Ep 7. Home Sweet Home: Ladd's Birthday

In season 27 episode 7 of The Pioneer Woman, titled "Home Sweet Home: Ladd's Birthday," Ree Drummond is celebrating her husband, Ladd's, birthday. Ree has planned a special day full of all of Ladd's favorite things, including a hearty breakfast of pancakes and sausage, followed by a trip to the stockyards to check on the cattle.

Throughout the episode, viewers get a glimpse at Ladd's hard work on the Drummond Ranch, as well as his love for his family and his community. From checking on the calves to meeting with local business owners, Ladd is a true pillar of the Pawhuska, Oklahoma community, and Ree makes sure to show her appreciation for him on his special day.

In addition to the morning activities, Ree also prepares a special birthday lunch for Ladd and their closest friends and family. This meal includes all of Ladd's favorite dishes, from his mom's fried chicken to Ree's signature mac and cheese. As the group enjoys their meal, they reflect on Ladd's impact on their lives and the community as a whole.

But the birthday celebrations don't end there. Ree surprises Ladd with a custom-made birthday cake, complete with all his favorite flavors, including chocolate and caramel. As they gather around the cake, Ladd blows out the candles and makes a wish, surrounded by the people and things he loves the most.

Throughout the episode, viewers also get a behind-the-scenes look at the Pioneer Woman's life on the ranch, including a tour of the newly-renovated bunkhouse and a visit to the lodge to check on the latest renovations. Ree and Ladd's love for their home and their community shines through in every aspect of the episode, making "Home Sweet Home: Ladd's Birthday" a heartwarming tribute to family, community, and the joy of simple moments spent together.