us know what’s happening in your area It’s free and it gets read!

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Burnham Fencing Alex Burnham Saco, MT 59261 Phone: 406 527-7920 (Cell) Barbed Wire Fence, Wind Break, Corrals, Repairs; Skid Steer Work

For Sale: 1986 Peterbilt 359 truck. 400 Big Cam 4, 13 spd, air-ride suspension, approx. 500k, Low Pro 24.5. Call 406-799-2872 or 357-2266, if no answer, pls lv msg. 3-II(x)

For Sale: USED OILFIED PIPE - 1-24in od weld fittings & valves, 1-1/4 thru 6-5/8” USED RODS - 5/8 thru 1”, CABLE - 3/8 thru 1”, USED GUARD RAIL, USED 6” galv CHANNEL, NEW HDPE PIPE - 3/4 thru 4”, lengths to 12,000ft BRIDGES for pivots, vehicles, walking, rv’s, etc prices fob our yard in Great Falls or delivered 406-453-7299 or 866-683-7299 ask for Ed bigskypipe55@msn. com ask for free catalog. 2-II:8-I

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For Sale: Powder River calf table, very good cond. Brand new 13 drawer roll around tool cabinet. 378-3147 3-II

Spring into action!

Looking to save money and keep your insurance coverage limits?

Call Sheila 406-265-4842.

4-I For Sale: ‘89 Buick Park Avenue. $500 as is. Call 357-2255. 4-I

BRAND FOR SALE:

For Sale: 1996 Mazda Protege’, 1.5L gasoline, tranny bad, needs replaced. $500. Call 3574201 for more information. x

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COWBOY POETRY BY H. FRED LIESE Fred Liese makes his home at the edge of Black Coulee near Turner, Montana.

Raised on the Big Flat, he finds plenty of “inspiration� in the people and things around him every day, and Fred’s brand of entertainment has earned him a large following throughout the US and Canada.

A Special Note for You

He wrote: While I’m up here in the high land I think of you below Let me tell you sweetheart, There’s something you should know.

Gigantic in proportion It could be defined Grab the opportunity Have it etched into your mind.

As for the time duration, I can’t assume the length When it’s finally over, It may zap up all your strength.

As I write this message I think that it is wise To tell you, almost any day, You may get a big surprise.

It is darned impressive Tremendous, so to speak Come, you are invited Come and take a peek.

You’ll have memories in the basement Perhaps the kitchen floor Don’t forget the living room‌ You won’t yell for more.

To type this loving note to you It’s somewhat tongue in cheek It’s plain for you to visualize I’m truly up the creek.

Come and take a good hard look It’s here for your inspection It will take your breath away You may need some good protection.

As I conclude this note to you Before I drift to sleep I do hope, well in advance, You’re not in too deep.

Down in your community, They’re diminutive and small Up here, on the other hand, You’ve got it straight and tall.

It’s my sole perspective “X� will mark the spot Honey, be prepared Off guard, you may be caught.

Before I doze and dream of you, My affection I will show With love, here is the message, Look out for melting snow.

H. Fred Liese Tricia’s Trader, Š 2011

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For Sale: 2 Dozer Blades, 1 Cat Blade D-6 size, 9’ wide x 3’ high. 1 Young-Brand Blade, has universal mtgs., semi/u type 13’ wide 5’ high fits D8 K and larger Cats. Both Blades like new. 873-4780. 4-I For Sale: Older white gelding and 3 year old paint filly, both very gentle. Reasonably priced to a good home. 945-2969. 3-II

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321 4th Ave - $230,000

1314/1314 1/2 4th St $99,000

Commercial/Residential/Store Option!

415 2nd St. - $118,000

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1436 2nd St./212-214 15th Ave. - $77,000

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1401 1st St. - Havre

Commercial investment with revenue on Hwy 2.

Remodeled in 1997. Furnaces have been replaced and has central air. Some Apartments are rented completely furnished. Also has some commercial tenants and room for more. Owner wil take $120,000 down and owner finance. $250,000

For Sale: Popular local bar and long time meeting place for both local patrons and travelers on busy Hwy 2 in Saco.

