a poem in my pocket

as intense eyes

scan darkening skies,

playful wind flaps shirt sleeves.

as strong shoulders

stack square hay bales,

rising dust covers tanned skin.

as nimble feet

climb grain bin ladder,

straw chaff infiltrates flaxen hair.

as skillful hands

manipulate diverse tools,

old grease wedges under fingernails.

as experienced ears

attune engines musical noise,

stale soybeans nest in jean pockets.

as determined teeth

test corn kernel moisture,

rich manure clings to chore boots.

as gentle arms

carry bawling calf or kitten,

pelting rain drips off seed cap bill.

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This is a “list poem”, 

inspired by and dedicated to my farmer.

Linked to d’Verse Poets