One of the hazards of living in the country on gravel roads is the constant battle to avoid flat tires. The variety of farm equipment, semis and delivery vehicles that travel these rural roads means all kinds of metal chunks and nails are deposited along the roadsides.
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Barb Bierman Batie
Barb Bierman Batie grew up near Battle Creek, Nebraska, and now farms row crops with her Platte Valley Farmer, Don Batie, northeast of Lexington. She has written for local, state, regional and international publications. She joined the Midwest Messenger crew in 2010. She can be reached at barb.batie@gmail.com.
