D.R. Cattle
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Just got finished puttin all the bulls out. Don't visit quite as much. 99% of the topics are repetitive. Occasionally one can find a good read though. Are you wishin you were back in FL right now?
You are right about topics. I'm like you, don't read near as much as I used to. Board has changed a lot. So many of old bunch gone.D.R. Cattle":jws1iskc said:Just got finished puttin all the bulls out. Don't visit quite as much. 99% of the topics are repetitive. Occasionally one can find a good read though. Are you wishin you were back in FL right now?
Ryder":3bp93c38 said:You are right about topics. I'm like you, don't read near as much as I used to. Board has changed a lot. So many of old bunch gone.D.R. Cattle":3bp93c38 said:Just got finished puttin all the bulls out. Don't visit quite as much. 99% of the topics are repetitive. Occasionally one can find a good read though. Are you wishin you were back in FL right now?
Weather has not been bad here, yet.
eric":x3ata52l said:Ryder":x3ata52l said:You are right about topics. I'm like you, don't read near as much as I used to. Board has changed a lot. So many of old bunch gone.D.R. Cattle":x3ata52l said:Just got finished puttin all the bulls out. Don't visit quite as much. 99% of the topics are repetitive. Occasionally one can find a good read though. Are you wishin you were back in FL right now?
Weather has not been bad here, yet.
You guys are sure right about that!! I remember when a person used to ask what size folks herd was and the poster got reemed a new one for even thinking about asking! Most people likened it to asking how much money someone had in the bank. Never understood that either. If I really wanted to know, I could always just stand beside your fence and count most of your cows, or at least get a pretty good guess. Why the secrecy with some people?
eric":jpkqz2re said:Ryder":jpkqz2re said:You are right about topics. I'm like you, don't read near as much as I used to. Board has changed a lot. So many of old bunch gone.D.R. Cattle":jpkqz2re said:Just got finished puttin all the bulls out. Don't visit quite as much. 99% of the topics are repetitive. Occasionally one can find a good read though. Are you wishin you were back in FL right now?
Weather has not been bad here, yet.
You guys are sure right about that!! I remember when a person used to ask what size folks herd was and the poster got reemed a new one for even thinking about asking! Most people likened it to asking how much money someone had in the bank. Never understood that either. If I really wanted to know, I could always just stand beside your fence and count most of your cows, or at least get a pretty good guess. Why the secrecy with some people?
Don't ask about a person's past. In the West it was even frowned upon to ask a man his name. This guideline had a practical side in those days, as many people who moved West had a past they maybe didn't want to divulge. But it goes deeper than that -- namely, everyone should be judged based on the person they are today, not what they were.
Never steal another man's horse, never ride another man's horse without permission, and never wear another man's hat. Some things are intrinsically personal and are part of a man's very essence; those things should always be treated with deference and respect. The art of practicing this tenet today may not involve the hat or the horse, but more that everyone should strive to understand what's important to the other person and show proper respect.
Defend yourself when necessary. This has nothing to do with reckless bravado, just the exact opposite. A fight was always to be avoided because the consequences could be dire. Rather it's a recognition that some things are worth standing up for. A principled life is the only life worth living. It was recognition that, in the end, you must control your own destiny, and that's a task you can't delegate.
Take care of your own. There's big responsibility that goes with family, friends, and taking care of God's creatures. One does what's necessary to live up to that responsibility.
When you pass someone on the trail, don't look back at him. The practical side was that looking back implied you didn't trust him, and that was an insult. The deeper meaning is that a man should keep his eyes on where he's going. The unhappiest people in the world are those who spend their time looking back and counting the injustices they perceive were inflicted upon them.
Always fill your whiskey glass to the brim. One should live life to its fullest.
Be thankful and gracious. A man chooses to smile or frown, and his choice says a lot about the kind of man he is. A surly disposition is a sign of a quitter. Cowboys hate quitters.
Be courageous. Every cowboy with a hint of common sense is scared that first time he throws a leg over a bronc. Courage is facing those fears and going on.
Lend a helping hand. If someone's in need, you help them, be they a friend, stranger or enemy. The risk of helping is nothing compared to knowing you turned your back on someone when you were in a position to help.
Everyone is welcome at the campfire. Being hospitable to strangers has nothing to do with the stranger but it speaks volumes about the person.
Never shoot a man in the back. Even if the opponent can rightly be considered an enemy, you give them a fighting chance.
