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Julie Seedorf: Can’t always be silent on the bigger issues

I always seem to have an opinion on something. It doesn’t matter whether the subject affects me. It doesn’t seem to matter whether I know ... Read more

by Julie Seedorf, Sunday, September 10, 2017 7:30 pm

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Julie Seedorf: Do you seem more like a weed or a flower?

I love flowers. This is the time of year when the flowers are in full bloom and make our yards and countryside beautiful. The flowers ... Read more

by Julie Seedorf, Sunday, August 27, 2017 8:00 pm

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Julie Seedorf: Support local artists and small businesses

One of my favorite pastimes during the summer months is visiting outdoor flea markets, county fairs and art fairs. Not only do I find unique, ... Read more

by Julie Seedorf, Sunday, August 20, 2017 7:30 pm

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Julie Seedorf: Many thanks to Red Cross visitors this week

It is comforting to know when there is a disaster such as a fire or storm in your community, fire departments, police departments and ambulance ... Read more

by Julie Seedorf, Sunday, August 13, 2017 4:30 pm

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Julie Seedorf: Is it true that blondes really have more fun?

I know they say blondes have more fun. Having been a blonde most of my life, I do agree there is a fun component. I ... Read more

by Julie Seedorf, Sunday, August 6, 2017 2:57 pm

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Julie Seedorf: Stand up and have your voices be heard

I fell in love this week. Visiting the Freeborn County Humane Society with my friend, I fell in love with a cute little Chihuahua with ... Read more

by Julie Seedorf, Monday, July 31, 2017 1:00 am

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Julie Seedorf: It’s a little bit of this and a little bit of that

It’s time for a “this n’ that” column. Let’s start with libraries. I love libraries, but I must admit, I haven’t used them very often until ... Read more

by Julie Seedorf, Monday, July 24, 2017 1:00 am

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Julie Seedorf: You are not as honest as you think you are

Are you corrupt? I didn’t think I was a corrupt person, but maybe I am. Maybe you are, too. These past few weeks, my head has ... Read more

by Julie Seedorf, Monday, July 17, 2017 1:00 am

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Julie Seedorf: Get rid of those uncomfortable church pews

I love the look of old church pews. I wouldn’t mind having an old church pew in my home for looks but not for sitting. ... Read more

by Julie Seedorf, Monday, July 10, 2017 1:00 am

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Julie Seedorf: Let the fireworks begin this Fourth of July

I don’t love fireworks, but I don’t hate them either. I think they are fun and pretty, and I have many memories from my childhood ... Read more

by Julie Seedorf, Monday, July 3, 2017 1:00 am

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Julie Seedorf: Say something positive about the country

I can’t dance. I would love to learn to dance. My toes tap when I hear music. Unfortunately, there were not many dance classes when ... Read more

by Julie Seedorf, Sunday, June 25, 2017 10:00 pm

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Julie Seedorf: Small towns have grieved earlier hospital losses

I was born in the Albert Lea hospital. It was not too long after my birth that the Wells hospital opened in my community. Read more

by Julie Seedorf, Sunday, June 18, 2017 10:00 pm

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Julie Seedorf: Take a risk, look for the gorilla in the room

I saw the gorilla. I did! I did! Because I saw the gorilla it means I am a highly creative person. That is — according ... Read more

by Julie Seedorf, Monday, June 12, 2017 1:00 am

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Julie Seedorf: Do certain smells evoke memories for you?

I love the smell of spring and summer. It has its own sweetness. Smell has a way of evoking memories in our mind. The lilac bushes ... Read more

by Julie Seedorf, Monday, June 5, 2017 1:00 am

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Julie Seedorf: Things in life can be baffling coincidences

Have you ever had strange things happen to you, making you wonder if you are seeing things and leaving you baffled as to the mysterious ... Read more