IMG_6323.jpg

my story

I never anticipated that I would be a stay at home mom on the farm. When I was little, I didn’t know exactly what I wanted to be, but all I knew was that I wanted to wear a suit to work when I grew up. I’m not sure where I got this idea from. None of the women in my life wore “suits” to work. Most of the women in my life were also full time at home, dedicating their lives to their families on the farm. The only thing I knew was that I wanted differently than what I saw before me.

I grew up on a grain and beef farm. Myself and my siblings were involved in all aspects of the operation and were expected to help out wherever we could. I participated in 4-H Beef from the ages of 9-21. Any sort of down time was also linked to the farm whether it was riding horses to check cattle or perhaps the local fair and cattle show.

As I ventured out on my own, I wanted to be involved in agriculture in some aspect. I knew that we all needed agriculture every day in our lives and in every part of the world. I wanted to keep my options open for travel and knew that every country would need some sort of agriculture industry for food production. I enrolled at the University of Saskatchewan and received my degree with a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture; majoring in Agribusiness with a minor in Entrepreneurship.

As life goes, I met my husband in university. We got married and settled down near his home in small town Saskatchewan. I focused on my career in the agriculture industry and he focused his efforts on the farm he grew up on.

A few years ago, my world was turned upside down. Life prior to that seemed perfect. I had a great career in the agriculture industry, we had moved to the family farm, renovated the house into our dream home, and we had completed our family with our third child, a beautiful baby girl. At 5.5 months old, my daughter experienced her first of many, many seizures. It was the start of what will be a lifelong journey with a severe from of epilepsy called Dravet Syndrome.

I gave up my corporate career to care for my daughter. Life isolated on the farm can feel lonely. Add in a special needs child, and that feeling goes ten fold. With our lives completely flipped upside down, and our hearts torn to shreds, I began my journey to find happiness and healing. I found that answer right here on the farm.

It may have taken a few years, but I’ve learned to embrace the quiet lifestyle that is the farm. A big part of that has been bringing home our Babydoll flock. The ability to calm and surrender your need for control can be found as you watch the sheep slowly graze. And the birth of lambs every spring makes me believe that miracles really do exist. The farm is a special place that reminds me that although life can be painful and messy, it is also incredibly beautiful and there will always be good that can be found.

