EXTENSION EDUCATION

By Dagan Montgomery, UW Extension Educator

Calving Difficulty: Planning and Treatment

Spring is here, which means it is calving time for many Wyoming ranches. As exciting as this time can be, many are also all too familiar with the extra work and frustration that comes with it.

Calving difficulties are not only a great inconvenience, they are also costly.

This problem, known as dystocia, leads to higher labor and vet costs, jeopardized performance, difficulties rebreeding and death loss.

The majority of nondisease related calf death occurring in cow herds is due to dystocia, and dystocia can be caused by several factors.

As with most problems, the best solution for calving difficulty is prevention via good herd selection and management.

However, difficult births will happen, so it is best to be prepared and know how to respond when the problem does arise.

Preparation

First, as calving dates approach, it is a good idea to go through any facilities that will be used. Producers should know the route animals will need to take from the pasture to the barn or calving pens, if this is where they will be treated.

They should also be sure alleys, gates, squeeze chutes and head catches are in working order. If it is not possible to move struggling animals into a facility, have a plan for assisting difficult births out in the pasture or range.

The two most common reasons cattlemen see issues in delivering a calf are the overall size of the calf at birth and the cow’s age.

As many ranchers are aware, the vast majority of calving problems is going to come from first-calf heifers. Mature cows are much less likely to deal with dystocia. Therefore, if possible, it is advisable to try to keep first- and second-calf heifers close by as due dates approach.

When younger mothers are close to the house or headquarters, it is much easier and efficient to monitor them for signs of approaching labor, and most importantly, know when to step in and assist.

This also helps provide a more targeted nutrition plan specifically for growing replacements, if so desired. Nutrition is extremely important at this stage.

An old misconception persists that underfeeding cows in late pregnancy leads to smaller calves, and therefore easier calving. This is not the case. Underfeeding will weaken the cow and lead to more dystocia – not less – especially when dealing with first-calf heifers.

Next, it is good to go through supplies and make sure inventory is up to par. Being stocked up on OB gloves, lubricant, medication and disinfectant before the first calf is due goes a long way.

The ranch should also consider OB chains, a calf puller, rope halters and anything else to make assisting a difficult birth easier on both the producer and the animal.

Frozen colostrum or replacer and an esophageal feeding tube will also be important. Getting enough colostrum within the first 12 hours after birth is crucial for calf longevity.

If producers expect to calve in cold temperatures, as most Wyoming ranches do, consider developing a warm up plan for new calves that may be weakened from a hard birth.

Dealing with difficult birth

Finally, knowing when and how to actually deal with calving difficulty often requires experience. If producers are new to the trade and haven’t dealt with assisting a cow in labor, they should consult a veterinarian to learn when and how to intervene.

The first step is to be aware of when labor is close, which helps producers know when to expect needed assistance.

The recommendation used to be to intervene after two or three hours of labor if no progress is made. Newer studies, however, suggest assisting earlier increases the odds of calf survival and decreases the time it will take the cow to come back into estrus. of another $8 million, which was approved during the 2022 budget session and will provide the first broad-based raise for UW employees since Fiscal Year 2018-19.

When labor lasts over an hour, a cow’s chances of becoming pregnant again the following breeding season are significantly decreased.

Presentation of the calf is one more area where problems commonly occur. Normal presentation is typically forefeet first, with the head resting on the forelimbs. Abnormal presentation can be hard to judge, and pulling a calf when it is not in the right position can damage the calf and cow.

If the calf is suspected to be in an abnormal position, one may need to manually adjust the head or legs to allow passage. There are many nuances to knowing how and when to pull a calf.

Study up on this and learn from more experienced individuals if needed.

This being said, if possible and practical, it is best to have a veterinarian there, especially in uniquely difficult situations. Whether the expense and time is worth it is something each ranch will need to determine for themselves.

These are just a few bits of advice to help prepare for and deal with calving issues.

It’s important to remember nothing beats good management and selection practices. Having to pull every calf likely means it is time to cull difficult calvers and make different selection decisions in the cow herd.

Each ranch will have to determine if the money, and especially the time needed, is worth it in the long run.

Dagan Montgomery is a University of Wyoming Agriculture and Natural Resources Extension educator. He can be reached at dmontgo8@uwyo.edu.

