How Cowboys Lived in the Wild West

Like Prince Charming… but Smelly

In our modern minds, cowboys and pioneers were brave, courageous men- which they certainly were. But what made them such attractive, heart-melting fellas all the girls swooned for were their expert horseback riding skills, like Prince Charming. Unfortunately, their bad odor and hygiene deficiency didn’t go unnoticed.

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Although I would love for a cowboy to come sweep me off my feet, I prefer to enjoy the view from a distance. If they weren’t bathing and traveling on horses all day, you can only imagine how smelly they must have been. But if you’re a freshly showered cowboy, I’m waiting for you…

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