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Author Tracy Lyn Cutler
Thank you for your interest in our book and the Eight-Cow Community.
My co-authors and I look forward to hearing from you as we work together for greater character in our homes, schools, neighborhoods, and our global community.
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What people are saying about
“An Eight-Cow Woman Deserves an Eight-Cow Man.”“Powerful!”
“Brilliant!”
“By far the best character or relationship book that I have read in a long, long time.”
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Our Eight-Cow Story
Many of us grew up with the story of Johnny Lingo and his eight-cow bride, Sarita. The story was originally written by Patricia McGerr and published in Woman’s Day in 1964.
We liked the story so much that we started asking the question, "What are our eight cows?" What are we bringing to the bargaining table for a fulfilling relationship? Dr. Erickson has extensive experience in clinical trials and surveys, so we thought, "Why not?" Let's survey as many people as possible. First we retold the original story of Johnny Lingo to both men and women and then asked, "What eight cows (or character traits) would you want to have for yourself and from your partner in a relationship?"
We were amazed at how consistent the surveys were. The only anomolies we found were in the "Wow Cow" and the various forms of the "Considerate Cow." But for the most part, when really pressed, men and women wanted pretty much the same things from a relationship. Sometimes it involved approaching the same cow from different directions but the desires were pretty close. Since our first printing in December of 2009 we have yet to have anyone come forward to say we left out a cow. We are open to that conversation just the same.
One cow that reared its ugly head during our survey was the Mad Cow (Addictions). This is a cow to be avoided at all cost. It can destroy your other cows.
The most gratifying feedback that we have received from many readers and professionals is that The Cow Book has created a new and "safe" vernacular or language in which to discuss relationships and interpersonal behavior. It is a lot easier to talk about cows than exchanging a barrage of criticism. The Cow Book, as many call our book for short, has proven to be an effective book for self-improvement and relationship building primarily because it focuses on the foundational principles of individual character and personal responsibility over emotional bandaids and quick fixes. As authors, we accept the message of this book and apply it ourselves. We are all on the same wonderful journey.
—Tracy Lyn Cutler
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