“That is really something,” Johnny said picking up Ben’s letter. “I’d like to read this right now, but we better get to the milking, Dad, if you want some help.
Turning to Pauline, he added, “I think we need to leave for Wichita as soon as we’re finished.. Bet Cy an Aggie will be at the stop early.” The men put on their chore coats and work boots and went back out.
Grandma said, “I’ll make some sandwiches to eat on the road. Johnny seems concerned about the weather moving in.”
Annie sliced some bread and Pauline slathered on mustard as Grandma sliced leftover roast. Then she opened a jar of pickles and beautiful wine-colored beets.
Johnny walked back into the house. “Dad said to eat without him. He’s going to feed the chickens and then watch the ewes for a while.”
“Annie and I will wa
