How Now, Brown Cow?
How now, brown cow, can you engage a don
On science or linguistics, or fine art,
While grazing, if the land your paths crossed on
No longer is low-rent, and herds depart?
Old farts who trim the budget just don't get
What cows bequeath to learning. Wouldn't it
Behoove them to assess how you abet
Researchers when your soulful looks permit
Original world views to flourish, and
Why thoughtful moos from you to pensive dons
Nudge progress forward more than cowless land? ...
Cash cow need not mean beef—beside the swans
On River Cam, it means inspiring profs
Who like to ruminate by cattle troughs!
(First published on 9th December, 2024 in
Oddball Magazine. Story
here)
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