According to the Farmer’s Almanac, “the “Dog Days” of summer are from July 3 to August 11 each year. They’re usually the hottest and most unbearable days of the season. We often hear about the “Dog Days” of summer, but few know where the expression originated. Some think it’s a reference to the hot, sultry days that are “not fit for a dog.” [READ MORE…]
Beating the heat can be tough during these “Dog Days of Summer.” Thankfully, it is National Ice Cream Month, so we have to celebrate! [READ MORE…]
The days have been long, hot, and dry with bursts of damaging storms across most of these parts. I saw where the National Weather Service in North Platte, NE had posted that they have recorded a record number of days over 100 degrees this summer and let’s face it, we are still facing a whole lot more summer. [READ MORE…]
It is National Ice Cream month, so let’s celebrate! [READ MORE…]
I can smell the funnel cakes and walking tacos. I can hear the giggles of little ones enjoying the carnival rides. But, most of all, I can feel the pride in the 4-H and FFA exhibitors that have worked so hard on their projects they are exhibiting. The county fair is their super bowl in that sand arena! [READ MORE…]
My husband and I have often said for the last 15 years, ranching wouldn’t be near as much fun, if it wasn’t for having our kids alongside us every day. The laughs, the lessons, the conversations make each day a new adventure, not only as we see it through their eyes, but live it right alongside them. [READ MORE…]
2022 certainly won’t be noted as the “Year of the Mulberry”, but might go down as the “Year of the Cauliflower’ here at the Jones Ranch! [READ MORE…]
Welcome to this 7/11 edition of Ranch Raised! Kinda makes me wanna go grab a Big Gulp Slurpee in celebration! [READ MORE…]
Whether cultivated, wild, fresh or frozen, blueberries are full of essential nutrients and fiber, and are high in antioxidants. [READ MORE…]
We are enjoying a few garden goodies. Earlier this spring I told you that I was challenging myself to try roasted radishes. Okay, okay, I now understand why they are all the rage! I broadcasted a bunch of radish seeds all around my cabbage, cauliflower, and broccoli. [READ MORE…]
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