Earlier this month we got a phone call from my father-in-law that wheat harvest had arrived. It came earlier this year than normal in the Texas panhandle due to the extreme dryness and hot weather they’ve had so much of this spring. The ground is gaping for the rains. It’s too bad we can’t share some of the Missouri River overflow with them.
We spent about a day getting the combine ready and the following day I cut a little over a truck load. I guess it’s kind of like riding a bike, you never forget how once you’ve done it. The remainder of the time was spent driving loaded wheat to town. One thing I do tend to forget is how loud some things are on the farm. I did manage to record a number of cool sound effects to add to the agricultural collection. I’m always reminded of so many aspects of farm life that affect who I am today, glad I can help out at times, and grateful also for the opportunity to work everyday where I am.