By Sara Bauder, SDSU Extension
Every year brings its own challenges, but I always enjoy viewing the Christmas season through the eyes of our children. They seem to find every detail of the season magical and fun, from Christmas programs to visiting Santa to tipping over the live Christmas tree with their toy fishing pole (true story). Their joy makes all the stress I feel over gatherings and gifts feel pretty silly. Take some time to enjoy the season of giving and love. From our family to yours, Merry Christmas!
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Sara Bauder is a forage field specialist for SDSU Extension, based at the Mitchell Regional Center. Reach her at 605-995-7378 or sara.bauder@sdstate.edu.
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