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8 Fall Decor Ideas For The Season Ahead
Fall is here, which means it’s time to dive headfirst into everything that makes this time of year fun: baking delicious desserts, pumpkin patches with the kiddos, big Thanksgiving feasts on the farm with the family, and more. For many of us, fall also signals that it’s time to take a hard look at your…
Read MoreWhat Makes Pappy Van Winkle 15-Year Bourbon So Special?
You’ve heard of the Pappy Van Winkle 15-year bourbon. Everyone you’ve talked to raves about it, and perhaps you’ve had a glass while hanging out on your neighbor’s patio under the breeze of a windmill ceiling fan. But every time you go out to buy a bottle of your very own, you can’t find it.…
Read MoreIf you love Cowboy shows, especially Yellowstone, check out this spin-off
Tim McGraw and Faith Hill. Do we need to say anything more? Yes? OK … how about the hit TV show Yellowstone? Have we piqued your interest now? Of course, we have! From the creators of Yellowstone, which is about to be in its fourth season after first appearing in 2018, comes a prequel series…
Read MoreEquestrian Spotlight: The World Equestrian Center
The equestrian industry is already booming beyond anyone’s wildest dreams. So imagine adding two spectacular centerpieces in the heart of the country that instantly shoots the industry’s nationwide appeal into another stratosphere. While that seems too good to be true for horse lovers and showers everywhere, it’s exactly what Larry Roberts and the rest of…
Read MorePaul Harvey: The Voice of America
There are certain people who are revered by so many that they will forever stand in a class by themselves. Paul Harvey is one of those people. He’s an institution, a pillar, the standard-bearer for all American radio and television personalities, commentators, and news columnists who came after him and aspired to be like him.…
Read MoreFormer Naked And Afraid Stars Fall in Love with their Custom Windmill Ceiling Fan
Matt and Brooke Wright have no reason to feel Naked And Afraid anymore. If anything, they’re feeling cool and comfortable inside their new barndominium — thanks largely to a custom windmill ceiling fan from yours truly. This adorable, fun, and outdoorsy duo was the first married couple to compete together on the famed reality show…
Read MoreBarbara Van Cleve: A true American cowgirl and an amazing photographer to boot
There are plenty of photographers who spend their days capturing the awe-inspiring beauty and roll-up-your-sleeves hard work of ranch life. Whether it’s their panoramic images of a herd of cattle roaming in the distance, up-close-and-personal photos of majestic longhorns, or the first blush of a Texas sunrise, they’ve skillfully pointed their lens at rare moments…
Read MoreCowgirl spotlight: Amy Raymond
At the The Original Windmill Ceiling Fan Company, we honor craftsmen who have similar values as us, such as their commitment to one-of-a-kind American-made products, hand-crafted quality, and personal one-on-one communication with every customer. Not surprisingly, many of the leaders in this area are all the loud and proud cowgirls, whose enduring spirit and artistic…
Read MoreLocal Heroes Series: Fallon Taylor
We are around cowboys and ranchers all the time. And trust me when I say they all have an inspiring story to tell about where they’ve been, what they’ve experienced, and where they want to go in life. Heck, Phillip and I could tell you plenty of tales from our days on the farm –…
Read MoreThree brands of vodka you should try right now
When you’re a rancher, rodeo cowboy, or a down-to-earth country farmer, the word vodka doesn’t just roll off the tongue quite as well as drinks like beer, whiskey, or even tequila. But there’s a time and place for everything, and every so often, it’s nice to sit down on the patio with a glass of…
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