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By Lara DeHaven

Among the many hats that I wear throughout the day, one of my responsibilities is as the Business Manager of Cross Creek Cattle Company.  It is a ranch owned by my father, Kenton Holliday.  My husband is the Ranch Manager.  A few years ago we made the transition from running a traditional ranching operation to a grass fed beef business. ... »

Becoming a Plant Expert

By Lara DeHaven

I have been reading J.D. Wyss' novel, Swiss Family Robinson, to my children for the last 3 weeks.  We are almost halfway through the novel, but are enjoying it immensely.  Well, we enjoy the story, but both Jake... »

Country Girl in the Big Apple

By Lara DeHaven

Last week, I spent four days in New York City with my step-mom, two step-sisters, and my sister-in-law to sight-see and spend time with one another.  A girls' weekend without children, husbands, or work.  It was fun and I really enjoyed my visit. On Friday, I am going to post pictures of my trip for... »

You Are What You Eat

By Lara DeHaven

I have raved about the book, Nourishing Traditions, by Sally Fallon in a previous article called "A Review of Nourishing Traditions."  In the book, the author shares an unbelievable amount of research about the benefits of eating like our ancestors did.  She encourages us to soak our grains, lacto-ferment our produce, and eat grass fed products. Another book on the subject... »

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Psalm 128:2

"You will eat the fruit of your labor; blessing and prosperity will be yours."