“UW leaders have not finalized the allocation model, but increasing pay for staff, especially entrylevel and positions at the low end of the pay scale, will be a top priority. This second round of raises will take effect in the fiscal year beginning July 1,” UW explains.

Other annual increases for ongoing initiatives at the university include $5.5 million for tier-one engineering initiative programming and $3.6 million for science initiative programming.

One-time appropriations

Gordon and state legislators also supported a number of UW’s other funding priorities through one-time appropriations, including $5 million for UW’s Advanced Research Computing Center, $2 million to convert LiDAR data collected by the U.S. Geological Survey’s 3D Elevations Program, $5 million for major maintenance projects and an inflation adjustment of up to $2.7 million for utilities.

The legislature also provided authorization and partial funding for three major construction projects including new residence halls and a dining facility, renovation of War Memorial Stadium’s west-side stands and construction of a new competition facility for UW’s swimming and diving teams.

“The $120 legislative appropriation in the state’s capital construction budget will make it possible for those UW projects to be completed in spite of cost increases due to inflation, with precise construction timelines to be determined,” reads the release.

UW notes an additional $12 million will go toward completion of unfinished space in the Science Initiative Building, specifically for the Student Collaborative Research, Outreach and Learning Lab, the Model Organism Research Facility and more, highly flexible lab research space.

Hannah Bugas is the managing editor for the Wyoming Livestock Roundup. Send comments on this article to roundup@wylr.net.

The month of April marks the beginning of spring, and with it comes the joyful Easter season. With the holiday fast approaching, many homes and churches will soon be adorned with beautiful, fragrant Easter lilies. While these delicate, white flowers offer a symbol of purity, hope and new beginnings during the holiday season, they can also be enjoyed long after Easter has gone, if properly cared for.

Caring for potted lilies

According to a March 27 article written by Deborah Tukua and published in the Farmers’ Almanac , potted Easter lilies prefer cool daytime temperatures of around 60 to 65 degrees Fahrenheit and nighttime temperatures of around 55 degrees Fahrenheit. They also prefer moist soil, that isn’t too soggy.

“Most Easter lilies are sold commercially in pots covered with decorative foil jackets. Individuals should remove the pot from the foil covering every time the plant is watered because no water should be left standing at the bottom of this covering,” Tukua suggests.

She explains after the water has soaked into the soil, the pot can be returned to the foil covering.

She also notes in order to keep Easter lilies from wilting, individuals should avoid placing them in direct sunlight, and since most plants lean toward light, the pot should be turned every two days to keep the plant growing upright.

“Also, to help potted lilies thrive, do not place the pot near a direct source of heat,” Tukua cautions, further noting lilies do better in humid climates than in arid climates.

To create some natural humidity for plants, Tukua says a saucer can be filled with small pebbles and water and set beneath the potted lily.

Transferring lilies to the garden

After Easter has long gone, individuals can introduce lilies to their garden for annual enjoyment.

Tukua notes individuals should wait to transplant their flowers until all danger of frost has passed, and the potted lily has stopped blooming. In

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Just as it was in the pot, Easter lilies planted in a garden need to be kept in well-drained soil. In order to provide needed drainage, Tukua says perlite can be added to rich, organic garden soil.

Because Easter lilies have large flowers and can grow up to three feet tall in a garden, they should be planted in an area where they can lean against other plants, while still getting plenty of sunshine. Bamboo stakes and growthrough plant supports can also be used to keep them from flopping over.

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“If planting more than one bulb, position them at least 12 inches apart,” she suggests. “Cut back the stems once the plant appears to be dead. This will cause new growth to begin and possibly another bloom to pop up during the summer.”

Since Easter lilies are a perennial, Tukua says individuals should look for the plant to bloom in June or July the following year.

Other considerations

According to a Jan. 4 Better Homes and Gardens article by Derek Carwood, aphids are the most common insect gardeners will encounter on Easter lilies, although they may see occasional visits from spider mites, thrips and scale.

As far as diseases go, Botrytis blight , root and stem rot and rust are possible when Easter lilies are grown in environments that are too wet.

Additionally, the article notes, according to the Food and Drug Administration, Easter lilies are poisonous to cats and will cause kidney failure, requiring vet care. This includes pollen from the plant, which may get on cats’ fur and licked off later when the animal cleans itself.