A great place to find everyone enjoying conversation, music, pool, darts, gaming machines and a great selection of refreshments! Asking $130,000 (208JB6) 406-654-2273. 3-II

4015 16th St. NE - Havre

Building and property includes auto repair business, improved equipment and technicians certifications. Employees may follow new owner. A great commercial investment. $425,000

Used Furniture and Collectibles Corinna Bahnmiller

Open 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Tuesday - Sunday Hwy 87, PO Box 472 - Big Sandy, MT 59520 (406) 390-3176

Estate and Personal Property Liquidator crean.bean@hotmail.com usedabitantiques.blogspot.com

In the market for a new/used vehicle and don’t know where to start? Call Jack, Terry, or Pam at Northern Prairie Auto Sales at 653-1160, we’ll let you know what you are getting before you sign the dotted line! We offer the same great rebates and incentives as the big city guys, but we provide something they don’t - hometown service. Call 653-1160 or visit our web at www.northernprairieauto.com. Don’t see what you want? Call us and we’ll get it for you. 5-II(x)

600 1st St. - Havre

The front garage asking price is $250,000.00 the motel asking price is $600,000.00. These can be sold serarately .

Wonderful rooms with one that has three beds.

They have a family asmosphere that guests give a five star rating.

$850,000

2629 US Hwy 2 NE- Havre

Land and a 3160 sq ft. building. Attached work benches, air compressor and a water holding tank included in the sale.

$239,000

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Tractor For Sale Steiger Bearcat II

Money Talks

By guest contributor Greg Dugdale of Raymond James Financial Services, Inc. Havre, Montana

For richer or Poorer

$4500 OBO (406)654-7039

For Sale: 146.35 acres of irrigated crop land just 4 ½ miles west of Malta on Highway 363. This property is in one block and has easy highway access. A good portion of this property has been laser leveled and 88.32+/- acres of the irrigated land recently produced a wheat crop. Asking $120,000 (241YR6) 406-654-2273. 3-II

Every spousal financial relationship is unique. Through the years, couples develop their own systems for handling financial matters. Sometimes it is one partner’s responsibility to manage all finances, sometimes the other’s and sometimes a combination. Whatever the situation, certain information should be shared.

Couples should consider mutual responsibility for and knowledge of: Retirement plans: Take time to fully acquaint each other with employer retirement benefits. Both partners should have current knowledge of pension plans, 401(k) accounts and IRAs. For a complete picture of expected retirement benefits, become familiar with each other’s Social Security benefits, as well. Understanding retirement benefit information will bring clarify and facilitate retirement planning.

Credit card documents: This one can be scary. Some may prefer to not know how much credit card debt their spouse has accumulated. But it’s wise to know where to find account numbers in case one loses his or her wallet and needs the other to help cancel the card. Also, mutual awareness of credit card debt amounts will help with developing a family’s overall financial plan.

Power of attorney: It is generally a good idea to have power of attorney on any individually owned assets, just in case one becomes ill or otherwise unavailable. Power of attorney can be limited to specific functions for a certain period, such as selling stocks or withdrawing money while traveling.

A broad document that authorizes each partner to handle almost any situation in the other’s absence is also a consideration.

Wills, trusts and life insurance: It’s especially important to share information about wills, trusts and life insurance if either has been married before. There could be restrictions on how some assets may be used and beneficiaries left unchanged by mistake. Most important, make sure each partner knows where to find wills and will be able to easily access it if something were to happen.

Health insurance policies: Most insurance companies will cover care administered in the first 24 to 48 hours of a medical emergency, even if the coverage details have not been sorted out. But the situation isn’t as clear with hospital visits that are less urgent. If each partner is covered under a different insurance plan, both should be familiarized with the requirement “hoops” they may have to jump through.

If one spouse had a sudden illness, would the other know which doctor to call first to get an okay for treatment? If not, they risk running up big bills at an out-of-network doctor.

Business loans: If one spouse owns a business or is a partner in a professional firm, both should know about any personally guaranteed loans.

It is critical to be aware of liabilities since household assets can be hit if the business can’t repay the loan.

