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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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A Reminder of the Hard Work and Dedication Behind Quality Beef Dec 12, 2023

Sale day is always a bittersweet day around here.


We raise and sell feeder calves and we pour our hearts and energy into raising them from birth.

Always hard to see them go, but it makes you proud to see really nice cattle leaving the place.

One of the hardest days to explain, such a blend ...

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Choosing Our Reactions Wisely in Unpredictable Times Dec 08, 2023
Some days the wind blows, it’s cold, rainy and cloudy.
 
Some days it’s calm, sunny and warm.

And sometimes those are all in the same day.
 
We don’t have control of the weather, nor do we have control of all things around us all the time.
 
And this can feel unsettling.

What we do have control ov...
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DIY Dishwasher Detergent Recipe Dec 08, 2023
CLEANING TIP

My newest discovery! Dishwasher detergent that is effective and cheap! 
 
Only $0.13/ load!
1 Cup Super washing Soda
1/2 Cup baking soda
1/4 Cup Citric Acid
 
Mix together and store in an airtight/ waterproof container. 
Use 2 TBSP of powder and add 3 drops of Lemon Essential oil...
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Embracing the Challenge of Getting Up and Going Dec 07, 2023
Some days you don’t feel like getting up and going.

 

Some days it feels hard.

 

Some days…. You name it.

 

Remember this…
  1. Get up!
  2. Get out!
  3. Get moving!
Choose to change your energy and ~

 

>>Do. It. Anyway<<

 

One small at step at a time.

 

Stop feeding your mind ...
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The Importance of Moments for Yourself Dec 06, 2023
Where do you find moments of peace?
 
How do you fill your cup?
 
What do you do, or not do, to feel the stillness and quiet needed to refocus?
 
Our world and every day are filled with so much *noise*!
 
Literally and figuratively.
 
Give yourself the gift of stillness, unplugged quie...
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