When I first got my horse, I thought I was going to be the teacher. I had plans, goals, and a vision for what our rides would look like. But somewhere along the way, I realized he was quietly rewriting the lesson plan. The truth is, he’s been teaching me far more than I’ve been […]
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I never expected that getting back in the saddle—literally—would bring up so much inside me. Fear. Excitement. Guilt. Hope. If you’re a mama, a dreamer, or just a woman who’s trying to find her way back to herself… this is for you. 1. Rebuilding Trust Takes Time (and That’s Okay)Whether it’s with a horse, your
There’s something about a warm, gooey s’more that just brings back all the best memories — summer nights, sticky fingers, giggling kids, and stories shared under wide-open skies. Out here, we don’t always have time to light a campfire, but these s’mores cookies bring all that smoky-sweet magic right into your kitchen. Whether you’re baking
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There’s just something about a ranch house bedroom — the quiet simplicity, the rustic textures, and the way it feels like home the second you walk in. Whether you live on a working ranch or just dream of that western life, you can create a ranch-style bedroom that’s both cozy and practical, beautiful and real-life
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There’s something sacred about watching life grow from the ground you work with your hands. Whether you’re on a full ranch or a backyard homestead, garden planning is more than putting seeds in the soil — it’s about slowing down, feeding your family, and living a little closer to the land. If you’ve been dreaming
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The Real Gear, Grit & Grace That Keep Ranch Life Running Whether you’re chasing toddlers through tall grass or saddling horses before sunrise, ranch mom life is no joke — and having the right gear makes all the difference. From sunrise chores to dinnertime roundups, here are the top 10 must-have items every ranch mama
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A Western Lifestyle Blog for Moms Hey there, and welcome! 🤎If you’re a mama who loves horses, wide open skies, and raising your kids the cowboy way — you’ve found your people. I’m Melissa a wife, mom to 5 little cowkids, and a big believer in living the ranch mom lifestyle, even if you don’t
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