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Elegy of the Ancient Farmer

Yesterday we bumped along dusty farm roads together

Yesterday the packing shed was a beehive of activity

Yesterday I was the ring bearer in his wedding

Yesterday all of the cousins splashed in his apartment swimming pool,

fearing the wrath of the mean man

in number 9.

Yesterday I saw him at the pier

Yesterday we went fishing

Yesterday he barbecued tri-tip and we reminisced over old photos

Yesterday he cheered for the Giants and the 49ers

Yesterday he laughed until tears rolled from the corners of his eyes

Yesterday there was a tomorrow to look forward to…

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M / American
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Jan 1, 2022
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