Ahhh, the prairie. Home sweet home. I'm Jack—yes that's right, I'm the Cowboy Jack—and I've been living on my family's ranch in the middle of the prairie since I was a wee lad. I remember the day I rescued my mamma from the charging bull like it was just yesterday. It has become my most bittersweet memory; a defining moment in my life, the event that shapes me to this day. I'm the proud father of nine children and hands down the number one joggler in Texas—I can tie over 500 knots with my hands behind my back; it's a pretty useful skill, I tell ya!
Anyways, let me tell you about my day out here at the prairie. I woke up early, around 6 am, and began my usual chores. I mended some fences, saw to the surroundings, and checked on Simon's chickens—he always likes to mix it up with those fancy breeds, so it's my job to make sure they're all happy and healthy. Around noon, I decided to take a little break and take my horse, Rust, for a quick ride around the yard. Just as I was letting the fresh prairie air refresh my spirit, something peculiar happened. Out of the corner of my eye, I noticed a flock of wild turkeys palying tag. I thought I must be losing my marbles, but then the miracle happened—the turkeys spotted me and never looked back! After a few moments of utter shock, my joy quickly consumed my senses and I followed those wild turkeys across the prairie in what would become the wildest adventure of my life.
They took me deep into the heart of the prairie, where a family of life-size cows, with horns that sparkled in the sunlight, awaited us. I was suddenly struck with what felt like an inter-species connection, and the next thing I knew I heard their muffles lowing in unison, each one with their unique timbre. Before I knew it, I had pulled the reins and my horse had stopped. I had never felt something so powerful before in my life; I was practically in tear. I later found out that the cows were speaking in a telepathic language that only I could understand. It felt pretty special; although I never managed to prove it, I'm still convinced that I was able to communicate with them.
With a new found vigor, I returned to my ranch, feeling overwhelmed but invigorated at the same time. Life on the prairie keeps getting more and more exciting every day.
Can you believe it? That's just one of the days in the life of Cowboy Jack—cank a knot, save a mother, and communicate with cows. Who said life on the prairie had to be boring!
Giddy up, y'all!
-Jack