“Laura got my name from a friend. She didn’t know me at all & said that she would like to write a blog post about me. I said sure. We talked for about 30 minutes on the phone. When my family & I read what she’d wrote about me they couldn’t believe she hadn’t known me my whole life. This girl has a God-given talent to write. I can’t believe some magazine or journal hasn’t snagged her up to write for them. She’s hands down one of the best!”
Lana Stromberger, Ranch Rodeo Competitor, Feedlot Operator, Rancher
“Laura is the kindest and most caring person. She takes the time to get to know you and cares about making sure her stories and articles are 100% true. She does an awesome job explaining her stories in detail… she’s such an amazing writer! We were lucky to have her write 2 articles about us. She went above and beyond. We so appreciate her.“
Chelsea Novosad, Rodeo University
“Laura makes you feel like you’re part of the story, whether that’s in the loud arena stands, on the farm, or immersed in a quiet conversation. She introduces us to people and tells their stories in a way that feels like meeting them in person. Her writing is beautiful and just as approachable as your best friend. Ten/ten highly recommend!“
Misty Varnell, 4-H Agent, NC Cooperative Extension
“I met Laura in NC at a Becoming an Outdoor Woman workshop and she invited me into her heart. Her work reflects her beliefs and speak to a beautiful family background and upbringing. Her stories bring you into her world. A beautiful world. She demonstrates passion with the subject at hand, showing you who she is. Keep on writing!!”
Cinco en Todo, Blogger
“When I read Laura’s work I am drawn into the subject, even though most of the topics she writes about (rodeo work, cowboys, horses, etc) are not things I usually find interesting. This may sound like hyperbole, but reading her work reminds me of the sports stories by the late, great Frank Deford. he could draw me in no matter what he was writing about. I look forward to reading more of Laura’s work.“
Richard Ricklefs
“Laura’s writing gets to the heart of what it means to live as someone connected to the earth — and more importantly what it means to live as a human in this world. I appreciate the light she sheds on the topics she writes about.“
Sarah Kathryn Luke
“I first found out about The Lady and Land when I read a story she did on a very dear and near friend of mine. I was so taken at how well she not only captured how my dear friend was but also how amazingly she put it into words. I reached out to her about other friends with similar stories. One of them agreed to set up a call and not long after another amazing story came out. During this time Laura had messaged me a couple of times asking to do a story on myself. I politely declined several times thinking I had no interesting story. Laura, relatives, and the friends she had done stories for were persistent and I finally agreed. When I got the finished draft and read it for the first time it brought me to tears. She took all my husband and I’s work and dreams and brought them to life. She has a God-given talent to bring what people are passionate and talented at and put it into words. It’s like she was there for every step, sweaty day, failure, tears, and finally the success from it all. Laura is incredibly talented!”
Kelsey Kay, Champion Grass Fed Beef
“The Lady and The Land is a wonderful platform to learn about other people living the country lifestyles they love. There are so many talented people highlighted through this blog and Laura does an amazing job at bringing their passion to life through your screen. I am very honored to have been a part of The Lady and The Lady journey and love the article she wrote on me and my herd.”
Tenaya Wilson, Rough Diamond Ranch
*this website was originally known as “The Lady and the Land”
