Re: I'm a little disappointed

Posted by Indydirtfarmer on September 15, 2004 at 18:16:49 from (204.255.238.180):

In Reply to: Re: I'm a little disappointed posted by thurlow on September 15, 2004 at 16:18:12:

I went to work "off farm" before I started farming. I took over my fathers operation about 7 years before his passing, because he was in failing health. At that point, I was reminded just how much I loved farming.
Now, I have sole ownership of the farm. I COULD sell out and be a millionaire. But what I have now is worth far more than all the money in the world can offer. I have peace of mind in knowing I can get up every day and do what I love.
I keep my "day job" for a couple reasons. One is the insurance. I haven't paid a doctor bill for any family member in 16 years. (Wife, 2 kids, and myself) I also make quite a handsome income.
BUT...I can't hardly wait untill my 20 years are up, so I can walk away from my "job".
If Allen, or anyone else wants to be a "farmer" of any level, and that person knows the risk they're taking, I say give it your best shot. You only get one chance at life. Don't go down without giving it you all.
My father ran a successful construction business, in addition to farming 788 acres. That included milking (At it's peak) 175 head of holstien cows. He did what he wanted for the most part. He worked untill his health wouldn't allow him to continue. He outlived ALL his 11 siblings by at least 10 years. I credit his long life to hard work, and a happy family life. That happy life was due in great part to being a "farm family".
Allen, go for it. If you need any help, let me know. I don't know what I can offer, but just ask. You have the greatest atribute that a farmer can have. You love farming. So do the rest of us, or we wouldn't be on this site. Good luck. John

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