
Sept 2009, North Dakota Governor John Hoeven writes "Great Job!" expressing his appreciation of Country Life, The Upper Midwest by Donald Bert Cullum.
Oct 2009, Most Reverend Paul A. Zipfel Bishop of Bismarck Diocese writes the following after receiving a copy of Country Life the Upper Midwest; "I knew I had something of great worth in my hands. You have captured many memorable scenes through your camera, your skillful pen as well as your poetic heart that should speak to all who take time to drink of the beauty of our unique buildings, God's land and sky that you have managed to display with great artistry. It is clear that you are greatly gifted and that God will continue to make use of the many gifts he has given you. "
Oct 2009, McLean County Journal Editor Allan Tinker writes, "It is a book with something for everyone, even a little humor in the raccoons on the mailbox sketch, the cattle crossing photo, and babysitting daddy-style, and the word and phrase mental imagery of the ND state fair."
Nov 2009, South Dakota Governor Michael Rounds writes "The descriptions, photographs, art, and poetry certainly reflect rural life" expressing his appreciation of Country Life, The Upper Midwest by Donald Bert Cullum!
Reflected within this autographed first edition copy of the book Country Life, The Upper Midwest, you will find unspoiled beauty and culture of rural community where life remains less complicated and more wholesome. A place where neighbors know each other, share a common strong work ethic and value the soul. “Country Life, the Upper Midwest” contains 145 photographs, 18 ink drawings, 15 poems and written Reflection of a Midwest Autumn orchestrated so as to take you on a journey into the country, into the rural life of which so many of us cherish and many more long for. Turn the pages and let your mind travel to the place dear to your heart where there is a scent of fresh turned soil, fresh cut hay, sounds of mourning doves, geese, ducks, and an un-obscured view of the northern lights, sunrises and sunsets. Welcome home to where your heart is.