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I'm Robin Benson, A Vermonter turned Minnesota rancher. I am an expert at creating positive energy, confidence, and living the life you love. And I love teaching you how to do the same. Entrepreneur, rancher, homeschool mom, author, animal lover, outdoor living and healthy whole food maven. We explore all the things and simplify for you.

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When Winter Reveals Heaven’s Beauty cowgirlmom ranchlife sundogs winter Jan 29, 2026

The rising of the sun dogs… and it keeps getting better!

Subzero temps bring the most glorious views and reflections.

Thank you Lord for showing us you and your angels are always watching over us.

Go outside and look at the glory!
🌞🙌🏽🩵✨🩷 🌈 ☀️

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Joy and Practice in Winter Ranch Life feedingcows jerky jerkylady ranchlife winter Dec 05, 2025

Armed with a pocket full of jerky, I headed out to feed this morning.

Some bovines are more patient than others at -10° F and windy and I can’t say that I blame them.

When I hit frozen poop piles, sticks and rocks under the snow, and bounce all over, making the bales go off course, I keep reminding m...

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