Musings from a Kansas wheat field, as harvest comes in and our national sense of decency fades out

By: Ben Palen

Outlets: Kansas Reflector

Published: June 26, 2026

Words: 604

Last Updated: 3 weeks, 6 days ago

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The canvas of Kansas is painted with fields of golden wheat, sometimes as far as the eyes can see.

Children who have chosen paths in life that have taken them away from their rural upbringings return to help with the harvest. While the pace is hectic, there is a peacefulness that prevails as we realize the fruits of our labors. From that peacefulness, perspectives often emerge, whether about one’s own life or the bigger picture …

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