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Barbara 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…
Read MoreWhy You Should Indulge in a Glass of Cognac
When most people think of Cognac, they think of a bunch of older, stately gentlemen in suits sitting around a poker table with cigars or having a nightcap in a smoke-filled parlor while telling each other how amazing they are. We’ll be honest; that’s what we first thought. We didn’t think it was for us…
Read MoreWhat Makes Your Farmhouse Wedding Venue Perfect?
The first step when planning a wedding is to secure a venue. For the longest time, most brides would instantly think of having theirs at a traditional church, but if they didn’t want that, there was always a beautiful hotel in the city, the beach, or even a country club. All of these sites are…
Read MoreLocal Heroes Series: Tom McCutcheon
Local Heroes Series: Tom McCutcheon When you grow up on a family farm like we did and spend nearly every waking second riding horses competitively, you are bound to get attached to your animals. And really, the word “attached” is an understatement. Whether it’s a powerful horse or a few heads of cattle, they are…
Read MoreGot a thirst for whiskey? Here are four must-have brands you need to try
You don’t have to look very far to find whiskey lovers. Not only are global spirit sales up across the board, but there are currently more than 20 countries producing whiskey (America and Ireland spelling) and whisky (Scotland, Canada, and Japan spelling) while offering over 500 different brands. And they all feature their own style,…
Read MoreShorty’s Caboy Hattery celebrates 30 years as world-renowned hat maker
Known for their handcrafted stitching, fun designs and colors, and impeccable attention to detail, Shorty’s Caboy Hattery takes pride in each hat, which is either made of pure beaver or a beaver blend.
Read MoreWestern artist’s masterpieces can complete your country living space
A stampede of wild horses jockeying for position across the rugged western plains they’ve come to know all too well, kicking up plumes of dust in their wake. Three majestic longhorns standing tall, with one gently pressing its lips to the cool creek water below. Four stoic Indians on horseback, looking to find their way…
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