Rural Advice

“Save your money and buy a farm,”

     A saying old and true;

We heard it when we were but boys,

     And all our whole lives through.

“Save your money and buy a farm,”

     Oftimes was said in jest,

But many times a harmless quip

     Conveys the truth the best.

“Save your money and buy a farm,”

     A byword of the past;

But good advice, like good intents,

     Is always bound to last.

“Save your money and buy a farm,”

     And be king of the soil;

And let your own estate receive

     The efforts of your toil.

“Save your money and buy a farm,”

     Be independent, strong;

Instead of living out a dirge

     Live out a hearty song.

“Save your money and buy a farm,”

     When age seeks your retreat

No landlord in the cheerless town

     Can turn you in the street.

c. Nov. 2, ‘09