An endless round

The land never rests nor do those who work own it.  These farm workers were out early.  I, on the other hand, stayed at home, got on with some jobs, then went for a walk, did some admin and the garden.  I abandoned my attempt to edge the lawn having gone through two strimmer reels and having had to stop every five metres to dismantle the spool assembly as the line broke.  I spent some time online trying to research a foolproof system that would be less frustrating but came up with nothing.  Suggestions on a postcard please!