The farmers have been in high gear for weeks and today was no exception. Combines plying the fields in clouds of dust. I can taste the dust in the air and feel it's grit collect in the sweat on the back of my neck. Its part of fall in the prairies and probably contributes to the fabulous sunrises/sunsets at this time of year. I've noticed several operations have grain piled in the yards rather than in the bins. Crops must be good this year.
I was feeling strong and decided to extend my loop to the east side of Tofield. (Turns out this extra energy was from a brisk tail wind, which I paid for on my return trip.) At first I thought this sign was a joke but then it occurred to me that this was perfect solution to Alberta's environmental image woes - Oil Sands Creek Golf Course, Tailings Pond View Golf & Country Club... Not only does this create jobs, generate revenue and provide recreation opportunities, laying turf greatly simplifies reclamation. As a bonus the CO2 emission will soon allow golfing year round.
This roadside monument commemorates the church of Bardo, which was struck by lightening not once but twice before the residents relocated the building to Tofield. Wise decision.
It's so funny--whenever I look at your photos I think, oh, he must live in Lethbridge. But then I remember, no it's Edmonton. It's been so long that I forget how flat it is and only think of the good stuff, like the Rockies. Now I can see why growing up I thought Sask. was awesome--I was used to the plains!
ReplyDeleteI've lived a lot of places, including the Rockies, and I'll be the first to admit that the prairies lack a similar grandeur. However, there's something about being able to see the horizon that soothes my soul like no other place can.
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