While many don’t necessarily need to know everything about their spouse’s finances, maintaining a working knowledge of the above points can help maintain proper, balanced control over a family’s financial affairs.

This material was prepared by Raymond James for use by Greg Dugdale, Branch Manager of Raymond James Financial Services, Inc. Member FINRA/SIPC.

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BIG FLAT HISTORICAL SOCIETY

TURNER, MT--The Big Flat Historical Society is still working and making progress on Whispering Winds: A History of the Big Flat. Our last meeting was held on March 14, 2011. Volunteers have spent the winter typing on family histories and stories for the book, work will continue this spring and summer.

At this time we are interested in submissions of art work or photographs pertaining to the Big Flat for the cover of our Whispering Winds history book, which will be printed in color.

We are also interested in art, poetry, etc. pertaining to the Big Flat that can be used as filler inside the Whispering Winds book. These pictures or artwork will be printed in black and white. Deadline for submitting art, photographs, etc. is June 1, 2011.

Sponsor ads are available in the book to help support the publishing and other costs. If you would like an ad or need help to design an ad we have the resources to do this for you. Contact Kimmel Kreations at 379-2377 or Valerie VanVoast at 379-2255. Costs are: $175 Full page, $100 half page, $60 quarter page, $30 one line ad.

Our next meeting will be held on April 21st at 1:00 p.m. at the gray teacherage Apartment 1.

For Sale: Live in one and rent the other! Two Malta homes located on one lot near the hospital. Both homes have 2 bedrooms and 1 bath.

Great investment properties. Asking $75,000 for both (130SB6) 406-654-2273. 3-II

For Sale: Tahoe diesel generator. Model T17000LXR, Powered by Honda, Electric remote start, air cooled 4 stroke, direct injection, 120240 with breaker used less than 1 hour, and wheel kit incl., FULL WARRANTY. $3,250 OBO. Call 406-390-0519. 3-II

Have Customer wanting to purchase a dry land farm within 50 miles of Great Falls, MT. With the strong grain prices this would be a good time to sell some land and work towards retirement. For a confidential discussion or meeting call Shane Ophus @ 406-788-6662 or Mark Pyrak at 788-9280. 4-I

Custom Harvesting 2011: Plan ahead - TMC Farms & Custom Harvesting is taking custom harvesting acres for 2011. Central and North Central Montana area. Local producers, late model equipment and many references. Call Kirby Berlin at 406-217-3514 or Clinton Berlin at 406-2173488 to schedule your acres or for more info.

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Guitars of Montana. Call Bing (toll-free 1-877-566-2224) for a great deal on in-stock Tacoma, WA Guild® guitars. Special orders welcome & we ship!

Fender® authorized dealer.

“When You’re Serious About Your Sound”, 2 5th Street S., downtown Great Falls, 4534998. Also Stanford & Wicks Guitars, Lewistown. www. guitarsofmontana.com.

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Flying K Ranch Breeding Quality Red Angus Since 1972

Bull Sale -April 13, 2 pm

Heartland Livestock - Swift Current, SK (about 100 miles North of Malta)

73 Yearling Red Angus & 2 Yearling Black Angus Bulls Heifer bulls & Performance Bulls All Bulls ROP, semen, & CUP Ultrasound tested.

Free board, Free Delivery in Montana All Bulls Fed at Home on the Ranch in a large field Call about our Sight Unseen Purchase Plan Satisfaction Guaranteed!

Call Brian & Christine Hanel (306) 773-6313 for a catalog or more info.

View Catalog online @ www.flyingkranch.ca

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JOKES FOR KIDS Q: What do you call cheese that’s not yours?

A: Nacho cheese!

Q: Why was 6 afraid of 7?

A: Because 7 8 9.

Q: How do you make a tissue dance?

A: You put a little boogie in it.

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Need to Replenish the Hay Supply? Try Lavina - MSU’s new variety of hay barley.

If you like Haybelt, you’ll love Lavina. Call us for this year’s planiging. Chris 2792399 or Randy 379-2235. Maloney Bros. 379-2581.

