Lawn Mowing Wars

The thick numerous shoots of grass have come out, no more snow shovels til late autumn comes about. I hear the robins chirp as they tend their nests, wait....the sound of a cranky lawn mower chugging to life from its winter's rest! Quickly, dear, go out and mow before everyone else does! our yard needs to look perfect, 'cuz- the neighborhood spring lawn mowing wars have just begun, it's quite serious, not so much fun. Yard envy is so common in our subdivision, The HOA "Yard Of The Month" prize brings derision. If the young couple who just moved in across the street think their landscaping is the best, my roses and begonias will put them to the test. Hubby can't start the riding mower, he's cursing its parentage midst dandelions and clover. The other men in the cul-de-sac are already halfway done, as their wives bring out iced tea for them under the strong sun. Well, well, tomorrow is the neighborhood block party, I've already made an array of warm weather dishes so hearty, My potato salad and baked beans will surely be the envy of the other cooks, it is in the good 'ol American spirit- to compete and be a smug schnook! ~