Ranch Life

Days out here unfold at their own pace. We tend the herd, take refuge by the pool when the heat sets in, watch the wildlife drift through, and attempt to keep the pets in something resembling order. It’s not a high-powered life, and the rewards are mostly intangible—but every so often, we catch ourselves standing still, taking it all in, and feeling rich in the ways that matter.

  • 3 Ranch-Tested Boot Brands Worth a Look

    3 Ranch-Tested Boot Brands Worth a Look

    What actually holds up out here is not just about style, but about functionality and endurance in the face of harsh conditions. Out…

  • Sun, Meet Reality

    Sun, Meet Reality

    No-nonsense tips and care for sun-damaged skin Some of us, of a certain age, grew up basking in the sun without a care…

  • Venti Tales

    Venti Tales

    If you live on a ranch, you need a ranch dog. Part companion, part early warning system, part unofficial ranch hand, a good…

  • Living in an Airstream Full-Time: What It’s Really Like (From Someone Who’s Done It)

    Living in an Airstream Full-Time: What It’s Really Like (From Someone Who’s Done It)

    There’s a particular moment in the evening when the light changes and the day slows down enough for you to notice it. When…

  • No Hurry

    No Hurry

    There’s a certain day in February marked by red and roses — you know the one. At Twenty Nickels, we embrace all ways…

  • Bobcat Alley

    Bobcat Alley

    Scroll through the playlists to see candid wildlife videos and the variety of animals passing through our trail cam. Latest Playlist:

  • A Beautiful Beagle Homage

    A Beautiful Beagle Homage

    When Moe and I first began preparing for our move to the area, we wanted a bit of personal space but couldn’t bring…

  • Two coast-lovers meet the country

    Two coast-lovers meet the country

    When you’re a quintessential LA girl and your husband grew up on the largest island in the Mediterranean, it’s not hard to imagine…

  • Embracing a lifestyle

    Embracing a lifestyle

    One of the first things Moe did after we moved onto the ranch was design a belt buckle. Why? Because every proper ranch…

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