The Last Summer of Opportunity

This past summer was the last summer I will ever have as a student. I took full advantage of my last summer as a student, but I also prioritized my future. This summer I decided to return to the family farm instead of taking an internship, like I have done the past two summers before. Back at the family farm allowed me to be hands-on and work on my own family’s acres. I took what I had learned in my previous internships and implemented it on the farm. This summer, my roles were to scout the fields weekly, help with shop projects, and work in the garden. In the summer we have a garden that is 2.5 acres, so it keeps us very busy but is very rewarding. I enjoyed my summer learning in the field while scouting our acres, but I also took time to enjoy hobbies that make me happy. Another opportunity I took this summer was to get my crop insurance license. I took a week-long class to prepare for the state exam and then passed the state exam. Taking that opportunity this summer will help set me up for success once I graduate in May as I plan to go back to the family farm and work for my dad’s crop insurance business. I would tell a student who is planning for their last summer to enjoy their last summer. Taking time for yourself but also embracing opportunities, like an interesting internship or working on the family farm will truly set me up for success during my senior year. Enjoy every moment, and don’t forget to take time for the things you enjoy, like gardening.