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The Neighbor's Bull Came Calling
Amber NordahlSome neighboring cows had gotten out onto the wildlife refuge east of Big Lake, and their bull had wandered south until he was standing across the fence looking at our...
The Neighbor's Bull Came Calling
Amber NordahlSome neighboring cows had gotten out onto the wildlife refuge east of Big Lake, and their bull had wandered south until he was standing across the fence looking at our...
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We Mostly Eat Steak and Hamburger
Amber NordahlA new reader said a 45-pound beef share was more than they needed. Then she told me something else: “We mostly eat steak and hamburger.” Well, that makes things pretty...
We Mostly Eat Steak and Hamburger
Amber NordahlA new reader said a 45-pound beef share was more than they needed. Then she told me something else: “We mostly eat steak and hamburger.” Well, that makes things pretty...
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The T Bar J 5K Had Quite A Finish
Amber NordahlTuesday was the Annual T Bar J 5K. Not for Al and me. For the cows. It was windier than all get out. I had to cinch my hat up...
The T Bar J 5K Had Quite A Finish
Amber NordahlTuesday was the Annual T Bar J 5K. Not for Al and me. For the cows. It was windier than all get out. I had to cinch my hat up...
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You Forgot To Thaw The Beef. Now What?
Amber NordahlIn the morning, I decide what we're having for supper, take the beef out of the freezer, and put it in the refrigerator to thaw during the day. By supper...
You Forgot To Thaw The Beef. Now What?
Amber NordahlIn the morning, I decide what we're having for supper, take the beef out of the freezer, and put it in the refrigerator to thaw during the day. By supper...
Real Stories
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Who Would Have Thought I’d Be the Winner?
When I last left you, I had just ordered my first-ever 1/4 share of beef. I received it on May 21st, 2025, and let me tell you—halfway through that share,...
Who Would Have Thought I’d Be the Winner?
When I last left you, I had just ordered my first-ever 1/4 share of beef. I received it on May 21st, 2025, and let me tell you—halfway through that share,...
