Islanders
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They plant their seeds in the iron rich red soil,
drop bait in emerald blue water;
these faithful stewards live to fish and farm.
Nature takes no day off, nor can they
to harvest an answer to their prayer,
their offering, farm to table
that can feed their neighbor.
To survive, they must adopt modern farming
Make large investments in technology
technique, or cash out, when return on crop
or animal cannot keep up with industry;
only seeds of their forefarmers still try.
Whether you are an islander or come from away,
you are always welcome — stop by, no questions asked,
just share what you will. These islanders maintain that
well done is better than well said, their charm seen
like white steeples around every bend.
Check out more from MockingOwl Roost here:
- Homelands – Poetry
- This Land Which Built Me – Poetry
- Moments Reserved for Those Who Dare – Poetry
- On an Earth Day Like Today – Poetry
- Forgotten Pebbles – Poetry
Michael J LaFrancis
Michael J. LaFrancis has been a trusted advisor and advocate for individuals, groups and organizations interested in aligning purpose and capabilities in service of their highest ideals. Writing poetry is a contemplative practice providing insight and inspiration for living a life imagined. LaFrancis’ hobbies include landscape gardening, nature walks, collecting fine art, writing and cooking. He and his partner Sharon are co-authors of their autobiography: Our Wonderful Life. They have two sons and have recently been promoted to being grandparents.
