Author Archives: thewritingrancher

As we head into our state fair week, this photo of our middle son, who is a freshman, leading the varsity football team onto the field in their first game of the season has me feeling all the feelings. It … Continue reading →

Have you ever had so much to say that you remain silent? Has your mind ever been so heavy that your heart can’t sort it out? I have a feeling many of us could answer a silent ‘yes’ to both … Continue reading →

“Clarity is when your eyes and mind see what your heart feels.” ~ Me❤️ When you doubt yourself for whatever the reasons may be, you end up feeling restless. When you aren’t clear about what you want, you’ll likely end … Continue reading →

“There is a calmness to a life lived in gratitude, a quiet joy.” ~ Ralph Blum Living with gratitude hasn’t always been my norm. In an industry where so much is outside our control, negativity finds plenty of fissures to … Continue reading →

“We must not allow other people’s limited perceptions to define us.” ~ Virginia Satir I find this affirmation true and meaningful; however, I’ve come to believe the most dangerous, the most limiting perceptions are those we hold about ourselves Other … Continue reading →

There’s a lot to see in this overstuffed washing machine. I see lessons that will be offered again about sorting clothes and a reminder to unwad socks, but mostly, I see the load of laundry our 10-year-old washed without being … Continue reading →

For the first time in our nearly 20 years together, our tree is not laden with totes of ornaments tied to memories and stories through the years. Generally, The Rancher preps and places the tree. I fill it with lights. … Continue reading →

You know what happens when you have cows? Shit. That’s what. Please don’t misunderstand. There is purpose and reward in feeding and supplying the world as cattle ranchers. There are idyllic rides through favorite pastures, picturesque scenes in each season, … Continue reading →

Congratulations to J. Vanderwerff, A. Fuhrer, and D. Nesselhuf for winning my random drawing for subscriptions to South Dakota Magazine, The Pioneer Woman Magazine, and a comfy, fun T-shirt from my friend Calee at Blue Sky Boutique respectively!! Private messages … Continue reading →