Ranch Raised with Karina Jones – My heart is full and so is my washer & dryer!
The past few days my kids have been involved in incredible learning and personal growth opportunities.
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Ranch Raised with Karina Jones – Let’s celebrate the Pumpkin on Fun, Fact Friday!
Before the pumpkin spice pop culture captured the spotlight and made pumpkin spice a household craze, there is actually a lot behind that spherical, orange fruit to learn about.
Ranch Raised with Karina Jones – Thankful for those who support FFA kids!
Today I thank all of the advisors, chaperones, sponsors, FFA staff, and volunteers that are investing in these kids and ultimately the future of agriculture!
Ranch Raised with Karina Jones – Welcome to November, the season of thanks!
Because of the obvious holiday we celebrate during this month, it is also known as the month of giving thanks and that is where I like to let my head and heart reside.
Ranch Raised with Karina Jones – Happy Halloween!
I feel ya parents, it is hard when Halloween falls in the middle of the work and school week. I am not immune to those challenges. No matter the stress level, don’t let the expectations overshadow the memories.
Ranch Raised with Karina Jones – Ghosts, Goblins, and Gallons of Goodies!
There may have been a strong chill in the air requiring coveralls, extra layers, and hot cocoa to get through morning chores, but it was an absolutely glorious weekend at the Jones Ranch.
Ranch Raised with Karina Jones – Spooky Fun Friday – Hocus Pocus Punch!
I plan on making my kids some Hocus Pocus punch this weekend! I’m giving you this recipe today so you can swing by the store and grab the ingredients.
Ranch Raised with Karina Jones – Warning parents: Halloween is fast approaching!
Living this far away from civilization, it becomes rather easy for me to be able to completely ignore what the rest of society is doing, and sometimes that includes holidays and celebrations. More often than not, I am the mom scrambling to pull something together for a class party or even for a mild holiday celebration here at home.
Ranch Raised with Karina Jones – It’s time for some new introductions!
A neighboring young man, in our 4-H club, had a beautiful assortment of chickens he had raised to choose his 4-H show chickens from. They were close to home, and I am a sucker for supporting a 4-H kid with a project they are passionate about.
Ranch Raised with Karina Jones – Have you visited a local apple orchard lately?
On our way back from Kansas City this weekend, I knew that there was a hidden gem not far off our path that I had to share with my girls at Nebraska City. The fall colors were vibrant, the small town feeling was quant, and I am so thankful that there are still people in this world tending to these beautiful apple orchards.