Round Up: A Tradition Unlike Any Other.
Thanks for the inspiration, Jim Nantz. Because truly, that is the only way to describe this once-a-year reunion. Mr. Malone's family owns a cattle ranch. Yes, a cattle ranch. And every spring, family and friends come together to... well, ranch stuff.
My first Round Up was in 2009, making this my third year in attendance. To be completely honest, it is one of the weirdest things I have ever experienced. Never in my wildest dreams did I think I would run around in the mud or dust, tackling cows and throwing a lasso. But alas, the Malone family has brought out the cowgirl in me - I can even say I have branded a cow. (Or three.)
However, I decided to sit back this year and document it all on the D5100. While it was nice to avoid a hoof to the stomach, it was even greater to capture these memories on film. As Mr. Malone's cousin Allison so perfectly put it, here is (just a brief) glimpse into Malone family history.
YEEEEEHAWWW!!! that looks amazing and fun and very burly. so impressed.
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