The Symmetry & Artistry of Farming

Showing a deep understanding of lines and shapes and angles.

Farmers are natural artists
and proven geometrists,
deeply understanding
lines and shapes and angles 
and the rich 
and beautiful power
of creating long symmetrical rows 
that stretch across their land.

They know how to plant
and water their crops
in concentric circles, too,
so their radiating sprinklers
can cover their fields
in highly efficient, sweeping loops, 
mimicking the second hand 
of a trusty watch.

They know how
to intricately plant seeds
in any orphaned corner
in the farthest reaches
of their farm,
no matter their size or shape,
then mindfully watch over them
until their growth is complete.

They understand 
the urgency of the seasons
and the reasons 
for getting their crops
in the ground at the right time,
maximizing the increasing warmth
and moisture of spring,
then appreciating the silence
of watching them grow
but dreading the anxiety 
of the unknown 
weather ahead.

Then, when
their lines and circles
transform into 
row after row 
of tender shoots
and sprouts,
followed by stalks and leaves
of every color of green,
they thank the weather spirits
for completing their artistry.

Then they wipe 
their canvas clean,
and joyfully do it again!