11-19-2018, 11:10 PM
I look at things a little different so take my words with a grain of salt. I work alone about 90% of the time on the ranch. Even when a bunch of us are riding for cattle, we spread out and may not see each other til much later in the day. I love to camp, fish and hunt alone. I also love taking my kids and wife with me. But I would miss out on countless memories and experiences if I didn't go out without company. I enjoy pitting my woodsmanship and cowboying ability against nature. And to be totally honest, if I cash in my chips alone, at least I died doing what I choose to do. I'd much rather have a bear eat me than to die in a rest home. I am not a fatalist and don't stand in front of buses or trains. But I love seeing how far I can push myself. I am always prepared and as ready as I can be for any adventure, whether alone or in a group. Our society has made many technological advances but for centuries, man has somehow made it without all the gadgets invented in the 100 years. I take a lot of pride in doing what a lot cannot. But I am just a hollowed headed rancher who used to ride bulls and race motorcycles, so I may not be the role model to follow. I say, enjoy life but don't fear it. Nowadays lots of folks miss out a bunch worrying about what might happen on the negative side.
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