Of Snowblowers and Lawnmowers

On my way out today, I spotted my snowblower gathering dust in the garage. It is summer and of course snowblowers are not needed in summer. its counterpart, the lawnmower is having its day in the sun.  

This contrast inspired this muse. 

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This is my snow blower, sitting

In winter it is the reigning king 

In summer it idles in my garage 

Showcasing dust like a collage 


But this morning it taught me two lesson

A quick one for every person 

Who would like to be happy

And bid goodbye to emotions often crappy 


Lesson Number One 

Stay useful or you’ll be gone 

Be relevant for every season 

Or be benched for good reasons   


Lesson Number Two

If unprepared, seasons change on you 

And the lawnmowers fit the time best 

Accept it’s their own time in the sun and take your rest


Winter is coming 

You’ll soon be back and humming.

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