Colorful is the word for Dusty.
Arguments can be made, but that is the most conclusive description of Dustin S. Anderson, who passed away at his home in Skiddy, May 17, 2008, not far from where he was born, March 1, 1922.
Colorful is the word for Dusty.
Arguments can be made, but that is the most conclusive description of Dustin S. Anderson, who passed away at his home in Skiddy, May 17, 2008, not far from where he was born, March 1, 1922.
Riding a horse sure beats walking when you live 3 1/2 miles from school and your family doesn’t own a car.
Gene Peacock learned to ride before he could walk, and his abilities grew as he did, soon becoming a top all-around cowboy.
May is the graduation month.
Apparently that’s the case, because the word and activity seem to have been in more communications than anything else other than the weather in recent days. Speakers have evaluated graduation in broad terminology at ceremonies throughout the country. While admitting it is an ending, most importantly is emphasis on beginning of the rest of life. Continue reading →
“Change is the only certainty in the cattle business.”
If there’s anyone qualified to make a statement about the beef industry, it’s Pat Koons of Burdick.
A lifelong cattleman involved in every phase of production at one time or another, Koons has recently made the transition from western Kansas feedlot owner-manager to Flint Hills cattle grazer-operator.
“Support beef, run over a chicken.”
Bumper stickers bearing that message were circulated years ago when poultry started infringing on beef consumption. Media mention isn’t given now, but most people like eating chicken in a variety of forms. Despite not being a member of that group, we’ve had our share of experiences with those fowl.
Strong relationships can exist between a cowboy and his stallion.
Many people are fervently attached to their horses as well as dogs, cats and other critters. When death takes those away, there is an awful feeling of loss. Stockmen always hate to lose their production, not just financially, but often for sentimental
connection.