North Dakota Living readers

CHRISTMAS MAGIC
Although I came from a “lots of kids, not much money” kind of family, we were never deprived of fun-filled Christmases.

One Christmas Eve, the family was gathered in the living room, listening to holiday music, watching the bubble lights on the tree and wondering what Santa would bring.

STATE BEVERAGE
Did you know milk is our state beverage? My favorite product made in North Dakota is milk and other dairy products. My family loves milk, butter, ice cream, cheese and all of the other wonderful foods made of dairy!

This summer, I enjoyed attending a breakfast on the farm at one of the largest dairy farms in North Dakota near Mandan to watch the process of milk production. It is sure hard work being a dairy farmer! I admire all they do, especially the long hours worked every day.

NOVEMBER: What is your favorite product made in North Dakota and why?
Deadline for submission: Oct.14

DECEMBER: Share a favorite Christmas memory.
Deadline for submission: Nov. 11

We want to hear FROM you:

Popcorn Bars

    1    stick (1/2 cup) butter or margarine
  16    oz. mini marshmallows
 1/3    cup cooking oil
    7    cups popped popcorn
    1    cup milk chocolate M&Ms (M&Ms in team colors can be ordered online or the classic brightly colored regular M&Ms are always fun!)

OPEN AIR VISITS
North Dakota’s best outdoor activity is talking with people who are outdoors. I enjoy my outdoor visits with the neighbor, whether they live next door to me or blocks away. And when I am working outside, I love it when those who are out for a walk or are driving around will stop and chat.