Jenny Schweigert 🇺🇲

Beginning each day with a grateful heart. Today was no exception.

You can literally have the worst week of your life and then a few days later, life becomes so beautiful again and you feel happier than ever. Remember this when you're going through a rough patch. It will pass. Give it time. God is on your side.

Another family farm, one which has assisted in helping house cows for my boys, is dispersing. Over five decades worth of genetics & breeding.

@skydrama @alexanderhall Where in IL are you expecting to be? Do you have a projected time frame?

Talked myself out of the Minnesota/Iowa border target in the wee hours of the morning. Tried to get my buddy @alexanderhall a tornado in the secondary target in IL, settling for a sunset instead. Tomorrow!

Be the person you know you should be. Have a blessed day.

@nnzp1730 Ha! Thank goodness my DIL is in charge!

@JenSchweigert Nice…..what can go wrong 😉

POV: Your kids begin a longhorn herd (don’t worry, Jerseys are still front & center - I think this is called diversification). Bull TBD in June. 📸: Rural Roads Co.

@Wendi_Irlbeck It is terrifying to observe the number of these drinks being consumed by high school students. After numerous stomach issues, we’ve convinced my 17yo to stay away.

First off, this is absolutely tragic and devastating to lose such a beautiful young woman. My heart and prayers go out to her family and the entire community grieving this loss. That being said, I find myself saying this often because it continues to be an overlooked issue. Parents need to step up and be parents not friends. Children and teens should not be regularly consuming energy drinks, excessive caffeine, or other stimulants that can seriously impact their developing bodies and nervous systems. This also includes things like frequent Starbucks drinks loaded with caffeine and sugar, and in some cases exposure to substances like THC gummies, which are completely inappropriate for minors. These products are not harmless. High caffeine intake in adolescents can increase anxiety, disrupt sleep, elevate heart rate and blood pressure, and negatively affect mood, focus, and recovery. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that adolescents consume no more than 100 mg of caffeine per day, yet many drinks marketed to teens far exceed that in a single serving. What may feel like “letting kids make their own choices” can actually become a lack of boundaries during a critical stage of development. Kids don’t need more freedom to consume stimulants they need guidance, structure, and protection. Be your kids parent not their friend. They have enough friends! nutritionwithwendi.com/blog/the-truth…

You’ll get plenty of advice about your life & career. But what matters most to you? How do you define success? What we learned: ✳ Set your priorities ✳ Choose the path that is right for you ✳ You can’t please everyone ✳ Write your own story, own the choices that come with it.

With our three Kindergarten classes doing an entire unit on farm animals (with accurate curriculum), I had to get in on the fun. Adding backdrops (not all is my work) to feature the students’ work may be one of the most enjoyable things I get to do.

Military costume found. Thks, all!

“Life isn't about finding yourself. Life is about creating yourself.” ― George Bernard Shaw

Awesome weekend celebrating the newest A-10 pilots & the final roll call at the 357th Fighter Squadron. I had the honor of serving as Director of Operations there several years ago. Hard to put into words what it was like to be an A-10 pilot. Such incredible camaraderie. ATTACK!

She earned it. She worked hard for it. And she’s good at what she does.

My group of theatre students reminded me of this tonight & I thought I’d share.

Hey, all! I’m directing our high school play & we need a Colonel Mustard costume. Looking for recommendations to find a tan/yellowish military jacket & slacks. I’m having difficulty finding local military surplus resources. Advice? Online stores? Thks in advance!

David Mirkovic puts an arm around Keaton Wagler after the season comes to an end. Two of the best freshmen in #Illini history. (Photo: AP)

A hell of a season comes to an end in the Final Four. Illinois finishes 28-9 on the season. Thank you #illini Back to the drawing board for Brad Underwood and Illinois who have a big couple of months ahead of them to start the offseason.

@DozzzzzEric It’s supposed to get to 29 here 😢 Otherwise, I’d be doing the same. Lol! Gotta give you a hard time.

@JenSchweigert I mean cmon why wouldn't ya

Found some flowers for Renee so I had to buy them! Still need to plant them.

My first season of being truly invested in college basketball. Heartbreaking end. But, goodness, the Illini men’s bb have a great deal to be proud of accomplishing. The entire famILLy has a bright future to watch. 🧡💙