Carwood shares dogs do not appear to have the same sensitivity, although if they happen to eat lilies they may get an upset stomach.

Therefore, individuals with pets may want to reconsider keeping Easter lilies in their house or ensure they are out of reach of their pets.

Hannah Bugas is the managing editor of the Wyoming Livestock Roundup. Send comments on this article to roundup@wylr.net.

Sale Reports

Botts

Reported By: Jared Murnin, WYLR Field Editor April 1, 2023

Botts Angus Ranch, Huntley, Mont.

Auctioneer: Joe Goggins

+64, YW: +129 and Milk:

+24 Buyer: Gebbers Cattle, Brewster, Wash.

Lot 4 – Botts Resilient 2538 – Price: $8,000 DOB:

2/7/22 Sire: Sitz Resilient 10208 Dam’s Sire: Cole Creek Cedar Ridge 1V EPDs: BW: +1.6, WW: +63, YW: +113 and Milk: +42 Buyer: Ox Bow Ranch, Wolf Creek, Mont.

Lot 33 – Botts Logo 8148 2640 – Price: $8,000 DOB:

2/23/22 Sire: Sitz Logo 8148 Dam’s Sire: Connealy Final Product EPDs: BW: +0.1, WW: +72, YW: +125 and Milk: +38 Buyer: Ox Bow Ranch, Wolf Creek, Mont.

Gray's Angus Ranch Annual Bull Sale

Reported By: Ty Groshans, WYLR Field Editor April 1, 2023

Gray’s Angus Ranch, Harrison, Neb.

Auctioneer: Matt Lowery

32 Two-Year-Old Bulls Avg. $6,398

91 Yearling Bulls Avg. $5,071

Top Sellers Lot 57 – Gray’s Mead 612 – Price: $12,500 DOB:

1/29/22 Sire: Mead Magnitude Dam’s Sire: Gray’s Cowboy 1698 EPDs: BW: +1.2, WW: +87, YW: +155 and Milk: +27 Buyer: Sandage Angus, Gordon, Neb.

Lot 55 – Gray’s Rainfall 542 – Price: $9,500 DOB:

1/29/22 Sire: S A V Rainfall 6846 Dam’s Sire: Cooley

Menard 326S EPDs: BW: +3.7, WW: +60, YW: +112 and Milk: +28 Buyer: Timmery Hellyer, Lander Lot 63 – Gray’s Renown 752 – Price: $9,000 DOB:

1/29/22 Sire: S A V Renown 752 Dam’s Sire: Gray’s 044 772 EPDs: BW: +1.7, WW: +56, YW: +98 and Milk: +25

Buyer: Dewey Hageman, Jay Em

Lot 87 – Gray’s Charlo 1571 – Price: $7,500 DOB:

2/16/21 Sire: Gray’s Charlo 1465 Dam’s Sire: Gray’s Defensive End 1001 EPDs: BW: +2.7, WW: +70, YW:

+122 and Milk: +29 Buyer: Coffee and Sons, Harrison, Neb.

Lot 48 – Gray’s Rainfall 311 – Price: $7,250 DOB:

1/17/21 Sire: S A V Rainfall 6846 Dam’s Sire: PAHR Yeti

B5 EPDs: BW: +1, WW: +71, YW: +126 and Milk: +30 lowering energy costs,” he added.

Buyer: Nicole Pfong, Goth, Kan.

REAP

USDA Rural Development hosted an IRA REAP stakeholder call, titled “Investing in America” on March 31, where USDA Rural Business-Cooperative Service (RBCS) Administrator Dr. Karama Neal and USDA RBCS Senior Climate Advisor John McAuliff gave an update on the program.

“This legislative action reflects the critical goals of the Biden-Harris administration, addressing both immediate economic needs and including the largestever financial investment in clean energy for the future since the passage of the Rural Electrification Act of 1936,” said Neal.

She continued, “This is an important opportunity for rural communities to build long-term resiliency, reliability and affordability of rural electric systems to access multiple forms of clean, dependable and affordable renewable energy and to increase access to higher blends of biofuels.”

She noted the IRA calls for up to $1 billion in loans for renewable energy infrastructure and up to $9.7 billion for financial assistance for renewable energy systems, energy efficiency improvements and other purchases as well as improvements for rural electric cooperatives.

