This summer has been demanding for Ree Drummond and her family, particularly for her husband, Ladd Drummond. As the star of The Pioneer Woman blog revealed, Ladd has been facing a “busy, slightly rough summer” on their Oklahoma ranch. While concerns about Ladd’s health often circulate online, especially after his serious accident a few years ago, this update focuses on the realities of ranch life and the Drummond family’s resilience and joy amidst hard work.
Ree described the relentless nature of ranch work in a recent blog post, highlighting the “early mornings, the unrelenting grind, the exhaustion” that Ladd experiences. She admitted to even questioning if the demanding lifestyle was sustainable, recounting a moment of concern after seeing him return home “limp inside, covered in dust and blood.” This candid admission underscores the physical toll of their ranching life.
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Ree and Ladd Drummond. Ree Drummond/Instagram
Despite the challenges, Ree’s post was actually centered around a joyous occasion: the surprise engagement of their daughter, Paige Drummond, to David Andersen. This happy event provided a much-needed lift for the family. Ree noted how seeing Ladd “smiling and walking around and enjoying the celebration of his second child” made her feel more optimistic. The engagement serves as a reminder that even amidst the hardships of ranch life, the Drummond family finds strength and happiness in their shared moments.
Paige’s engagement marks another significant family event following the wedding of their eldest daughter, Alex, a few years prior. It’s worth recalling that leading up to Alex’s wedding, Ladd was recovering from a serious truck accident in which he collided with his nephew Caleb while responding to a fire. He suffered a broken neck and had to wear a neck brace at Alex’s wedding. This past health scare is likely still in the minds of many followers when they search for updates on Ladd’s well-being.
Currently, Ladd has extra support on the ranch from Paige, who has returned to work full-time. Ree mentioned in a June interview that it’s “really great to have her home.” Paige is living in Ree’s in-laws’ former house in town and is fully involved in the ranch work. Ree described Paige as “getting banged up, scratched, bruised, and clobbered” on the job, emphasizing her strong work ethic and resilience. She proudly stated that Paige is holding her own as “one of the cowboys,” or “cowgirls” as Ree corrected herself, highlighting Paige’s integration into the demanding ranch crew.
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Ree and Ladd Drummond. Ree Drummond/Instagram
While online searches about Ladd Drummond’s health might sometimes reflect past concerns, the recent updates from Ree paint a picture of a hardworking rancher facing the usual seasonal demands of his profession. There is no indication of cancer or any critical health decline. Instead, the focus is on the Drummond family’s life on the ranch, punctuated by both the challenges of their work and the joys of family milestones like Paige’s recent engagement. The family’s ability to celebrate together amidst the hard work is a testament to their strong bonds and enduring spirit.
References:
- Ree Drummond Opens Up About Husband Ladd’s ‘Rough Summer’ on Their Ranch
- Ree Drummond Reveals Daughter Paige Isn’t Living at Home as She Works on the Ranch: She’s ‘One of the Cowboys’
- Ree Drummond Jokes That It Was Like ‘Cops and Robbers’ to Pull Off Daughter Paige’s Surprise Engagement
- Ree Drummond Introduces Daughter Paige’s New Boyfriend: ‘We Love Him So Much’
- Alex Drummond Marries Mauricio Scott in Ranch Wedding Celebrated by Mom Ree: ‘Worth the Wait’
- Pioneer Woman Ree Drummond’s Nephew Injured in Truck Collision with Her Husband Ladd While Fighting Fire
- Ree Drummond Says Husband Ladd Broke Neck During Crash But Will Wear Brace to Daughter Alex’s Wedding
- Ree Drummond Remembers Late Father-in-Law Chuck on His Birthday: ‘Miss You, Pa-Pa’
- Ree Drummond Shares Photos of Northern Lights with Family: ‘Worth Staying Up Late’