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For Sale: 2 Black Yearlings: one is a stud colt & one’s a filly. Both are SUPER gentle, halter broke, & easy to handle! Great spring projects for anyone. Reasonably priced! Call 406-390-4334, leave message if no answer 3-II

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townhouse inn of havre 601 West First Street Havre, MT 59501 406-265-6711

TOWNHOUSEINNGREATFALLS COM s TOWNHOUSEINNHAVRE COM For Sale: A mechanic shop, wood shop or other commercial business could thrive here in this Malta Front Street building! Low maintenance brick veneer front, ample street and rear parking, large overhead doors and some mechanic equipment included. Asking $99,000 (214BM6) 406-654-2273. 3-II

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Wo r d s F r o m We n d y

As you know, our very own Wendy Warburton is serving in Helena again this Legislative Session representing the people of House District 34. During her hiatus from ‘Tricia’s Trader’, she has graciously agreed to send us updates of the happenings in the capitol of this great state.

For Sale: 15 acres 1 mile For Sale: 48 ft. x 105 in. wide, west of Malta. Hwy #2 frontdry van trailer, good for storage, age. Nice barn with paint and DOT’d brakes good, tires good, new tin roof. Corrals. Well. in good shape. 338-4440. 3-II $95,000 OBO. 658-2661 4-I

Friends and neighbors, Updates before the session’s end are challenging, because we don’t know what will make it past the governor’s veto pen, but here are a few quick highlights of items that I hope and anticipate will make it through the process: • Balanced budget without increased taxes.

• LOWER state budget for the next biennium than the current biennium – likely 5-7% less. (Generally, government grows. To shrink it is noteworthy, particularly considering that nearly a billion dollars in stimulus money flooded the state last session.)

• Reduction of “One Time Only” spending – which rarely seems to remain remain “one time only” – from over $500 million to under $10 million.

• Limitations on future budget growth, including sunsets on statutory appropriations and the launching of zero-based budgeting.

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A long list of business friendly JOBS bills (which I will report on in detail later) – particularly to facilitate growth in natural resource developmentand reduceworker’s compensation rates to make Montana more competitive.

• Healthcare freedom and reform bills – rejecting Obamacare and implementing Montana-style, free market solutions.

• Tort reform.

• Bills and resolutions standing up for gun rights, for religious freedom, and for controlling wolves and other predators, and standing against additional national monument land in Montana.

Watch coming issues for more details on how these and other topics shake out after they hit the governor’s desk. As always, you are welcome to contact me at wendywarburton@gmail.com or (406) 262-3185.

Cordially, Wendy~Rep. Wendy Warburton

Wanted to Buy: Hood For Sale: Sandpiper Sport for a 1994 Cadillac STS. 29 ft. 5th wheel toy hauler, Call 379-2561.

3-II great cond., ac, fueling station and generator. Call 379-2657 Buying: Estates and Personal or 390-1374. $16,500.

4-I Property, liquidation services statewide. Will purchase for For Sale: 20 Ton hyd. press, cash or organize your garage Napa brand, lists $704, Sell or estate sale. Call Corinna at $395. New 7 1/4” wood 390-3176. All calls will be re- jointer, lists $295 + $400 turned and kept confidential. freight, sell $250. Both are 4-I:6-II new, unused. 378-2658. 4-I

For Sale: House in Ft. Peck 3 bedroom, 1 bath, w/ attached garage. Carpeted; unfinished basement; energy efficient furnice and a/c. Large yard to build a shop or whatever you wish. Nice trees. Asking $135,000. Call 3675545 or cell 263-7123.

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Hay For Sale: 1st & 2nd cutting alfalfa, alfalfa/grass mix, hay barley. Irrigated hay in large round, twine tied bales. 406357-4187, Chinook, MT. 4-I

For Sale: Stock water tanks.

Polyester Resin, no Rust. 5 Colors, 6’7” long x 3’11” wide x 2’ high. Multiple use.

Stockwater, back yard pools, raised Gardens, Fish tanks. $200. 654-2771.

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Wanted to Buy: 14-16’ wide 3bedroom mobile home in decent condition. Needs to come with wheels and axles. Call 265-2070 and ask for Pat or Gary. 4-I

Now Buying Badgers on the carcass through the end of April!

