It's not where you've been, son, It's what you understand. Do you know the right from wrong, Tell me, boy, are you an honest man... Lyrics Ryan Bingham Pistol kinda enjoys taking a ride in the pickup. One afternoon last week I left her at the house while I went to jump on the brush … Continue reading Travelin Jones – On the Job Hunt
Never Say ‘Easy’ in Ranch Life
One would think I'd know by now to never say "Oh, this will be easy," when it comes to ranch life. That's like the killer phrase when you're wanting to get out early or have something planned for the day. The cows always hear about it and throw a wrench in the gears. Friday was … Continue reading Never Say ‘Easy’ in Ranch Life
Cowboy Romance (of horsesweat and hornflies)
Just warms your heart, don't it? As I've told ya'll before, I love to read others' first-hand accounts of ranch life. Van Horn Texas Cowboy and "agritainer", Bob Kinford (web, blog, facebook, twitter) shares his accounts of cowboy lifestyle through his books like Cowboy Romance (Amazon) -- the lastest addition to my Readings and Ruminations booklist. … Continue reading Cowboy Romance (of horsesweat and hornflies)
Benefits of Mowing Livestock Pastures | Part 2
Why do livestock producers mow pastures? As a follow-up to yesterday's post, we'll explore how mowing livestock pastures from a forage management perspective can be beneficial. Benefits of Mowing Livestock Pastures The following is a guest contribution from Jesse Bussard, a graduate student at the University of Kentucky I was posed the question, “Why do … Continue reading Benefits of Mowing Livestock Pastures | Part 2
Better Blogging: Thinking of a Topic
I'm the kind of person that is always looking for improvement. I can't seem to settle and believe there is always more to learn. So how can I improve my blogging skills? I'm going to take a few posts to share tips, thoughts and ideas about blogging, answer a few questions I've received, and maybe … Continue reading Better Blogging: Thinking of a Topic
Long Hot Summer Day
Besides being song lyrics from one of my favorite bands (Turnpike Troubadours), this pretty much sums up my Thursday. Getting started a 6 o'clock, really doesn't make much of a difference if it never cools below 80 degrees. Even at sunrise it doesn't take long to break a good sweat. Grulla and I headed out … Continue reading Long Hot Summer Day
Singin In The Rain
Ever have one of those days where ya just rock out, things are going good, and you're more productive than normal? Yep, that was my Thursday. Everything kicked off a lil after 5, with a pot of coffee, and looming gray clouds. Hmm, really doesn't sound that great, except for the fact that we've been … Continue reading Singin In The Rain
Gathering Bulls At The End Of Breeding Season
Like I told ya'll when I turned out the bulls in March, they have 75 days to have their fun, then it's back to the bull lot for the boys. Well that 75 is up this weekend and it's time to bring the boys home. Grulla and I have been getting an early start each … Continue reading Gathering Bulls At The End Of Breeding Season
Wordless Wednesday: Day In My Ranch Life
What's a day like in my ranch life? Here's a glimpse: And to think this was a "slower" day... Be sure to view my other Wordless Wednesday on Sitting in the Pasture...
Photo Friday: Hay Season Fun
Not much of a Photo Friday this week. There's been some long hours in the hay field and a bit of time on the brushhog as well. Unfortunately this has included plenty of time with breakdowns, being covered in grease. We've just 1 more field to cut to finish up the first round of hay … Continue reading Photo Friday: Hay Season Fun