The Ever So Tall Giant!

The farmer was busy ploughing, With three fields left to do, When a figure overpowering Came suddenly in view... The giant stepped across the gap In seconds so it seemed, The farmer thought he'd had a nap And this whole thing was dreamed... The farmer blinked yet stood his ground, The giant's shadow loomed, The giant's voice a booming sound... The farmer thought, 'I'm doomed! ' 'Don't be afraid, it's only me! ' The giant said amazed, The farmer gulped quite suddenly, For he was feeling dazed... The giant smiled a lovely smile, No bad thoughts on his mind, The farmer stared up for a while, His neck somewhat inclined... 'I'm from another planet, friend! Just visiting, that's all...' 'Good God, will wonders never end? How did you get so tall? ' 'I'm only tall on planet Earth! At home, I'm normal size! I exercise for all I'm worth And study so I'm wise...' The farmer groaned, he'd hurt his neck! 'Your poor neck must feel numb! I know I'm tall, but what the heck! Wait till you meet my Mum! ' Denis Martindale, copyright, September 2012.