A close-up of a weathered 19th-century leather ledger resting on a rustic wooden table, warm golden-hour light filtering through a window, rich tobacco and cream tones.
A close-up of a weathered 19th-century leather ledger resting on a rustic wooden table, warm golden-hour light filtering through a window, rich tobacco and cream tones.
Our Land Holdings

FAMILY HISTORY

The People Behind the Legacy

A family history is more than a list of names and dates. It is the record of the relationships, resilience, and responsibilities that shaped what was passed to us—and what we are committed to steward for the generations ahead.

Wide panoramic view of a historic Texas ranch gate at golden hour, native grasses in the foreground, soft warm light, medium format film style.
Wide panoramic view of a historic Texas ranch gate at golden hour, native grasses in the foreground, soft warm light, medium format film style.
An archival hand-drawn Texas land deed from the early 20th century, showing faded ink and delicate paper texture, shot from a flat-lay angle under soft natural light.
An archival hand-drawn Texas land deed from the early 20th century, showing faded ink and delicate paper texture, shot from a flat-lay angle under soft natural light.

THE FAMILY STORY

A Legacy of Resilience and Stewardship

E. R. Taylor & Ann George

Building a Life Together

At the center of this story are E. R. Taylor and Ann George. In the aftermath of the Civil War, they built a life together and established a 600-acre farm outside Houston, where they raised six children.

The Taylor-Stevenson Ranch

The Ranch and the Energy Legacy

One of their children was Nettie Williams, Daisi’s great-grandmother. Oil was discovered on the family property in 1921, connecting the family’s agricultural history to Texas’ emerging energy economy. A portion of the original farm remains the Taylor-Stevenson Ranch, carried forward by descendants and continuing agricultural traditions.

Our Land Holdings

Carrying the Story Forward

The story continues through the way we care for the land and mineral interests entrusted to us. Learn more about the holdings and stewardship principles that carry this legacy forward.