June was Dravet Syndrome Awareness month...and I missed posting for it. But here's the thing, I never want what I share to feel forced. I want to share authentically and as the inspiration comes to me. It's been a few years since I started using t
June was Dravet Syndrome Awareness month...and I missed posting for it. But here's the thing, I never want what I share to feel forced. I want to share authentically and as the inspiration comes to me. It's been a few years since I started using this platform publicly and sharing more openly. I've tried a few different things as I go. Some have felt right, and some haven't. It's a funny thing to find your way on social media. You are figuring it out as you go in front of all to see. As for Dravet Syndrome, I prefer to share bits and pieces all year long. It has a huge impact on our life every day. We are fighting every day. And she is worth every little bit of that fight. Photo credit: @aliciamphoto
The way I find the mommas cuddling with their babies is the absolute cutest. My heart melts every time!
The way I find the mommas cuddling with their babies is the absolute cutest. My heart melts every time!
I cannot believe how lopsided the genders of my lambs have been! I am now at 9 ram lambs and 1 ewe lamb. Most breeders say it will usually equal out around that 50/50 mark by the end of lambing. I still have 4 ewes to lamb so we shall see. Regar
I cannot believe how lopsided the genders of my lambs have been! I am now at 9 ram lambs and 1 ewe lamb. Most breeders say it will usually equal out around that 50/50 mark by the end of lambing. I still have 4 ewes to lamb so we shall see. Regardless, these are still beautiful little lambs! Why should I name these twin boys? Bonus points if they are J names!
We deserve to know where our food comes from! We are 1 of 68 broiler chicken farms in Saskatchewan. We work hard to provide some of the best quality chicken for our communities that is as fresh as possible as well as affordable. I’m offering
We deserve to know where our food comes from! We are 1 of 68 broiler chicken farms in Saskatchewan. We work hard to provide some of the best quality chicken for our communities that is as fresh as possible as well as affordable. I’m offering a virtual field trip for Saskatchewan teachers and their classrooms this Thursday, July 17, at 10:45am via zoom. There is still a chance to get in! Just DM me your email and I will send you the link. Can’t wait to chat with you then!
When I was young, I feared growing older. I now realize that growing old is a privilege denied to many. How lucky am I to celebrate another birthday. Cheers to 36! I received the best gift - a surprise visit from my parents who rarely get the cha
When I was young, I feared growing older. I now realize that growing old is a privilege denied to many. How lucky am I to celebrate another birthday. Cheers to 36! I received the best gift - a surprise visit from my parents who rarely get the chance to leave their own farm (which is 4 hours away). Never underestimate the the value of giving your time to someone. It means so much in today’s fast paced world. Photo credit: @aliciamphoto
My spring born lambs are getting so big! My original 5 ewes were bred for spring lambs. I had the opportunity to purchase 10 more Babydolls right around Christmas and I jumped at the chance! So my next breeding group is due middle to end of June. C
My spring born lambs are getting so big! My original 5 ewes were bred for spring lambs. I had the opportunity to purchase 10 more Babydolls right around Christmas and I jumped at the chance! So my next breeding group is due middle to end of June. Cannot wait for more lambs. It is so exhilarating to welcome new life onto the farm. It makes the night checks all worth while.
Hi! Welcome to Prairie Pretty. A space where I share the beauty of the family farm. Very few have the privilege to grow up on the family farm, to be deeply connected with how our food is grown, to experience the joy of new life every spring, and I
Hi! Welcome to Prairie Pretty. A space where I share the beauty of the family farm. Very few have the privilege to grow up on the family farm, to be deeply connected with how our food is grown, to experience the joy of new life every spring, and I hope to share it with you all. My story - I was a full time working career mom in the agriculture industry until my third child was born. She has a severe drug resistant form of epilepsy and I quit my job to care for her full time. When my life was flipped upside down, I searched for the silver linings. And I realized I could take this opportunity to share what we do here on our farm. I love giving virtual farm tours of our broiler chicken barns. We are 1 of 68 broiler barns in Saskatchewan. I also recently took on a small flock of Olde English Southdown Babydoll Sheep. I raise and sell lambs every spring. This rare special breed of teddy bear sheep bring absolute joy to me and everyone they meet. I’m happy to have your here! I appreciate all the connections I’ve made on social media. Every so often when there is an influx of new followers, I get a little nervous! I feel like it’s a bit like walking into a room full of new people and trying make friends. Anyways, I’m an open book. Always reach out to ask any questions you may have about our farm. Is there something you would specifically like to learn more about when it comes to our farm life? Photo credit: @aliciamphoto
Mother’s Day has not always been an easy day for me. In fact, it’s not an easy day for many, for many different reasons. I mostly blame social media for this. I would see other women being showered with gifts and attention and my expect
