Author Archives: Mary

Sometimes Friendships Need Time to Grow

No ranch is complete without a couple of horses, and this one is no exception. Since we lost our two favorites in 2004 and 2005—my daughter’s Quarter Horse and my Morgan that we had raised from birth—we were a horseless … Continue reading

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What Do Cows Eat for Breakfast?

What do cows eat for breakfast? Why grapefruit, of course. In halves or in wholes, Even cut up in fourths. It’s good for their eyesight With much lycopene, And the vitamin C Helps keep big noses clean. Called “citrus paradisi” … Continue reading

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Footprints In Our Hearts

Eleanor Roosevelt is quoted as saying, “Many people will walk in and out of your life, but only true friends will leave footprints in your heart.” Tom’s feet were as soft as Q-tips, and his personality equally as gentle. He … Continue reading

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The Tale of the Super “Cat” Nanny (as Told by a Very Tired, Worn-Out Mama Goat)

As any mom will tell you, kids can be tough. They tear all over the barnyard, they make all kinds of racket, they ignore all the rules, and table manners—don’t even get me started. I mean, do they have to … Continue reading

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Spring Has Sprung at Swan View Ranch!

Snow still covers the ground in much of the country, but at Swan View Ranch, spring has arrived! Think you need warm temperatures for a spring state of mind? Not necessarily! How about 30-plus little kids running and jumping around … Continue reading

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Meditation Via Goat Crunch

This weekend, the temperature was up in the 50s. Very warm for January, but we’re not complaining. In fact, we’ve taken advantage of the sunshine to spend a little more time up at the barn. At first we tended to … Continue reading

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