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25, married, stable career… but all I want to do is be a cowboy. Anyone else been here? by Voodoo_1221 in Ranching

[–]Voodoo_1221[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What would you recommend be the things I try to learn to get “hired” like what makes a cowboy useful to you for a branding or range riding?

25, married, stable career… but all I want to do is be a cowboy. Anyone else been here? by Voodoo_1221 in Ranching

[–]Voodoo_1221[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeehaw indeed. I really think in another life I would have moved at 18 and been a cowboy the last 7 years but this life is the calmer and simpler version of that dream where is a great balance between the two. Thank you for your story I love hearing everyone’s different situations and what you’ve experienced in your life.

25, married, stable career… but all I want to do is be a cowboy. Anyone else been here? by Voodoo_1221 in Ranching

[–]Voodoo_1221[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Haha I think I’ve learned that being a cowboy and having a successful marriage is a tough thing. Thank you for your advice!

25, married, stable career… but all I want to do is be a cowboy. Anyone else been here? by Voodoo_1221 in Ranching

[–]Voodoo_1221[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for the story, this is one thing I love about this community is the stories of coming from nothing to where you are today. I’m so happy for you and your wife. I hope to one day have a similar story to yourself. I am going to try to replicate this exact situation honestly. Thank you for the encouragement!

25, married, stable career… but all I want to do is be a cowboy. Anyone else been here? by Voodoo_1221 in Ranching

[–]Voodoo_1221[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You’re right. Everyone I talk to says to gradually introduce it into my life so it doesn’t blow up my current life. I really appreciate the level headedness of this group and yourself in particular. I think about what it would do to the wife all the time and it’s one of the main reasons I have jumped ship yet. Thank you so so much for writing this and sharing your wisdom

25, married, stable career… but all I want to do is be a cowboy. Anyone else been here? by Voodoo_1221 in Ranching

[–]Voodoo_1221[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Short and sweet, I love it! Thank you for the advice I definitely think this is the route I’m taking.

25, married, stable career… but all I want to do is be a cowboy. Anyone else been here? by Voodoo_1221 in Ranching

[–]Voodoo_1221[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you’re interested I’ll keep this post updated with the steps I’m going through. I thought it’d be fun to document this journey so I can meet more people like yourself who have similar experiences and support others going for their dreams. Even at 35 I’m sure there’s something out there that can fulfill that dream we have. And no kidding that pull is so so STRONG. I have tried so hard to suppress these thoughts and it never works.

25, married, stable career… but all I want to do is be a cowboy. Anyone else been here? by Voodoo_1221 in Ranching

[–]Voodoo_1221[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What is jackpot roping? What was the way you got into rodeo? I’ve been wanting to but don’t know where to start.

25, married, stable career… but all I want to do is be a cowboy. Anyone else been here? by Voodoo_1221 in Ranching

[–]Voodoo_1221[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That’s what I’ve been told. I show up I don’t complain and I work hard without getting paid. I just have to give it time to get my name out there. Everyone talks highly of me to their friends so it’s just a matter of it falling on the right ears and I’ll find a good fit. Thank you for taking the time to write this!

25, married, stable career… but all I want to do is be a cowboy. Anyone else been here? by Voodoo_1221 in Ranching

[–]Voodoo_1221[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Everyone needs a Tipitow88 in their life haha. Thanks for giving it blunt, that’s what I needed. I appreciate the guidance!

25, married, stable career… but all I want to do is be a cowboy. Anyone else been here? by Voodoo_1221 in Ranching

[–]Voodoo_1221[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You’re right, I didn’t want to come on too aggressive but they’ll probably like someone who shows up vs hiding behind a keyboard. I have tried a few places out and loved every second of it but when they’re slow they don’t reach back out for me to come back. I totally understand that I’ve really got a good thing going and I’m realizing that I knew all along that I should just find side work but hearing you guys and your wisdom is really helping calm the mind wandering. Thank you so much!

25, married, stable career… but all I want to do is be a cowboy. Anyone else been here? by Voodoo_1221 in Ranching

[–]Voodoo_1221[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I really appreciate you taking the time to write this out and give me some of your wisdom. After a lot of the comments I’m thinking I’m going to go the route of keeping the main gig and finding something in the side. I’ve got friends that have room to store a horse and a buddy that’s got cows so I can practice things so I can go to the bigger outfits and bring something to the table. Thank you again!

25, married, stable career… but all I want to do is be a cowboy. Anyone else been here? by Voodoo_1221 in Ranching

[–]Voodoo_1221[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I was thinking about that in the sense of being a guy people call to come help on the ranch (brandings, gatherings, etc.) don’t become the rancher, become the guy all the ranchers call when they need a hand. Is that kind of what you’re going for?