Additionally, IRA calls for up to $500 million in grants for infrastructure improvements to blend, store or distribute biofuels and up to $2 billion for RBCS’s REAP.

“This investment positions us to achieve the greatest reduction in carbon dioxide, methane and nitrous oxide emissions we have ever seen,” Neal said. “We’re thrilled to see significant investment in this program through the IRA as we’re hearing from producers and small businesses reducing costs and expense is critical.”

She added, “With this investment from the IRA, we are well positioned to reach out to businesses and producers in communities that might not have previously had access to this program.”

Program outlines

According to McAuliff, RBCS’s REAP provides guaranteed loan financing and grant funding to agricultural producers and rural small businesses for renewable energy systems or to make energy efficiency improvements.

Available funding can cover up to 50 percent of total eligible project costs, which is up 25 percent before the passage of the IRA. They can also apply for loan guarantees on loans covering up to 75 percent of total eligible project costs, and combined grant and loan guarantee funding can cover up to 75 percent of total eligible project costs.

Under the REAP guidelines, an agricultural producer is defined as an individual or entity receiving 50 percent or more of their gross income from agricultural products – crops, livestock, aquaculture, forestry operations, nurseries and dairies – whereas a rural small business is a for-profit small business defined by the Small Business Admin- istration as a rural area or non-metro community of less than 50,000 people.

For additional information on application deadlines and submission details, see page 19,239 of the March 31 Federal Registeror visit rd.usda.gov/reap.

For the purpose of REAP, renewable energy projects must be commercially viable, but projects can include solar, wind, small hydroelectric, anaerobic digesters, biomass wave or ocean power projects, and energy efficiency projects can include lighting, heating, cooling, ventilation, fans, automated controls and insulation.

“Of the $1 billion announced for REAP, $144 million is set aside for underutilized technologies,” McAuliff said. “The maximum grant size doubles to $500,000 for energy efficiency and $1 million for renewable energy systems.”

Starting April 1, the funds will be obligated over six quarterly cycles. Applications can be submitted in the next five quarterly cycles. He noted the changes announced March 31 only apply to grants, not loans.

Underutilized technology

For the purpose of the March 31 notice, Congress asked RBCS to define underutilized technology, which is technology that doesn’t emit greenhouse gases and is made up of less than 20 percent of the pool of REAP projects two years prior.

Meaning, for Fiscal Year 2023, which ends in September, non-emitting technology includes everything except solar and energy efficiency projects.

“One of the big new changes in the program is how the federal share is distributed,” said McAuliff.

All energy efficiency projects and zero-emission renewable communities as defined in the IRA and projects submitted by Tribal entities are eligible for up to 50 percent federal share.

However, all other projects that do not fit into one of the above categories can be eligible for up to 25 percent of federal share.

Additionally, McAuliff noted a few changes to the scoring of applications. Projects serving disadvantaged or distressed communities or ones with additional environmental benefits can receive up to 15 and 10 points, respectively, on the scoring portion of the application.

USDA will hold competitions quarterly through Sept. 30, 2024. The funding will also include the creation of the first underutilized technology fund in the REAP program, with $144.5 million available in dedicated funding.

USDA is particularly interested in REAP projects that will help rural communities recover economically through more and better market opportunities and improved infrastructure, reduce climate pollution and increase resilience to the impacts of climate change, conserve and protect farmland and invest in underserved communities.

The program is part of the Biden-Harris administration’s Justice40 Initiative, which aims to ensure 40 percent of the overall benefits of certain federal investments flow to disadvantaged communities that are marginalized, underserved and overburdened by pollution.

To ensure small projects have a fair opportunity to compete for the funding, USDA will set aside at least 20 percent of the available funds until June 30 of each year for grant requests of $20,000 or less, including the grant portion of a combined grant and guaranteed loan request.

Brittany Gunn is the editor of the Wyoming Livestock Roundup. Send comments on this article to roundup@wylr.net.

BLM continued from page 1 proposed rule falls short on both accounts. The covert manner in which the rule was developed and announced has left permittees feeling like the rule is either a capitulation to the extremist environmental groups who want to eradicate grazing from the landscape or a concerted effort to develop rules precluding ranchers’ input,” said NCBA Executive Director of Natural Resources and PLC Executive Director Kaitlynn Glover.

