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'Twas Christmastime on the farm

By Dixi Wellman, Waverly, Neb.
Dec 22, 2022
Dec 22, 2022

PPR Wellman 1.jpg — On the lead-up to Christmas the Wellmans took in a play at the Lofte theatre in Manley.
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By Dixi Wellman, Waverly, Neb.

Today I’m grateful for the birth of our savior Jesus Christ.

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PPR Wellman 4.jpg — Chores done by headlight is the norm on the shortest days of the year at the Wellman Waygu operation near Waverly, Neb.
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PPR Wellman 3.jpg — With the cold temperatures, the Wellmans’ Vizsla hunting dogs get to become house pets.
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