Be modest. Actions speak louder than words. In fact, if the actions are pure enough, words aren't even needed. A cowboy didn't talk much, or at the least he rarely wasted his words. Living is always more important than talking about it.
Take care of your horse. After the hardest and longest day, a true cowboy ensures his horse is fed, bedded and taken care of before the cowboy thinks about his meal or a warm bed. It's a reflection of one's priorities, and it makes you feel better.
Never cuss in front of a lady.
Be there for your friends. To have a friend you must first be a friend.
Don't complain about the cooking unless you are prepared to be the cook.
If you can't support those you saddle up with, you shouldn't saddle up.
Ride for the brand.
Respect others. Stirring up dust around the campfire is either youthful indiscretion or pure ignorance.
Respect the land.
Honesty must be an absolute in a world where a handshake is more binding than a contract.
Your word is your sacred bond.
If it isn't yours, don't take it.
If it's not right, don't do it.
Take pride in your work and who you are.
Do what has to be done.
Be tough but fair.
Remember that some things aren't for sale.
Know where to draw the line.
Live by the Golden Rule.
Oldtimer, truly some great words to live by! You know the advice, knowledge and experiences of you folks that have been around for awhile has been invaluable to many of us. Maybe I should speak for myself here, and I will, thanks for your input, advice and know how.Oldtimer":1slvs3ke said:Don't ask about a person's past. In the West it was even frowned upon to ask a man his name. This guideline had a practical side in those days, as many people who moved West had a past they maybe didn't want to divulge. But it goes deeper than that -- namely, everyone should be judged based on the person they are today, not what they were.
Never steal another man's horse, never ride another man's horse without permission, and never wear another man's hat. Some things are intrinsically personal and are part of a man's very essence; those things should always be treated with deference and respect. The art of practicing this tenet today may not involve the hat or the horse, but more that everyone should strive to understand what's important to the other person and show proper respect.
Defend yourself when necessary. This has nothing to do with reckless bravado, just the exact opposite. A fight was always to be avoided because the consequences could be dire. Rather it's a recognition that some things are worth standing up for. A principled life is the only life worth living. It was recognition that, in the end, you must control your own destiny, and that's a task you can't delegate.
Take care of your own. There's big responsibility that goes with family, friends, and taking care of God's creatures. One does what's necessary to live up to that responsibility.
When you pass someone on the trail, don't look back at him. The practical side was that looking back implied you didn't trust him, and that was an insult. The deeper meaning is that a man should keep his eyes on where he's going. The unhappiest people in the world are those who spend their time looking back and counting the injustices they perceive were inflicted upon them.
Always fill your whiskey glass to the brim. One should live life to its fullest.
Be thankful and gracious. A man chooses to smile or frown, and his choice says a lot about the kind of man he is. A surly disposition is a sign of a quitter. Cowboys hate quitters.
Be courageous. Every cowboy with a hint of common sense is scared that first time he throws a leg over a bronc. Courage is facing those fears and going on.
Lend a helping hand. If someone's in need, you help them, be they a friend, stranger or enemy. The risk of helping is nothing compared to knowing you turned your back on someone when you were in a position to help.
Everyone is welcome at the campfire. Being hospitable to strangers has nothing to do with the stranger but it speaks volumes about the person.
Never shoot a man in the back. Even if the opponent can rightly be considered an enemy, you give them a fighting chance.
Be modest. Actions speak louder than words. In fact, if the actions are pure enough, words aren't even needed. A cowboy didn't talk much, or at the least he rarely wasted his words. Living is always more important than talking about it.
Take care of your horse. After the hardest and longest day, a true cowboy ensures his horse is fed, bedded and taken care of before the cowboy thinks about his meal or a warm bed. It's a reflection of one's priorities, and it makes you feel better.
Never cuss in front of a lady.
Be there for your friends. To have a friend you must first be a friend.
Don't complain about the cooking unless you are prepared to be the cook.
If you can't support those you saddle up with, you shouldn't saddle up.
Ride for the brand.
Respect others. Stirring up dust around the campfire is either youthful indiscretion or pure ignorance.
Respect the land.
Honesty must be an absolute in a world where a handshake is more binding than a contract.
Your word is your sacred bond.
If it isn't yours, don't take it.
If it's not right, don't do it.
Take pride in your work and who you are.
Do what has to be done.
Be tough but fair.
Remember that some things aren't for sale.
Know where to draw the line.
Live by the Golden Rule.