“Over the next 75 days, BLM will have to answer some serious questions about their understanding of their multiple-use mandate and the value they place on their relationship with ranchers across the landscape,” she continued.

According to U.S. Sen. John Barrasso (R-WY), ranking member of the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources, the rule undermines the law’s multiple-use requirement.

“In the 1980s, extremists used tree spikes to try and stop responsible management of public lands. In 2023, they use decrees from Washington, D.C. This announcement undermines the law’s multipleuse requirement for BLM lands,” said Barrasso.

“Wyoming families depend on access to public lands for energy and critical mineral development, grazing, forest management and recreation,” he added. “The Biden administration’s extreme unilateral action will kill multiple use. This is a clear violation of the law. I will do everything in my power to stop this proposal.”

PLC said BLM has repeatedly assured PLC leadership and other industry stakeholders their primary goal is to increase the level of trust their partners have in the agency. However, according to PLC and NCBA, this rule is a massive step in the wrong direction.

PLC and partners are seeking a clear statement from BLM that grazing leases are conservation measures.

Proposal and support

Under the rule, BLM field offices and districts would be required to identify federal rangelands in need of restoration work and establish a system to lease public lands for a fixed period of no more than 10 years to allow this work to be done.

Energy developers, mining companies and other land users could purchase conservation leases and use them as compensatory mitigation to offset project impacts as a condition of permit approval. The proposed rule would also allow for nongovernment groups to buy these leases and pay to conduct restoration work on the land.

In addition, the rule proposes codifying BLM regulations, specifically procedures to identify and evaluate rangelands for designation as ACECs. This would provide “more cohesive direction and consistency” to the designation of ACECs, which are generally managed to prioritize protection of specific plants, animals and wildlife habitat.

“Our public lands pro- vide so many benefits –clean water, wildlife habitat, food, energy and lifetime memories, just to name a few – and it’s our job to ensure the same for future generations,” BLM Director Tracy Stone-Manning said in a statement.

“As pressure on our public lands continues to grow, the proposed public lands rule provides a path for BLM to better focus on the health of the landscape, ensuring our decisions leave public lands as good or better off than we found them,” she continued.

“These proposed changes are long overdue,” said Ken Rait, project director for U.S. public lands and rivers conservation at the Pew Charitable Trusts. “In the face of climate change and loss of biological diversity, BLM needs more conservation tools, and this rulemaking is an important step forward.”

Vera Smith, senior federal lands policy analyst for Defenders of Wildlife, said the proposed rule is “an invaluable opportunity for BLM to rebalance its priorities and safeguard habitats for wildlife that are trending toward extinction.”

For more information, contact Deputy Division Chief for the Wildlife Conservation Stephanie Miller at 202-3170086. For information on procedural matters or the rulemaking process, contact Regulatory Analyst for the Office of Regulatory Affairs Chandra Little at 202-912-7403.

Brittany Gunn is the editor of the Wyoming Livestock Roundup. Send comments on this article to roundup@wylr.net.

This isn’t goodbye, but see you later

Dear Wyoming Livestock Roundup readers, I want to take a moment to thank all of the ranchers, businessmen and women, ag associations, cowboys, cowgirls, 4-H and FFA members and families I had the opportunity to meet during my time as an editor with the Wyoming Livestock Roundup

In this position, I was given the opportunity to write on important topics impacting Western agriculture.

I’ve truly enjoyed my time in the Cowboy State and with the Roundup. As a former Iowan, I’m excited to return to my home state and continue my work serving the agriculture community as a loan assistant specialist with the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Farm Service Agency.

I want to offer a sincere thank you to all of the Wyomingites I had the opportunity to get to know and share a piece of their story.

Coming from a family-farm background, I’ve always understood the importance of agriculture and farming, but as an editor for the Roundup, I’ve learned a lot about the Wyoming way.

In Iowa, typical topics of discussion amongst farmers typically include the weather, price of corn and the hog and cattle markets, whereas in Wyoming, there’s a vast number of topics impacting agriculture in the West – from drought conditions; wildlife migration, including elk populations and predators; the Green River Drift and laws and acts impacting the West, just to name a few – the list goes on and on.

