Country Lifestyles
When a City Girl Goes Country
By Annette Bridges
It was one of those necessary, yet very sad days in the life of a cattle rancher. We had to say goodbye to our bull, Frankie. We returned from the agonizing drive, and I felt compelled to sit down and ponder how to write an ode to a very good bull.
I have read all the rationale on when it is time to retire a bull. The average age for many ranchers is around eight years. Our Frankie was beyond his prime. We probably knew last year it was about time for him to retire. His lack of enthusiasm when he returned to the herd after his spring hiatus was a clue.
The very slow start to our spring calving this year, and cows that never conceived confirmed what we did not want to admit last year. It was time. Frankie was a handsome and gentle giant. A Charolais mix, but he could be fierce if he felt threatened.
To read more, pick up a copy of the May issue of NTFR. To subscribe by mail, call 940-872-5922.
By Jesse Kader
It’s summer but you can still keep your layers classic and western. Take simple pieces and add your own touches to personalize it to your style. I love this simple but statement suit that pairs perfectly with all of my turquoise accessories. Plus, these layers are still cool enough to get us through the warmer days. Find this and more at www.jessesjewelz.com.
Summertime music is in the air. Yes friends, summer is upon us. It’s time for those outdoor parties and special events we’ve all been waiting for to begin. And best of all, most will be featuring live Texas music.
Meet Cayla McPeek. Cayla is a fourth generation singer, songwriter from Forestburg, Texas. Her old school influences in rock and country include Fleetwood Mac, George Jones and Miranda Lambert.
To read more, pick up a copy of the June issue of NTFR magazine. To subscribe by mail, call 940-872-5922.
By Bryce Angell
I was thumbing through the Netflix channels when, there it was, the great western television series, “Lonesome Dove.” I eagerly watched, for the 10th time, when five minutes into the episode, there was a scene where Newt, PeaEye and Dish were playing a knife game called Mumblety-peg. I had completely forgotten about the game of Mumblety-peg.
Mumblety-peg can be a dangerous game if you choose to play it that way. One brainless way is to see how close you can throw your knife to your feet without slicing your toes. Newt, PeaEye and Dish were playing the game safely by staying away from their toes.
To read more, pick up a copy of the June issue of NTFR magazine. To subscribe by mail, call 940-872-5922.
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