Visiting with Cattlemen in British Columbia

I love to travel and experience new places. I also enjoy visiting with ranchers, hearing their stories and learning how the same task (raising cattle) can become drastically different depending upon your location. Then again, I find that many things stay the same. So, it should come as no surprise that I feel very blessed … Continue reading Visiting with Cattlemen in British Columbia

Visiting San Antonio, the Alamo, and a busy Cattle Industry Convention

In my last blog post, I started a conversation about this month's trip to San Antonio, but got side tracked with other issues surrounding life now and clouding my vision. So today, we look at the fun about the travel. Despite having lived in the Lone Star state, I had never made the trip to … Continue reading Visiting San Antonio, the Alamo, and a busy Cattle Industry Convention

8 days in France – A new cultural, food, wine and travel experience

Last week, I had a great opportunity to make my first trip overseas and (with the exception of occasional wi-fi) unplug from the world of communication and social media. I took an entire week of vacation (completely new concept to me) for a trip to France to attend the 2014 Alltech Global Beef and Dairy … Continue reading 8 days in France – A new cultural, food, wine and travel experience

Milken Global Conference | Not my Normal Experience (Part 1)

In recent years I've had the opportunity to attend several great conferences within the agriculture community. These travels have taken me from coast to coast and I have met many great farmers and ranchers across the country. Attending conferences is usually a highlight of seeing old friends, meeting new ones, and being exposed to new … Continue reading Milken Global Conference | Not my Normal Experience (Part 1)

Montana – Land of 130 specialty license plates

Well, I've been in Montana long enough that I have to get my new vehicle plates. Montana has a lot of options - somewhere over 130 different specialty plates! Specialty plates are great way to personalize your vehicle, show your support to other motorists, and financially support your favorite organization. My current Arkansas plates support … Continue reading Montana – Land of 130 specialty license plates