If there was one thing I learned about the people in this great state, is they are some of the most resilient people in America.

When I first took the position, I was truly excited about sharing the stories of the West, and I can proudly say I was able to accomplish that. Some of my favorite stories expand coverage from the Wyoming State Fair, Winter and Fall Cattlemen’s Edition and stories highlighting horsemen and horsewomen in the Rocky Mountain Horse Edition.

I’d like to thank the entire Roundup team including the staff, corresponding writers, Extension educators, columnists and of course, the readers. Thank you for showing me around this great state, welcoming me with open arms and teaching me what it means to ranch in the West.

There are many parts of Wyoming I have yet to see, so I hope to come back and visit. For now, this isn’t “goodbye,” but simply “see you later.”

Sincerely, Brittany Gunn

UW offers AI classes

For youth interested in cattle breeding, University of Wyoming (UW) Extension will offer artificial insemination (AI) classes in Campbell and Fremont counties on May 6, followed by breeding days in June.

“AI Days is geared toward kids who want to get their livestock bred,” says Chance Marshall, a UW Extension educator and co-organizer of the event. “Adults can attend, but the event is primarily for 4-H members and youth with livestock who want to build their herds or have specific breeding goals.”

The AI program is open to youth across Wyo- ming and surrounding states.

The educational workshops in May will cover nutrition, breeding selection, AI protocol and pregnancy testing. These classroom sessions will take place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Campbell County Extension Office in Gillette and the Fremont County Extension Office in Riverton.

Cattle breeding days, in which youth will AI their cattle under Marshall’s guidance, will take place on June 5 in Campbell County and on June 6 in Fremont County.

To register for the event, visit tiny. cc/23cattleai. Registration includes lunch and sup- plies for the May 6 class and will close on April 21.

Payment for breeding is required on May 6. The cost is $25 per head for up to four females. To breed additional animals, the cost is $50 per head.

For youth interested in AI for sheep and goats, classes and breeding days will be offered in July and August.

For more information on Fremont County AI Days, contact Marshall at cmarsha1@uwyo. edu or call 307-332-1018. For more information on the Campbell County AI Days, contact Kim Fry at Kim.Fry@campbellcountywy.gov or call 307682-7281.

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Glenna Lee

Atkinson Madden

July 30, 1930 – March 26, 2023 grandchildren, great-grandchildren and her greatgreat-grandchildren.

School in 1948. She then attended the University of Wyoming, earning a bachelor’s degree in education in May of 1951.

Glenna is preceded in death by her parents, her aunt and uncle Lyle and Edith Poole, her sister Letha Bible, her brothers J.D. Atkinson and Bobby Atkinson and her greatgreat-granddaughter Emelia Jo Brandl.

Brandl of Sheridan and Graycen and Decker Prosinski also of Sheridan. She is also survived by her sisters Helen Brummell of Torrington and Sissy Atkinson; brothers Tommy Atkinson, Denver Atkinson and Jamie Atkinson all of Poplar, Mont. and several nieces and nephews. the Goshen County Fairgrounds in Torrington. In lieu of flowers, memorials have been established at Goshen Ministries in Torrington and the Niobrara Senior Center in Lusk in Glenna’s name.

Glenna Lee Atkinson Madden, age 92, died peacefully on March 26 at the Davis Hospice Center in Cheyenne.

Glenna was born July 30, 1930 in New Haven on the Clark family ranch to Paul and Lydia Atkinson. She and her two sisters, Letha and Helen, spent their younger years growing up at the base of Devils Tower, before moving to Torrington. The three girls were raised by Lyle and Edith Poole, their aunt and uncle.

Glenna attended school in Torrington and graduated from Torrington High

She married Joe Madden of Ft. Laramie on June 30, 1951. Together they had three children, Jody, Shawn and Lex, and lived and worked in Lusk. They later divorced.

In 1970, Glenna acquired her bachelor’s degree in nursing and was the director of nursing at the Riverton Hospital. She later became the director of nursing at the Women’s Correctional Facility in Lusk. In 2006, Glenna moved back to Torrington.

First and foremost, Glenna loved her faith; her Bible studies; playing cards; playing the poker machines in Deadwood, S.D.; golf; putting puzzles together and playing bingo.

She also enjoyed watching sports and spending time with her children,

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