Ever since I can remember the business of farming and ranching has been a "Next Year" adventure and I suspect that trend will continue. How else are the bankers and the retailers and the blue state voters going to keep good honest hard working folks on the land raising food and fiber at bargain basement prices? Thank God what we do every day is a great way of life regardless of the risks we encounter. Who else would dive into debt deeper than a Hollywood swimming pool and compete with the weather man for a chance to make a payment at the bank and at the same time say they love what they do? We do and we're darn good at it. We work hard to secure a future for our families and protect our integrity while wishing and waiting for that one year (or so) out of seven that after the fact and looking back was actually rewarding. When summers are dry, winters are severe, inputs are high, and it seems like a bust, who but farmers and ranchers do their very best to stay positioned for "Next Year"? My wish for all in our business is that 2013 will be that year!
Wednesday, December 26, 2012
Sunday, December 9, 2012
FROM MY HOUSE TO YOURS
Another fall sale season is nearing the close...prices have been good and business brisk! College football will soon have ran it's course. Bred stock is establishing value and changing hands. We've all had a taste of winter and I'm sure there'll be more. So, why not get on with enjoying the holidays with family and friends?
I for one am looking forward to a break in the action. It's been a fast and furious fall run for me and my outfit. Now it's time for this old fat Santa to switch gears and get ready for a house full of grandkids, questions, and noise! Oh what a change that'll be. Out of six grand kids, three were all born on the same day (twins and a single) and will be coming four year olds in the spring. Sound a little like a sheep herder don't I? The 'Texas Twins' will be here for three weeks. Don't know how they could get any more spoiled but I'm bettin' on me.
Among all the holiday hustle and bustle let me remind you to give thanks for the blessings in life and our great industry. I hope you be especially thankful for the best gift of all...the gift of Jesus Christ our saviour. HAPPY HOLIDAYS!