Hard Work and Sweat Turned We Boys Into Men
Hard Work And Sweat Turned We Boys Into Men
Every summer we picked berries on the hill,
sweating to gather enough for mom to make a pie.
Wading among the insects and the dreaded snakes
we worked because hunger was a daily deal.
As farm children we were taught to pitch in,
to do as told and help out as was needed.
Any chore was to be done quickly and done right
hard work and sweat turned we boys into men.
Hunting game animals was not just a sport,
it was a means to keep our family well fed.
Taught how to gather more for much less(ammo)
father the judge ruling over our hunting court.
Living on the thin edge was not a great pleasure.
Looking back, I see Dad and we were his treasure!
Robert J. Lindley, 04-13-2015
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