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Farm Journal, Day …

Farm Journal, Day…

My story as a transplanted city person living life on our family’s ranch in the Ozarks.

Latest Journal Entries

  • Farm Journal, Year 7, Day 234
    “Should we start shopping for semen?” has become a perfectly normal question to ask my husband. And honestly, that’s not even the weirdest conversation we’ve had this week.
  • Farm Journal, Year 7, Day 228
    Somewhere along the way, “baby cows” became calves, barn cats became coworkers, and cattle vaccines found a home next to the milk. A look back at the “dumb city girl” questions that helped me learn the language of ranch life — and how much has changed along the way.
  • Farm Journal, Year 7, Day 223
    Before leaving for a wedding in Ireland, we must ensure the ranch runs smoothly, a reminder that ranching is a life of dedication and commitment.
  • Farm Journal, Year 7 Day 213
    The Equipment is Always Listening A few weeks ago, I saw a quote on Facebook that made me laugh. “Never brag about how good things are going on the farm.… Read more: Farm Journal, Year 7 Day 213
  • Farm Journal, Year 7, Day 186
    I translate IT into English. That’s how I usually explain my job in change management — helping people navigate complexity and change. But I’ve also been learning another language for the past seven years: ranch life in Missouri.
  • Farm Journal, Year 7, Day 172
    All in the Numbers I’ve spent most of my life working with words. As a journalist, words were my tools. Stories were built from interviews, observations, and carefully chosen phrases.… Read more: Farm Journal, Year 7, Day 172

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