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@redclaystrays at @chefrontierdays was absolutely amazing! I was already a fan, but now after seeing them live I may turn into a super fan! 10/10 for their music, their message, and the crowd! #redclaystrays #summerconcerts
Thank you to @elevate_glenrock for gathering up so many candidates in one place! The upcoming primary election is vital for Wyoming’s future, and I appreciated that we had the opportunity to learn from a wide variety of candidates, many of whom I had been wanting to talk to, but haven’t had the chance. Seeing so many local people willing to step up and be a part of our local government was inspiring. Even if we don’t agree on everything, I admire them for taking a stance and being willing to step into the arena! Wyoming, I can’t emphasize enough how important it is for you to show up and #vote on August 18th. 🙌👏
25 years ago I met this guy right here at @chefrontierdays in the beer tent. 22 years of marriage and 5 kids later…he’s still my favorite cowboy! 🥰
Because when you’re at @chefrontierdays you need to support local! So nice chatting with you @wearalexisdrake and stay tuned because I’ll be showing off what I bought 😘
It’s another roasting hot day here in Wyoming and I think Captain has the right idea about how to make it through the day… 🤫 #bergerpicard
Today I stepped into a brand-new role for both me and the Prairie Wife brand. While I was a little nervous, I was way more excited!
One thing I've learned over the last 12 (almost 13!) years of building this brand is that I have to stay open to change and be willing to step outside my comfort zone. Taking on new challenges is what keeps me growing and prevents me from getting too comfortable...and we can't have that, can we?
PrairieWifeInHeels.com started as a mommy blog. A place to connect with other women, wives, and mothers, and encourage them to live a life of grit and grace. While that mission has remained the same, my audience has grown to include EVERYONE not just women.
Over the years, this journey has taken me from blogging to building a social media brand, hosting a radio show, appearing on television, serving as an emcee and auctioneer, consulting with businesses/brands, speaking across Wyoming, and, most recently, advocating for Wyoming's children. Looking back, it's amazing to see how one "yes" led to another. Life certainly hasn't been boring around here, has it?
Today I officially began a new role as a Strategic Advisor for a company I've had the privilege of working with for several years. It's similar to the brand consulting I've done in the past, but instead of focusing on big-picture thinking, this role is centered on helping turn that vision into practical action...creating priorities, breaking down goals, developing action plans, and helping leaders navigate the day-to-day challenges that come with managing people and organizations.
I'll admit...my heart was pretty happy creating bullet-point agendas, organizing action items, and realizing I could instantly pull up notes from meetings I'd facilitated years ago. Sometimes being Type A can be a good thing!
If you've been feeling stuck lately, maybe this is your reminder to reevaluate your purpose, say yes to something new, or allow yourself to get a little (or a lot) uncomfortable.
After all, this life is what you make of it.
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A very happy birthday to The Cowboy. You may be decidedly closer to 50 than not, but trust me when I say you’re getting better with age! Love you always. 🥰😘
Spent this morning at @ekw1981 and had the place to ourselves for a bit before our friends showed up! Love this summer tradition 🥰
The Red River Trail in Fargo, ND is absolutely beautiful! If you’re in the area absolutely take the time to walk some of the pathways. Even in the 90s and mid day it offered tons of shade and gorgeous views…and if you cross the bridge you can say you walked to Minnesota!
