There is a herd to feed It is just another day Ignoring the task is not optional Negligence would be defeat The life of a rancher Cows are milked Twice a day The animals graze, but Are fed again at The second milking The life of a dairy farmer Crops are planted Different methods employed Must be tended Watered and fertilized Contention with nature The life of crop farmers Commonality: They show up Face up to the elements And the unknown Keep taking the steps Never stop They are my heroes Stanski June 7, 2020 ^