Call Kirk in Saco, 527-3225. 4-I For Sale: Propane garage wall heater; 2 dressers; 3 lamps; antique desk chair; high chair; filing cabinet; refrigerator; 2 chairs. Call 353-2332.

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Ramblings of a Conservative Cow Doctor

by Krayton Kerns, DVM, State Rep. HD 58

We hope you enjoy reading this newest feature in Tricia’s Trader.

You may agree, you may disagree with Dr. Kerns’ Ramblings, but you will always have something to discuss over dinner.

The Silent Introduction

After the opening invocation and pledge, every floor session in Montana’s legislature begins with various members introducing home town folks gathered in the gallery above the chamber. In the six years I have served, almost no citizens of my district have visited the capitol during the session. I jokingly told my seatmate, if I didn’t see a constituent pretty soon, I was going to start introducing all my imaginary friends. Friday, March 18th, we heard three moving straight-from-the-heart introductions, but it was the silent fourth one which sticks with me. I’ll explain.

The separation of legislators from their loved ones pales in comparison to the sacrifice made by our armed forces deployed overseas. Our engagement is but four months, theirs is measured in years.

Nonetheless, it still hurts.

Representative Gordon Hendrick rose first to introduce Vicky, whom with he would celebrate his 40th anniversary on Sunday. His voice cracked with emotion as he stared up at his beloved wife seated in the gallery. Gordon’s words started a cascade of spouse introductions.

Representative Bob Wagner stood next; his wedding anniversary was this week as well. His wife, Christy, was not present during this introduction but he wanted proof on the record and in the journal, he did properly ask his high school sweetheart to marry him. This is a contentious issue still never settled after 37 years and four kids. (Apparently, Bob, just like me, married his high school girlfriend while she was still in her early twenties and didn’t realize she was marrying down. Last June I had my trophy wife blasting 120 years of raccoon poop out of the barn loft with a power washer and after 31 years of marriage, she is still delusional enough to think this is as good as it gets.)

Glendive’s Representative Matt Rosendale was the third to rise. Unlike me being three hours from home, Matt’s nine hour drive forces him to spend his weekends in Helena alone. This weekend, however, was different as up in the gallery sat Jean, his wife of 27 years. Matt is tough. He is unwavering when facing hostile political fire, but this battle was different. He pointed up in the gallery and spoke brokenly. When he reached the part about the mother of his three children, he dropped his face into his hands to hold back the tears. Overcome with emotion and with his sentence forever unfinished, he sat down.

The fourth introduction, the silent one, came from vacant seat 31 on the House floor. As the bustle of the formal session began, I sat and stared at the empty chair. This is the desk of Anaconda freshman legislator Kathy Swanson. Kathy has found the separation from her husband, Butch, to be harder than she had anticipated. To ease the pain of being apart, Kathy and Butch religiously phone each morning at six and then Butch begins his day teaching high school and Kathy heads to the capitol. March 3rd their daily routine changed forever.

Kathy called repeatedly that Thursday morning and Butch never answered. Getting more anxious with each unanswered ring, she called their next door neighbors and asked them to check on Butch.

They did. Their knock went unanswered as well, so they opened the door and found Butch lying on the floor. For reasons unknown, God had called Butch home.

Kathy was devastated by her loss and her seat has been empty ever since. We hear word she might return next week and if she does she is stronger than me. Knowing that your world back home has been turned upside down, I don’t know where you find the strength to re-enter the arena as a citizen legislator. Suddenly facing the world alone, the political battle would seem senseless to me.

Keep Kathy’s tragedy in mind and ponder this: As hard as it is to say goodbye to the person with whom you have built your life, imagine never having the chance to do so. This is the perfect opportunity to reach over and gently cradle the hand of the one who touches a special place in your heart. Kiss their forehead and thank God for every single moment you have shared. Do it now—you may never get another chance.

Read more of Krayton’s op-ed in his 350 page book, Ramblings of a Conservative Cow Doctor - a collection of published and unpublished articles written about the life of a cowboy as it pertains to America’s freedom.

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