What a difference a year makes or does it? Texas agriculture faced one the worst droughts in 2010 and 2011 that greatly reduced the state’s beef cow herd. Ranchers across Texas had to make some really tough decisions. Do I try to hold on to my cows and endure the drought or do [...]
My days begin with prayers and readings - I read from God’s Word and the book He has directed me to read at this time. Yes – God has been directing me to reading material my whole life. You see – I have always been a rather strong-willed – independent – high energy individual. But [...]
I get up every morning at 5:00 a.m. That gives me some quiet time to read my Bible and say my prayers for God’s guidance, direction, and protection daily at the ranch. It is the only quiet time – the only chance to grab that cup of coffee – because when the sun rises so [...]
TUMBLEWEED - Wagon 54 The wagon we have is an original Mitchell. It is registered with the American Chuck Wagon Association as a “Registered Historical Chuck Wagon”.It was manufactured in the late 1800’s – Mitchell & Lewis Co. LTD - Racine, Wisconsin. From Wisconsin, it made its way to a grain company in Placerville, Nebraska. [...]
This whole week we have worked on fencing. That seems to be a never ending chore around here. Even the other night – we wanted to take a friend to dinner for his 50th birthday – so we showered and got dressed in “good” clothes and took off. We are always checking fences – especially [...]
