Tag: Flatland Philosopher
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Where’re the Ladies?
Where’re the Ladies? By Chris McClure Contributing Editor Two old ranchers were talking about a recent bull sale they attended, which left them somewhat perplexed.
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Storms
Storms By Chris McClure Contributing Editor When the wind blows And the dust rolls There can still be peace within. Our anchor holds Despite
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The Yard Bird
The Yard Bird By Chris McClure Contributing Editor Grasshoppers and beetles, seeds, nuts and fruits, Contentedly clucking and picking at roots A gray-feathered hen
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The Futures Market
The Futures Market By Chris McClure Contributing Editor The futures market has been described As just like riding broncs; You’re up, then down and
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Eternal Optimism – the Cattle Feeder’s Disease
Eternal Optimism – the Cattle Feeder’s Disease By Chris McClure Contributing Editor The grass is getting short because it’s been so hot and dry.
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Flatland Philosopher: Going Fishing
Going Fishing Bawling calves and hanging dust That gets in ears and forms a crust Around the nostrils and the lips; The contest has commenced