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Sorry Willie, but friends don’t let friends go vegan. After seeing this “before” photo of Willie Nelson at the Country Music Hall of Fame, I knew I had to turn it into a meme. 😂 #beefitswhatsfordinner #carnivorediet #carnivore #
Where to even begin?! This weekend was unbelievable! Put a group of 50 women together to mastermind their businesses and AMAZING things happen! So what was this weekend?! It was the Rural Rooted Reunion. Last year @nataliekovarik held 4 Rural Roote
When almost a year ago I signed up for the first ever Rural Rooted Retreat, I could have never guessed where it would take me. Then in June, @nataliekovarik invited me back as a coach. And I remember thinking I don’t have anything to teach th
Alright, let’s hear it! What’s your word of the year?! A couple of years ago, I started the tradition of selecting a word of the year. And I have stuck with it because as cheesy as it sounds I love having a word to encourage me througho
Let’s hear your plans for NYE!! Popping champagne? Staying home? Popping champagne at home? My goal is to make to the ball drop in NYC and then call it a night 😂 If I am being honest, I am just ready for New Year’s Day. I have big pla
"The cattle are lowing, the baby awakes, But little Lord Jesus, no crying he makes. I love thee, Lord Jesus! look down from the sky, And stay by my cradle till morning is nigh. Be near me, Lord Jesus; I ask thee to stay Close by me forever, and
The final lake house flip project post! With all the before and after photos I could put together for you! What’s your favorite transformation on this project?! My favorite?! It’s hard to pick just one! The exterior paint and patio wer
climatarian noun [ C ] US /ˌklaɪ.məˈter.i.ən/ UK /ˌklaɪ.məˈteə.ri.ən/ a person who chooses what to eat according to what is least harmful to the environment. Just FYI on that one because it was new to me 🤷🏼‍♀️ no matter what they call themse
I think instead of cookies, Santa is getting these @handhmag peppermint brownies this year! And let me tell you, they are amazing. One of my favorite sections in the Winter issue is the one all about butter! To be honest, when baking, I never under
A few facts about animal protein… ➡️ 800 million are lacking the necessary nutrients provided by animal protein. ➡️ Animal protein is THE best source of high-quality, nutrient-dense foods for children under 2 years old. ➡️ Negative impacts of
Walking into 2022 with some big plans to turn dreams into reality. What about you?! What are your dreams, goals, plans for 2022?! Nothing is too big or small. I want to hear them. Dreams for something big. Goals for your business. Plans for a vac
“A rising tide lifts all boats” You have probably heard the saying a thousand times. But I believe this to my core to be true for agriculture. When we (ALL of us involved in ag) represent less than 2% of the population, we have to come
“So do you think after COP26 and UN Food Systems Summit, dairy farmers are starting to pay attention to methane emission?” This was a question I got asked over breakfast at the Sustainable Ag Summit. I almost lol’ed at the questi
"You ever plow a field? To plant the quinoa or sorghum or whatever the hell it is you eat. You kill everything on the ground and under it. You kill every snake, every frog, every mouse, mole, vole, worm, quail... You kill them all. So, I ques