A Rookie Mower’s Plea…

By Diana Robinson
Eagle Bay, BC

In the rain, in the dark, well before the dawn,
We have most of your golf course cut, before your coffee’s on!

The cut type can be varied, depending on location
Each one of us sincerely works to heighten your vacation

We are not there to irritate, thankless job it is
We even turn the other way, when guys, we see you whiz!

The fairways, rough, tee mowers too, & every mower out there
Each one of us works for the team, appearing out of nowhere

So when you are on that tee box, or partway down the fairway
And a tractor suddenly appears & blocks your shot the hard way

Perhaps just take a deep breath, agree we’re human too
A little bit of patience we’d be grateful for, from you

A minute’s often all we need, to clear your path & cut
And then, oh mighty golfer, you’d be free to hit or putt

It works both ways, you may not know, as you diddle with swings or clubs
We mowers will sit patiently, while we could be at the pub!

We don’t pull out our watches, or stand like angry storks
Seems we’ve time to eat full meals, including knives & forks!

Most members & the ones who faithfully give us a break
We Grounds Crew do salute you! We do it for YOUR sake!

The ones who make us smile, with a cheery thing to say
You’ve no idea our gratitude. You really make our day!

The friendly wave or grateful smile, you give us on the course
Comes back to you in multitudes, & opens many doors

To those who pass us by, avoiding a glance our way
Our humble hearts still wish you well, as you go about your day

What really would it cost you, to acknowledge us & smile?
Who knows? The feeling for both of us, may linger just a while?

The golf course is a special place for members & each guest
Please pause & do remember, we’re all trying to do our best!