Rural Life in South Dakota and the Northern Plains
A narrator reflects on twenty years in rural South Dakota, describing the vast landscape, open skies, and resilient farming communities. He recalls personal near misses with extreme weather, the vulnerability of farm families, and the constant respect required for nature and climate.
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The Plains Life and Perseverance Through Weather and Work
Rural communities endure droughts floods and storms shaping a tough life on the plains. The text reflects on farming tenacity, family heritage, and dependence on faith and community, noting scars from debt crises and the lure of agriculture. Val Farmer, a Rapid City psychologist, adds context on rural mental health.
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Kathleen Norris
Val Farmer
Rapid City
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