Max Armstrong is in Washington, D.C. today.

Ventura Highway lyrics are dancing in my head today. I know there are farmers in heartland who would say their fields don't look good in snow in May.

U of Michigan report showed sentiment about economy remains high. Up 9% from last year. We are optimistic about the economy, rising 12% when compared to April a year ago.

Started voting last Friday for Farm Mom of the Year. They are excellent candidates. AmericasFarmers.com - vote there by next Wednesday.

Red Lake Falls, Minn., was called worst place to live in America. A couple moved there after that and are enjoying life there.