Mother’s Day has not always been an easy day for me. In fact, it’s not an easy day for many, for many different reasons. I mostly blame social media for this. I would see other women being showered with gifts and attention and my expectations for the day would be set unrealistically high. After all, isn’t that what we dream of as mother’s to be shown appreciation and gratitude for what we do? We give up so much to take on the role of motherhood. But here is what I didn’t realize as a young mom. My husband and family show their love and appreciation for me in little ways all year long. I was giving so much power over ONE day and it made me upset and miserable. As a farmer, farm partner, farmwife, seeding is priority in the month of May. I’ve let go of expecting/wanting some sort of special treatment. That’s not us. That’s not our family. And I’m not going to let social media change that. I am taking my power back over this day. I’m not going to sit back and wait for everyone else to make it special FOR me. My husband will hopefully be in the field all day, so I think the kids and I will get dressed up for fun and go out for supper. If I’m not cooking, I’m happy! If you are a mother, please know that you are appreciated even if it isn’t shown in “social media” type fashion. And if you have lost a mother, or perhaps lost a child, or struggle to become a mother, I see you too. This day is not an easy one for so many. Create a special day for YOU on your terms. And I also find staying off social media for the day can help so much because it’s not reminding us of what we may not have. The comparison game can be an ugly one.
Meet Salt and Pepper! These twin boys were my first born this spring. They are growing so darn fast. They will be staying rams and will be going together to their new home this summer! When a customer asks for rams, the lambs need to be carefully
Meet Salt and Pepper! These twin boys were my first born this spring. They are growing so darn fast. They will be staying rams and will be going together to their new home this summer! When a customer asks for rams, the lambs need to be carefully selected for great conformation and genetics to pass down to their lambs. I am pretty impressed what these two have to offer. They are off one of my best ewes.
My husband and I jumped on the Yellowstone bandwagon earlier this spring. There was one particular scene that really stuck with me. Kayce Dutton was standing in a field where he took a phone call from his wife. After the call ended, his partner he
My husband and I jumped on the Yellowstone bandwagon earlier this spring. There was one particular scene that really stuck with me. Kayce Dutton was standing in a field where he took a phone call from his wife. After the call ended, his partner he was driving with asked him if everything was ok. Kayce replied with a simple “nope” and they went on about their day. It wasn’t some game changing scene or anything. But the reason it stuck with my is because it sent the message home that sometimes it’s ok to not be ok. Now, while we are on the Yellowstone topic. Why did I not hear a word about Kayce?! All I heard was Rip this or Rip that, and I just need to know....are ya’lol blind?! How did no one notice Kayce? Lol....which team are you on? Team Rip or Team Kayce? Sweater @mini.citizen code: TIFFANY15
June was Dravet Syndrome Awareness month...and I missed posting for it. But here's the thing, I never want what I share to feel forced. I want to share authentically and as the inspiration comes to me. It's been a few years since I started using t The way I find the mommas cuddling with their babies is the absolute cutest. My heart melts every time! I cannot believe how lopsided the genders of my lambs have been! I am now at 9 ram lambs and 1 ewe lamb. Most breeders say it will usually equal out around that 50/50 mark by the end of lambing. I still have 4 ewes to lamb so we shall see. Regar We deserve to know where our food comes from! We are 1 of 68 broiler chicken farms in Saskatchewan. We work hard to provide some of the best quality chicken for our communities that is as fresh as possible as well as affordable. I’m offering When I was young, I feared growing older. I now realize that growing old is a privilege denied to many. How lucky am I to celebrate another birthday. Cheers to 36! I received the best gift - a surprise visit from my parents who rarely get the cha My spring born lambs are getting so big! My original 5 ewes were bred for spring lambs. I had the opportunity to purchase 10 more Babydolls right around Christmas and I jumped at the chance! So my next breeding group is due middle to end of June. C Hi! Welcome to Prairie Pretty. A space where I share the beauty of the family farm. Very few have the privilege to grow up on the family farm, to be deeply connected with how our food is grown, to experience the joy of new life every spring, and I Mother’s Day has not always been an easy day for me. In fact, it’s not an easy day for many, for many different reasons. I mostly blame social media for this. I would see other women being showered with gifts and attention and my expect Meet Salt and Pepper! These twin boys were my first born this spring. They are growing so darn fast. They will be staying rams and will be going together to their new home this summer! When a customer asks for rams, the lambs need to be carefully My husband and I jumped on the Yellowstone bandwagon earlier this spring. There was one particular scene that really stuck with me. Kayce Dutton was standing in a field where he took a phone call from his wife. After the call ended, his partner he