The Drummond Ranch is experiencing a delightful family expansion, not in size, but in personnel. Ree Drummond, celebrated as The Pioneer Woman, has joyously announced the arrival of a new, full-time ranch hand: her daughter, Paige. According to Ree, Paige has quickly ascended to the coveted position of husband Ladd’s “favorite cowboy,” a testament to her dedication and burgeoning ranch skills.
Ree Drummond, known for her engaging website and culinary expertise, shared the heartwarming news of Paige’s homecoming on her platform. With evident pride, she declared, “Ladd has a favorite cowboy…and her name is Paige,” signaling a new chapter for both Paige and the Drummond Ranch.
Paige’s return to the ranch as a full-time employee marks a significant shift. While she grew up immersed in the ranch lifestyle, her new role entails a deeper dive into the intricacies of ranch operations. Ree elaborated on Paige’s growing responsibilities, stating, “She’s getting more and more experience in every aspect of ranching, from sorting cattle to weaning calves to fixing fence and water gaps to building salt boxes and a long list of other have-to chores.” The work is physically demanding, and Ree playfully acknowledged the challenges, noting, “She’s getting banged up, scratched, bruised, and clobbered… and time will tell if she’s in this for the long haul!” However, the underlying tone is one of immense pride and confidence in her daughter’s resilience.
The family dynamic has also been positively impacted by Paige’s return. Ree warmly expressed her and Ladd’s delight, “Ladd is loving having her home. (Psst. I am, too!)” This sentiment underscores the joy of having their daughter back and contributing to the family business.
This transition wasn’t entirely unexpected. Ree had previously offered glimpses into Paige’s ranch involvement through social media. An Instagram clip from The Pioneer Woman show featured Paige embarking on her early morning ranch duties. In the video, Ree detailed Paige’s routine: “Paige starts pretty early around daylight. She arrives at the ranch from town, fills up her feeder, and then heads out into the pasture to feed the cattle.”
Paige herself articulated her appreciation for this demanding yet rewarding work in the clip. “Feeding is one of my favorite things to do because you’re really just getting up and getting in your truck and driving around and the sunrises are really pretty… It’s just fun, and it’s honestly kind of peaceful,” she shared, revealing a genuine connection to the land and the ranching lifestyle.
Paige is not the only Drummond child contributing to the ranch’s operations. Ree mentioned that other children, including Todd, are also actively involved, particularly during the summer months. “Todd was the first of the kids to come home for the summer,” Ree wrote, highlighting the family-wide commitment to the ranch, “and he immediately dug out his jeans and boots and started helping Ladd on the ranch.” This collective effort reinforces the Drummond Ranch as not just a business, but a family endeavor deeply rooted in shared values and hard work, with Pioneer Woman Daughter Paige Drummond now playing a central role.
