Spring means the active farming season is upon us. Our tractors travel to many different fields and this means we use roads. Yesterday both of our sons were almost involved in accidents due to impatient drivers passing them in blind spots on the road. Thankfully they both had their wits about them. They managed to avert the accidents by slamming on the brakes which is not easy to do in a tractor. And their biggest concerns were for the innocent drivers who were almost hit head-on through no fault of their own.
Yes, our tractors are big and bulky and yes, they will slow you down. But only for a short time as we are not going very far. And as hard as it may be to believe, we are in just as much of a hurry as everyone else.
Unfortunately the incidents and scares caused by aggressive drivers have become a daily occurrence as we travel to our fields. Farmers sacrifice much to feed the world. A little respect, understanding and patience would go a long way. At the end of the day we all want our loved ones to arrive home safely.
Yes, our tractors are big and bulky and yes, they will slow you down. But only for a short time as we are not going very far. And as hard as it may be to believe, we are in just as much of a hurry as everyone else.
Unfortunately the incidents and scares caused by aggressive drivers have become a daily occurrence as we travel to our fields. Farmers sacrifice much to feed the world. A little respect, understanding and patience would go a long way. At the end of the day we all want our loved ones to arrive home safely.
